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KIO YAMATO: Why this name is quietly disrupting luxury eyewear

Introducing KIO YAMATO

Massive luxury eyewear brands blink brightly at us from the posters of stores and billboards everywhere. Their businesses are backed by impossible marketing budgets and top-notch sales strategies that put countless contenders to shame. Often, this makes it hard for the everyday shopper to distinguish quality eyewear from a laundry list of famous labels. But if you only looked elsewhere, you might discover true comfort, craftsmanship and authenticity lies with lesser known names instead. 

Many eyewear users are drawn to brand recognition, but they often compromise on wearability in the process. In our search for an ideal candidate that covers both form and function, we came across Japanese luxury eyewear brand, KIO YAMATO. 

In crafting quality glasses, KIO YAMATO adopts a philosophy of solving real problems. Each frame embodies the heart of Japanese craftsmanship, from its meticulous detailing to its sleek, ergonomic design. By placing the wearer’s experience at the center, KIO YAMATO eyewear bids farewell to discomfort, poor fittings, and uninspired aesthetics. 

The devil is in the details

What makes KIO YAMATO eyewear so effortlessly luxurious? 

Made in Japan from precision-engineered pressed titanium, these lightweight yet durable frames feature proprietary hinges (trademarked as the Ju-Shi and J-Hinge systems) for smooth, all-day comfort. 

KIO YAMATO’s proprietary hinge alone deserves a masterclass in discreet complexity: precision-machined and seamlessly integrated into the frame, it enables the eyewear temples to flex and return smoothly. This provides comfort and stability to the wearer, all while maintaining eyewear durability. The simple mechanism demonstrates how easily KIO YAMATO weaves the science of innovative technology with the elegance of timeless design. 

Simple yet evocative, KIO YAMATO eyewear does not rely on logos to make a statement. Instead, the beauty lies in its clean and refined form, reflecting dedication to material integrity and empathetic design.

Grounded in comfort

At KIO YAMATO, comfort isn’t just a feature but the core of its whole brand identity. Every hinge, temple, curve, and balance between titanium and acetate is carefully engineered to reduce eye strain, prevent slippage, and minimise weight. 

After all, a design is only worth its weight in gold when it truly serves its wearer. 

Real style invites attention

In a world saturated by loud advertising and abstract designs, KIO YAMATO eyewear remains quiet but confident. And rightfully so. 

Its clean geometry, subtle two-tone finishes, and precision edges deliver a refined elegance for wearers who prefer quality over trends. With its classic design and unassuming form, KIO YAMATO invites consistent appeal that is unlikely to die out.

Meet the Next Generation Aviator Glasses KP- 269U: KIO YAMATO in Acetate and Titanium – sleek, modern, and fitting for both genders. 

Time is testament to how real substance endures over temporary spectacle. Instead of riding on the waves of seasonal hype, KIO YAMATO silently proves that a good design doesn’t need to shout. 

KIO YAMATO x Eye Theory

Eye Theory prides itself on curating comfortable, durable and modern eyewear with the Asian wearer in mind. We ensure everybody’s individuality can be celebrated through high-quality statement pieces. KIO YAMATO seamlessly captures this philosophy as it balances deliberate design with understated sophistication.  

Now you can experience the Japanese luxury eyewear brand for yourself. Eye Theory is pleased to welcome KIO YAMATO to its stores in Singapore.

Discover KIO YAMATO, now available exclusively at Eye Theory Kallang — where design, comfort, and craftsmanship meet.

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