Good day to you all.

Kaho-tan here (＠gsc_kahotan).

Christmas Day is finally upon us!

My family actually celebrated yesterday, so Christmas for me is already over!

However, it looks like things are just only starting to begin elsewhere in the world! (Gazes into the distance)

Well…

Prior to this, we solicited “2014 Winter Header Image” entries via Kaho’s Post Office!

⇒　【Enter Now!】Winter Twitter Header Image & Live Webcast Info etc.

And we received a whole lot of entries!

Thank you all so much!  (Bows deeply)
I made an announcement today via Twitter as well, but the Christmas themed header that I’ll be using both today and tomorrow will be this photo by Luka! ♪

That’s just too adorable!! ε=(｡・д・｡)

And the Nendoroid Dress-Up Pajamas were just perfect for this situation♥︎

But that’s not all!

From the day after Christmas, I’ll be using this photo by Leonoph as the header image.

Even with her pouty face, Snow Miku is just so cute♥︎

There was a big snow storm that Wonder Festival… I hope the weather is better next year…!

All of the photos we received were truly spectacular, so narrowing it down to these few entries was really hard work…!

Thank you all again so very much!!

Today we’ll be taking a look at a few more of the entries that were received.♪

* I’ve adjusted the brightness of some of these images before posting them.

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It very rarely snows in Chiba Prefecture, so realizing that this was my chance I ran outside and got to shooting. 

But naturally, since it was snowing outside, it was so cold that my shutter hand was shivering – lol.

I’d also like to thank Miku for holding up in the cold weather as my model.

Handle Name:  Yukikon

Miku’s excitedly running around in the snow☆

I want to play with her in the fluffy snow, too ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

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My piano was always in the perfect lighting XD so I took a picture of her with the piano. Which make sense because she’s a singer!

HN　：　Nisha　さん

To think that a picture of Magical Girl Snow Miku came from far-away Melbourne♡

I love the way the lighting in the photo brings to mind a calm winter’s day ♪

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Nothing says winter like “snow.”

And if you’ve got snow, you’ve got “snow huts!”

Here you can see a Nendoroid-size snow hut that I made.

Handle Name:  Tsukintokkai Nanpyon

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Over here in Osaka, come winter a big duckie makes an appearance.

A duck you just can’t help but smile when you see.  If you even have the chance, you should go see it at least once.

Handle Name: 　MAHOKONA

I’ve seen this duck on the news a hundred times!

I really like the how all the Black Rock Shooter characters are sitting comfortably around the kotatsu, unmoved despite the unusual atmosphere♪

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“Whoa, it’s so cold!”

“Take that!”

Here they are having a bit of fun in the garden.  You’d expect nothing less from Hokkaido girls♪

Handle Name:　Katou Kon

The narrative element to these poses is superb!!

And the ribbon in Miku’s hair is so cute♡ I want to try this myself… !

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In addition to these, we received so many photos!

Thank you again so very much (´□｀｡)

But on the other hand…

Even if it isn’t looking wintery outside, maybe you plan to go look at some Christmas lights today or tomorrow…!

Or you want to go out for a photo shoot over winter vacation…!

And so on and so forth, I’m some of you out there have plans to take your photos in the near future.

That’s why we’re going to continue to accept entries for our winter themed header image!

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I’ll be waiting to see your wintery photo submissions, so please keep them coming!

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Now for an announcement! (｀・ω・´)
☆ It’s official – there’s going to be a “Wooser’s Hand-to-Mouth Life” Season 3!

What lovely darkness, so cool and lethargic.

That yellow animal with a black heart, loyal only to his own lust.

A  heart warming story that won’t warm you heart at all.

“User’s Hand to Mouth Life” will be back in 2015! ♥︎
See the announcement video here ⇒　「”Woosers’s Hand-to-Mouth Life” Season 3 is Official!

More details will soon be  available at the “Wooser’s Hand-toMouth Life” Official site.

I hope you’re all looking forward to it♪

＜Kaho-tan’s inner voice＞

Thanks for tuning in!  I hope to see you all again next time!

Planning Department・Kaho-tan (Blog #336)　twitterID：＠gsc_kahotan

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

The only place I’ve ever been to in the Kyushu region is Miyazaki. I’d really like to try all the famous foods in the area some time!
Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at…

Nendoroid Marika Tachibana!

Oooooooooooohhhh!! ヽ(´ω｀*)ノ

At long last the fourth heroine from the popular ‘Nisekoi’ is joining the Nendoroids! Marika Tachibana, also known as ‘Mari’ is always filled with positive, optimistic energy… which comes out in the Nendoroid beautifully!

Marika certainly has a very special personality, but the part I really want to point out first…

Is this lovely expression!!

A cute smile with her tongue sticking out!

That playful side of her personality when she is making fun of Raku is captured with this expression nicely!

I think I’d be happy with just this expression, but we’re only just getting started! Let’s take a look at what else she comes with!

This is how she looks from the back! (｡･ω･)ﾉﾞ

The bundles of her hair are quite intricately separated at the back, faithfully keeping to her original design!

Parts of the hair are made from a soft material, making sure they don’t get in the way of posing her shoulders and arms in various ways! Her lovely sailor-type school uniform with a yellow bandana has also been sculpted in lovely detail for fans to enjoy! (｡・д・｡)

The flower in her hair has also been sculpted and painted to look exactly like it did in the series!

The flower even has a slight gradient applied to it to better bring out the flowery appearance! <○><○>

(・∀・) “Let’s take a look at her other expressions and optional parts!” 

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

(・∀・) “Along with the expressions you’ve already shown, she also comes with this charming expression!”

An elegant winking face! (/ω＼。)

(・∀・) “If you pose her with your hand up to her mouth like this, it makes it look like she is giggling to bring out a pose that really suits her!”

The smile shows off some confidence, but also has a very cute side to it! ♥︎

By the way, her skirt looks longer compared to the other girls…?

(・∀・) “It is! The sculpting of the creases in the long skirt also make it look a bit like the skirt is wrapping around her legs!”

Even in Nendoroid size things like the length of the skirt are very carefully considered! ♪

(・∀・) “Moving on… expression number three!”

“W-What do you mean?! I don’t…”

She’s so adorable!! (*´Д｀)♡♡

(・∀・) “As with all the previous Nendoroids in the series, she also comes with an embarrassed expression!”

It’s amazing how much of each of their personality’s comes out in the embarrassed expression!

The difference between Mari’s expressions is quite impressive!
They’re all so different, but all so delicious!  *nom* (○´ㅂ`○) *nom*

(・∀・) “She also comes with four different expression parts, making it slightly more than most Nendoroids! She is well known to cycle between expressions as a character, so it only seemed fair! Simply pick the expression that shows the side of Marika you like best!” 

Wait a second… four different expressions?!
We’ve only seen three! (°Д°；≡°Д°；)

(・∀・) “That’s right! Here is the fourth and final expression… a beaming smile!”

Her smile is so bright and happy!! 

From the mischievous face to a winking face… an embarrassed face and now this amazing smile – there are so many sides of Mari that you can recreate in Nendoroid form! I’m sure this last expression is staring right in the direction of Raku! (‘-‘*)(,_,*)(‘-‘*)(,_,*)

But… what is that shiny thing around her neck?

(・∀・) “Marika also comes with the ‘Promise Key’ from the series!” 

A completely different shape to the one included with Chitoge!

(・∀・) “Once Marika is released, all four of the main heroines in the series will be available as Nendoroids! With the second season of the anime on the way as well, fans have more than enough to look forward to!” 

 The girl with many expressions! ♡

Nendoroid Marika Tachibana

She’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow, the 18th December! ♪

You can find the other Nisekoi characters below!

◇ Nendoroid Chitoge Kirisaki
◇ Nendoroid Kosaki Onodera
◇ Nendoroid Seishiro Tsugumi

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Finally! Don’t forget about the upcoming Live Broadcast!  (｡･ω･)ﾉﾞ

 
■ Date & Time
17th December from 20:00JST

■ URL
http://live.nicovideo.jp/gate/lv203110230

■Contents
◇ This months highlights!

・Nendoroid #500 and GSC’s Japan Factory!
・Nendoroid Archer: Super Movable Edition
・Nendoroid Kokomi and Chloe from Girl Friend Beta
・Nendoroid Noiz!

◇ A look at some upcoming goodies!

・The ‘King of the Court’ in Nendoroid size!
・More KanColle girls coming to take over the Nendo seas!
・The driver of the Ankou Team, finally joining the crew!
・Kirito… from Gungale Online?!
・A Miku illustrated by Risa Ebata!
…and more

◇ Some more info about WonFes!

■ This month’s guest host:
Hamako (Planning Team)

I will also be running another live broadcast on the 22nd December, taking a look at the goods on sale at this Winter’s Comic Market 87 booth! ★

I’ll provide more details about that at a later stage!

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼

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（　・∀・） .。０ (We’re into the last few love broadcasts this year…)
oノ∧つ⊂）
(　（　・∀・）.。０ (…I’ll be sure to make them good ones!! ♪)
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Anyway, see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I spent my whole weekend battling the cold front!
It’s only a matter of time until gloves and earmuffs are needed…!

Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at…

Nendoroid Noiz!

Oooooooooooohhhhhhh!!! ヽ(´ω｀*)ノ

From the popular game ‘DRAMAtical Murder’ comes an adorable Nendoroid of the ‘Rhymer’ who excels at computers and hacking, Noiz! 

Everything that captures his unique look and personality has been carefully preserved on the Nendoroid – from the trademark pin on his hat to the relaxed yet sharp gaze in his eyes. It’s an amazing balance of cute and cool that fits Noiz so nicely!! ♪

This is actually the second Nendoroid from the game, following on from the previously released Nendoroid Aoba! 

This is how he looks from the back! ☆

The details and patterns on his hat and other little accessories are lovely! The lime green and dark blue colors that make up his outfit look just like they did in the game!! ﾍ(ﾟ∀ﾟ*)ﾉ

(・∀・) “We took the separation of colors to the utmost limits for this Nendoroid!”

We’re joined by the figure’s planner, Ohno-shi!

(・∀・) “Aoba also had a very intricate set of paintwork on his outfit, and we wanted to ensure Noiz’s lived up to that same level of quality. Various parts of his outfit feature pin point details too – like the shiny paintwork on the badge, or the paintwork of the sharply sculpted studs on his arms! Each and every part of his outfit was very carefully considered!”

The fluffy looking parts of his hat also look like they really should be soft to the touch! Not to mention the little details on the badges and tie on his chest! Even his shoes are sculpted in lovely detail even in Nendoroid size! (●´ω｀●)

Let’s take a look at his next expression part!

A grinning smile, ready to take on anyone!

What a lovely expression it is! ☆

(・∀・) “Noiz’s eyes were definitely where we spent the most time! We wanted to keep the chibi look of the Nendoroid series, but at the same time we needed to match them on the different expression parts. We tried all sorts of different options, and eventually settled on these eyes – they’re cute, but they definitely still have that Noiz confidence in them as well!”

As, in other words if the eyes on the standard expression were too sharp, then they would end up looking rather strange on this expression! Nendoroid expression can change an unbelievable amount just by changing the size and positioning of the eyes! They really need to be considered carefully to really match up with the character, but still keep the chibi Nendoroid look!  (/ω＼)

(・∀・) “I’m sure fans will enjoy this confident smile though!” 

Hey! His hat is missing!! <○><○>

(・∀・) “That’s right! He comes with alternate hair and head parts that allow you to display him without his hat!”

Oooh! Lovely!! (*´Д｀)=з

His hair has a rather gentle coloring to it underneath the hat! Not to mention the details of the earrings all over his hears!!

(・∀・) “We couldn’t quite include every single earring on the Nendoroid… but we discussed with the publisher which should be left on the Nendoroid! It still keeps that heavily pierced feeling of Noiz, without breaking down the Nendoroid look!”

It’s great to have a publisher willing to help out on decisions like that! He looks great!!
A big thanks to Nitro+CHiRAL!

Moving onto his final expression parts…

Hyahooooooooooooo!!! (´□｀｡)

He looks rather stressed out… as if clicking his tongue in annoyance!

How can an expression like this still look so adorable?! ★

This expression also captures Noiz’s personality nicely! By the way… why wasn’t the name of the third expression in the product introduction text?

(・∀・) “This expression can really be used in so many different ways, it was too hard to name! It could be a sulking face, an embarrassed face or just an annoyed face!”  

Now that you mention it! I guess that’s true!!
It can be used in all sorts of ways!

(・∀・) “He also comes with some rather special parts!”

Oooh! Sitting parts!! (･ω･ﾉ)ﾉ！

(・∀・) “The special parts let you pose him sitting with one leg up in his classic pose!” 

Definitely a sitting pose that would only ever be found with a male character! Lovely! ♥︎

Even though it’s the same expression as before, it definitely looks more like an embarrassed expression this time around! 

(・∀・) “There really are a load of different possibilities for that final expression! Plus in case you missed it… Noiz also comes with a large Usagimodoki which he is using as a chair here! He could be seen throwing it in the forth photo as well if you were paying attention!” 

Usagimodoki  actually appeared a lot in the photos above if you were playing attention! He also comes with a smaller size version as well!

Noiz doesn’t come with computer parts, but if you use some that come with other Nendoroids… 

You can recreate scenes from the game just like this!! ♪

(・∀・) “If you play around with the optional parts you can create some very different atmospheres between the two as well!”

For example…
The exact same pose from two photos ago with different expressions…

This certainly seems like a rather different story to the first photo!

(・∀・) “I’m sure fans can be inspired to make all sorts of fun and interesting situations for Noiz!” 

Filled with detail and charm… be sure to display him with Aoba! ♥︎

Nendoroid Noiz!

He’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow!!

Plus, just like Aoba, the first production run will feature a background from the game used as inner packaging! This means you can use it as a background for the Nendoroid! (σ・∀・)σ

Don’t miss out!! ♪

Winter is here and Chrismas is close on the way! Which means that it’s time for me to change my Twitter header to a new theme! <○><○>

Back at the start of Autumn I got this lovely  header photo from Orchidcat (@OrchidDolls)…

But the time has come for a change of seasons!
Which means I am once again…

Requesting photos for a Winter-themed Twitter header! 

I’m waiting for everyone’s lovely Winter photos!!

It’s that time again~!

Kahotan Station: December Edition

■ Date & Time
17th December from 20:00JST

■ URL
http://live.nicovideo.jp/gate/lv203110230

■Contents
◇ This months highlights!

・Nendoroid #500 and GSC’s Japan Factory!
・Nendoroid Archer: Super Movable Edition
・Nendoroid Kokomi and Chloe from Girl Friend Beta
・Nendoroid Noiz!

◇ A look at some upcoming goodies!

・The ‘King of the Court’ in Nendoroid size!
・More KanColle girls coming to take over the Nendo seas!
・The driver of the Ankou Team, finally joining the crew!
・Kirito… from Gungale Online?!
・A Miku illustrated by Risa Ebata!
…and more

◇ Some more info about WonFes!

■ This month’s guest host:
Hamako (Planning Team)

I will also be running another live broadcast on the 22nd December, taking a look at the goods on sale at this Winter’s Comic Market 87 booth! ★

I’ll provide more details about that at a later stage!

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼

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（　・∀・） .。０ (Preordering…)
oノ∧つ⊂）
(　（　・∀・）.。０ (… is the best way to never miss out! ♪)
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Anyway, see you again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Seeing the hail in Tottori prefecture reminded me of the ‘Ice no Mi’ candy. I still remember when they came in boxes instead of packets!

Anyway! Today I’m going to be taking a look at this Nendoroid from the popular anime Girl Friend Beta…

Nendoroid Kokomi Shiina!♥︎

Oooooooooooohhhh!! ヽ(*´∀｀*)ﾉ

St. Sakura Academy 2nd Year B-Class! The quiet beauty Kokomi Shiina is joining the Nendoroids!

Along with the lovely smile above, she also comes with this expression!

“A-Ah! I’m so sorry! That’s not right! I’m so embarrassed…”

A cute embarrassed expression with a touch of worry in her eyes! 

She also comes with both her school bag and a smaller pink bag to carry, to fully pose her on her way to class!

The chequered pattern on her dress is lovely and detailed, with intricate frills! The golden lining on her blazer also looks lovely- the details on her outfit are such a pleasure to see! (○´Д｀)(´Д｀●）

She also comes with her gymnastics equipment – a ribbon and clubs! 

The soft, loose feeling of the ribbon has been preserved so nicely! 

Looking at her body gives a good idea as to why she is so well-known in the rhythmic gymnastics club! She even lay off her favourite sweet goodies to help keep her proportions for gymnastics! Once she wins I’ll be sure to give her some delicious melon bread!

Anyway, perhaps the most unique thing about this Nendoroid is this rather interesting part…

A voice unit is included!!

The speech bubble beside her is the speech unit, and the lines on the front can be switched out to different lines!

That also of course means there are various lines to be said too! ♪

Which means four of the lines were specially recorded just for the Nendoroid! (OωO )

Plus! Depending on where you order from, the voice unit might include a bonus line as well!! Orders from the GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP as well as from famima.com each include a unique line exclusive to the store, which also comes from the lines collected during the campaign! <○><○>

The game is well known for capturing people with the lovely voices, so it only makes sense that the Nendoroid also allows you to enjoy that part of the series! But there is lots more to enjoy as well!

Just look at this lovely upward gaze…! _:(´ཀ`」 ∠):_

She comes with various parts, allowing you to enjoy all sorts of different poses!

“Sorry, did you wait long?”
“Nope, I just got here. Let’s go home.”

Was the image I made this pose in! I’m sure fans can come up with much more fun and interesting poses to put their ‘Girl Friends’ in! ♪

But Kokomi is not the only one! (｀・ω・´) 

This lovely lady will be going up for preorder at the same time!

Nendoroid Chloe Lemaire! 

St. Sakura Academy 3rd Year A-Class: The Japan loving French lady Chloe Lemaire is also joining the Nendoroids!

She has a similar school uniform, but with a contrasting red color and white knee-high socks! Not to mention her beautiful blond hair! Lemaire also includes her notebook and the pen with a cute little cat character on the top! ε=(｡・д・｡)

She also includes her beret, which can easily be attached and removed! ♥︎

The beret combined with the smiling face gives her a very clear and mature looking appearance! ♪

On the other hand, this expression captures her innocent and playful side!

Chloe is well-known for her sudden spikes of curiosity, and when they come her eyes sparkle with excitement! (｡･ω･)ﾉﾞ

I would be happy to take her to conveyor sushi everyday if I got to see this expression each time!

Oh, by the way! I forgot to mention while introducing Kokomi, but both of them come with two ‘search bar’ parts!

The standard well-known green one, as well as a special orange ‘Good Smile’ one! They are included with both Nendoroids! (´□｀｡)

Chloe also comes with a voice unit! (σ･ω･)σ

The lines play completely randomly, so you can look forward to what she will say next! (●´ω｀●)

Nendoroid Kokomi Shiina &
Nendoroid Chloe Lemaire

They’re up for preorder as of today! ♥︎

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Finally a quick notice! ♪

The ‘Saki Achiga-hen episode of side – A Blu-ray Limited First Edition Special BOX‘ goes on sale from the 18th March 2015, and included in the box is…

Nendoroid Teru Miyanaga!

She even comes with effect parts for more dynamic poses!

Please do note that the mahjong table is not included. It was included with Nendoroid Saki Miyanaga!

Be sure to display the two sisters together though! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

More details here: http://saki-anime.com/achiga/goods/achigabox.php (Japanese)

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼

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（　・∀・） .。０ (Voice Units!)
oノ∧つ⊂）
(　（　・∀・）.。０ (Talking Nendoroids…!!)
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Anyways, see you again tomorrow!!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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