Homura Akemi: Yukata Ver.

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I always used to want one of those toys that lets you make candyfloss at home… and even now I’m convinced that there should be a popcorn machine in the offices! (/ω・\)

Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at one of FREEing’s products which is already up for order!

Homura Akemi: Yukata Ver.! ♪

From the popular anime movie, ‘Puella Magi Madoka Magica The Movie Rebellion’ comes a figure of Homura Akemi! She is dressed up in a dark purple yukata with spider lily prints giving off a rather mature look, which is contrasted by the pink candyfloss she holds in her hand. The other Puella Magi are also planned to be released in this yukata series, so be sure to collect and display them all together!

Homura-chaaan!! ♡♥

She looks so beautiful in a yukata! (*´▽`*)

Homura is the second in FREEing’s Puella Magi Madoka Magica Y-STYLE series, following on from the previously released Madoka!♥

Traditional Japanese clothes are so lovely! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

What is Y-STYLE?
Y-STYLE is a series of figures that aims to sculpt characters with a more ‘Japanese’ look through elegant accessories and poses, while still preserving the atmosphere of the series they come from.

The combination of the fluffy candyfloss and the mature looking Homura-chan gives off a cute, mysterious charm! ♡

The flow of her yukata and hair have both been sculpted beautifully! Personally I also want to point out a rather specific area… her left hand!

This is probably just my weird mind making things up, but to me the way this hand is sculpted makes it look like she really wants to hold hands with someone!! <●><●>

Don’t you wish you could come up from behind her and gently wrap your fingers between hers?! ヾ(。・Д・。)ノ

Either than, or at least give her someone else to be with! Someone like the previously released Madoka Kaname: Yukata Ver.!! (*´Д`)

Ah… traditional Japanese clothes are so lovely!
(*For the second time today)

You can make out Homura’s lovely slender body so nicely in the yukata! ♪


The flower pattern all over her yukata is the red magic lily! Definitely a flower ideal for a Puella Magi!

Enjoy Homura in a completely different outfit to normal!

The 1/8th scale:
Homura Akemi: Yukata Ver.

She is currently up for preorder! Orders at the GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP are open until the 23rd April at 21:00JST

GSC Online: http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/frescawd00039.html

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


∧_∧
( o・ω・).。0   (Who will be wearing their yukata next?)
( つ⊂ )
と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan
© Magica Quartet/Aniplex・Madoka Movie Project

Medicchu Kancolle Akagi & Haruna!

Today’s blog features these two characters!

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Whenever I buy a pack of twelve takoyaki from somewhere, more often than not I get asked ‘Would you like 2 sets of chopsticks?’. I’ve become very used to answering ‘Just one set is fine, thanks!’ (;´∀`)

Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at two of Phat! Company’s upcoming products:

Medicchu Kancolle Akagi &
Medicchu Kancolle Haruna! ♡


 

From the popular game ‘Kantai Collection -KanColle-‘ comes two figures based on illustrations by Kengou Yagumo, here to join the brand new ‘Medicchu’ series of chibi figures!

The Medicchu series is bigger than the Minicchu series, allowing for much more detail to be put into the ship and weapon parts! Akagi also comes with a bucket filled with her ‘Super Repairing Liquid’ as an optional part! Enjoy your favorite KanColle characters in cute 6.5cm size! * Each sold separately

Hyahoy!!! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

More KanColle characters to join the Medicchu line up! Previously Tenryuu and Tatsuta were released as WonFes products, and now Akagi and Haruna are here to join them! Note that while Tenryuu and Tatsuta were sold as a set, these two will each be sold separately!

Anyways, let’s take a closer look at each of them, starting with Medicchu Akagi!

Ooooh!!! (*´▽`*)

The unique charm of Kengou Yagumo’s adorable illustration has been captured perfectly! Down to the smallest of details! ♡

Take note of the paintwork too! Even the slightest changes in color are separated! Akagi-san also comes with her bucket!

Just having it beside her it brings out her character more! ε=(。・д・。)

The bow is sculpted to look like it’s passing through her hair. I really have to say I’m impressed with the detail on the Medicchu series… it’s really outstanding!

Even the smaller things like the arrows and compass are lovely! A work of art!

(・∀・) “I’d love for everyone to see the amount of detail in person!

Today we’re joined by Takamatsu-shi from Phat! Company’s planning team!

(・∀・) “Medicchu are about 65mm in height… and all the charms of the KanColle girls have been squished into that size in as much detail as possible!”

I remember thinking it when Tenryuu and Tatsuda came out too… but the amount of detail – particularly on the ‘ship’ parts is simply incredible!

(・∀・) “Yep! We wanted to keep the feeling that they were ships with a heavy look on those ship parts, while still keeping their cute designs in place too!”

Next up we have Medicchu Haruna! ☆

The third sister in the Kongo Battleship family! Her red and white outfit looks a bit like a Miko priestess! ♪

You really didn’t hold back on this outfit either!

(・∀・) “The hair on Haruna was also very carefully sculpted!”

You’re right! One of Haruna’s key characteristics is her long hair blowing out behind her… who ever though it would look so great in chibi size! (*´Д`)

(・∀・) “Ah… but the large ship parts behind her are just as impressive!”

Ooooohhh!! (°Д°;≡°Д°;)

(・∀・) “The contrast between her soft looking outfit and hair and this huge mechanical turret is simply magnificent!”

They both capture the characters… as well as Yagumo-san’s illustrations so nicely! (*´▽`*)

(・∀・) “I hope fans will enjoy adding the miniaturized Akagi and Haruna to their collections!”

Lovely items packed fill with the charm of KanColle! ♡

Medicchu Kancolle Akagi &
Medicchu Kancolle Haruna!

They’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow! ♪

By the way, Takamatsu-san… Yakumo-san’s illustrations include various other KanColle girls as well….

(・∀・) “They do indeed! We’ve already announced Medicchu figures of Wo-chan, Naka and Zegamashi! If things go well we’ll be sure to move into more shortly too!”

If I’m not mistaken Wo-chan’s prototype has already been revealed…?

(・∀・) “Ha… that’s right!”

Ah! She’s already been painted?! Σ(=°ω°=;ノ)ノ

(・∀・) “I can’t show any more than this for now… but she is coming along nicely! I can say with confidence that fans can look forward to the upcoming Medicchu characters!

I look forward to doing a full review on the blog soon! ♪
As soon as I have more info I’ll let everyone know! (`・ω・´)

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 ( o・ω・).。0   (I can’t wait to collect a huge set of Medicchus!)
 ( つ⊂ )
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

 
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Nendoroid Link: The Wind Waker ver.

Today’s main character…

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

If I was able to control any element I’d pick the wind… of all the elements, it’s always been the one that clicks with my personality the best! (`・ω・´)

Anyway, as I’m sure you’ve guessed from the first photo… today I’m going to be going on a little adventure with…

Nendoroid Link!

From the popular video game ‘The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD’ comes a Nendoroid of the main character of the series, Link! His Hero’s Sword, Hero’s Shield, a Heart Container and the important Wind Waker itself are all included to truly bring out the Legend of Zelda experience!

Link also comes with a large variety of expressions to bring out his character – including his standard serious looking expression, a smiling expression, a combat expression and a nervous expression! He even comes with effect parts to display him swinging his sword, allowing you to display him in truly heroic poses!

The cat-eyed Link is here!! (*´▽`*)

His characteristic eyes and expression… even the shape of his body has been converted into Nendoroid form perfectly!

The Wind Waker itself is also of course included!

Those of you who have played ‘The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker’ will know this is a rather important item to that particular title!

But there are also a number of items well known to the Zelda universe as a whole that are also included! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

First up…

Duh-duh-duh-DAH! ♪

A Heart Container! ★

Collecting one of these will increase your maximum HP and ensure a much safer journey! It even comes with a special little stand allowing you to display it as if Link just picked it up!

Moving on…

The Hero’s Sword and Hero’s Shield! ★

Link’s classic weapon and shield have also been sculpted in careful detail to look just as they did in the game! (o・ω・o)

Plus he has a different expression to the previous smiling expression!

(・∀・) “This is his nervous expression!”

Today we’re joined by Kyojin from the planning team!

(・∀・) “I’m personally a big fan of the Legend of Zelda series, and when Max Factory released figma Link, I knew we couldn’t lose on the Nendoroid front!”

What made you choose this ‘cat-eye’ version of Link for the Nendoroid?

(・∀・) “Well… firstly because I like the cat-eyed Link! Not only was it one of my favorite Zelda games, but the more comical design lends itself to the Nendoroid look nicely! Particularly with the exchangeable expressions!”

Link’s various expressions are super adorable (*´Д`)=з

(・∀・) “Yep! Going back to his expressions, he also comes with this slightly upset looking, kinda serious expression which is very well known from ‘The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker'”

Now that you mention it… it does look just like it did in the game! (゚A゚;)

While the mouth shape on this expression and the nervous expression are similar, this expression is facing straight ahead with determination! It’s very reminiscent of the game! ヘ(゚∀゚*)ノ

(・∀・) “Ah, speaking of the nervous expression… the reason it was included was to recreate…

His stealthy movement pose!!!”

Oooh! This also looks like it just jumped out of the game!

(・∀・) “I always loved the way he looked while tip-toeing in the game! It just had to be included with the Nendoroid!”

Posing him in this pose would make make even the safest of homes look like a dangerous dungeon! (*´Д`)

Here we have link sneaking around near the planning team! I can see Kyojin and Hamako… both wearing similar green shirts by some strange coincidence!

(・∀・) “You may have already noticed, but Link is rather unique as a Nendoroid – the outlines of his face are rather different to the standard Nendoroid format! We did this to bring out the atmosphere of the series and the Zelda universe as much as possible!”

The sculpt of the hair also has a rather unique feeling to it!
It seems to be flowing off to the right… (`・ω・´)
Plus the tuft of hair by his ear is also super cute! ♥

(・∀・) “Getting the hair to ‘flow’ the same way it did in Link’s character designs was actually quite a task for the production team… combined with the balance of the hat the standard methods of doing Nendoroid hair just weren’t working. However, after trying all sorts of things they managed to get it looking great!”

By the way, the pointy bit of Link’s hat is actually rotateable allowing for some changes in nuance! Combined with the bent leg and arm parts you can create all sorts of interesting, dynamic poses! ー(‘-‘*)(,_,*)(‘-‘*)(,_,*)

(・∀・) “There are still more optional parts too!”

Oh? There are?!

(・∀・) “The last of the optional parts are this combat expression as well as some sword swinging effect parts!”

Ooooooohhh!! (°Д°;≡°Д°;)

(・∀・) “It wouldn’t be Link without the ability to pose him swinging his sword like this! It really brings out his heroic side!”

Even more poses straight from the game!! Yay!! ♪

The effect parts connect onto the Hero’s sword quickly and easily… but more importantly, this means that Link comes with four different expression parts!

(・∀・) “We actually had even more expressions at first and had to slowly cut them back with tears in our eyes… and eventually settled on these four. We hope fans of the series will enjoy having Link by their side in Nendoroid form!”

Filled with all sorts of fun ways to reenact the game! ★

Nendoroid Link!

He is up for preorder as of today! ♪

GSC Product Page: http://www.goodsmile.info/en/product/4370/

Orders at the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP are open until the 7th May 2014 at 21:00JST: http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/gscnenwd00413.html

Don’t miss out! (`・ω・´)

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 ( *´▽`).。0   (I wonder what the next Nintendo Nendoroid will be…?)
 ( つ⊂ )
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

 
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1/8th Scale Kongo: Half-Damage ver.

“No! The precious equipment I got from the admiral… it’s ruined!”

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I’m always happy to gracefully enjoy a cup of tea… but if there are teatime snacks you can be sure that I’ll be munching down with fury!! I always look forward to the new snacks that come out around Spring too… I’m sure I’ll be munching on them soon!! (; ・`ω・´)

Anyway!
Today I’m going to be taking a look at Max Factory’s…

1/8th Scale:
Kongo: Half-Damage ver.! ♡

From the popular social game ‘Kantai Collection -KanColle-‘ comes a 1/8th scale figure of the Super Dreadnought Battleship, Kongo! She has been sculpted in her damaged version that is reached after falling below half heath.

The damaged appearance shows off her captivating body beneath the ‘precious equipment’ she received from the admiral – and the damaged look of her outfit itself has also been very intricately sculpted for fans to enjoy!

“Wow! Congratulations!” (*´▽`*)

We showed off the colored prototype some time ago, so apologies for the long wait for preorders! Max Factory has been working hard to make sure she was prefect before release!

I figured everyone would want a closer look, so I stole borrowed it from Max Factory for a review! (`・ω・´)

Let’s start off from with the ship parts on her back! ♪

Each of the different turret sections each have their own unique sculptwork that shows off the damage in amazing detail!!

(・∀・) “Take a look from the side too!”

Today we’re joined by the figure’s planner, Kaneko Nitohei! (Max Factory)

(・∀・) “Every nook and cranny of the ship and turrets has been carefully sculpted to truly bring out a ‘damaged’ feeling. My personal favorite part are the points between sections, where you can actually see a cross-section of the ship!”

Ooooohhh!! ( ゚д゚)
Even the layers on the inside of the ship have been included!

(・∀・) “Obviously this part of the figure was never visible on the original illustration – but on the figure you get to enjoy the details from any angle you like!”

The charred and cracked areas of the paintwork also add to the effect… it really makes you wonder what an epic battle she must have been in! ( -ノェ-)

(・∀・) “Everything that was visible in the original illustration has been sculpted as faithfully as possible to the original. Take a look at the broken off piece on the left end, for example!”

Y-Yes! T-This is quite the sight!! <●><●>

… the damaged design really does look just like the original illustration!

(・∀・) “You can see we put a lot of work into getting the heavy, boorish look of the ship parts right… but that obviously doesn’t mean we skimped on the sexy side!”

Kongo has a fairly revealing outfit even in her standard form… when it comes to the damaged form it really is quite a sight to behold! (*´Д`)

(・∀・) “Almost any angle you look from gives you a teasing glimpse of her lovely body!”

The contrast between the dark, heavy ship section and the light, white clothes is simply amazing!!

(・∀・) “Just to let everyone know in advance… as much is it may look like certain parts of the outfit may ‘flip’ to show more, that’s not the case! However… the outfit itself is ALL sculpted down to the finest of details!

…! (`・ω・´)
So what you’re trying to say is…!

Forgive me Kongo…!

*Now checking areas not visible in photos*

+。:.゚ヽ(*´∀`)ノ゚.:。+゚

(・∀・) “Everyone else can take a nice close look once she arrives at your home!”

The little tears on her stockings showing off some extra skin are also lovely!

(・∀・) “It’s a very special figure that we’ve put a lot of love into. Both the heavy look of the ship parts and the sexy side of Kongo has all been faithfully sculpted! She’s really a pleasure to look at from all sorts of angles, so I hope fans will pick her up and enjoy!”

A figure of the admiral-loving Kongo, ready to be loved back! ♥

1/8th Scale:
Kongo: Half-Damage ver.!

She will be up for preorder from the 11th April 2014!

You can also see some more photos on the figma blog! She was introduced there yesterday: http://ameblo.jp/figma/entry-11818006549.html

Oh yes! Kaneko Nitohei-san! I believe there are more Kanmusu Half-Damage versions on their way… right? ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

(・∀・) “Yep! So far we’ve announced I-58, I-168 and I-19!

Some of you may remember that I-58’s colored prototype was even on display at the Miyazawa Model Exhibition!

(・∀・) “She’ll probably be up for preorder… around next month?

Seems like we can look forward to KanColle figures from Max Factory for some time to come! ε=(。・д・。)

But… why are all of the line-up after Kongo submarine girls?!

(・∀・) “That… would be personal taste! They’re adorable!”

(Nitohei’s favorite characters often seem to be in the Max Factory lineup…!)

(・∀・) “I’m sure the Kanmusu figure series will continue for awhile to come! We hope the admirals out there will continue to support us!”


 

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Finally a quick notice!

This morning the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP was revamped!! ★

It’s much easier to find and buy things now!

Recently products with special bonuses on the GSC Online Shop are been on the increase, so be sure to take a look! (`・ω・´)

As the site has just been launched there may be bugs still – the team will be working on fixes and improvements wherever possible! There are also some plans for some revamp specials coming next week… so keep your eyes peeled!

GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP: http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 ( `・ω・).。0   (Tomorrow’s preorders are not only Kongo… but also the Hero of Winds!)
 ( つ⊂ )
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

 
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1/8th Scale Tsukushi Tsutsukakushi

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I’ve always wanted to experience going out shopping with an older sister… ideally she would say something like “Nah, I think this one looks better on you!” and pick some new clothes to try on…

Anyway, today I’ll be taking a look at a character with a rather impressive sister complex! ♡ Phat Company’s 1/8th scale…

Tsukushi Tsutsukakushi!

From the anime series ‘Hentai Ouji to Warawanai Neko’ comes a 1/8th scale figure of the “Steel King” Tsukushi Tsutsukakushi, based on the cover illustration of the light novel’s 4th volume.

All of Tsukushi’s unique traits have been faithfully preserved in figure form – from her unique blend of long hair and a ponytail, to her impressive body which can easily be made out even over her jersey. The shoes she is holding in her left hand can be switched out for the photos she showed at the ‘Tsukiko Memorial’, allowing you to show how much she loves her sister too!

Oooh!! (*´▽`*)

From ‘Hentai Ouji to Warawanai Neko’ comes a long awaited figure of Tsukiko’s sister Tsukushi! ♡ Even though she is wearing a jersey…

She’s still…

So…

Sexy!!

To be fair, the zip of the jersey is fairly low down… but seeing how soft this area looks makes me wonder why she is called the “Steel King”! (*´Д`)

(・∀・) “She has a fairly simple design, but she’s still rather detailed and sexy when you take a good look!”

Tsukushi’s Head Planner: Takamatsu-shi from Phat Company!

(・∀・) “We wanted to ensure that fans could enjoy Tsukushi’s wonderful curves even if we sculpted her wearing a jersey!”

The creases in her clothes are also very intricately sculpted!(`・ω・´)ゞ

Compared to other figures the thighs also look much firmer… but that’s exactly what you’d expect from the head of the track club! ♪

(・∀・) “She’s in a rather simple standing pose, which really gives you a good look at her lovely long hairstyle – I’m really happy with how the flow of the hair came out!”

It does have a very lively feeling to it! The way all the hair is tied up at the base of the ponytail has also been faithfully sculpted! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

(・∀・) “Speaking of faithful sculpting take a look at the detail on her shoes!”

They even include the running spikes!! (゚A゚;)

(・∀・) ” Just like Mika Jougasaki: Charisma Girl Ver. we really put a lot of effort into getting the shoes perfect… we’re becoming quite the shoe experts now! No matter what angle you look from they are very convincing!”

*The shoes connect onto her fingers securely.

As expected of Tanaka-shi and shoes! (o・ω・o)

(・∀・) “I’d also like to point out the detail of the pattern on her skirt! Definitely not to be missed!”

Chequered patterns are always so cute…! ♡

W-Wait!
She’s holding something different now!!(°Д°;≡°Д°;)

(・∀・) “Oh yes… she also comes with photos of Tsukiko as a child! These can be swapped out with the shoes whenever you like! Choose between the track team Tsukushi or the sister complex Tsukushi!”

She’s holding them as if hiding them ever so slightly… it’s perfect! (・∀・)

The 1/8th scale:

Tsukushi Tsutsukakushi

She’s up for preorder from today!! ♡

Orders at the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will be going on until the
7th May 2014 at 21:00JST!

GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP:
http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/phascawd00011.html

By the way… going back to the other figure with incredible shoes…
Mika Jougasaki: Charisma Girl Ver.

Preorders for this amazing figure close today at 21:00JST! Don’t miss out!

GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP:
http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/top/phascawd00010.html

She even comes with a GSC Online Shop Preorder Bonus! ( -ノェ-)

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Finally a quick notice! ♪

Today the GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP Bonus for Nendoroid Miss Monochrome was revealed on her product page! ♡

An adorable signed publicity photo!
Cute!! (*´▽`*)

Cute!! (*´▽`*)

Huh?! Who was that?! ( ゚д゚)

(・∀・) “Miss Monochrome’s head planner, Hamako!!”

W-What brings you to the blog today?

(・∀・) “Heh, heh, heh! I have something important to tell everyone about Nendoroid Miss Monochrome! Did you know that she was checked personally by the character designer and voice actor for Miss Monochrome… Yui Horie!”


W-What?!

She personally checked it?!


(( ;∀;)) “Yep! I was so happy when she did!!”

*Yui Horie-san checking Nendoroid Miss Monochrome*

What did she have to say about it? (゚A゚;)

(・∀・) “She said it was “Cute!” and had no problems! ♡”

Yay!! ヽ(o´∀`o)ノ

Thank you very much for taking the time in your busy schedule!!

Nendoroid Miss Monochrome!

She’s up for order on the GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP until the 23rd April 2014 at 21:00JST! ♥

GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP:
http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/gscnenwd00406a.html

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 ( `・ω・).。0   (Tomorrow is the long-awaited half-damaged KanMusu desu!)
 ( つ⊂ )
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

©2013 さがら総・株式会社KADOKAWA メディアファクトリー刊/「変猫。」製作委員会

Miyazawa Model Exhibition: Spring 2014

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

This year my pollen allergies have been rather calm, but I’m still wearing a mask every day just in case!

Anyway, today I’m going to be infiltrating the Miyazawa Model Exhibition! Let’s see what upcoming figures we can sneak a look at! (`・ω・´)ゞ

“Let’s get started!!”

GSC’s 1/8th Scale Honoka Kousaka!

 

– The Event Hall –

It was really crowded throughout the morning! Filled with figure makers, wholesale stores and bloggers! (; ・`ω・´)

For those who don’t know…

The Miyazawa Model Exhibition is a industry-only event organized by Miyazawa Models that takes place twice a year! GSC, Max Factory, Phat!, Gift, FREEing and Penguin Parade all took part this year, along with many other companies!

Let’s take a look at what was on display!

– GSC –

One of the figures which debuted as a prototype this time around was…

Nendoroid Iona! ♡

Isn’t she adorable?! (*´Д`)
The included effect parts are also amazing! 10/10! ♪

Next up we have the colored prototype of…
Gray Fullbuster! ヽ(・∀・)ノ

I want to display him with Natsu!!

Don’t forget that Natsu Dragneel is up for preorder until the 23th April 2014!
Product Page: www.goodsmile.info/en/product/4262/

From KanColle we have unpainted prototypes of…
Nendoroid Kitakami and Nendoroid Kaga!

I look forward to seeing what expressions and optional parts they will come with… not to mention how they will look when colored!

We also have to more additions to the Bathtime Collection series from KanColle… Ryuujou and Kitakami!

The final addition from KanColle was Dokodemo Rensouhou-chan! He comes with Velcro attachments allowing you to take him with you no matter where you go! (`・ω・´)

The body is about the same size as an iPhone! There are Velcro attachments on the back of the head and the bottom, meaning he can stick to things in all sorts of ways! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

I’ll be sure to take a closer look on the blog shortly!!

Next up we have this 1/7th Scale Saber EXTRA from Fate/EXTRA!!

I look forward to seeing her complete! You can find a picture of the reverse side over on myTwitter account! ( -ノェ-)

The 1/8th Scale Mio Honda: New Generation Ver. that debuted the other day at a separate event was also on display! ♥

The sparkling smile and adorable wink! ☆

I wonder when she’ll be up for preorder… (゚A゚;)
I’m sure it’ll be soon!!

– Max Factory –

The highlight of Max Factory’s booth was the 1/8th scale I-58: Half-Damage ver.! ★

Just look at that amazing expression!

I look forward to introducing her to all the admirals soon! ヘ(゚∀゚*)ノ

The soon to be up for order 1/8th Scale Kongo: Half-Damage ver. was also on display! ♡

She’s magnificent! Sculpted down to the most intricate of details!

The event also featured the debut of figma Chariot: TV ANIMATION ver.‘s optional parts!


She looks to have a fairly impressive volume thanks to those parts!
(‘-‘*)(,_,*)(‘-‘*)(,_,*)

While we’re on figmas… we have a rather unique addition…
figma Flyboy Zombie! ♪

I hear from Kaneko Nitohei that he’ll also be up for preorder soon!

figma Captain America was also on display!
Fitting seen the new movie starts on the 19th April! ★

The Avengers series looks so epic lined up together like this! (。・ω・。)ノ

– Phat –

From IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls which recently has an anime version announced… the 1/8th Scale Ranko Kanzaki: Anniversary Princess ver.! ヽ(o´∀`o)ノ

From the same series… the 1/8th Scale Sachiko Koshimizu: Self-claimed Cute ver.!

They’re both so adorable!!

The Minicchu: IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls 03 set was also revealed! ♥

These chibi designs are so cute that it’s almost unfair!!

We also have another product from a recently announced upcoming anime… Ninja Slayer!

figma Ninja Slayer! This looks like it’ll be a load of fun!! ((o(´∀`)o))

– Gift –

Houki Shinonono wearing a cute swimsuit with a rather embarrassed expression on her face! ♥ I’ll be taking a closer look on the blog soon!

– FREEing –

A load of adorable bunny girls and various other items including Homu Akemi: Yukata Ver.! (`・ω・´)

As usual FREEing’s scale figures were all of a very impressive size!

– Penguin Parade –

Celia’s sexy sculpting fills the atmosphere with a rather naughty air… (゚A゚;)
I can’t wait to see her painted!! <●><●>

I also look forward to more info on the Kanmusu in the background!

Now for a quick look at some of the items from other companies that I personally liked! In no particular order!


– Sol International –

These adorable duckies could get me relaxed on even the most stressful days…

– Ken Elephant –

Tableware featuring the Japanese National Railways logo! (゚A゚;)

– WAVE –

Haruna’s armpits! Sonico-chan’s tummy! Yummy!!

– Takara Tomy Arts –

I love it when Transformer todays can actually transform! (*´▽`*)

– Union Creative –

The Eren figure itself is amazing… but the iPhone case beside him is also very intriguing…!

– Pulc –


A 1/7th Scale Mikasa Ackerman!

That giant hand…! That Titan’s hand!!!

– Vertex –

I really want to this painted!!

– Takara Tomy –

Hinata was also next to him! Personally I’m a Kageyama fan though… 😛

– Azone –

I couldn’t stop taking photos of these two!! I wish I had more opportunity to play with dolls! (o・ω・o)

There was obviously a lot more than I showed on today’s blog, but that was a collection of items that I thought were interesting I’m sorry I couldn’t add more! A big thank you to all the companies that took part, and I’m sure I’ll be back for the Autumn Exhibition too!

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 ( `・ω・).。0   (I’ll be looking at someone with a sister complex tomorrow!)
 ( つ⊂ )
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

Nendoroid Shimakaze

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I really can’t remember what I was wearing at this time of year last year… whenever the season starts to change I’m always unsure about what to wear…

But anyway! Today I’m going to be taking a look at a Nendoroid released not long ago, with the second release coming out on the 22nd April!

Nendoroid Shimakaze! ♪

… Huh?!


Where has my Zegamashi-chan gone?!

Ah! At least I found two of the Rensouhou-chans!
I’ll ask them if they know where Shimakaze is!

Hey you two… I don’t suppose you know where my Shimakaze and the other Rensouhou-chan has gone to? (´・ω・`)

… huh?! The beach?!

Shimakaze flashback from earlier:
“The weather is amazing! Time to head to the beach!”

Well then! I best get going! I need to bring them back home!

Time to head down to the beach!!

Sand, ocean and waves!! ♪

Whenever I see the ocean I can’t help but want to sing!
I’m sure they must be around here somewhere… Hmm?

I recognise the colors of those stripes! (ノ`・∀・)ノ

Zegamashi-chan: Located! ♡

Phew! Now I just need to find Rensouhou-chan… (`・ω・´)

I remember seeing a fountain on the way here…
Maybe he was hanging around there, near the water…

Ooh! I recognise that shape!

Found you!! (σ・∀・)σ

Phew! I managed to find both of them in no time!
No more running off without permission you two!!

Just a little punishment!!(*´▽`*)

I can’t believe the cherry blossoms are already starting to fall!
They were so quick this year!

I know many of you have already been taking loads of photos of your Shimakaze Nendoroids… I’ve been looking at them all on Twitter!! There are so many unique photos that it’s such a pleasure to do a new search each and every time! (*´Д`)

Apologies to those of you who had to wait for the second release, but she will be on the way soon! ♪

Nendoroid Shimakaze!

The second release will be shipping out on the 22nd April!!
* Note that overseas orders are only scheduled to ship in June!

Those of you who ordered from the Good Smile Online Shop will also be receiving this special box sleeve! If you unfold it it makes one big image like this!

By the way… today’s photos were taken at Yamashita Part in in Yokohama! ♡

The mild weather at the moment is great for walks, and I definitely recommend a visit here if you have the time!

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 ( `・ω・).。0   (Tomorrow I’ll be infiltrating the Miyazawa Model Exhibition!)
 ( つ⊂ )
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

Nendoroid Gilgamesh

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I’m going to be taking to be taking a look at the King of Heroes,

Nendoroid Gilgamesh!

From the popular PC game ‘Fate/stay night’ comes a Nendoroid of the ‘King of Heroes’ dressed in his golden armor, Gilgamesh! He comes with both his standard sneering expression, as well as a shouting expression.

Additionally, special parts that allow you to display him with the ‘Gate of Babylon’ behind him are included, and the most powerful Noble Phantasm contained within the gate, Ea, the Sword of Rupture is also included for him to wield, allowing fans to display him in all sorts of epic poses from the series!

Ooooohhh!!! (*´▽`*)

Gilgamesh has finally come to take over my desk!!
The very first male Nendoroid from Fate is ready to be officially announced soon!

The most powerful of his Noble Phantasms, ‘Ea, the Sword of Rupture’ is of course included for him to wield!

The attention to detail on the patterns of the sword are amazing! (゚A゚;)

Another very special thing about Gilgamesh is of course his golden armor, which has a heavy and metallic look to it… even as a cute Nendoroid

(・∀・) “We worked really hard on the coloring of the armor!”

We’re joined today by the figure’s head planner, Yassan!

(・∀・) “Even though he has golden armor, it’s not so much a ‘sparkly’ gold, but more of a powerful gold. We wanted to ensure that the armor still felt like armor… and wasn’t just gold as a fashion statement.”

Looking close you can also tell that it’s not just the color that’s amazing… the patterns all over the armor are super detailed too! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

(・∀・) “Indeed! You already mentioned above how detailed Ea was, and the armor is no exception. Each and every twist, turn and color change of his armor has been faithfully sculpted! Even if you’re looking from the back… take a look!”

Ooh! The markings and layers are all so lovely! He’s really a work of art!

(・∀・) “But there is still more to look forward to!”

I-Is this what I think it is?! ( ゚д゚ )!

(・∀・) “The Gate of Babylon!”

It’s amazing! Even in Nendoroid size the impact is astounding!

(・∀・) “His expressions include the grinning expression you saw above, as well as this angrier, shouting expression which makes the Gate look even more imposing!”

But to truly recreate the epic scene from the series… we need to have the Noble Phantasms coming out from the gate!!

Ta-da!!

Ooooohhh!!! (*´▽`*) (for the second time in one blog!)

(・∀・) “Each and everyone of the weapons has been sculpted differently!”

They’re all different types of weapons as well!
It’s like a cute miniature weapon collection set! ♪

(・∀・) “Each of these weapons also be held just like Ea, so you have a huge variety of posing options!”

Options like this make me so happy! (*´Д`)

(・∀・) “By the way, this is how the Gate of Babylon looks from the back!”

Ah, so each of the weapons are simply pushed through the gate!

(・∀・) “Well, this is still the prototype, so things may still change… but that is the idea we are going for!”

The grinning face captures Gilgamesh’s confidence beautifully, but I really love the shouting face too – it’s the perfect combination of anger and pride in a single expression! (‘-‘*)(,_,*)(‘-‘*)(,_,*)

(・∀・) “As there are a large number of weapons included we decided to only give him two expressions, but I do think they both capture his personality nicely!”

Be sure to grab the cute little King of Heroes for yourself…! ♪

Nendoroid Gilgamesh!

He will be up for preorder from the 9th April!

You’ll need to wait a little longer before you can order him, but if you’re a Fate fan don’t forget that Nendoroid Rin Tohsaka is currently up for preorder!

Nendoroid Rin Tohsaka

Orders from the GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP are open until the 23rd April 2014 at 21:00! (`・ω・´)

GSC Online Shop: Nendoroid Rin Tohsaka

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Finally a quick notice!

Entries to the Good Smile Kuji W Challenge are set to close at the end of this month! (`・ω・´)

If you collect five lottery tickets and enter the challenge, you’ll be entered into a draw where 390 people will be winning an original tapestry illustrated by KEI-san! ♡

★ Good Smile Kuji:
http://kuji.goodsmile.jp/
★ W Challenge Information:
⇒ http://kuji.goodsmile.jp/w_challenge/index.html

Entries are open until the 30th April! ♪

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 ( `・ω・).。0   (Who will come after Gilgamesh-sama?!)
 ( つ⊂ )
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

©2002-2006 TYPE-MOON

A Visit to the SoniAni -SUPER SONICO THE ANIMATION- Exhibit!

Nakano Broadway!!

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I snuck out of the offices to head out to Nakano… and the reason for that was so I could take a look at the TV Anime ‘SoniAni -SUPER SONICO THE ANIMATION- Exhibit which starts today at pixiv Zingaro!

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TV Anime ‘SoniAni -SUPER SONICO THE ANIMATION- Exhibit

Dates: 3rd April (Thurs) ~ 15th April (Tues) from 12:00 to 19:00.
    (Closed Wednesdays)
Location: pixiv Zingaro (Nakano Broadway 2nd Floor)
Price: No Charge

More details can be found here: http://pixiv-zingaro.jp/exhibition/sonico/
pixiv Zingaro Official Site: http://pixiv-zingaro.jp/

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Anyway, let’s head straight to pixiv Zingaro!

Here we are!

Ooh! The entrance features a giant picture of the ‘Daiichi Uchuu Sokudo’ band members to greet everyone! ♪ Near the entrance there is also a nice summary about ‘SoniAni’ and Sonico-chan herself!

Inside you’ll find a huge selection of cuts from the SoniAni anime as well as original designs and illustrations! Photos are welcome too! ★

I-I remember all these scenes… (゚A゚;)

Fuuri-chan is so cute!!

In the exhibit you’ll also find the original image of Suzu-chan’s ‘Atmosphere-Breaking Drop Kick’, so be sure to look out for it! ( -ノェ-)

This has been a rather big year for Sonico-chan! Not only did she have her major debut, but her anime series was released as well!

You can also purchase the album of Sonico-chan’s band ‘Daiichi Uchuu Sokudo’, posters, the limited first edition of the SoniAni Blu-ray/DVD Vol.1 and more at the exhibit!ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

Plus to celebrate the release of the first Blu-ray/DVD, pixiv is currently running an illustration contest, which will run until the 18th April! The first prize is a Limited First Edition of the Blu-ray/DVD Vol.1 (including the anime original figma Super Sonico: Swimsuit ver.), and the illustration will be added to the upcoming artbook ‘pixiv x Super Sonico illust collection’! ((o(´∀`)o))

figma Super Sonico: Swimsuit ver.


*Macaroon not included!

The second volume of the Blu-ray/DVD be on sale from the 25th April!
Details Here: http://soniani.jp/products.html

If you’re around Nakano Broadway during the exhibit, be sure to stop by and take a look! ♪

Super Sonico-chan Official Site:
http://supersonico.jp/
Super Sonico-chan Twitter:
https://twitter.com/sonico_macaron
SoniAni Anime Official Site:
http://soniani.jp/
SoniAni Anime Official Twitter:
https://twitter.com/sonico_a

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Speaking of Sonico-chan, WING announced a new figure of her last month!

Super Sonico: Rock ‘n’ Roll Valentine!

She’s adorable!! (*´▽`*)

A combination of a cheerful Sonico-chan with a chocolate guitar!

Definitely a very delicious looking combination! ♪ The sexy curves from her armpits down to her hips are to die for…! (*´Д`)

The 1/6th scale figure is based on the jacket cover of the ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll Valentine’ single! A lovely combination of cute and sexy for fans to enjoy!

Mmmm! Delicious from this side too!!

Sonico’s lovely body has been sculpted in beautiful detail!

Plus the figure even comes with some “chocolate stickers” which you can place wherever you like to customize Sonico-chan for yourself!

Lovely!! ヽ(*´∀`)ノ

I always love seeing options like this on my figures! Whoever thought of these stickers deserves to be treated to some delicious chocolate!

Place the stickers wherever you think looks best and enjoy Sonico’s charm to the fullest! ♡

Super Sonico: Rock ‘n’ Roll Valentine!

She’s available for order from the GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP until the 30th April at 21:00JST!

GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP Product Page:
http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/winscawd00006.html

Don’t miss out! ☆
By the way, the painter of this Sonico was none other than Sekai no Oda-P!

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 ( `・ω・).。0   (Tomorrow will be the ‘King of Heroes’!)
 ( つ⊂ )
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

© Nitroplus/そにアニProject

Nendoroid Eren Yeager

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Yesterday was April Fools as well as the welcome ceremony for new employees… it ended up as a rather busy day! But today we’re back to normal!

With that said, time to take a look at a soon to be released figure…

Nendoroid Eren Yeager!

He is the third in the Attack on Titan series following on from the previously released Nendoroid Colossus Titan & Attack Playset and Nendoroid Mikasa Ackerman!

This is how the packaging looks! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

He comes with a number of bent arms and legs which I personally love to see!

Not to mention just like Mikasa he comes with smoke effect parts to display him in dynamic combat scenes with the vertical maneuvering equipment!

Displaying him with the Titan and Mikasa really brings out the atmosphere of the Attack on Titan universe nicely! (ノ`・∀・)ノ

I just wish I could hurry up and add Levi and Armin to the scene too! (゚A゚;)
Just like Mikasa, Eren also comes with this rather special part! ♫

This special extra little stand allows you to display the figure with a special background card! (`・ω・´)ゞ

The inner cardboard of the Nendoroid’s box features perforated lines which allows you to get this rectangular piece for an awesome wall background!

Just the background alone adds a little extra to the atmosphere! ♡

He also comes with the bloody effect parts to attach to his blades and pose him in action! ヽ(・∀・)ノ

Another very important set of items… the questioning scene! A special body and the pillar are both included! We just need Levi here now!!

Note that the alternate body is only the middle body part! The lower body and legs are used with both bodies!

You can also pose him ready to protect Mikasa and Armin! ♪

I’m afraid I don’t have any news on Armin just yet… but as soon as I do I’ll be sure to pass it on to everyone! ( -ノェ-)

By the way… the 30th of March was Eren’s birthday!

Happy Belated Birthday!! (o・ω・o)

*Eren Birthday Cake!*

This cake is actually an eraser! It just seemed the perfect size to display with a Nendoroid so I grabbed it!

~ 4-Panel Nendoroid Manga Start ~ 

“You missed his birthday by four days!! How dare you!”.
Uh-oh… Mikasa seems rather upset…

“C-Calm down!”
Eren tries to talk some sense into Mikasa…

“…”
Eren is left speechless by Mikasa’s imposing presence…

“Do I really look like I need to calm down?”.
Eren quickly changes his mind.

~ 4-Panel Nendoroid Manga End ~

The more serious the real story is, the more I seem to enjoy making more silly things like this… ^^; By the way, the expression used for Mikasa is actually the Prafka-effect expression from Nendoroid Inia Sestina!

A whole bunch of fun and the ability to pose countless scenes from the series! ♪

Nendoroid Eren Yeager!

He’ll be shipping out from GSC on the 10th April 2014!

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Don’t forget that the exclusive Nendoroid: Asuna: Titania Ver. is also waiting to be rescued from the GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP!

Orders for Asuna are open until the 14th April at 21:00JST!
Don’t miss out on your chance to set her free!

GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP:
http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/top/gscnenwd00382.html

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 ( *´▽`).。0   (The scale figure of Mikasa is also coming along nicely!)
 ( つ⊂ )
 と_)_)

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan