Hobby Maker’s Joint Figure Exhibition!

Happy Valentine’s Day! ♡

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Uhh… all the chocolate was munched down shortly after this! But today I’ve got other things on my mind besides Valentine’s day…. I’m worried about whether or not I’m going to be able to get home with this snow storm!

But anyway! WonFes came to and end less than a week ago, but it feels like it was so long ago already… I’m sure everyone is already craving new figure photos so today I’ll be doing the usual look through the Hobby Maker’s Joint Figure Exhibition!

What is the Hobby Maker’s Joint Figure Exhibition?
The event is a special industry-only exhibition run by Good Smile Company which allows dealers and the media to get a close look at upcoming releases from various manufacturers.

Just like last time, the event was held at the Akihabara UDX Building! Let’s hurry up and take a look inside! (`・ω・´)

– Inside the Event Hall –


There were a total of 26 different companies taking part this year, which was a new record for the exhibition! A big thanks to all of them for making their way through the snow to display their goods! (´;ω;`)

With so many amazing goodies on display at the event, it was hard to pick what to show on today’s blog! I had to pick myself so things might be a bit biased… but there were some of my favorites!

Let’s get started!

– GSC Corner –

*Some items were not allowed to be photographed and thus are censored!

Mikasa Ackerman

Shimakaze

Bath Time Set: Ryuujou

Nendoroid Kitakami

Nendoroid Yukari Akiyama

Frau Kojiro

Ciel Alencon

Nendoroid Erica & Koubu F2

– Max Factory Corner –

*FREEing’s figmas are also included.

Himeji Castle

I-58: Half-Damage ver.

figma Saber 2.0

figma Archer

– Phat! Corner –


Chiaki Nanami

Yasuna & Sonya

A couple of other companies distributed by GSC!

*Mosaiced items not allowed to be photographed.

– Gift –

– WING –

– FREEing –

– Penguin Parade –

Maybe it’s just me… but the number of Sonico figures seems even higher than normal this year! There were also a couple of items unrelated to GSC that I have to touch on!

– Union Creative –

– ORCATOYS –

– VERTEX –

– PM Office A –


– PLATZ –


* This Anchovy will be an event and order product only!

– WAVE –


– SOL International –

– Culture Japan –


I captured Danny-san chatting with Kaneko Nitohei too! I’ve never had much of a chance to play with bigger dolls like these! I’d love the chance to play around with them a bit!

– MEDICOM TOY –



– Kenelephant –


– HOBBY STOCK –

– COSPA –


The pocket watch I showed on the blog previously! (*´▽`*)
I was told I was free to touch, so I took a look at the back too!

– ALGERNON PRODUCT –

– MILESTONE –

Looking through each others figures while exchanging information with all our close partners – it made for a lovely event! The atmosphere was also so peaceful!

The GSC staff are so busy on the day of WonFes that there isn’t much chance to look at other companies goods, so this is a great opportunity for us! A big thank you to all the companies that joined in at the event!! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

You can see more of the GSC-related figures that were on display at WonFes over at the figure display gallery here: https://twicat.jp/whl4u19/

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Finally a quick live broadcast notice! ♪

At the GSC-Tetsujin Cafe on the 21st February we will be running the Hatsune Miku no Jikan – 5th Period – live broadcast!!

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Hatsune Miku no Jikan – 5th Period –

■ Date/Time
21st February 2014. Entrance from 18:30 / Broadcast from 19:00
NicoNico Broadcast : http://live.nicovideo.jp/watch/lv169184626

■ Contents
– Project DIVA F 2nd Time –
・Latest information from the Hatsune Miku -Project DIVA F- game releasing on the 27th March 2014!
– Famima x Miku Time –
・A first look at the upcoming FamilyMart x Hatsune Miku collaboration products!
– GSC Time –
・A look at the GSC Kuji Lottery items this year!
– New Product Time –
・A look at various other upcoming Miku products!

◆ Hatsune Miku -Project DIVA F- Official Site
http://miku.sega.jp/f2/

◆ Famima x Hatsune Miku Official Site
http://famima-miku.jp/

◆ Good Smile Company Official Site
http://goodsmile.jp/

■ Live Viewers
Those who wish to watch at the cafe at 18:30 on the day of the broadcast will need a viewer’s ticket. These tickets will be handed out from 18:00 at the register. Only one ticket per person will be provided, and they are limited so don’t arrive too late!

Also note that in order to prepare for the broadcast, we will be closing down the Kancolle Cage on the day of the event. Those watching the event live will also be unable to order items from the KanColle collaboration menu. The grand menu will be available.

■Please Note
The cafe is likely to be very busy, and we will not be able to allow everyone inside. We will inform you when it is fill on the official Twitter Account (@Gsma_karatetsu).

One order per person is required.

We hope to see you there!

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SEGA x GSC x Crypton’s Official Broadcast! So much juicy Miku information to see! Don’t miss out if you’re a fan! (`・ω・´)

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 ( ・ω・).。0   (Snow again this weekend…? Take care everyone!)
 (  ∪∪
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all again next week!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

Gift’s Sena Kashiwazaki: Swimsuit Ver.

Today’s blog will be focusing on…!

*Stare* <●><●>

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I see a lot of cute figures in swimsuits, but personally I’ve never really been related to the ocean and swimming myself. The cold snowy days are set to continue a little longer here in Japan…

However! Hopefully this figure will allow some fans to picture the upcoming Summer! Today I’m going to be taking a look at the…

1/4th Scale Sena Kashiwazaki: Swimsuit Ver.! ♡

From the popular romantic comedy series ‘Boku wa Tomodachi ga Sukunai NEXT’ comes a figure of Sena Kashiwazaki wearing her swimsuit! The sexy swimsuit together with a huge 1/4th scale sculpt (approximately 370mm in height) makes for a figure with an amazing presence! Her undeniably beautiful body are ready to charm fans all over the world!

Oooohhh!!! (*´Д`)=з

From ‘Boku wa Tomodachi ga Sukunai NEXT’ comes a huge 1/4th scale figure of one of the main heroines and member of the Neighbor’s Club – Niku! Sena! The huge size combined with the sexy swimsuit really makes for a great rendition of her- just compare the size to my laptop and you’ll realize what an amazing presence she has!! (((゜д゜;)))

Her beautiful blond hair and ample bust… such a scrumptious body! Plus just look at that cute little belly button! *nomnomnom*

As if her amazing boobies weren’t big enough already… she’s posed holding them up with crossed arms to emphasize them even more!

An unbelievably seductive pose! ☆

She has both a bold and innocent air about her that surely captures anyone’s eyes… and heart! (゚A゚;)

Plus the detail put into the sculpting of her feet is simply amazing!
ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

Just looking at those cute toes make me want to brush my fingers over them… and the light pink manicure is so adorable! (*´Д`)ハァハァ

But enough about the legs… there is a far more important feature!

Just look at that gap! The gap between her bottom and her hips!! Whilst it is an impressive sight… she also looks great from a lower angle in my opinion! ♡

Another thing which really impresses me on this figure is the way the material looks and creases just like a real swim suit!

Even in her swimsuit she still has her trademark butterfly hair accessory and even with a rather mature body, her rather childish personality is preserved in her expression. I also have to mention the little moe-fang you cna see at the back of her sexy open mouth!! What a figure filled with highlights! ♡

Keep Sena’s amazing body by your side at all times…
Dressed up in her swimsuit just for you!! ♡

The 1/4th scale figure…
Sena Kashiwazaki: Swimsuit Ver.

She’s up for preorder from today!

You can order her from the Good Smile Online Shop until 21:00JST on the 12th March 2014! (`・ω・´)ノシ

GSC Online Page: http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/gifscawd00003.html
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Finally a quick notice!

The WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!! 19 Products are up for preorder at the Good Smile Online Shop now!

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■ Order Dates: 9th February ~ 17th February 2014 at 21:00JST
■ Items Available:


Nendoroid Snow Miku: Magical Snow Ver.: ¥4,629

Nendoroid Mami Tomoe: School Uniform Ver.: ¥4,115

figma Snow Miku : ¥4,115

figma Armin Arlert: ¥4,629

Nendoroid More: Dress-up Pajamas: ¥4,200 (Box of 6 Only)

*Nendoroid Heads are NOT included. These are bodies only.

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Really only this weekend left! The deadline will be here in no time!

Be careful not to miss out!! Σ(=°ω°=;ノ)ノ

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 ( ・ω・).。0   (Tomorrow is the Maker Joint Figure Exhib… I plan to sneak in!)
 (  ∪∪
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

© 2013 平坂読・株式会社KADOKAWA メディアファクトリー刊/製作委員会は友達が少ないNEXT

KanColle Café Encore!

Kahotan is currently away in Hokkaido for the 65th Sapporo Snow Festival & SNOW MIKU 2014, so I have taken over today’s blog in her place! My name is Shuutarou Hirase from the planning team, and I’ll be writing today’s blog!

WonFes has come to an end and one of the biggest themes at almost any booth this time around was of course Kantai Collection -KanColle-! The GSC booth itself had a load of new KanColle figures on display as well as various goods on sale!

Today I’m going to be taking a look at the current GSC & Tetsujin Theme Café… the encore of the… KanColle Café!

The café is labelled as “encore”, but it’s not just a rehash of the old stuff! There are some band new features as well!

#1: Additional Menu Options!

Along with all the options of the original menu, the new menu includes new options based on the KanMusu Shigure Kai 2

As well as the most popular enemy character, the Wo-Class Carrier!

The color of the jelly on the Wo-Class changes each day randomly, but you might end up with the Elite or Flagship class if you’re lucky!!

#2: New KanMusu Panels on Display!!

In order to make admirals such as myself feel more welcome, even more of the girls have been added as huge character panels scattered throughout the café!

These two from the Big 7!

The 1st Carrier Division. Be sure to keep an eye on them while eating…!

These two are the 5th Carrier Division!
They’re placed far away from Kaga to avoid any fights…

Tenryuu & Tatsuta!

(* ´ω`*). 。0(Yumechi’s live Tatsuta performance at WonFes was amazing!)

You’re welcome o take a picture next to your favorite character too!


*Note #1: Please don’t touch them while taking the photos!
*Note #2: Be sure not to disturb other customers while taking the photo. Avoid flashes!

Other Kanmusu will also be waiting for you too!

~ How to Visit ~

If you wish to visit the Café then we’d really like you to make use of our Online Reservation System! It helps prevent long queues and ensures you can sit down and eat whenever you want to!

On the top right of the café page you’ll find a reserve button as circled here! From there just follow the information on screen and complete your registration! (The system is currently only available in Japanese, but you can reserve from anywhere! Apologies for the inconvenience!)

I hope you’ll all take a visit to the KanColle Café!!

 


Next up is a little extra KanColle notice! Don’t forget about these WF items on sale at the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP


Orders close on the 17th February 2014 at 21:00JST!!
(Note these products are only available within Japan at present)



Medicchu KanColle: Tenryuu & Tatsuta Set

Yuka Iguchi-san herself mentioned just how cute they were during the WonFes stage… they really are adorable!


Bath Time Collection: KanColle Docking Set

Adorable bath goods featuring illustrations by CHANxCO!
Make every bath time double the fun!

*This item is limited in stock. Order early to avoid disappointment.
Orders close on the 17th February 2014 at 21:00JST!!

Don’t miss out!!

 


Finally… a quick sneak peek at one of the KanColle figures that debuted at WonFes… The 1/8th Scale Wo-Class Carrier!

It’s still in the early prototype stages and isn’t even painted yet… but already you can see all of Wo-chan’s adorable characteristics coming out! We’ll be brushing her up more shortly for everyone to enjoy!!

But that’s all from me for today! Time to pass the baton back to Kahotan!

See you all again sometime soon~~~(・∀・)ノ

Two Days to WonFes! A Sneak Peek Around the GSC Offices!

Only 2 days left until WonFes!

TWO DAYS!!

 

Aaaahhh!! ((((;゚Д゚))))!!

 
Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

As you’d expect on the day before the big WonFes setup… the offices are really busting with chaos!! I’ve been rather busy myself too!! (; ・`ω・´)

Tomorrow is the big setup day – the last chapter in the long book of WonFes preparations! I managed to grab some photos from around the offices as everything was being packed away – they’re all mixed up and a little bit random, but perhaps you’ll find something of interest? ( -ノェ-)
















Plus to restore our spirits and energy we received this tower…!!

A tower of pizza!! (*´▽`)

These pizzas were quickly devoured shortly after this photo was taken…

Anyway… the big day is this Sunday – the 9th February 2014!!

You’ll get to see the latest in figures, a look at what exactly GSC does at the GOOD SMILE WORKS section and a wonderful stage filled with interesting talk shows and performances! Of course if you can’t make it to the event you can tune into the NicoNico Live Broadcast as always! (・ω<)♡

The Afternoon Stage can be found here:
http://live.nicovideo.jp/watch/lv166077986

Plus don’t forget that there is also another Live Broadcast after the event – a broadcast that runs all through the night! WonFes goes on much longer for us!!

The night broadcast will come from the office here in the Tokyo Skytree, and will feature a showdown between Kill la Kill and Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova-, a talk between various hobby companies in the Kantai Collection: Inside Stories of the Hobby Industry corner… a talk about our love for giant robots in the Model Tavern “MAX” Open for Business! corner… and more! ♡

The Evening Stage can be found here:
http://live.nicovideo.jp/watch/lv166078148

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 ( ゚д゚ ).。0   (Eh?! Heavy snow tomorrow? On the big setup day?!)
 (  つ つ
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all at WonFes!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

3 Days to WonFes! Max Factory WonFes Products and Notices!

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

It’s really started to get cold recently… to the point that I’ve started using earmuffs! But as I sit and grumble about the cold… I noticed some of the Max Factory staff seemed to be very giddy playing with some figmas!

These two are Max Factory’s newest members who joined the planning team last year – Akane Eiseihei and IG Sakai! They seemed to be having fun, so I decided to join them during their lunch break and ask a few questions!

▼(。・ω・)ノ ”Do you two always eat lunch together here?”

Akane: Nah, we just decided we needed to discuss various things related to the displays at WonFes… not much time left now!

IG: We were the planners for the WonFes exclusive products this time around!

Akane was responsible for the planning of figma Snow Miku, and IG Sakai was responsible for figma Armin Arlert!

The full sample reviews for these two products can be found on yesterday’s figma blog update! The last photo was rather… surprising! (゚A゚;)

figma Blog: http://ameblo.jp/figma/entry-11765643242.html

▼(。・ω・)ノ “How many WonFes Events have you been to?”

IG: Even before I joined Max Factory I attended as a dealer… so quite a few in my case!

Akane: I’ve also been quite a few times myself! I’m going to helping out at the goods section for most of the morning, but I’ll definitely be taking a look around for myself in the afternoon!

IG: I want to go take a look around for myself too… but I’m the exhibition leader… I don’t think I’ll get the chance.

Akane: … You’re leader together with GSC’s Yassan! You should have some time!

IG: I- I know… but… I put together some of the exhibition diorama’s and I want to watch over them! (`・ω・´)

– Sneak Peek at WF Diorama –

Fans will know where this is from! You definitely have something to look forward to at WonFes!! ((o(´∀`)o))

IG: Along with the above there is also a Attack on Titan diorama too! I can’t show it right now… but it’s something to look forward to! ♪

▼(。・ω・)ノ “figma Snow Miku and figma Armin Arlert… what makes them special?”

Akane: As mentioned previously on Kahotan Blog the main points are:

· Her worried eyebrows are adorable! ☆
· New joints allow for amazing poses! ☆
· A cute, removable scarf and mittens are included! ☆

Those three points are what I think makes her special! ♡
She’ll be on display at WonFes to take a look at before purchasing!

IG: I think my best part about figma Armin Arlert are his expressions. Particularly the worried expression – being able to recreate this epic scene is just amazing!

IG: Also… while this applies to all the characters in the Attack on Titan figma series… the detail on the 3D maneuvering equipment is fantastic! When you get your’s, be sure to take a look all around and really enjoy every possible angle of him… like this! っ(`・ω・´)

Uwaa… (;´∀`) IG’s love for the series really does show…!

How does Akane stay so calm drinking juice as IG Sakai bounces around beside her!!? Perhaps this is just an everyday occurrence and she’s simply used to it now… ( -ノェ-)

IG: By the way, the wire hooks included to recreate the maneuvering gear were my idea! They’re made to be compatible with things like the Nendoroid More Clips…. which means you can do things like this! (`・ω・´)

*fiddle* *fiddle*

IG: There we go! I definitely recommend grabbing them for poses like this!

Nendoroid More Clip: Orange are scheduled to be on sale at WonFes again this year! Note that the clips above are different however – they are the GSC Online exclusive Nendoroid More Clip 1.5: Clear Orange! (These won’t be on sale at WonFes!)

Be sure to take a look if you’re interested! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ
Other WonFes product information can be found here: http://whl4u.jp/en/

Akane: Oh yeah! Don’t forget to grab your free downloadable Titan mask (human size) from the GSC website! It was released in commemoration of figma Mikasa being released!

You can download the mask here: http://bit.ly/1lrQuCR (GSC Site)

IG: It’s really fun becoming a Titan. I highly recommend it! If you wear it you really do become a Titan to the figmas… so it’s perfect! Be sure to send your photos as a Titan with your figmas to the Figma Blog: figmablog@maxfactory.jp! We’ll be introducing everyone’s photos on the blog at a later stage!

– IG Titan & Armin –

Akane: We’ll be waiting!! (o・ω・o)

Anyway…

Only three days left until WonFes! ☆

((((((  ゚д゚)))))

 
With influenza attacking the GSC offices with great force, I’m rather worried whether or not we’ll get through to Sunday!!

I’m sure I can get through it! Just a few more days! (・∀・;)

Here’s a summary of the WonFes items:

– WonFes Products – (*There are other goods too!)

(GSC) Nendoroid Mami Tomoe: School Uniform Ver.
(GSC)
Nendoroid Snow Miku: Magical Snow Ver.
(MAX) figma Armin Arlert (Product Page)
(MAX)
figma Snow Miku (Product Page)
(Phat!) Medicchu Tenryuu & Tatsuta Set
(GSC) Bath Time Collection: KanColle Docking Set (Product Page)

There are various other goods that will also be on sale at the event, which you can find out more about on the official page below here: WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!! 19

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As I announced the other day, if you’re at WonFes this year you can get a Semi-Waterproof Shimakaze Sticker for free, just by following me on Twitter!

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Follow @gsc_kahotan on Twitter
and get a Semi-Waterproof Shimakaze Sticker

– How to Qualify –
You must be following Kahotan’s Twitter Account (gsc_kahotan). You can follow at the event, or prove you’re following in any way you like!

– How to Get your Sticker –
Prove you’re following the Twitter account (A screen capture, printed screenshot, or even showing your Twitter account on your smartphone)

– Where to Get your Sticker –
After figure sales have ended, head back to the figure sales area and stickers will be given out there! Approximately from 13:00 ~ 14:00!

– Warning –
Stickers are limited! Be sure to watch carefully for when distribution starts so you don’t miss out!

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This is my first WonFes since I took over the blog so I’m strangely nervous! I will be appearing mainly on the advertising corners on the day, but I hope to sneak out to look around the booth as well, and hope to meet some of you there!

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 (o・ω・o).。0   (Blog update #123! I’m strangely proud of that!)
 (  つ旦 )
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

Nendoroid Seira Hoshikawa & Medicchu Tenryuu & Tatsuta Set! ♡

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I’m going to be taking a look at two separate products, starting off with a standard release and moving back to the WonFes reviews!

First up is one who holds the power of The Star’s elemental tarot…

Nendoroid Seira Hoshikawa!

From the anime series ‘Day Break Illusion’ comes a Nendoroid of the character who holds the power of The Star’s elemental tarot, Seira Hoshikawa!

Seira comes with two completely separate head parts, allowing you to display her in both her standard and transformed versions! She also comes with ‘The Star’ tarot card as well as her weapon, the Crystal Bow, allowing you to pose her in all sorts of scenes from the series. Be sure to display her with the previously announced Nendoroid Akari Taiyo!

The beautiful Seira with her cool, focused personality is joining Akari-chan in the Nendoroid world! ♡

Even as a Nendoroid she boasts such a powerful presence! Sometimes its nice to see confident characters like this instead of the standard cute once in awhile!

Seira was driven and focused, suppressing all her personal feelings when battling against the Daemonia. But after meeting Akari and the others she becomes a little more open minded and friendly! ( -ノェ-)

Just like Akari, she comes with her elemental tarot card included!

The contrast of the adorable Nendoroid design and the confident looking expression is so lovely! As she is the user of ‘The Star’ elemental tarot, you can see her character design is filled with stars making for a very adorable outfit! ♡

I really did like Akari’s uniform-like outfit… but Seira’s outfit shows off more of her legs which I will never say no to!! (ΦωΦ)
Not to mention you can get a slight glimpse at her tummy! ☆

(・∀・) “Just like with Akari, you can display Seira in Tenebrae Mode!

We’re joined by the Nendoroid’s planner, Yassan!!

Let’s take a look at the Tenebrae mode! ★

She’s so awesome!! (*´Д`)♡

(・∀・) “Just like Akari Taiyo, she comes with a completely alternate head part to recreate this form! Her Crystal Bow is also included and she can be displayed firing it for a very epic pose, great for combat scenes!”

The crystals at the base of her twintails and on the back of her hands are also included I see! ε=(。・д・。)

(・∀・) “Yes! We also paid special attention to the coloring and sculptwork of her hair – particularly the gradient on her twin tails as you can see!”

Even the braided section in the middle has been shrunk down to Nendoroid-size!

(・∀・) “As you’d expect, her twintails are fitted with ball joints allowing you to match them to almost any pose!”

Posing them a little bit further apart definitely gives a much more dynamic feeling to the figure!

The eyes of the Tenebrae Mode also give off a very different atmosphere!
It’s amazing how much she changes!ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

(・∀・) “Enjoy both her standard and Tenebrae modes as much as they like!!”

Strong, brave, epic and composed! Plus the ability to pose her in either form! ♡

Nendoroid Seira Hoshikawa!

She’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow!!

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Only 4 days left until WonFes! ☆

((((`・ω・´;))))

 
Now let’s move onto the next WonFes product review!

– WonFes Products – (*There are other goods too!)

(GSC) Nendoroid Mami Tomoe: School Uniform Ver.
(GSC)
Nendoroid Snow Miku: Magical Snow Ver.
(MAX) figma Armin Arlert
(MAX)
figma Snow Miku
(Phat!) Medicchu Tenryuu & Tatsuta Set
(GSC) Bath Time Collection: KanColle Docking Set

There are various other goods that will also be on sale at the event, which you can find out more about on the official page below here: WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!! 19

Today I’ll be taking a look at…

Medicchu Tenryuu & Tatsuta Set!

From the popular game ‘Kantai Collection -KanColle-‘ comes a set of the light cruisers Tenryuu & Tatsuta, joining the new ‘Medicchu’ series! The Medicchu series features larger figures than the Minicchu series, allowing for more detail to be added to the ship and weapon parts of the characters! The KanColle Medicchu series is also set to continue, so look forward to more!

“If you’re headed to the WonFes ocean then don’t leave us out, okay?”

The two sisters want to be picked up from the WonFes ocean!! (*´▽`*)
They’re the first in Phat! Company’s newest figure series – the Medicchu series!

First up, the Tenryuu Class Light Cruiser! ♡

– Tenryuu –

The Medicchu series are about 65mm in height! Around the same size as a Nendoroid Petite – but they seem to have much more volume to them…! Particularly around the breast area!!

– Tatsuta –

The diameter of the stands are about 60mm and include the ‘KanColle’ logo on them! The details of the outfits, ship parts and weapons are also amazing… and yet still so cute!

So cute that I can’t get enough of them!! <●><●>

The antenna on Tenryuu’s head are fitted with ball joints for you to alter the direction of them! Her weapon is also articulated for slight changes too! ♪


Additionally, the heads of both of them can be swiveled from left to right to help you display them in your collection nicely! (σ・∀・)σ

It’s actually quite amazing how much changing the direction of the head can alter the overall feeling of the figure to me! You need to play around and find the angle that fits you best! ♡

Here the size is compared with one of the Medicchu IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls 02 that went on sale last month!

Ah!! Ranko-chan is so cute!! (*´▽`*)

Comparing the Medicchu to the 50mm Minicchu makes for a nice comparison I think! Plus on the note of Ranko-chan… don’t forget that figma Ranko Kanzaki is up for preorder now! (`・ω・´)

Orders close on the 26th February at 21:00JST, so don’t miss out! ★

☆ Product Info: http://www.goodsmile.info/en/product/4211/
☆ GSC Online Shop: http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/maxfigwd00215.html

Anyway, I’m told that more characters will be joining the Medicchu series soon, so keep an eye out! I’m sure some new info will arise during WonFes!!

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


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 (。・(x)・).。0   (The KanColle Cafe is open until the 11th February!)
 (  つ旦 )
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

(WonFes 2014 Winter) Nendoroid Snow Miku 2014: Magical Snow Ver.

What has Hamako got here…?!

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Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)
Following on from yesterday I’ll be taking a look at the next WonFes product!

– WonFes Products – (*There are other goods too!)

(GSC) Nendoroid Mami Tomoe: School Uniform Ver.
(GSC)
Nendoroid Snow Miku: Magical Snow Ver.
(MAX) figma Armin Arlert
(MAX)
figma Snow Miku
(Phat!) Medicchu Tenryuu & Tatsuta Set
(GSC) Bath Time Collection: KanColle Docking Set

There are various other goods that will also be on sale at the event, which you can find out more about on the official page below here: WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!! 19

As I’m sure most of you figured out from the photo above, today I’m going to be taking a look at…

Nendoroid Snow Miku: Magical Snow Ver.

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2014 is Snow Miku’s 5th anniversary year, and once again designs were added to the piapro website and the most popular was voted for on a live NicoNico Broadcast! The winning design of the 2014 Snow Miku was by dera_fury, who created a playful Snow Miku filled with magical girl charm! The pet to be included was a separate competition, and the selected design was ‘Rabbit Yukine’ illustrated by nekosumi – the two of them have now been transformed into the 2014 Nendoroid Snow Miku for a Winter that fans are sure to remember!

Included with the Nendoroid is a special spell book stand, her magic wand, effect parts, a magic circle as well as sitting parts are also all included! She even comes with special arm parts to display her hugging Rabbit Yukine instead of just holding her! All the parts you’ll need for a truly magical experience with Snow Miku!!

Finally the full, adorable package! (*´▽`*)

This year’s Snow Miku’s theme is ‘Magical Girl’! She comes complete with a magical girl outfit, all sorts of magical goodies, a familiar and a special spell book stand! ヘ(゚∀゚*)ノ

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So many goodies are included, making the packaging look so extravagant!

The base packaging is actually what you saw above…

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It really is… big!! The Nendoroid is front is Petite Mikudayo!! By the way, this cardboard packaging is only included to keep the main packaging safe!

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Ta-da!!

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Of course I’ve already shown it on the live broadcast and earlier in the post… but the packaging is made to look like a spell book too!!

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On the back are the standard images of the Nendoroid! Width-wise it’s about the length of Nendoroid Mikudayo’s outstretched arms!

Let’s take a look inside! ☆

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Even the inside is like a book!!

The left flap includes a history of Snow Miku written up in English! It really is a fantastic package!!

Let’s get inside and start playing!! ♡

< Miku sitting on her spell book! >

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The sitting parts can be used to place her sitting her on the edge of the book like so! The smaller book on top of the larger package also gives a nice size comparison which looks adorable!

I also love the view from the back! ♡

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The ‘pages’ of the book have been recreated with thin lines along the side!

This goes for the packaging spell book, the stand spell book and even the tony spell book that is included for her to hold!! All three sizes have the same amazing detail! Σ(゚∀゚ノ)

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< Ways to use the spell book stand! >

1) Hiding behind the slightly opened cover!

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I love this expression part! It can be used for all sorts of poses! ★

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2) Casting a spell inside the opened book!

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This expression is so cute it hurts!! ><

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Excellent work, Hamako!!

3) Popping out from inside the book!

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I posed her in the image of a kitty in a box! The opened up book can also be used to store her optional parts away safely!

These are just some of the ideas I had… but of course the intended display method is the following! (OvO)

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The magical circle sheet easily connects with a special attachment allowing for this lovely pose of her popping out the book!

Along with all these options, she also comes with a selection of arm parts and her cape and hat are both removable! There are so many options that each and everyone can really create their very own version of Snow Miku! ♡

Celebrate the 5th anniversary of Snow Miku with…

Nendoroid Snow Miku: Magical Snow Ver.

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How to Purchase:

1) Wonder Festival 2014 (Winter) at the Makuhari Messe on the 9th February 2014. She will be sold at the WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!! Booth!

More Info: http://whl4u.jp/en/

2) From 9th February – 17th February 2014 She will be available for order at the Good Smile Online Shop!
(Delivery on these orders will be in July 2014!)

Online Shop: http://goodsmile-wf-global.ecq.sc/wh19gscnenwd00001.html

Plus you can find various other collaborations over at the SNOW MIKU 2014 Official Website! Be sure to take a look! ☆

SNOW MIKU 2014: http://piapro.net/snowmiku2014/

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Today I’m also going to be taking a look at some of the WonFes goods!

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1 ) Bath Time Collection: KanColle Docking Set
Price: ¥3,000 / Max 2 Per Person
2 ) Shimakaze Strap: WF Limited Color Ver.
Price: ¥500 / Max 2 Per Person
3 ) Not-so-Blessed wooser Charm of Accomplishment
Price: ¥600 / Max 2 Per Person
4 ) KanColle Rensouhou-chan Plushie Pass Case
Price: ¥2,000 / Max 2 Per Person
5 ) Nendoroid More: Dress-Up Pajamas
Price: ¥700 Each / Max 12 (2 Boxes) Per Person
6 ) Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova- iPhone5/5s Cases (6 Types)
Price: ¥2,900 Each / Max 2 Per person per type.
7 ) SQUARE FARM *Model kit with stand. Glow in the Dark.
Price: ¥1,500
8 ) T.O.T.E.M ZERO G THUG SUIT *Model kit with stand. Glow in the Dark.
Price: ¥1,500

* Products are sold at different locations. Please ensure you check what is being sold where before queueing!
* There are web sales for certain items but stock is limited. Order fast to avoid disappointment.

 

Only 5 days left until WonFes! ☆

((((`・ω・´;))))

 
The offices have really started to get busy now! I’m also doing by best not to lose to everyone else… not that it’s a contest or anything! Really!!

If you happen to see me at the event be sure to say hi! I’ll admit now that I’m rather shy in person, but I’ll be happy to meet my readers!

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 (`・ω・).。0   (Today’s snow… must have been Snow Miku’s magic!)
 ( ∪ ∪
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

(WonFes 2014 Winter) Nendoroid Mami Tomoe: School Uniform Ver.

Only 6 days left until WonFes…?!

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No way! There is no way that is true!
I need to go find something sweet to eat and calm down…!

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

With only one week left, I’m running out of time to review the WonFes products! This week will have to be dedicated to taking a closer look at them for everyone! Here is a quick summary of what will be available!

– WonFes Products – (*There are other goods too!) 

(GSC)Nendoroid Mami Tomoe: School Uniform Ver.
(GSC)
Nendoroid Snow Miku: Magical Snow Ver.
(MAX) figma Armin Arlert
(MAX)
figma Snow Miku
(Phat!) Medicchu Tenryuu & Tatsuta Set
(GSC)Bath Time Collection: KanColle Docking Set

There are various other goods that will also be on sale at the event, which you can find out more about on the official page below here: WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!! 19 Product Information

Today I’m going to be starting off with…

Nendoroid Mami Tomoe: School Uniform Ver.! ♡

Nendoroid Mami Tomoe is being release in her school uniform! She comes with two expressions as well as various other optional parts including her school bag a tea set based on the one in her room as well as an alternate lower body part which allows you to display her sitting down.She also comes with parts to recreate the pose that starts her transformation scene in the anime, as well as her close friend ‘Bebe’ from the movie version.

Finally we have Mami-san in her uniform (*´▽`*)!!!

The Nendoroid official comes from the latest movie, which means that she also comes with Bebe! ♥

Bebe even comes with a stand which attaches to her head making it look like she is hovering! Her head is on a ball joint too, meaning you can pose her at all sorts of different angles!

Even the little pattern on her cape has been faithfully reproduced!
ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

How could anyone hate this adorable little face! <●><●>

This is how the blister pack looks! ♪

The bottom right corner is a little heard to make out from this photo, but it’s actually a triangular table! ♡ You can also see she comes with a number of alternate hand parts which should be a load of fun! ((o(´∀`)o))

So let’s hurry up and get started!! ♡

“Here you go! Help yourself! ♪”

I posed her as if she was offering cake out to visitors! If only I could really go have cake over at Mami-san’s house! (゚A゚;)

As you can see she comes with sitting parts! She’s wearing tights which are a lovely change from most Nendoroids!

“This tea is… isn’t lukewarm.”

Mami has called one of her tea loving friends over to join her – Nendoroid Shinku! Nendoroid tea parties are such a happy scene! (*´Д`)

“You must have some too, Bebe! ♡”

The cake and plate are not stuck together, so you can put the cake on the tea cup’s saucer as a cake plate instead!

“Would you like some seconds?”

The sitting parts do allow her to balance by herself, but you can always attach the stand as well for even more stability! (`・ω・´)

Posing her sitting down with her head upturned like this is definitely one of my favorite poses! The arms you can see in this pose are actually intended for this pose… (σ・∀・)σ

Mami-san holding out her soul gem! The soul gem itself is attached to her left hand, so it shouldn’t get lost too easily! ♥

You wouldn’t want Mami to be separated from her soul gem… would you? (((゜д゜;)))

It’s amazing how the gentle smiling expression changes into such a confident expression when she is placed in this pose! Madoka and Homura have already been released… now we have Mami as well… I wonder if that means we can expect anyone else…? Personally I’m hoping we can!

Display Mami-san together with Bebe and enjoy all sorts of poses!

Nendoroid Mami Tomoe: School Uniform Ver.!

There are two ways to get your hands on her!

1) Wonder Festival 2014 (Winter) at the Makuhari Messe on the 9th February 2014. She will be sold at the WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!! Booth!

More Info: http://whl4u.jp/en/

2) From 9th February – 17th February 2014 She will be available for order at the Good Smile Online Shop!
(Delivery on these orders will be in July 2014!)

Online Shop: http://goodsmile-wf-global.ecq.sc/wh19gscnenwd00002.html

Don’t miss out!

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Finally another quick WonFes notice!

I’m going to take a look at the food that will be on sale at the event!

The menu this time around is based around KanColle – and for the first time ever also includes some alcohol! More details can be found on the official site here: http://whl4u.jp/food/

KanColle Curry

Price: ¥800
Based on an English-style stew curry recipe.
It’s a taste that all admirals will love! ☆

KanColle Battleship Roll Sushi

Price: ¥800
Two of each tuna, corn and crab rolled sushi!

KanColle Beer: Ancient Japan Pilsner

Price: ¥800
Please note that by law we are required to open the beer at time of purchase. Sealed beers will not be on sale.

Beer made using the sacred ‘Haigamine Spring Water’!
All admirals are sure to enjoy a bottle or two! ♪

KanColle Ramune Yukikaze

Price: ¥300
Made the same way since 1925! Delicious soda pop featuring the cute Yukikaze!

KanColle Ramune Cough-drops

Price: ¥300
Calming the throats of admirals throughout the years.
With a delicious taste to boot!

Bauxite Manjuu

Price: ¥800
The same delicious manjuu that were sold at the GSC Cafe will be on sale at WonFes!

Plus for each item purchased, you will also receive one KanColle bottle-cap!

Let’s take a peek at the design for a few of them! (/ω・\)

So many cute KanMusu! ♡

Plus you can even see the factory in which they were made from this video!!

~Infiltration Mission~ KanColle Bottle Cap Manufacturing Factory

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvIZk8SGZZw

The designs are lovely and you can use them however you’d like! Change them into badges or magnets… or simply line them up on your table to recreate your favorite fleet! ♡

Of course you’ll have to depend on your luck to receive the character you want!

The food corner is on the upper end of the booth near the wall! (`・ω・´)ゞ

Be sure to grab something to eat and drink if you’re at the event! ♪

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 (`・ω・).。0   (Oni wa Soto, Fuku wa Uchi!)
 ( ∪  つ ≡ *beans*
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all next week!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan