My name is Kyle Suarez, and I am the founder of Janus. Our story begins in Cebu, Philippines, where my family has been dedicated to the art of jewelry making for generations. From college rings to wedding and engagement rings, our creations have always been a testament to our passion and craftsmanship.

When I was around fourteen years old, my dad mentioned the idea of one day manufacturing watches in the Philippines. However, at that time, I was deeply focused on my career in basketball and did not give it much thought. It wasn’t until after several surgeries and the decision to hang up my basketball aspirations that I revisited the idea of creating watches.

While in college, I applied to a watchmaking school in Switzerland and was fortunate enough to be included among the 20 potential students out of hundreds to participate in what they call a bench test. Out of those 20 invited to the two-day bench test, only 5 students would be chosen to complete a two-year course and become certified watchmakers. Long story short, I did not get accepted. However, during my time there, I witnessed the immense passion the Swiss had for watches. I realized that we could cultivate that same passion in the Philippines. Unbeknownst to me, this would mark the beginning of Janus.

Driven by this vision, Janus was born. Named after the Roman god of beginnings, transitions, and dualities, Janus symbolizes our commitment to tradition and innovation. It represents our journey from our roots in jewelry making to our aspirations in the luxury watch industry.

Our first creation, the Janus Genesis, is a testament to this vision. It is the first Swiss-made timepiece from a Filipino brand, crafted in collaboration with a reputable Swiss watch manufacturer. This partnership ensures that the unparalleled quality of Swiss watchmaking is embedded in our brand’s DNA, setting a high standard for all our future creations.