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The GSC-Tetsujin Cafe will be at Kyomaf!

Halloween has come early!!


Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

When I arrived at the office entrance today, I was met with some rather early Halloween decorations!

I’ve always been a fan of going to Disneyland during the Halloween season, I wonder if I can make it this time… ー(ΦωΦ)ﾌﾌﾌ…

But that aside, today I’ll be taking a more detailed look at an event that starts tomorrow…

The Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2013


Event Details: Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2013 Official Site

The largest anime and manga event in Western Japan! There will be various goods on sale, cast talk shows and concerts from various series and even business-related discussions at the event! There will also be smaller events going on all around the event hall as well! (ΦωΦ)

Personally the Magic Knight Rayearth and Card Captor Sakura screening sessions are calling out to me!!

Plus, GSC will be joining the event as the GSC-Tetsujin Cafe! ﾍ(ﾟ∀ﾟ*)ﾉ

The lovely drinks modeled off each character’s soul gems will be on sale! ♪


The pink Kyubey curry and a lovely Madoka dessert will also be available!


Depending on what you order, you’ll also receive a special extra!♪

– Placemat –

– Coaster –

More information can be found here: http://www.kyomaf.jp/public/foods.html

This all reminds me that just the other day, the new Puella Magi in the upcoming Madoka Movie was announced! Nagisa Momoe! I can’t wait to see the movie!!

Also… now that I’m thinking about Kyoto, I also can’t help but think of the currently airing anime series, uchoten-kazoku!

Good Smile is involved as one of the series board members! (｀・ω・´)ｼｬｷｰﾝ

You can find the series’ official site here! ♪
Lat week’s episode made me fall in love with Kaisei even more than ever before! This week’s episode is titled ‘The Secret Ways of Ebisugawa Soun’ – I can’t wait! ♥♡♥

Along with a stage event based around the series, there will also be various goods from the series on sale! There is even a T-shirt that fans are sure to fall in love with… you can find more details over on the Kyomaf Official Goods Page or the uchoten-kazoku Official Site.

I’m sure those of you who have visited or live in Kyoto will know, but the degree to which the series recreates the appearance and atmosphere of Kyoto is simply fantastic! I actually used the shopping street near Akadama-sensei’s home all the time while I was in university! You really could get hold of almost anything there, and there was a delicious confectionery store just at the entrance! ﾍ(ﾟ∀ﾟ*)ﾉ

The place where the mother was playing billiards is actually a cafe, but it still gave me such a nostalgic feeling to see it all in the anime! It was captured so nicely!

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Anyway, moving on… the Madoka Kaname: Maiko Ver. which I introduced the other day is going to be on sale that the ANIPLEX+ store from this weekend!


But I also need to make an apology to everyone!

=== Flashback ===
(・∀・Oda-P) “Hey! Your blog on Madoka the other day…”
(　・ω・) “Mmm? What about it?”
(・∀・Oda-P) “Well, I kinda found a bit of a error…”

((((;ﾟ;Д;ﾟ;)))) H-Huh?!

(・∀・Oda-P) “The sash clip isn’t a star, it’s a bellflower!”

Aaaahhh—<(llﾟ◇ﾟll)>—!!!!!

Sorry everyone!! Recent kimonos always have so many shiny bits and when I saw the clip I didn’t even think! I just assumed they were stars! ><
The bellflower is one of the seven flowers of autumn!
It means ‘Gentle Love” in the language of flowers!
It’s also Madoka’s sash clip!!

Apologies to all the readers who picked it up, and thanks to those who pointed it out! For more details on how to purchase this Madoka: Maiko Ver., be sure to check the official product page!

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Phew… I didn’t think it would be so hard to introduce events I can’t attend…! (´；ω；｀)ﾌﾞﾜｯ

However… let me take that energy and use it for something useful… like sneaking into the production studios!!

I’m sure I can find something interesting in here…
(　　　)ｫ…(　 *ﾟ)ｫｵ!( *ﾟ∀)ｵ!!(*ﾟ∀ﾟ*) Ooh!!!

For all of you who read through the whole of today’s blog, I leave you with some bonus shots! ☆

Ta-da!! (・∀・)

She has been painted!! Nendoroid Mayoi Hachikuji!! ♪


Her first debut in painted form!! (・ω<)★

Unfortunately she is still going though some final checks, so I can only show her from the back for now… but as you can see her giant backpack has been faithfully sculpted! Even the name tag!!

Plus this pose…!! （゜∀゜）

I’ll be taking a closer look when I get the chance! ♥

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Finally! As I’m sure many of you have noticed!
The header of the blog has been changed!!
ヽ(･ω･´(｀･ω･´)ﾉ｀･ω･)ﾉ

This lovely illustration is by none other than CHANxCO! ♥ The somewhat lonely looking header has finally been replaced with a super cute image! ☆

She’s too cute… I will have to consider her my alternate self…
I’ll call her… Top-ko!

The GSC Lab also got a new header as well, illustrated by Tomoko Fujinoki!

It might be in Japanese only, but I still recommend checking out the GSC Lab blog once in awhile! (・∀・)

You can find the blog here! Today’s post is part of a series about Murakami and his journey across Japan with Mikudayo! ♪

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼

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（ ´・ω・)　　.。0○（Hmm… I’ll just have to pretend I’m at Kyomaf! ）
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Anyway, I hope everyone has a good weekend!
I’ll be visiting Nakano and Maihama to help out at figure exhibits!
Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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1/8th Scale Racing Miku 2012 ver.

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

The other day when I was at Magical Mirai 2013, I met the lovely race queens of the GSR team! ♡

They’re wearing the 2013 ver. Racing Miku outfit, but there is of course another race queen in the 2012 outfit who is scheduled to start shipping out from GSC on the 11th September!

1/8th Scale Racing Miku 2012 ver.! ♪

‘GSR&Studie with TeamUKYO’ is a racing team that took part in the 2012 season SUPER GT300. The official mascot of the team, ‘Racing Miku’ was designed by GAN, and has now been transformed into a 1/8th scale figure for fans to enjoy! It’s a figure filled with highlights such as her unique transparent costume, detailed paintwork throughout the figure, and the dynamic sculpting of her hair!

She’s so adorable!! ♡♥♡

I personally love her shiny looking eyes!

Her long, flowing twin tails are also beautiful!


The figure makes use of very soft, pastel colors which give her a very gentle appearance! The box also makes use of similar light colors! ー(*´Д`)


The curves from her bottom up her back are lovely!!
Look for yourself!! ＜●＞＜●＞


The opening around her belly button is also lovely!!
Look for yourself!! ＜●＞＜●＞


It was hard to resist rubbing my finger along the smooth looking skin…


Although she has quite a childish expression, her slender build together with the twisting of the body and outfit make for a very sexy looking side to the figure as well!


She also gets top points for her bottom!

The joining point between her thighs and her bottom is quite the view!
She truly is the songstress of the racing circuit!

1/8th Scale Racing Miku 2012 ver.!


She’ll be shipping out from GSC from the 11th September!

Plus I have two other notices from Good Smile Racing! ☆

This weekend on the 7th and 8th of September is the…
2013 AUTOBACS SUPER GT!

The 6th FUJI GT 300km Race! You can find more information about that over on the official Good Smile Racing website: http://www.goodsmileracing.com/

Also, The GSR figma course personal sponsor applications are still taking place, but they are closing on the 11th September at 23:59JST!



This year’s racing Miku has wonderful futuristic outfit, so don’t miss out if you’re a fan! You can find the product page with more photos over here: http://www.goodsmile.info/product/en/3995/ ★

If you’re interested in getting hold of her, you can find out more and apply to be a sponsor at the websites below!
◇ Goods Introduction on the GSR Website:
http://www.goodsmileracing.com/personal-sponsors-goods-2013.html
◇ NicoNico Chokuhan (Japan)
http://chokuhan.nicovideo.jp/special/kosupo2013
◇GSR&Studie with TeamUKYO Personal Sponsorship Program (Overseas)
http://gsr-global.ecq.sc/

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Speaking of songstresses, there is another who’s order period is closing soon!
Nendoroid Nana Mizuki!


Orders close on the 6th September at 18:00JST!

This is your last chance to get hold of her, so don’t miss out! You can find more details on the official product page: http://www.goodsmile.info/product/en/3915/ ♪

The Good Smile Online Shop page can be found here:
http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/top/gscnenwd00322.html!

She looks so cute in her waitress outfit from the ‘Lovely Fruit’ music video!

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼

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（ ｀・∀･)　　.。0○（“Itadakimasu♪ Loveｌy Fruit ♪”(It’s stuck in my head now!)）
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Keep an eye on the header of this blog and the GSC lab blog tomorrow!
Something’s going to happen!! Maybe!!

 
Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!!

 
Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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Madoka Kaname: Maiko Ver.

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Kyoto is like a second home to me, as when I was in university I lived alone there! It’s so easy to go out and have fun in Kyoto in ways that Tokyo just doesn’t understand!

Today I’ll be taking a look at a figure filled with that lovely Kyoto atmosphere…

Madoka Kaname: Maiko Ver.

From ‘Puella Magi Madoka Magica’ comes a 1/8th scale figure of Madoka Kaname as a maiko – based on the illustration seen on the pre-sale tickets for the Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair! The figure is a faithful rendition of the original illustration, with both the outfit, Japanese umbrella and autumn colors coming together to bring out the atmosphere of Kyoto perfectly!

The details on her hair accessories and the beautiful pattern on her kimono have all been carefully sculpted in a cute, playful pose for fans to enjoy!

Her light blue kimono is simply beautiful! (●´ェ｀●)ﾎﾟｯ

She is posed elegantly holding up part of her kimono, which reveals some contrasting red cloth by her feet! We have previously seen the Nendoroid version of this elegant Madoka sold at overseas events, and now fans can add the scale version to their collections too! ♥

The long orange sash flows beautifully at the back!

That neck… look at her beautiful neck!!


A slightly different angle of the lovely neck!

The purple hair accessories also match up with Madocchi’s pink hair so nicely!

I really like this angle, as it’s just the right angle for me to picture her gently twisting her head toward me with a gentle “Hmm?”, if I called out to her!

The cute stars on her sash clip are also lovely! (｡・д・｡)
The smallest of details are always so beautiful on kimono figures!

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As you can see, the umbrella can be removed!

Even the underside of the umbrella is incredibly detailed! ★

Her feet also look fantastic!


The base has a lovely autumn feeling! ー(｡-_-｡)♡

The geta sandals are also very suited to the season and to a Maiko! It all comes together to create such a beautiful outfit!

Kimonos truly are the best!!

This product will be available on the 7th and 8th of September at the Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2013!

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Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2013
Date: 2013/09/07 – 2013/09/08
Place: Miyako Messe
Official Website: http://www.kyomaf.jp/index.php
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The Miyako Messe is very close to the Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art! I remember going to that museum for both class and my personal hobbies a number of times, it’s an amazing place to visit! The ‘Takeuchi Seiho’s Modern-Day Japanese Paintworks’ that are currently on display in Tokyo are also going to be at that museum from October – the 80th anniversary display for the museum!

Art Museums are filled with interesting things to see and learn, and I highly recommend taking a look if you get the chance! Although I haven’t been able to go to many myself recently… hopefully I can find some time to see Takeuchi Seiho’s work! |дﾟ)ﾁﾗｯ

…how did this become a blog about museums?! ( ﾟдﾟ　)ﾊｯ!

Let’s get back onto the details for Madoka!!

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1/8th Scale Madoka Kaname: Maiko Ver.
Price: 10,000JPY (Includes limited edition badge)
Sales Location: K-8 ‘Madoka Magica The Movie: Rebellion Story’ Booth
Sales Limit: Max 1 product per person on a first-come-first-serve basis.

· Please note that stock is limited and details may change without notice.
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But with that said, we know that not everyone can make their way to Kyoto, but I have some good news for you! ANIPLEX will be selling a limited number of the figure at their online shop ANIPLEX+!


You can find more details here: ⇒　https://www.aniplexplus.com/itemnMrsnpSx

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼

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Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!!

 
Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

 
(C)Magica Quartet／Aniplex・Madoka Movie Project

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1/8th Scale Karen Araragi

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I’m an only child and all of my cousins are younger than me, so I’ve always wished for an older brother or sister… and when I try to think of who would be the perfect older brother for me, I always come to the conclusion that it should be Koyomi Araragi!

On that note, today I’m going to be taking a look at the 1/8th scale of one of his real little sisters…

Karen Araragi!

Karen-chan!!! ♥♥


Just look at that long flowing hair!
That bright yellow jersey!
The jet black tank-top!
Those hips underneath the tank-top!

An energetic pose filled with highlights for the Fire Sister in charge of combat – Karen-chan! The interesting thing is that the figure also has a strangely sexy appeal to it too!!

Speaking of Karen and sexy… that toothbrushing scene really was something I don’t think anyone will ever forget… I for one most enjoyed it!

This is how she looks from the back! Look at all those dynamic twists and turns in her hair! It’s quite hard to tell through all the clothes, but her spine has also been faithfully sculpted onto the figure!(σ・∀・)σ

Speaking of clothes though, her yellow jersey can actually be removed!


Summer mode! ♥

Of course the Fire Sisters fried-egg-like hair accessory has also been faithfully sculpted on the figure!

Let’s see if we can get a better angle from lower down…


Hmm… a little more….


That line from her hips to her stomach!! What a sight!!

I would like to personally thank the wind for blowing her tank-top up like this for us to see inside! ヾ(*´∀｀*)ﾉ

Karen-chan may be a powerful fighter who dedicates her body to justice… but she’s still a girl with some lovely, lady-like points! (｀・ω・´)

Her cute bottom also gets a very high score in my book!


The boundary line of skin between her pants and tank-top is lovely! (*´･∀･)ﾌﾎﾎ

Hmm, and this area gets three stars for softness:

Her folded arms are placed in such a way that they’re almost inviting you to take a look from the top like this… I couldn’t help myself!


But there is still much more to enjoy!

Moving on we have… her beautiful legs!!!

From what I’ve been told, her legs and pants are also both made as separate parts… and that means…
I’m sure you can guess that that means! (ΦωΦ)

Karen herself is amazing, but there is another part to this figure that I haven’t even touched on yet! The huge road roller base is just as amazing!

As you might guess, the little lights on the bottom section are fitted with a joint to be placed at whatever angle you want! (・∀・)

The bolts all over the stand are also incredibly intricate! ♪

Apparently the production team went out and bought specialist magazines about heavy machinery in order to help sculpt this correctly! The roller section even includes areas that are battered and dented from all the previous jobs!


The gradient on the hand rails even adds a slight fading effect to some of the paint – just as you’d expect to see on this kind of machinery!

“Leave it to me!
      I’ll follow Onii-chan’s orders without question!!”


A refreshing line filled with confidence! (…and maybe a trace of masochism.)
I wish I could say it myself!!

 
The 1/8th scale:
Karen Araragi!

She’s on sale in stores now!!!

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼

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（0ﾟ ・∀・） .。0○（“A certain character skilled at ‘slicing’ is coming soon…!）
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Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!!

 
Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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Hayate Yagami: Swimsuit Ver.


Hello everyone! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

We’ve moved into the middle of August now and the Summer heat is almost unbearable! I’m staying inside even more than usual to keep out of the heat!

But Summer means the sea, and the sea means swimsuits!!

Not a word I’d normally associate with myself, but it suits these three beautifully! ♪

I’m sure most of you recognize these three even from the back!
Today I’ll be taking a look at the latest addition to the trio… The 1/4th scale…

Hayate Yagami: Swimsuit Ver.

From ‘Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha The MOVIE A’s’ comes a figure of Hayate Yagami wearing a cute bikini! Be sure to display her with the previously released Nanoha Takamachi: Swimsuit ver. & Fate Testarossa: Swimsuit ver. to multiply the cuteness even more!

The long awaited Hayate is finally here to join Fate and Nanoha!
1/4th scale figures are so amazingly big!!

Here’s how she looks from the back!

While I was taking these photos I couldn’t help but feel I was doing something rather naughty… (°Д°；≡°Д°；)

But don’t worry! I won’t be stopping! I’ll be taking pictures from every angle for everyone to enjoy with me!


Hayate may be on the flat-chested side, but the figure provides more than enough skin to show she still has a very nice body! The area around her hips looks so lovely and soft! Plus her rib area looks simply fantastic!! ε=(｡・д・｡)ﾑﾌﾝ

As with Nanoha, her tube can be removed if you prefer to pose her without it!

Looking at my wallpaper has made me feel a little sad!
I wish I could take her down to a real beach for photos instead! ((＞д＜))


Here we have my personal favorite area! A horizontal look at the line formed along her back down to her hips! Sneaking a peek through the tube seems to make it more appealing to me! Let’s see if I can someone from Gift to tell us more about the highlights of Hayate!

*Summon: Gift’s Kanegon*

(・∀・) “We really focused on the rib cage and area around her belly button. Hayate has a dainty, lady-like body and we wanted to capture that with a soft look – a look that makes you want to touch her skin whenever you see her!

It’s quite hard to get the stomach area on a figure looking nice, but Hayate’s looks great! Ultimate Madoka was also said to have a wonderful stomach!

(・∀・) “Large scale figures allow fans to enjoy the finer details of their favorite characters, so we focused on the finer details of Hayate’s body-line to ensure fans won’t be disappointed.

I see the boundary between her swimsuit and bottom is lovely and detailed! ^^

(・∀・) “Another thing important to the team was giving Hayate the gentle expression she’s known for!”
Just looking at her cute face makes me think of her adorable voice! (●´ω｀●)

(・∀・) “I hope everyone will display her with Fate and Nanoha!”

Having the three of them together in their swimsuits…

My desk has become a beach-side paradise!
I could stare at them forever… it makes me feel so relaxed and happy!

It’s a figure filled with Kanegon’s love for the series:
Hayate Yagami: Swimsuit Ver.!


She’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow!!

Get in contact with our partner shops if you have any preorder or sales queries!

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼

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＋ （　´∀｀）.。0○ (Hayate smells so nice… I couldn’t help but keep sniffing her!! )
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*I’m told the nice smell was actually just paint.
Apparently the final product won’t smell the same… 🙁

Anyway, that’s all for today!!
 
Planning Team / Kahotan (Blog Update #9!)
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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My Final Goodbyes! Thanks For 7 Great Years! ヽ(・ω・)ﾉ


Hi everyone! Mikatan here! (・ω・)ノ

Once again, a big thank you to everyone who watched the WonFes Live Broadcast!! It was certainly a tiring day, but it only comes around once a year so I hope everyone who watched was able to enjoy themselves!
I spent the whole day sleeping yesterday and I’m still a little tired out.

As announced during the evening section of the WonHobby broadcast, I’ll be moving on from my position at Good Smile Company. There is no major reason for this, I simply know that the company will do great without me, and I wish to push on with my own strength. Of course I’ve always been doing the best I can, but the reason I’ve been able to do so is all the support I’ve received from those around me. I was always able to look ahead without any worries as I knew others would pick up the pieces. But I’ve decided the time has come for me to start running alone – I actually feel bad for all those that have watched over me all this time!

I wanted to write this final blog with nothing more than a ‘Thanks to everyone!’ kind of message but I decided that just wouldn’t be me, so let me write go on as if this was any other blog instead!!

This was the very first photo on the blog!

Who would have thought the first photo on the blog of a figure company would have been food? 😛 The blog was originally planned to go on for just half a year, but it ended up going on for so much longer!

The first product I ever reviewed!

Nendoroid Saber Alter! All the way back at Nendoroid #13!! (((ﾟДﾟ)))

By the way, the first WonFes that I took part in was the one where Neko-Arc (Nendoroid #00) was first sold! The debut of the Nendoroid series!! To be there at the very start and then see the series all the way through to #358 is such an amazing feeling… （*´∀｀*）

The very last product I reviewed!

The 1/8th scale Rin Shibuya! Up for preorder now!! (My last bit of advertising!) Looking at the difference of the two photos here shows just how much figures have improved… as well as how much my photography skills have improved! It’s been six years since the blog started… I can hardly believe it myself! (((ﾟДﾟ)))

As my final blog, I wish to leave behind messages to various people. They’re all personal messages unrelated to the company, but I figure my last post would allow for this selfish post!

To all the publishers:
A big thank you for watching over me all these years. I’m sure that you’ve been upset with some of my raunchy photos, spelling errors and other mistakes a number of times – but you were always kind enough to let these things slide, and I can’t show my appreciation enough for that. Whenever I saw requests like ‘Please put this on Mikatan Blog’ or ‘Don’t worry about having us check it, we trust you!’ I was always more happy than you can possibly imagine! I am very, very grateful to every single one of you. Thank you.

Twotop-san & Miura-san:
GSC participates in a lot of events, and you are always there supporting the events no matter what! (and I know you will continue to do so!). In fact, you were even with us all the way back when we had no idea what we were doing at the first WonHobby broadcast ever. Thank you so much for all the help you’ve given over the years! You’re both friends and reliable teammates and I thank you for taking care of me whenever things got tough. Jyunichi-san, thank you for always smiling and giving us playful jokes whenever they were needed most – I truly admire you. Kegasawa-san, you were always there watching from the recording booth, and I’ve been saved by your gentle smile a number of times. I know you’ll continue to support GSC events for many years to come!

To all the staff:
I’ve asked the impossible of everyone so many times, and every single time I’ve always been told ‘Let’s do it.’, filling my heart with happiness. Asking something as simple as “Do you think I can do this on the blog?” was more often than not met with a simple “Go for it! If there’s a problem we’ll just apologize!” – those conversations really gave me a confidence boost. Not to mention all the help that goes on behind the scenes of the live broadcasts! Back when I joined the company there were hardly any staff members, and as I’ve seen the numbers grow I’ve also seen the possibilities grow. I hope you’ll all continue to challenge yourselves and know that I’ll be one of Good Smile’s biggest fans for many years to come, watching over all the latest developments!

To all the blog readers and broadcast watchers:
Thank you. There really is nothing more for me to say. Thank you all so, so much!

I wish there was some sort of test for just how grateful I am – something like a litmus test, but instead the color changes based on how thankful you are – I know it would show the highest level of thankfulness from me!!

This blog has made a lot of errors and used some rather improper language at times, but everyone has always simply laughed it off with a ‘She did it again!’ and told me it was nothing to worry about. I’ve been saved by everyone’s kind words a number of times. Even in times when I’ve felt down, simply reading through the comments on Twitter were often enough to cheer me up and get me through the day. Just reading through some comments have literally made me shed tears of happiness in the past.

Thank you to everyone who has stuck with me to the very end… but it’s time for me to move on! Tomorrow the blog will be taken over by Kahotan, and I trust that everyone will show her the same love you’ve always shown me! She’s a wonderful hardworking person and she deserves the same warm treatment I was lucky enough to receive from everyone reading this! （*´∀｀*）

 
But that’s all for today!
I’m sure that someday, sometime we shall meet again!! (・∀・)ノ゛

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The GSC Offices: 2 Days Before WonFes!

Only 2 days left until WonFes!!


Here is a list of the event products!

I’ve already covered most of the WonFes products on the blog, and you can find my reviews of them at the links below – if you’re interested be sure to take a look! This time around there are not only figures but also various goods on sale too!!

– WonFes Product Catalogue –

(GSC) Kurisu Makise: White Coat Ver.
(GSC) Nendoroid Nyaruko: Maid Ver.
(GSC) Nendoroid Petite: IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Ranko, Uzuki and Mika + Live Stage Set
(MAX) figma Mika Jougasaki
(MAX) figma Rika Jougasaki
(Phat) Dekacchu Kirari Moroboshi ~Lovely Princess ver.~
(GSC) IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls Goods Set x3 + Mahiro Kitagawa Metal Charm

Today I’ll be doing the usual pre-WonFes blog!

A look through the GSC offices!!

Laugh or cry, there are only two days left! (`･ω･´)


These will also be on sale at the booth!

Which division would you choose? （´∀｀）

Each of the four military divisions from ‘Attack on Titan’ will have their insignia on sale as stickers! The shiny golden areas are so pretty!

Each one costs ¥500 and will be on sale in the Goods Corner! (Note that is a different place to the Figure Sales corner!)





‘T.O.T.E.M THUG SUIT V.1’

A cute, orange plastic model to put together! The model will cost ¥1000, and if you want the awesome poster along with it, it’ll be ¥1500! This will also be on sale over at the Goods Corner!! (`･ω･´)

WonHobby Product Bag! (Super Size!)

Anyone who purchases four or more figures at the WonHobby booth will get this giant bag to carry everything home in! It’s also useful for carrying everything around while checking out the rest of the event!! (=ﾟωﾟ=）

The bags will be kept close by the registers, so feel free to make use of them if you purchase four or more products!




Wonder Festival 2013 (Summer)…
Just two days left!!

There are all sorts of things to enjoy at the booth and the staff are all ready to make sure everyone has a great time!! WonFes only comes around twice a year, so don’t miss out on the fun!!

Tomorrow is the big set-up day! The rest of the staff and myself will all be headed to the Makuhari Messe to get the booth ready for Sunday!! I still can’t believe how fast this day has come!! (((ﾟДﾟ)))

If I have the time I’ll be updating Twitter and Twitcasting, so feel free to follow me below for updates from the event!

Mikatan Twitter (Japanese)
https://twitter.com/gsc_mikatan

Anyway, that’s all for today! I hope to see everyone at the Makuhari Messe on Sunday! (It’s bound to be hot, so do take care!)

If you’re unable to make it to the event then you can still join us during the Live Broadcast which will be going on until the early hours of the morning!!

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Rin Shibuya: New Generation Ver.

The production team is super busy with WonFes preparations!


But the standard releases are still coming!!

Even with all the extra work from WonFes, we try not to slow down with the normal releases! Of course the production team is normally busy with just the standard releases, so when it comes to WonFes they must be compeltely swamped with work!! It’s actually rather uncommon for products to be announced two or three days before WonFes! ((((( ;ﾟДﾟ))))

The figure you can see on the desk here has just come home after featuing on the ‘Toaru Radio’ program. I hope she doesn’t mind working just a little bit more so I can introduce her to everyone on the blog too!! （・ω・）

From IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls:
Rin Shibuya: New Generation Ver.!

From the popular social game ‘IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls’ comes a 1/8th scale figure of Rin Shibuya based on the illustration from her ‘New Generation’ card!

The cool and composed appearance from the card has been faithfully preserved in figure form, and the Gothic-style stage dress filled with frills has been sculpted down to the finest of details. It’s a dynamic figure that looks ready to burst into song at any moment!

Is there anyone in this world that doesn’t like idol’s outfits?!

Of course not…!! (ﾟ∀ﾟ)

I strongly believe that outfits like this with frills are loved by every single person alive!! It’s just too cute to not like! (`・ω・´)

Not only that, but the detail is fantastic!! I’m sure that even figure fans who don’t play IDOLM@STER will be interested in this product as she looks simply amazing!

This is how she looks from the back!

Normally Shiburin is a little bit on the shy side, but when it comes to her work as an idol she’s always outgoing! She is in a forward-bent pose singing out to all her fans, and even from the reverse side of the figure you can feel her devotion!!

I think I should become a member of the backstage team, then I’d always be able to enjoy and watch over her just like this… （*´∀｀*）

Look at the collar and shoulder bones!

I-Is this really a figure?! (((゜Д゜)))

The intricate little indents from her collar bone faithfully keep the 2D look, but still give her such an amazingly sexy charm! Plus her upper arm looks so soft and smooth!! I wanna touch it!! How do they make such wonderful looking skin!!

A beautiful S-shaped body-line!

Looking at those curves and slim waist just make me want to come up from behind and hug her!! The line from her waist to her hips and thighs is lovely, and the puffy dress adds even more effect! She’s has such a lady-like figure!

The fact that the strap on her shoulder is falling off ever so slightly is also a wonderful choice in design!! d(｀・ω・´)b

Shiburin singing right from the front!!

She’s so amazing that I actually get shivers looking at her… I’m at a loss for words at her beauty!! To think that this figure is based on just one illustration, and yet it has captured such a strong personality and atmosphere with it!!

This once again proves that sculptors are truly close to the gods!! Just look at what beauty they can create!! (´∀｀)

She’s ready to sing just for you!

Ahh!! I was the one who wrote it but when I read it again I got excited myself!!

You just need to listen to her CD with this figure in front of you and it’ll be just like she’s on stage performing!! You could even create some lighting effects to make it seen even more like a concert!

The outfit is also amazingly intricate!!

That skirt is absolutely outstanding!!! Such tiny details!! (((゜Д゜)))

There are five different layers to the skirt, and each alternating layer makes use of transparent parts for a beautiful effect! Another thing to note is that although the bottom frill is white, the layer second from the top is instead a light grey! (It’s quite hard to tell from the photo, but if you look close enough you should be able to tell the difference!)

Looking at any part of the figure from any angle is a treat to the eyes! She has been carefully perfected by the artisans at GSC! (`･ω･´)

The back of her knees and lovely long legs!

As most of you probably know, I generally prefer my figures not quite as thin as this… but even so I’ve fallen in love with Shiburin!! The best part for me is the back of her knees together with the tiny bit of bare thigh you can see above her boots! The fact that you can see the tightened muscles is also fantastic!

The hair accessory and tips of her hair!

A cute hair accessory with a ribbon, flower, and a number of pearls each just as beautiful as the last! Another thing I really like is the way the tips of her hair have been sculpted – they each look so unique and yet still so very natural!

You can’t help but be charmed by the beauty! (*゜∀゜*)

Displayed with the figma & Nendoroid!

The photo is at a bit of an angle, but you should still get a good feeling for the difference in size between them! The contrast between the calm and collected figma of Rin in her uniform and the other two in their idol outfits is lovely!

I highly recommend fans of Shiburin or Cinderella Girls don’t miss out on this one… and for that sake if you’re a fan of idols or even just figures I don’t think you should miss out either! This figure deserves to be loved in a nice home!! (`・ω・´)

From IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls:
Rin Shibuya: New Generation Ver.!

 
She’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow!!
Get in contact with our partner shops if you have any preorder or sales queries!

 
Anyway, that’s all for today!
I hope to see you all again tomorrow!! (・∀・)ノ゛
Tomorrow will be the usual article that comes just before WonFes!!

 
© NBGI

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1/8th Scale Kurisu Makise: White Coat Ver.

Only 12 days left until WonFes!!


We’ve got less than two weeks?! (( ；ﾟДﾟ))

Wonder Festival 2013 (Summer) is just around the corner!! The offices are filled with display simulations and everyone is busy getting ready for the big day!

WonFes only comes around twice a year, so we need to make sure it’s a ton of fun for everyone who visits the booth!! (`･ω･´)

One of the many things to look forward to is this year’s WonFes products!

– WonFes Product Catalogue –

(GSC) Kurisu Makise: White Coat Ver.
(GSC) Nendoroid Nyaruko: Maid Ver.
(GSC) Nendoroid Petite: IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Ranko, Uzuki and Mika + Live Stage Set
(MAX) figma Mika Jougasaki
(MAX) figma Rika Jougasaki
(Phat) Dekacchu Kirari Moroboshi ~Lovely Princess ver.~
(GSC) IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls Goods Set x3 + Mahiro Kitagawa Metal Charm

But that’s not all – other products will also be on sale at the WonHobby booth! Take a look at this page to see more!! ヽ(ﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾉ

– WonHobby Products Page –
http://www.whl4u.jp/products.html

Today we’ll be taking a look at…
Kurisu Makise: White Coat Ver.!

The ‘hypothetical science adventure’ game Steins;Gate has just recently had a sequel and movie version released, and from that series comes a 1/8th scale figure of Kurisu Makise wearing her white lab coat. She is posed with her long white lab coat fluttering behind her, as she blushes with the same cute expression she made whenever others made fun of her.

In her right hand she holds a bottle of ‘Dr.Iepper’ and on her left wrist she is wearing Mirai Gadget #12: ‘Darling no Baka’. It’s a pose and figure that any fans of the tsundere genius are sure to enjoy!

The first WonHobby product review is none other than Christina!!

This is a special version of the 1/8th scale Christina released in March 2012, which features her wearing her lab coat instead of her casual clothes! The pose is the same as the previous version, but the overall sculpting has been changed quite a bit when compared to the original!

Those who already own the original version can display the two together, while those who missed out on her can take this opportunity to add the lovely Christina to their collections!!

This is how she looks from the back!

On her left wrist you can see the Future Gadget #12: Darling no Baka, and in her right hand she is holding a bottle of Okarin and Christina’s favorite drink!

The bottle can be removed from her hand if you prefer to display her without it, or with something else that fits into her hand! ヽ(ﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾉ

This is the bottle and stickers included!

The label needs to be stuck on manually, but it’s just a matter of wrapping it around the middle so it’s not a difficult task at all!

Another thing I have to point out is the paintwork of the liquid in the bottle! Christina is holding the bottle at an angle, so the liquid inside the bottle is also slightly over to one side! Try and stick the label on so that the logo is on the side with less liquid, as this will leave the label showing when she is holding it at the right angle!

I wouldn’t call this flat-chested at all!!

The intricate curves of her body and arched back show off her bust quite nicely, and I don’t think it’s anything to be ashamed of at all! (In fact, I think they have quite a lovely shape!)

Not to mention that her low-rise hotpants and the creases on her blouse all look fantastic too!!

The blushing Christina looks so cute!

Tsundere! Tsundere!! ( ﾟ∀ﾟ)o彡

She may normally be a very strong-willed character, but the times when these adorable expressions come out are when I really fall for her!

It’s also rather amazing how nicely huke’s original illustration has been preserved in the figure! It makes it a must-have figure not only for Steins;Gate fans, but also fans of huke as well!

The lab coat is a little too big for her!

Looking at her from the back and seeing the lab coat billowing behind her along with her hair flowing behind her really gives a lovely dynamic feeling to the figure! In most cases I don’t think a lab coat would ever be considered a fancy item of clothing, but the careful work of the sculptors and painters has turned this one into a feast for the eyes! Just look at those folds and shadows!!

Looking at the creases around her waist area really makes it seem like the lab coat is made from a soft fabric! The coat was very memorable in both the game and the movie, so it had to look great on the figure as well!! (`・ω・´)

Green slippers for the lab!

Inside the lab means a lab coat and green slippers! Yet another item that is very memorable in the series! The slightly raised up heel and the smooth stockings all come together to create some rather captivating legs!

The areas below her thighs and behind her knees make use of a slightly darker gradient to create a stocking-like appearance, which also looks fantastic!

The WonHobby 18 Exclusive Product:
Kurisu Makise: White Coat Ver.!

 
There are two ways to get hold of her!

(ﾟ∀ﾟ) She’ll be on sale at the WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!! booth at Wonder Festival (Summer) in the Makuhari Messe on 28th July!
http://www.whl4u.jp/products.html 

(ﾟ∀ﾟ) From the 28th July she’ll be available from the GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP!
http://www.whl4u.jp/buy_web.html
(Estimated Delivery will be in November 2013)

I believe I’ll be able to get my hands on the other WonFes products over the next few days, and as I do I’ll be doing sample reviews! Which will be the next one I take a look at?! You’ll have to wait and see!　(*ﾟ∀ﾟ)=3

 
Anyway, that’s all for today!
I hope to see you all again tomorrow!! (・∀・)ノ゛

© 2009-2013 MAGES./5pb./Nitroplus

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1/8th Scale Kagamine Rin and Kagamine Len

Some early release samples have arrived!!!━(ﾟ∀ﾟ)━!!


These two were both high up on the Good Smile 10th Anniversary Rerelease Poll, and they’re finally being released tomorrow!!

They were originally released all the way back in June 2009! They completely sold out back then, but I’m sure there are many fans that either missed out or new fans that would love to get their hands on them now, and to answer those requests they’re back once again!! (`･ω･´)

1/8th Scale Kagamine Rin & Kagamine Len!

The popular 1/8th scale figures of Kagamine Len & Rin from the Character Vocal Series are being rereleased!

Both of them are posed energetically performing for his fans on stage – Len is about to burst into song, as he plays on his finely detailed keyboard, while Rin is grasping a mike in her hand, gazing ahead at her fans with a super cute expression and pose!

These are two of my favorite products, so I’m so very glad to see them rereleased!

I’ve been doing this blog for quite a long time now, but I can still remember doing the prototype reviews of these two so vividly! It was back in the Tsuchiya Building in Matsudo – I was fighting against time trying to get the nicest photos possible!! 😛

Even though these figures were sculpted around four years ago, they still look amazing even to today’s standards!

This is how they look from the back!

The youthful appearance that comes out of both of them is fantastic!! (*゜∀゜)=3

Another thing that really comes out nicely between the two of them is the difference between the “male” and “female” poses – it’s amazing how much their gender comes out from the poses alone!

The detail isn’t quite up to the same level as some of the latest figures, but obviously that also means the price is lower than normal! I can say with confidence they are well worth the money!

The adorable Rin-chan!!

She is posed with one hand on her hip and the other holding a mike as she sings for all her fans! Her pose has a bit of a cheeky look to it, and more than anything else her skin looks so soft and touchable!!

Just look at those sexy armpits!! （*´∀｀*）

She also has a delicious tummy!!

Show us more!! ヽ(ﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾉ

Although she has a very thin waist, the area under her belly button is sticking out just a little showing the pull of gravity! A low angle like this provides the perfect look at all that lovely bare skin for fans to enjoy to their heart’s content!!

Another area that’s not to be missed!

I don’t think there is anyone out there who can look at this lovely roundness and not get a little excited!! These lovely curves are of course all thanks to the fact that she is wearing hot pants -it just wouldn’t be the same in a skirt!

Len playing his keyboard!

The dynamic feeling that comes out of this figure is amazing – it feels just like I’m watching him play at a live performance at this very second!

The pose with his legs opened up while leaning over his keyboard has a really unique feeling to it that captures his passion beautifully! (`・ω・´)

His feet are surprisingly detailed!

The little speakers on their feet have been faithfully sculpted on and painted a separate color! The little yellow tips on the feet may be small, but they really add to the overall feeling of the figure!

Then there are those lovely thighs that you can see all the way into the depths of his shorts! Rin isn’t the only one showing off skin!! (*゜∀゜)=3

Just look how handsome he is!!

I know all the Len fans will agree without a doubt, but I think this pose is cool enough for even those who aren’t fans to agree that this figure is something really special!

Position them however you like!!

Here I’ve posed the two of them as if they were in the middle of a live performance! They both connect onto the stands with just a single leg which becomes an axis for you to spin the figure into any angle you like! This means you can put them really close together or instead have them facing completely opposite directions!

Note that they are both sold separately, but if you decide to grab both of them be sure to display the two together!

1/8th Scale Kagamine Rin & Kagamine Len!

 
They’ll both be in stores from tomorrow!!
Get in contact with our partner shops if you have any preorder or sales queries!

 
Anyway, that’s all for today!
I hope to see you all again tomorrow!! (・∀・)ノ゛

 
 

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