Casio G-SHOCK x Stranger Things DW-5600STT-1JR: Where Hawkins Meets Your Wrist
Some collaborations exist to sell. Others exist to be kept, displayed, and talked about for decades. The Casio G-SHOCK x Stranger Things DW-5600STT-1JR belongs firmly in the second camp. This Japan Domestic Market (JDM) limited edition marks the end of one of the most culturally defining sci-fi series of the past ten years. Moreover, it does so with obsessive detail that makes serious collectors stop scrolling.
If you want to buy the G-SHOCK Stranger Things DW-5600STT-1JR, you’ve found the right place.
Why This Watch Exists, and Why It Matters
Casio created this piece as a special collaboration with Netflix’s Stranger Things, timed to Season 5, the show’s final chapter. Casio chose the DW-5600 as the canvas. It’s one of the most iconic silhouettes in G-SHOCK history. Furthermore, the brand reimagined it entirely through the lens of Hawkins, Indiana and its darker mirror world, the Upside Down.
The watch launched in Japan in December 2025, with no confirmed global release. As a result, sourcing this piece outside Japan is a genuine challenge. That’s exactly the kind of problem Rare Inventory solves.
Design: Every Detail Is an Easter Egg
Casio didn’t slap a logo on a standard bezel and call it a collaboration. Instead, the brand deliberately chose every element of the DW-5600STT-1JR to reward fans who look closely.
The Dial
The dial carries a pattern of twisting vines that evoke the creeping influence of Vecna, the show’s most terrifying antagonist. The dark, organic texture transforms the standard G-SHOCK face into something genuinely unsettling. In the best way possible.
The Inverted “A”
Look closely at the dial and you’ll notice that the “A” in “LED BACK LIGHT” runs backwards. This inversion symbolizes the duality between the real world and the Upside Down. It’s subtle enough to miss at first. That, of course, is entirely the point.
The Red Backlight
The red backlight mirrors the show’s signature color palette and casts an atmospheric glow reminiscent of the series’ most intense moments. Activate it at night and the watch immediately feels otherworldly.
The “011” Strap Loop
Casio printed “011” on the band loop as a direct tribute to Eleven, one of the show’s most powerful characters. Small, deliberate, and instantly recognizable to any fan.
The Caseback
Casio engraved the Stranger Things logo on the stainless steel case back. Even where no one can see it, the collaboration stays true to its source. Flip the watch over and the proof is right there.
The Packaging
The watch ships in special packaging featuring the Demogorgon and the iconic vines from the series. The unboxing experience feels like part of the narrative itself. For display collectors, this is a box worth keeping sealed.
Technical Specifications
Casio built this collaboration on the proven DW-5600 platform. Consequently, it delivers all of G-SHOCK’s core engineering alongside the thematic design:
- Case dimensions: 48.9 × 42.8 × 13.4 mm
- Weight: 52 g
- Case/Bezel material: Resin / Bio-based resin
- Strap: Bio-based resin (biomass plastic)
- Water resistance: 200 meters
- Glass: Mineral
- Battery life: Approximately 5 years (CR2016)
- Movement: Japanese quartz, Calibre 3525
- Functions: Stopwatch, countdown timer, multi-function alarm, perpetual calendar, auto-calendar, backlight
The watch also features shock resistance and a biomass plastic resin case, G-SHOCK’s ongoing push toward more sustainable materials. Notably, it achieves this without sacrificing the toughness the line built its reputation on.
Who Is the DW-5600STT-1JR For?
This piece targets a very specific collector. Think of three distinct groups.
First, G-SHOCK collectors who follow JDM exclusives and know the DW-5600’s legacy inside the lineup. Second, Stranger Things fans who want a wearable piece of the show’s final season, something far beyond standard merchandise. Third, pop culture collectors who understand that limited collaborations between major IPs and iconic brands hold and grow in value over time. Especially Japan-exclusive ones.
In short, this watch targets fans, collectors, and enthusiasts of G-SHOCK special editions who seek an exclusive model tied to the most beloved Netflix saga of recent years.
Why Buy Through Rare Inventory?
The JR suffix in DW-5600STT-1JR stands for Japan Retail. In other words, Casio released this watch exclusively through the Japanese domestic market. As a direct consequence, buyers in the US, Europe, and Latin America struggle to find it through conventional channels.
At Rare Inventory, we specialize in exactly this type of piece: JDM exclusives, limited collaborations, and hard-to-find watches that never reach your local retailer. Additionally, every piece we carry is 100% authentic, sourced directly, and sold with full transparency on provenance.
This watch won’t get restocked. When it’s gone, it’s gone.
