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The Ghost in the Shell official site announced a CASIO G-SHOCK DW-5600 collaboration inspired by GHOST IN THE SHELL / Ghost in the Shell (1995). Its standout detail is the backlight: when activated, the display reveals the film’s key visual. The Japan announcement gave an estimated retail price of ¥15,400 including tax and an early March 2026 release window, but the official listing does not confirm whether the launch took place as scheduled or whether the watch is currently available.
What is the Ghost in the Shell G-SHOCK?
It is a DW-5600 collaboration watch listed by the Ghost in the Shell Official Global Site as exhibition merchandise. The official product description identifies the square-case DW-5600 and connects the 5600 series to the original DW-5000’s design lineage. CASIO’s history dates the first G-SHOCK, the DW-5000C, to 1983 (CASIO G-SHOCK history).
What appears when you turn on the backlight?
The display reveals the key visual from GHOST IN THE SHELL / Ghost in the Shell (1995). This illuminated artwork is the collaboration’s defining feature, according to the official listing.
What was the announced price and release date?
The official listing announced an estimated Japan retail price of ¥15,400 including tax and a release in early March 2026. That release window has passed, but the listing still uses scheduled-release wording; it does not establish whether the watch launched as planned, whether stock remains, or whether it was offered outside Japan.
#1 Best Overall
- Iconic G-SHOCK Square Design – The legendary square case that started it all, delivering timeless style and the rugged durability G-SHOCK is known for.
- Shock Resistant & 200M Water Resistant – Built to withstand impacts, swimming, snorkeling, and demanding everyday use.
- Super Illuminator LED Backlight – Bright white LED with afterglow ensures excellent readability in low-light conditions.
- Essential Digital Features – Includes 1/100-second stopwatch, 24-hour countdown timer, multi-function alarm, flash alert, and full auto-calendar.
- Reliable 5-Year Battery Life – Powered by a CR2016 battery for long-lasting performance with minimal maintenance.
A Premium Luna Park product page displays ¥59,800 and describes the watch as a Japan-version, exhibition-exclusive item (Premium Luna Park listing). This is a third-party seller’s displayed price, not the official estimate or proof of an authorized seller. It should not be treated as a verified current market price.
Are the collaboration watch’s specifications confirmed?
The official collaboration listing does not provide a specific manufacturer item code or a complete specification sheet. In particular, specifications for the separate DW-5600E-1 should not be assumed to apply to this edition.
Rank #2
- Rugged & Sporty Design – Matte black finish with bold digital display, built for tactical, military, and extreme sports enthusiasts.
- High-Brightness LED Backlight – Features Super Illuminator LED with a light guide plate, ensuring exceptional visibility in low-light conditions.
- 200M Water Resistance – Engineered for swimming, snorkeling, and outdoor adventures, this shock-resistant watch is ready for action.
- Extended 7-Year Battery Life – Powered by a CR2025 battery, offering years of reliable performance without frequent replacements.
- Shock-Resistant Structure – Built to withstand extreme conditions, making it ideal for sports, military, and rugged outdoor use.
For context only, CASIO Japan describes the DW-5600E-1 as a discontinued model with shock-resistant construction and 20-bar water resistance. Its listed dimensions are 48.9 × 42.8 × 13.4 mm, with a resin case and band; CASIO gives its launch as June 1996 (CASIO Japan: DW-5600E-1). Those details are for that reference, not confirmed specifications of the Ghost in the Shell collaboration.
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Quick Recap
- Confirm that the listing identifies the exact Ghost in the Shell collaboration, not a standard DW-5600.
- Ask for the collaboration’s exact item code or other identifying documentation; the official product page does not publish one.
- Check who the seller is, whether the item is new or used, and what packaging is included.
- Compare the final price after shipping and import costs with the announced Japan estimate of ¥15,400 including tax; that estimate is not a guarantee of current availability or transaction price.
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