This would also be the box art illustration. We've been getting a more primarily SD mecha kits, and not chibi-fied versions, recently - with the latest being those from Mashin Souzouden Wataru. But that doesn't stop more being released, and this is where Taiwanese company Giga Garage comes in as they are making their debut … Continue reading Giga Garage’s Debut Release: “Shinki Kitoden” Gear Frame GF-R01 Ignatius
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Taking the New Figure Gold Standard: Hiya Toys Exquisite Basic Rockman X
It has been a good couple of weeks since I last posted here! I came back from a nine-day Tokyo trip towards the end of November and I've been made aware of some announcements that happened during that time. So before I post anything regarding purchases and photos, I do want to catch on these … Continue reading Taking the New Figure Gold Standard: Hiya Toys Exquisite Basic Rockman X
I Hope Someone Does This in 1/60 Scale: Kadokawa Plastic Model Series “Full Metal Panic! Family” 1/48 Azur Raven
When Kadokawa announced their aptly named Kadokawa Plastic Model Series line of model kits, I made the assumption that this would mostly be "bi-pla" or bishoujo plamo based on their initial line up. But come the recent All Japan Model & Hobby Show and we saw an upcoming 1/48 Azur Raven from the Full Metal … Continue reading I Hope Someone Does This in 1/60 Scale: Kadokawa Plastic Model Series “Full Metal Panic! Family” 1/48 Azur Raven
These Look Amazing for Blind Box Kits! Motor Nuclear MNH-A “I’m Great Hero” Blind Box/Trading Kits
Blind boxes from all sorts of properties are very popular these days, thanks for companies like Pop Mart and Blokees among others. For mecha collectors, Blokees is doing a good job at these though I don't really like how they're all SD/chibified with those weird proportions. But I do acknowledge that these have a definite … Continue reading These Look Amazing for Blind Box Kits! Motor Nuclear MNH-A “I’m Great Hero” Blind Box/Trading Kits
I Have a Feeling There’s More: Bandai Spirits Hobby Division Q2 2026 Solicitations
Please note that the several HobbyLink Japan pre-orders pages linked here are now closed. You may still go there to get notified of any additional slots, but please feel free to go with your preferred stores. Following the recent All Japan Model & Hobby Show several weeks ago, I didn't expect anything new from this … Continue reading I Have a Feeling There’s More: Bandai Spirits Hobby Division Q2 2026 Solicitations