Actor Sorimachi Takashi has been appointed as the first Japanese ambassador for luxury Italian watch manufacturer Panerai. On November 21, he attended an opening party for its flagship store in Ginza.�

The brand's CEO�Jean-Marc Gounon also attended the event. Sorimachi, who shook his hand with a smile, revealed, "I bought a Panerai watch over 20 years ago with the first paycheck I received while modeling."�

On the brand's charm, Sorimachi commented, "Regardless of the time, it continues to preserve its design. Even as a man, I fall in love with its history."

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