April 3, 2017 by Kahotan

Nendoroid Japan (Hetalia The World Twinkle)

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

The cherry blossoms have finally started to bloom here in Japan! Today is also the day that the new recruits come to join the GSC ranks!! I can’t wait to meet them and see what kind of characters they have ♪

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

Nendoroid Japan!

From the popular anime “Hetalia The World Twinkle” comes a Nendoroid of Japan! He comes with both a modest standard expression as well as an impassioned expression for when he talks about food!

Optional parts include the case for his bamboo sword, his pet dog Pochi-kun as well as some Japanese rice for him to eat and talk about! He also features a special round base decorated with cherry blossoms to bring out the Japanese atmosphere! Be sure to add the shy and somewhat mysterious Japan to your collection!

“I’m so very sorry for troubling you.”

The character who excels at sensing the mood and being overly reserved; the quiet and diligent young man ‘Japan’ is joining the Nendoroid series! His rounded silky looking hair, cute pose with his hands held in front of him as well as the elegant yet dignified look on his face… (*´ｪ`*)

All of his characteristics have been captured in Nendoroid size! ♥

The white uniform he wears has also been sculpted in detail with even the little buttons and collar faithfully represented!

▲ The golden area around the sleeves have a slightly shiny paint! ♪

He also comes with a nice selection of optional parts! Let’s take a look at them! ヽ(●´Д｀●)ﾉ

– Bamboo Sword Case –

This comes with a string that allows him to carry it on his back like above! Note that the actual material of this string to be used on the final product is still under consideration and is likely to change!

This is how he looks carrying it from the front!

▲ The parallel arm makes for a cute pose even when just standing up straight!

– Sitting Parts & Rice Bowl & Chopsticks –

Not only does he comes with chopsticks and a bowl full of rice with an umeboshi on top, but he also comes with sitting parts!! ε=(｡・д・｡)

But that’s not all, he also comes with a passionate expression, perfect for posing him talking about food!! The slight blush on his cheeks, serious eyebrows and square-shaped open mouth make for a rather different impression when compared with the previous face plate!! It’s that contrast that makes it all the more fun though! ♥

The important umeboshi has also been sculpted on top!

▲ I wish I could talk about food while enjoying a meal with him!!

– Pochi-kun –

The somewhat despondent looking eyes of Pochi-kun are perfect!!

The soft and round appearance with little stubbly legs has also all been captured to display together with Japan!

Not only can you display him by his side, but you can also display Nendoroid Japan holding him!

▲ It’s as if he is staring down at Pochi-kun! So cute!!

Although he only comes with two face plates, there are a nice selection of rather large optional parts which allow for all sorts of different scenes and situations!

In addition, he also comes with a special round Nendoroid base that features a cherry blossom design! ✿

Capture the spirit of Japan in cute Nendoroid size!
Nendoroid Japan!

He’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow!!

Keep your eyes on the Good Smile Company official website or Orange Rouge website for more information!!!

In addition, orders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will include a Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Japan as a bonus! ♪

Be sure to consider it when preordering! (∩・∀・)∩

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Planning Team / Kahotan / Twitter ID：@gsc_kahotan
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

March 17, 2017 by Kahotan

Heshikiri Hasebe (Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-)

Today’s Main Feature!

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I’m going to be taking a look at the 1/8th scale…
Heshikiri Hasebe!

From the popular browser and smartphone game ‘Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-‘ comes a 1/8th scale figure of Heshikiri Hasebe based on his standard standing illustration from the game! While he has gentle smile on his face he still retains a calm and composed look, and his deep purple western-style outfit has been faithfully preserved down to the finest of details. The figure is overflowing with charm and will be proud stand by your side, so be sure to add him to your collection!

“Leave it to me. I shall provide only the best possible results.”

The sword who is loyal to his master and will obey any order without hesitation: Heshikiri Hasebe is joining the 1/8th scale Touken Ranbu -ONLINE- figures!

His painted prototype was revealed at the last Wonder Festival, but he is now finally come to the point where preorders are just around the corner!

Since WonFes the sculpt and paintwork have been even more refined to bring out his cool and composed appearance beautifully on the figure!! (｡･ω･)ﾉﾞ

Heshikiri Hasebe’s characteristic outfit and accessories have all been faithfully transformed into figure form. That deep royal purple makes him look so stunning!

▲ The outfit fits him so nicely! It makes him look so ascetic!

The pose is based on his standard illustration from the game and captures that calm, composed and perhaps somewhat stoic appearance together with a nice dynamic feeling that really makes it seem like he is walking forward!

It’s quite hard to put into words, but even though the sculpt captures the soft flow of the fabric as it billows around him, the heavy pull down of the overcoat has also been captured so nicely!

The sculptor this time around was Kohirou! Amazing work that captures the outfit, armor and sword perfectly…

This goes for all of the Touken Ranbu scale figures so far, but there really is something so special about them that makes them really stand out and bring about their own atmosphere even as a figure! It really feels like Heshikiri Hasebe is right beside you!!

It’s just a figure but it’s as if he could be breathing… there is something about him that makes him look so alive!

Also note the thick appearance of his gloves! ♪

Be sure to take a nice close look at each of his little fingers once he joins your collection! ヽ(●´Д｀●)ﾉ

Next let’s take a look at his shoes!!

The leather shoes are not only sculpted beautifully, but the shiny appearance of the leather has been preserved with the paintwork to bring out the texture of the leather!

The way his pants slightly cover the top of the shoes with creases where the shoes match up also show the careful attention to detail! ★

Time for a closer look at his face!!

Those eyes…!

Those eyes capture his loyalty and the line from that I started with the blog with so well: “Leave it to me. I shall provide only the best possible results.”

▲ Those confident eyes and eyebrows look great! ♪

The expression not only makes him look determined and loyal, but the fact that it is also a smile captures his more gentle demeanour as well! I would be so happy to be Heshikiri’s master and have this confident smile to cheer me on each and every day!!

There is still a lot more I want to say, but I’m going to have to leave it at this for now!

I will be taking a much closer look at the figure together with his head planner next week on a love broadcast, so I do hope everyone will tune in to get a closer look!!

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Broadcast URL: http://live.nicovideo.jp/watch/lv293328240
Date/Time: March 21st 2017 at 20:00JST
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We hope to see you there!! ヽ(*´Д｀*)ﾉ
Heshikiri Hasebe!

He’ll be up for preorder from the 22nd March!

Be sure to check the Good Smile Company or Orange Rouge websites for more details once he is up for preorder! ♪

In addition, purchases from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will include a Heshikiri Hasebe Sword Charm as a bonus!!

▲ A little size comparison with his Nendoroid!

Be sure to consider it when preordering! ε=(｡・д・｡)

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Preorder Deadline Notice!

The following products have preorders closing on the 23rd March 2017 at 12:00JST! Don’t miss out!

⇒ Full English Preorder Deadline Schedule

There are quite a few items with GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP Exclusive bonuses as well, so be sure to consider that when preordering!

☆☆FEATURED ITEM☆☆

Nendoroid Victor Nikiforov!

Bonus: Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Victor Nikiforov
Blog Review: Nendoroid Victor Nikiforov (YURI!!! on ICE)

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Planning Team / Kahotan / Twitter ID：@gsc_kahotan
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

February 26, 2017 by Kahotan

Nendoroid Izuminokami Kanesada (Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-)

Greetings everyone! Chan-shuu from Good Smile Company’s planning team here! (@gscs_hirase)

Today I’m going to be taking a look at ORANGE ROUGE‘s…
Nendoroid Izuminokami Kanesada!!

From the popular browser and smartphone game ‘Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-‘ comes a Nendoroid of the awesome and powerful sword Izuminokami Kanesada! He comes with three face plates including a standard expression, a combat expression as well as a smiling expression that fits many of his lines from the game!

His sword can be displayed both sheathed or drawn allowing you to recreate various scenes from the game!! Be sure to add him to your collection together with Nendoroid Horikawa Kunihiro who will be available for preorder at the same time!

“I am Izuminokami Kanesada! I am awesome, powerful and recently one of the most popular swords!”

The sword said to be used by Hijikata Toshizou, the vice-commander of Shinsengumi! Izuminokami Kanesada is joining the Nendoroids!! This is the sixth uchigatana to join the Nendoroid Touken Ranbu -ONLINE- series! The alternating white-blue horizontal stripes on his haori jacket show his association with the Shinsengumi, and also contrasts so nicely with the deep red kimono he is wearing!

▼This is how he looks from the back!

▲Such lovely lustrous hair!!

From the front his hair already looks magnificent, but from the back you can see all the way down to the tips which really show off just how much volume his hair has!! The red string that ties to two sides together in the middle has also been faithfully included, giving a little touch of cuteness to the manly Izuminokami! (*´ω｀*)

▼Note the details on his equipment and accessories!

▲The earrings, back of his hand and the armor around his hips!

He has rather fancy earrings and although they are tiny in Nendoroid size that have been carefully sculpted to look just as they do in his original designs! The covers on the back of his hand and the various shapes and patterns on the tassets and area around his hips are also amazingly intricate!

▲ The details on the tip of the scabbard! (ﾟＡﾟ;)

This really is challenging the limits of the amount of detail we can put onto Nendoroids! Such tiny little details are often omitted from the Nendoroid designs, but Izuminokami is too awesome to not include as much as possible!!

▼ The haori jacket features articulation!

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▲This allows for more dynamic poses!

Normally the haori sticks directly to the shape of his body, but this movement allows you to pose him with it fluttering around him which can make for some really epic poses that suit an epic character! The kanji on the back of the hoari reads ‘Truth’ – a symbol of the shinsengumi!

▼Time for some combat poses!

▲”Alright, let’s get this started!“

His combat expression has gritted teeth and one eye shut! He looks to be having quite a rough battle!

▼ Combat Pose #2!

▲ Swinging downward!

The various included parts allow for all sorts of different posing opportunities! You can see the haori jacket is posed quite opened out for this display!

▼As usual…

▲ The base features his emblem!

This is the same style as all the previously released Touken Ranbu Nendoroids!

▼Nendoroid Horikawa Kunihiro will also be up for preorder at the same time!

▲Izuminokami Kanesada’s reliable partner Horikawa Kunihiro!

He’ll be introduced on the blog on the 5th March!!

Anyway, that’s all from me today! I hope to see you all again soon! (・ω・)ノシ

Planning Division / Chan-shuu / Twitter ID：＠gscs_hirase
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

December 22, 2016 by Kahotan

Nendoroid Sayo Samonji (Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-)

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Thanks to everyone who just tuned in to the live broadcast!
Today I’m going to be taking a look at…

Nendoroid Sayo Samonji!

From the popular browser and smartphone game ‘Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-‘ comes a Nendoroid of the sword who has dedicated his life to revenge, Sayo Samonji! He comes with three face plates including his standard expression, a combat expression as well as an embarrassed expression based on the illustration used for the one year anniversary illustration.

His sword can be displayed both sheathed or drawn, and he comes with both his unique hat as well as a persimmon fruit which he can hold. Special stickers to display him injured are also included allowing for all sorts of situations! Be sure to add him to your collection!

“Is there someone… you want to take revenge on?”

The youngest of the three ‘unlucky brothers’, Sayo Samonji is joining the Nendoroids! His sharp, serious eyes as well as his unique outfit and tie in his hair… everything about his character has been carefully converted into Nendoroid size and it suits the design so nicely! (∩・∀・)∩

Even the dog-shaped plate on his knee has been faithfully sculpted onto the Nendoroid! Not to mention the accessories around his chest and hips!

Also note the left sleeve mostly covered up by his outfit!

In order to change this part from a straight arm to a bent arm you need to first remove the straight arm from the blue part and switch it our for the bent arm! This might make more sense if you can see the parts! (｡･ω･)ﾉﾞ

I hope you see what I’m trying to get across here!

Even though the sleeves are mostly covered up by the blue part, there are special upper arm parts made to differentiate the position of the tear in the sleeve depending on whether you make use of the bent arm or the straight arm!! Talk about being attentive to details!! ε=(｡・д・｡)

His rather characteristic hat is included and the straps of the hat are made of rubber to prevent them getting in the way of any poses!

In addition, his stand comes with a special attachment part to hold the hat up ensuring there isn’t too much of a burden on the figure due to the large hat!

Anyway, moving on to his face plates – along with the standard expression we have used up until now he also comes with a combat expression!

Even sharper eyes and gritted teeth! He isn’t going to let his opponent get away without revenge!

Even as a Nendoroid he has a nice quick and nimble appearance to him!

Moving onto his third expression…

An embarrassed expression with blushing cheeks!

The eyes are also looking a little upward which suits the fact that he is a short character, as it makes it look like he is looking up at his big brothers… expressions like this make it so easy for the imagination to run wild!

You’ll also notice he is holding a persimmon fruit which is also included! The fruit comes from his uchiban outfit from the game! ♪

Plus as you may have noticed his hat can be removed!

But that’s not all! He also comes with alternate hair parts which allow you to display him wearing the hat as well!! (●‘∀‘●)ﾉ”

▲ The alternate parts are slightly flatter to stop the hat bumping against them!

By the way, the back hair is also fitted with joints!

▲ Simply match the hair to your pose! ♥

The front of his hair is also sculpted with a slightly dynamic appearance which makes it look a bit like the wind is blowing through it, which really helps to bring action scenes to life!

▲ He is so enjoyable to look at from any angle!

His base is round with his emblem on it, just like the previous Touken Ranbu Nendoroids! ♪

▲ The hat is bigger than his base!

As if all this wasn’t enough, he also comes with a set of ‘injured stickers’!

▲ You’ll have to stick these on yourself if you want to use them!

Be sure to add the short sword to your collection!

Nendoroid Sayo Samonji!

He will be up for preorder from next week on the 26th December at 12:00JST!!

Purchases of this item from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will include a Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Sayo Samonji One Year Anniversary Illustration Ver. as a bonus!

*The strap design will be revealed at a later date!

Be sure to consider it when preordering! ♪

In addition, we also have the usual Nendoroid Pouch: Sleeping Bag (Sayo Samonji Ver.) which will be available for order at the same time!

Make sure you don’t miss out! ヽ(ﾟ∀ﾟヽ三ﾉﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾉ

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GSC will be at Comiket 91 this weekend!

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Comic Market 91

▼ Dates
29th December 2016 ~ 31st December 2016


▼ Time
29th/30th Dec: 10:00 ~ 17:00
31st Dec: 10:00 ~ 16:00


▼ Location
Tokyo Big Sight


▼ Booth
3253 Good Smile Company
*Located in the West 4th Floor 3rd Hall

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Various items including exclusives will be on sale at the event!

⇒ Booth Details

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（・∀・）　(See all the Touken Ranbu products handled by GSC…)
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(（・∀・）　.｡oO（… over on the Touken Ranbu Page!)
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Planning Team / Kahotan / Twitter ID：@gsc_kahotan
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

November 23, 2016 by Kahotan

Nendoroid Co-de Mikazuki Munechika: Uchiban Co-de

Greetings everyone! Chan-shuu from Good Smile Company’s planning team here! (@gscs_hirase)

A new cat cafe has opened up right close to the GSC Offices and they have large glass window at the front. Every time I walk past I get to look at all the kitties and feel all warm and fuzzy inside!

Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at another of the ORANGE ROUGE items that is currently up for preorder!

Nendoroid Co-de Mikazuki Munechika: Uchiban Co-de!

From the popular browser and smartphone game ‘Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-‘ comes a Nendoroid Co-de of the most beautiful of the Five Great Swords – Mikazuki Munechika in his ‘Uchiban’ outfit for helping out around the citadel!

The dark blue outfit comes with a yellow bandana which contrasts beautifully to show off the great sword’s beauty even in work clothes! Be sure to add him to your collection!

“Hmm, work in the fields? How exactly does one use this tool?”

Nendoroid Mikazuki Munechika was in fact the first ever Nendoroid in the Touken Ranbu series, and now he is back again wearing his Uchiban outfit as a member of the Nendoroid Co-de series!!

The dark blue outfit and lovely contrasting yellow bandana make for a rather different, more composed appearance compared to his standard Nendoroid! His expression looks straight ahead with a gentle smile!

▼ How he looks from the back!

▲ The tie of the bandana and towel on his neck are so cute! ♪

Also note the few tufts of hair that overlap onto the banner, as well as the slight nuances on the fingers of his left hand!

▼But what exactly is a Nendoroid Co-de?

▲ To put it as simple as possible, they are Nendoroids that are in a fixed pose! They can simply be removed from the packaging and displayed as is! However the head parts are exactly the same as standard Nendoroids allowing them to be moved around like above!

▲ The fact that they are the same faces and standard Nendoroids also means that you can exchange the face plates with standard Nendoroids as well! Here we have the combat expression of Nendoroid Mikazuki Munechika placed on the Nendoroid Co-de version for a bit of a change! ♪

My photos today are also making use of this lovely background set!

▲In my last blog I took a closer look at the Nendoroid Playset #02: Japanese Life Set B – Guestroom Set and today I’m going to be taking a look at the Nendoroid Playset #02: Japanese Life Set A – Dining Set!

▼This set comes with these items!▼

▲Dining table, cushion and some Japanese-style food!

▲ A chest of drawers and wooden bear sculpture give impeccable taste!

The dining table can also be folded up and stored like the above, and the sliding doors can actually be opened and closed!

▼ Plus making use of the special attachment parts…

▲ You can combine the A and B sets into a single room!

▲More than enough space to have the sleeping bag out for a nap in!

▲I also recommend this item to bring out the Japanese style! ↓

▲The Bonsai Miniature Series from Platz Hobby! Mikazuki seems most impressed with the detail!! These bonsais come as complete products such as those on the left and as plastic models to build like the one on the right! ♪

Nendoroid Co-de Mikazuki Munechika: Uchiban Co-de!

CURRENTLY UP FOR PREORDER!

Plus orders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will also include…

This Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Mikazuki Munechika: Uchiban Co-de Ver. as a bonus!! Be sure to consider it when preordering!! ╭( ･ㅂ･)و ̑̑

Plus don’t forget that…

▲ Nendoroid Yamanbagiri Kunihiro is currently up for preorder too!

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Check out the links below for updates!

★ ORANGE ROUGE Official Site
http://orangerouge.com/en/

★ Touken Ranbu Product Collection
http://www.goodsmile.info/en/toukenranbu

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Anyway, that’s all from me today! I hope to see you all again soon! (・ω・)ノシ

Planning Division / Chan-shuu / Twitter ID：＠gscs_hirase
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

November 13, 2016 by Kahotan

Nendoroid Yamanbagiri Kunihiro (Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-)

Greetings everyone! I have recently discovered that wrapping up one’s face is very useful for stopping the cold! Chan-shuu from Good Smile Company’s planning team here! (@gscs_hirase)

Today I’m going to be taking a look at the most recent addition to ORANGE ROUGE’s Touken Ranbu -ONLINE- Nendoroid line-up…

Nendoroid Yamambagiri Kunihiro!

From the popular browser and smartphone game ‘Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-‘ comes a Nendoroid of the powerful sword who thinks too little of himself – Yamambagiri Kunihiro!

He comes with three face plates including his standard expression, a combat expression as well as an embarrassed expression based on his line “Don’t call me pretty!”. Additionally, his sword can be displayed both sheathed or drawn allowing for various different situations. Be sure to add him to your collection!

“I… am no fake.”

The uchigatana that is more than strong enough but has a bit of a self-esteem issue is joining the Nendoroid series! The cloth he has wrapped around his body and head has been faithfully included and specially designed to not get in the way of the articulation allowing for all sorts of different poses while still keeping the unique shape of his character!

If you look close you’ll also notice that his pants and the cloth have been sculpted with slight damages to them, keeping even the smallest details in tact on the Nendoroid – you can even see the small little hole in the hood near his right eye!

▼ This is how he looks from the back!

▲ Note the edge of the cloak!

The damaged appearance as well as the slight change in color along the edges with a gentle gradient helps to capture the appearance from the original illustration quite nicely! There is a parting line on the back on the prototype, but this line is planned to be removed from the actual version!

▼ Next up we have a combat pose!

▲ A confident expression for combat!

This expression is based on the combat illustration from the game and makes use of his ‘combat’ expression! Compared to his standard expression he suddenly looks a lot more determined and ready for a battle!! (;ﾟ∀ﾟ)=3

Also note the details on his outfit, such as the white stripes on his jacket that go all the way along to his back! Each with two lines each time!! The intricate pattern on the tassets have also been carefully converted into Nendoroid size!

▲ Battle Pose #2!

Like the previous Touken Nendoroids you can choose to display Yamambagiri with his sword drawn or sheathed! This also means that you can display him with his right hand holding the sword and his left hand holding the scabbard – it makes it look like he has just drawn his sword for a fight!

▼ Next up we have his third expression…

▲ An Embarrassed Expression!

The way he is averting his eyes with a slight blush… it captures the line “Don’t call me pretty!” perfectly!! This expression isn’t actually seen in the game, and was just based on that specific line!(*´ω｀*)

▲The hood comes in a second version!

This alternate version allows you to cover up more of his face which works together with the embarrassed expression so nicely! The way he is just peeking out slightly shows his embarrassment all the more!

▲ A base with Yamambagiri’s symbol!

Just like all the previously released Nendoroids from Touken Ranbu, Yamambagiri comes with a special base that features his sword symbol printed on the top!

By the way, you may have noticed that today’s review featured some amazing Japanese-themed Nendoroid-sized backgrounds! This is thanks to this amazing playset that went up for rerelease today!

Due to popular demand, the Nendoroid Playset #02: Japanese Life Set A – Dining Set and Nendoroid Playset #02: Japanese Life Set B – Guestroom Set are both being rereleased!! They suit the Touken Ranbu Nendoroid so well!

▼ The B set has all sorts of items! ▼

▲ Pot, katana with scabbard and stand and metal basin

▲ Plate with dango x2, teapot, teacup, cushion!

▲ You can create various different scenes with different combinations of the parts, and the sword can also be removed from the scabbard! There are also left and right hand heart parts to hold some of the items, but note that some Nendoroids won’t be able to use these hand parts!

▲ A hidden door in the wall! The sliding door also opens!!

As you can see there are all sorts of fun ways to enjoy the set, and they come with so many fun options for a very reasonable price from Phat! Company! Check out the product page for more details!!

▶ Nendoroid Playset #02: Japanese Life Set B – Guestroom Set

▼ But that’s not all!

▲ Nendoroid Co-de Mikazuki Munechika: Uchiban Co-de

This new Nendoroid Co-de is also up for preorder now!! I will be taking a closer look at him as well as the Nendoroid Playset #02: Japanese Life Set A – Dining Set at a later stage, so stay tuned for that!

Nendoroid Yamambagiri Kunihiro!

UP FOR PREORDER NOW!

Plus, orders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will also include this as a bonus!!

▲ Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Yamambagiri Kunihiro “Don’t Call Me Pretty!” Ver.

Last but not least, we also have this Nendoroid Pouch: Sleeping Bag (Yamambagiri Kunihiro Ver.) up for preorder at the same time!

▲ A nice warm place to keep your Nendoroid Yamambagiri Kunihiro safe!

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Check out the links below for updates!

★ ORANGE ROUGE Official Site
http://orangerouge.com/en/

★ Touken Ranbu Product Collection
http://www.goodsmile.info/en/toukenranbu

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Anyway, that’s all from me today! I hope to see you all again soon! (・ω・)ノシ

Planning Division / Chan-shuu / Twitter ID：＠gscs_hirase
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

November 7, 2016 by Kahotan

Nendoroid Tetsuro Kuroo (Haikyu!!)

Today’s Main Feature!

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I’m going to be taking a look at…

Nendoroid Tetsuro Kuroo!

From ‘Haikyu!!’, the popular volleyball manga series with a third anime season currently airing, comes a Nendoroid of Nekoma High Boys’ Volleyball Club’s captain known as the “Calm and Collected Tactician” – Tetsuro Kuroo! He comes with three face plates including a standard expression, a grinning expression with sharp eyes as well as the malicious smile he had when handshaking the captain of the Karasuno High Volleyball Club’s captain.

The Nendoroid allows you to recreate a number of memorable scenes from the series and also comes with a volleyball as well as a special base made in the image of a volleyball court. Optional parts include a team jersey that can be worn over his shoulders as well as a calico cat! Be sure to display him with the other characters from the series and recreate all sorts of different scenes!

“We are the blood of the team. We keep flowing, providing oxygen so that the ‘brain’ can function normally.”

The Nekoma High Boys’ Volleyball Club’s captain, Tetsuro Kuroo is joining the Nendoroids!! His sharp gaze to eye down his opponents, the aloof mouth and that rather messy hairstyle that looks a bit like bed hair have all been faithfully sculpted in Nendoroid size!

▲ That haughty look is so perfect!!

He is also the 10th Nendoroid from Haikyu!!

⇒ Haikyu!! Nendoroids

Let’s take a look at the different face plates he comes with! (｡･ω･)ﾉﾞ

Along with the standard expression that looks ready to take on anything, he also comes with this expression from when he first shook hands with Daichi from Kurasano High’s team…

This malicious smile! (´□｀｡)

Plus, if you look on the outstretched hand part you’ll notice there is a little something to show that this isn’t a genuine smile…

…! (°Д°；≡°Д°；)

He might be smiling, but there is a lot of power being put into that hand!

Moving onto the third expression which is an expression perfect for posing him in a volleyball match – a grinning expression with serious, sharp eyes! (/ω＼)

Normally a ‘grinning’ expression is more of a cute, smiling expression… but in Kuro’s case it just shows his determination to win the battle!!!

He normally looks so calm and collected, but this expression shows his passion for the game once things get started!

The various expressions allow you to enjoy all sorts of different sides of Kuroo’s personality! (｡･ω･)ﾉﾞ

In addition, he also comes with his team jersey which he can wear over his shoulders!

Combined with the folded arm pose you can pose him as if just before a game starts – such an intimidating look!

▲ The back has the ‘NEKOMA’ logo! ♡

Plus as with the other Haikyu!! Nendoroids he also comes with a special rectangular base with a volleyball court design, as well as…

A calico cat!!

The perfect friend to display with the black cat that included with Nendoroid Kenma Kozume! Look how cute they all look together!! ♡

▲ The neck and tail can be moved around for slight changes in pose! ☆

Be sure to add the cute captain of Nekoma High’s Team to your collection!

Nendoroid Tetsuro Kuroo!

He’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow!

Plus, orders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will include a Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Tetsuro Kuroo – Calm and Collected Tactician Ver. as a bonus!

Be sure to consider it when preordering! ☆

Plus we also have other Haikyu!! related products up for preorder tomorrow!

Nendoroid More: Haikyu!! Face Parts Case: Karasuno High & Nendoroid More: Haikyu!! Face Parts Case: Nekoma High

*Face Plates are not included.

Both face parts cases are based on the colors and image of the uniforms for each team! The Karasuno High version is based on the bear shape, while the Nekoma High version has a kitty shape! ★

▲ A look from the back!

Great items to keep your unused Haikyu!! face plates safe while also looking so cute!! ♪

Be sure to check out the Good Smile Company website tomorrow for more information tomorrow! Look out for more Haikyu! figure news soon!! (∩・∀・)∩

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English Updates: @gsc_kevin

October 21, 2016 by Kahotan

Monoyoshi Sadamune (Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-)

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I can’t remember the last time I tried looking for a four-leaf clover. I still remember giving up on finding one and instead making a flower crown out of white clovers when I was much younger!

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

The 1/8th Scale….
Monoyoshi Sadamune!

From the popular browser and smartphone game ‘Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-‘ comes a 1/8th scale figure of Monoyoshi Sadamune based on his standard standing illustration from the game! His gentle expression, nimble hands and feet, soft curly hair and various other details have all been faithfully included for the perfect rendition of Monoyoshi Sadamune – the sword said to bring good luck. Be sure to add him to your collection!

“My name is Monoyoshi Sadamune! Allow me to bring you some good luck!”

A scale figure of the short sword that brings good luck and likes to help out – Monoyoshi Sadamune! ♡

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The white areas of his outfit have feature a lovely pearl paint that makes him stand out so beautifully. The frills on his collar, the unique sleeves and creases all over the outfit have all been sculpted so carefully to create this light, gentle sculpt that suits Monoyoshi so very well!

The slightest little ups and downs have been faithfully sculpted on areas such as the armor on his shoulders and arms, and the black areas contrast so nicely with the white. Once the gold areas are added in as well the whole design jumps to live with such a majestic, gorgeous appearance! ♪

This is how he looks from the back!

Such soft, silky looking hair and a beautiful body line…!

While the figure is in a rather simple standing pose, the detail put into the outfit, accessories and pose create a lovely dynamic effect that makes the figure look like it could just jump to life! (‘-‘*)(,_,*)(‘-‘*)(,_,*)

▲ Personally I love the slack area of hit skirt around the hips!

All the small details of his hair have also been included, from the way each of the curls comes out to the soft, fine appearance of the hair! Such a pleasure to look at! ♡

▲ The color of the hair is so perfect from this angle

Another detail that can’t be ignored… (/ω＼)

The pattern of the fabric around his legs!

The original design from the illustration has been captured in perfect details, plus you can see the pattern all the way to the back as well! (｡･ω･)ﾉﾞ ~~I get the feeling this is going to be quite a mission for mass production!~~

Another impressive detail is the attention to detail of the boots! The way they are tied up makes it really look like the laces are pulling tightly on the lovely white boots, and the overall sculpt really makes you imagine that their is a foot inside the shoes!

▲ The slightly loose look of the socks too!!

When it comes to transforming an illustration into a figure it can often be very difficult to keep the same feeling of the illustration… but that is one thing that Max Factory’s sculptor Nanako is amazing at accomplishing!

The previously released Tsurumaru Kuninaga was also sculpted by Nanako, and also captured the atmosphere so perfectly! ヽ(*´Д｀*)ﾉ

▲ 1/8th Scale Tsurumaru Kuninaga – August 2016

Anyway, let’s get back to Monoyoshi with a closer up of his lovely face! ♪

Such an innocent, polite looking smile that captures his personality so nicely!! I feel luckier just knowing he is standing beside me looking on with this expression! (´□｀｡)

Be sure the prince of good luck to your collection and enjoy him from any angle you please!

Monoyoshi Sadamune!

He is currently up for preorder! ♥

⇒ PRODUCT DETAILS
⇒ SPECIAL PAGE WITH 360° VIEWER

Plus, orders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will include a Monoyoshi Sadamune Sword Charm as a bonus! Be sure to consider it when preordering!

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English Updates: @gsc_kevin

October 3, 2016 by Kahotan

Nendoroid Co-de: Koji Mihama, Hiro Hayami & Kaduki Nishina (KING OF PRISM by PrettyRhythm)

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Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I’ going to be taking a look at the latest in the Nendoroid Co-de series, the members of…
Over The Rainbow!

Left: Nendoroid Co-de Kaduki Nishina
Center: Nendoroid Co-de Koji Mihama
Right: Nendoroid Co-de Hiro Hayami

From the hit anime movie ‘KING OF PRISM by PrettyRhythm’ come Nendoroid Co-de of Kaduki Nishina, Koji Mihana and Hiro Hayami – all three members of Edel Rose’s top-class Prism Star Unit ‘Over The Rainbow’. The Prism Star outfits that shines during their performances on the Prism Show stage has been carefully converted into Nendoroid size.

*Each sold separately.

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From the anime film that gained fans all over the world and has a sequel coming out in June 2017, KING OF PRISM by PrettyRhythm comes Nendoroid Co-de figures of the three OVER THE RAINBOW members! The different colored headphones and semi-matching outfits that each have a white mix with their image color have all been adorably converted into Nendoroid size!

Let’s take a closer look at each of them!

– The Absolute Idol –

Nendoroid Co-de Hiro Hayami

Even as a Nendoroid Co-de his smile is so bright and priceless!!

His silky looking hair and the little details on his outfit such as the creases have been beautifully sculpted! I want to prepare a yellow rose specially for him!

– The Song Writing Prodigy –

Nendoroid Co-de Koji Mihama

Such a refined smile from the prodigy who excels at writing songs that attract so many fans!

His guitar is also included in such lovely detail along with a little guitar pick!! The tied up part on the back of his hair is a separate part that can be moved around for slightly different nuances too!

– The Idol of the Streets –

Nendoroid Co-de Kaduki Nishina

That playful winking expression captures his personality so perfectly!

The energetic pose that gives a little peek at his belly button is cute, but at the same time his masculine features have also been nicely preserved on the Nendoroid design! (；ω；)

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Nendoroid Co-de are fully compatible with Nendoroid bodies, which means you can also combine these Nendoroid Co-de figures with items from the Nendoroid More series, for example…

Nendoroid Co-de Hiro Hayami
x Nendoroid More: Dress Up Wedding

▲ Tuxedo Type: Sacred White

Nendoroid Co-de Koji Mihama
x Nendoroid More: Dress Up Wedding

▲ Tuxedo Type: Stylish Gray

Nendoroid Co-de Kaduki Nishina
x Nendoroid More: Dress Up Cheerleaders

▲ Secret: Cheering Party Leader

Those looking to get their hands on the Nendoroid More: Dress Up Wedding or Cheerleaders can find them at Machi Asobi Vol. 17 or at New York Comic Con 2016!

Be sure to add the OVER THE RAINBOW members to your collection!! ♡

Nendoroid Co-de: Koji Mihama / Hiro Hayami / Kaduki Nishina

Up for preorder from tomorrow!!

Keep your eyes on the GSC Website and ORANGE ROUGE website for more details!!

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English Updates: @gsc_kevin

September 4, 2016 by Kahotan

Shishiou

Greetings everyone!
Chan-shuu from Good Smile Company’s planning team here! (@gscs_hirase)

With big Summer event rush is almost coming to a close, and I’m already ready to start saving up for the next set of events! But anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at…

The 1/8th Scale Shishiou!

From the popular browser and smartphone game ‘Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-‘ comes a 1/8th scale figure of Shishiou based on his standard standing pose from the game.
His powerful yet slim legs, long wavering cape blowing in the wind, the even the nue creature on his back have been faithfully sculpted and painted to create a perfect rendition of Shishiou and all his charms in figure form. Be sure to add him to your collection!

“Just leave it to me, the great Shishiou!”

As with the previous scale figures from Touken Ranbu -ONLINE- the figure is posed in his standard illustration from the game!

▼This is how he looks from the back!

▲ The ‘nue’ has such an incredible presence!

The nue is one of the most characteristic elements of Shishiou – the mysterious creature that rests on his shoulder with an undeniable presence! You can see from the back that the nue covers up around half of Shishiou’s body – it’s not a small creature! ( ･`ω･´)

▲Such a youthful, confident expression!

Shishiou’s young, innocent look has been preserved so nicely on the figure, with the gentle grin as well as a gleam of light that fills his eyes with confidence all faithfully included on the design! His rather unique hairstyle and the back tie-up of his hair really bring out his stylish side!!

△ This angle just blocks off his eyes, but still shows the lovely grin that shows off his teeth giving him a bit of a mischievous look!

▼Next let’s take a look at his body!

▲Large buttons and an emblem!

Shishiou’s sword crest shines beautifully on his chest, and the four golden buttons on his outfit also really catch the eye! The buttons are not just painted with a flat gold, but in fact have a very slight light-dark gradient to make them look even more shiny!! He really is such a work of art! (;゜∀゜)=3

▲ The red armor on his left arm!

It looks so awesome!! I would seriously try and wear this myself if it actually existed! The slightly more vibrant crimson rope tied around the middle is a similar color to the armor itself yet it still makes such a lovely accent.

▲ Nue & Sword!

A more direct look at the nue’s face! Just seeing this would probably make me run away from the battle before it even began! ((((；゜Д゜))))

Just as you’d expect from a ‘black-laquered’ sword, it has a lovely shiny lacquered appearance and a high-class black color that suits Shishiou so beautifully!

▲ Lovely long legs!

The curves from his thighs down to his toes have such lovely proportions, an the difference between the covered leg and the bare leg make for a lovely point of contrast! Note the ankle of the right foot and then move over to the left and enjoy the amazing sculpt of the creases in the material!!

△ The armor on his right knee is similar in design to the left elbow armor. The various textures you can experience really make the figure such a pleasure to look at!

▲ His cloak blowing in the wind! ♪

The sculpt makes it really look like the wind is gently blowing the cloak up in the air, giving you a little peek at the material on the inside of the cloak! It’s a little hard to tell from this angle, but the yellow rope tied around his hips also makes use of a gradient paint job! The ever so slight gradients give the figure a little extra depth that really helps them to stand out!

▼Here I went out for a walk with Shishiou! ♪

△ Cheers with some orange juice ! (≧ω≦*)

△ Taking a break in the shade on a hot Summer’s day.

▼The 1/8th Scale Shishiou…

IS CURRENTLY UP FOR PREORDER!

Plus, orders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will also include this item as a bonus!

▲ A Shishiou Sword Charm!╭( ･ㅂ･)و ̑̑

Make sure you don’t miss out!! Preorders close on the 21th September 2016 (Wed) at 21:00JST!

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– Other Websites to Check –

★ ORANGE ROUGE OFFICIAL SITE
★ GSC-DISTRIBUTED TOUKEN RANBU FIGURES

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English Updates: @gsc_kevin