No batteries required, it runs on Smile Solar. It's not overly flashy, and I think it's a nice way to subtly show you're a Harry Potter fan. I contacted the manufacturer, and it seems it charges using sunlight. The instruction manual is included. This was purchased from the official online store, Mahou Dokoro. It will be shipped in the box it arrived in. Released November 2023, purchase date unknown. Currently out of production. It looks simple at first glance, but it seems to be high quality. I'm not very familiar with watch classifications, so the listing genre is ambiguous. (Analog, digital, quartz, automatic, etc.) ※ The other items in image 2 are not included in the product. I am also listing (and will be listing) other Harry Potter-related items. If you purchase multiple items together, you can save on shipping. Please consider combining your purchases. m(_ _)m If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. (^o^)／ #watch #hourglass #reverserclock #timeturner #MahouDokoro #gold #gold #HarryPotter #Harry #Potter #HarryPotter #Q&Q #smilesolar #SmileSolar #Q&QSmileSolar #sunlight #charging #waterproof #waterproof Dial color...Gold Dial color...White Belt color...Gold Operation...Good Accessories...Box Scratches/Cracks...None