Rika Jougasaki: Charisma Chibi Girl Ver. (THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS)

Hi everyone! Suwabe (@gsc_suwabe) from the Corporate Planning Division here!

She’s finally going up for preorder!!

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Phat!’s 1/8th Scale Figure…
Rika Jougasaki: Charisma Chibi Girl Ver.!

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YAY~! She’s finally here!! I’ve been waiting so long for my Rika!!

▼ I may be a tad too excited, so let’s take a step back and take a look at the product description!

From the popular idol production game ‘THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS’ comes a 1/8th scale figure of Rika Jougasaki wearing her ‘Charisma Chibi Girl’ outfit from the game!

The figure faithfully captures all the detail from the original illustration – Rika is posed with her arms outstretched with a huge smile on her face creating a playful, energetic atmosphere that is sure to brighten up any collection! The colorful base also features a selection of parts that bring out Rika’s playful personality even more! Be sure to display her with her previously released older sister – Mika Jougasaki: Charisma Girl Ver.!

The figure also comes with a selection of cute ‘Chima Doll’ stickers as a bonus!

She really is just too adorable!!! Those sharp eyes, the moe fangs, the slight blush on her cheeks, the defenceless pose with her arms and legs outstretched… not to mention all the little goodies that surround her!! Everything is just so cute I can’t help but want to jump into those arms and give her a hug!! (´;ω;`)

▼FROM THE RIGHT!

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▼FROM THE LEFT!

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▼FROM THE FRONT!

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▲ From the front it looks a bit like the pink heart
is coming out from her left hand! ♡

I know I’m just repeating myself here now… but she is SO CUTE!!

Just looking at her makes me want to reach my hand out toward hers and grab them!! Everything about the figure captures what it is that makes Rika so adorable!! (*´▽`*)

▼ The side of the base reads ‘smile’!☻

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Just looking at the base does make you want to smile! The bright colors, shiny candy-like hearts and ribbons all make for such a cheerful base that really completes the figure!

▼ FROM THE TOP!

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From the top gives you yet another angle filled with details! The light pink heart-shapes she is sitting on look a bit like marshmallows… they look so soft and tasty!! ♡

▼AM I IN HEAVEN?!

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Zoom in even further for a close up of Rika’s delicious chest, beautifully detailed necklace, as well as that cute belt buckle!! Everything from the original illustration has been faithfully preserved on the figure!!

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The pearl paintwork reflects the light to lovely effect on the base…

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And if you look even closer you’ll see even finer details such as the clearly hand-made design of Rika’s notebook!

The more you look at this figure the more attention to detail you’ll notice – each time you shift your gaze you find more to enjoy – I think we should refer to figures like this as ‘Endless Figures’ from now on!!

▼TOGETHER WITH MIKA!

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Of course Rika also comes with a little mascot of her older sister – Rika!!

Speaking of which, displaying this Rika together with the previously released Mika Jougasaki: Charisma Girl Ver.  looks lovely! They are really made to be displayed together! ♪

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If I had these two adorable daughters…

I WOULD BE THE PROUDEST MOTHER EVER! (´;ω;`)
← I have some bizarre fantasies.

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As mentioned in the product description above, in addition to the figure itself these Chima Doll Illustration Stickers will also be included as a bonus!! Here is what they’ll look like! ★

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You keep them as a cute sheet to look at, or stick them onto all sorts of things to make them all the more cheerful! You could even place some of figure bases to personalize them a little!

Plus, purchases from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will come with a Mika Doll Strap as a bonus!!

 

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Rika Jougasaki: Charisma Chibi Girl Ver.!

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She’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow! Don’t miss out!

 

Suwabe / twitterID:@gsc_suwabe
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

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Koume Shirasaka: Halloween Nightmare Ver. (THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS)

Hi everyone! Suwabe (@gsc_suwabe) from the Corporate Planning Division here! The world may be heading into Christmas mode now, but that is exactly why I’m going to take a step back and instead take a look at this Halloween themed figure instead!!

Koume Shirasaka: Halloween Nightmare Ver.

Up for preorder as of today is this 1/7th scale figure from Max Factory…

Koume Shirasaka: Halloween Nightmare Ver.

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“Today… we sing a chorus of fear together!”

From the idol production game ‘THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS’ comes a 1/7th scale figure of Koume Shirasaka. The figure is based on the ‘Halloween Nightmare’ version of Koume and faithfully captures her pose and outfit from the original illustration. The details on her outfit such as the spider-web patterns on her sleeves, the various bandages wrapped around her arms and legs as well as the skull-shaped microphone she holds in hand have all been faithfully recreated in figure form!

The figure also comes complete with a diorama base that brings out the graveyard atmosphere of the original illustration with cute little ghosts floating around Koume-chan and zombie hands reaching from the ground!! Be sure to have a great Halloween night with Koume-chan as she smiles atop a gravestone in your figure collection!

▼Let’s start off with a 360° Turn!

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So many details to see! I can’t wait to take a look at Koume-chan herself… but before that let’s take a look at the detailed Halloween base! (`・ω・´)

▼ The gradient coloring of the fence is magnificent!

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Looking at the figure from the back the coloring of the base really stands out! The lovely hips of Koume-chan as she sits on the gravestone is calling for a closeup but we’ll get to that later!

▼ The areas that couldn’t be seen on the card have been carefully thought out and added to the figure!

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The cold, stone appearance of the gravestone has been faithfully presented and the carved letters and damage on the design has also been included on the figure!

▼ The ground features a jack-o-lantern and zombie hands!

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▼ We also have a charming little ghost with his hand sticking out! ♥

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No matter where you look the details surrounding Koume-chan are amazing! ♥

▼ We also have a ghost attached to a drip and a skeleton biting down on a medical chart! So cute!

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The little details that bring out the ‘hospital’ theme together with the mixed in Halloween theme make for such a unique and playful figure!

▼Speaking of the medical drip, the microphone Koume-chan is using is connected with a cord that looks like one of the see-through tubes used for a drip!

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As you can see the base itself is a work of art, but now it’s time to look at the main feature herself! (`・ω・´)

▼ Just look at this fantastic outfit!

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The little skull faces all over the design match up with the base nicely, and even though she is covered in bandages there is still something so charming and cute about her!

▼ The intricate details on those sleeves!

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The spiderweb and bloodstain patterns on the sleeves together with the gradient coloring make for a stunning sight!

▼Looking from the front makes her look like her normal cute self from the illustration!

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▼ But from the side you can see her right eye too! Not to mention she was winking the whole time!! 

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▼ The lovely pale skin revealed by her low-cut dress is a treat!

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▼ Not to mention the curves of her bottom and hips as she sits on the gravestone! Not to be missed! 

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In fact, there is nothing that should be missed on this Koume-chan figure! Everyone should add her to their collections!! ♡

Koume Shirasaka: Halloween Nightmare Ver.

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She is up for preorder as of today!! ♪

Orders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will be open until the 15th December at 12:00JST!

GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP:
Koume Shirasaka: Halloween Nightmare Ver.

 

(´-`).。oO( That mysterious charm that characters like Koume-chan have always catches my attention…)

 

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English Updates: @gsc_kevin

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Nendoroid Co-de: Yayoi Takatsuki & Takane Shijou: Twinkle Star Co-de (IDOLM@STER)

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I really struggle to get out of bed in the morning now… how did it get so cold so quickly!! I love my blankets too much…! (¦3ꇤ[▓▓]

Anyway, today we’re going to be taking a look at the latest additions to the Nendoroid Co-de series!

Yayoi Takatsuki Twinkle Star Co-de Takane Shijou Twinkle Star Co-de!

More of the 765 Production idols are joining the Nendoroid Co-de series! ♡

The cheerful and bright Yayoi as well as the graceful and charming Takane-san are both joining the Nendoroid Co-de series wearing their Twinkle Star outfits!!

Just look at this brilliant smile!! ヽ(*´Д`*)ノ

These photos are purposefully taken looking away from the camera to recreate that ‘live concert’ feeling!!

▲ The tiny little fingers are so cute! (灬ºωº灬)

Let’s take a closer look at each of them!
Yayoi Takatsuki: Twinkle Star Co-de!

From ‘THE IDOLMASTER PLATINUM STARS’ comes a Nendoroid Co-de figure of 765 Production’s Yayoi Takatsuki! She is wearing the ‘Twinkle Star’ outfit which was newly added to the PLATINUM STARS game!

The blue base outfit is filled with stars making it the perfect stage outfit for any idol wanting to shine on stage! Be sure to display her with the previously announced characters as well as Nendoroid Co-de Takane Shijou: Twinkle Star Co-de which will be available for order at the same time!

The cheerful, family-minded idol who always does her very best!

The unique curls of her twin-tails have been sculpted so cute, and the sides have a lovely dynamic look to them that really capture her as if on stage! ☆

Yayoi is wearing the short-pants style of the outfit quite similar to the version worn by the previously announced Nendoroid Co-de Miki Hoshii: Twinkle Star Co-de!


▲ The bent leg is rather cute too! ε=(。・д・。)

Due to the fact that her hair is all tied up quite high or to the sides, you can also see all the details on the back of the outfit as well!! ♡

▲ The bare skin the outfit shows is a nice little treat!

Next up we have…
Takane Shijou: Twinkle Star Co-de!

From ‘THE IDOLMASTER PLATINUM STARS’ comes a Nendoroid Co-de figure of 765 Production’s Takane Shijou! She is wearing the ‘Twinkle Star’ outfit which was newly added to the PLATINUM STARS game!

The blue base outfit is filled with stars making it the perfect stage outfit for any idol wanting to shine on stage! Be sure to display her with the previously announced characters as well as Nendoroid Co-de Yayoi Takatsuki: Twinkle Star Co-de which will be available for order at the same time!

The old-fashioned, mysterious idol with beautiful silver hair.

Such gentle looking eyes staring right into mine!! The calm, composed and rather mysterious idol is also joining the series, and her expression really captures that personality so nicely! ♥

The frills on her skirt are also beautifully sculpted, and although her hand covers it up a bit the neck-tie and other details are all faithfully included!

The skirt design is the same as the previously announced Nendoroid Co-de Haruka Amami: Twinkle Star Co-de, and  Takane-san’s long hair with lovely volume has also been beautifully converted into Nendoroid size! (/ω\)

▲The ribbon on the back is also adorable!

Let’s stop here for a second and have a quick recap!

– What are Nendoroid Co-de? –

 

Nendoroid Co-de is a new addition to the Nendoroid series based on the theme of dressing-up characters! The figures have fixed poses and each come with four parts – the head, upper garment, lower garment and shoes. Each of these parts can be swapped between characters allowing for all sorts of possibilities. The more you collect, the more dress-up options become available to you!

In other words…! They are simple fixed pose Nendoroids, great for new collectors, with the ability to dress-up in various ways!

They are designed to be fun for Nendoroid collectors to collect, and for younger fans to enjoy playing with and creating all sorts of new dress coordination! You can see all the figures released so far over on the..

Nendoroid Co-de Special Website! ♪

Here you can find out more about the Nendoroid Co-de series as well as see all the products that have joined the series so far! ☆

While the pose of Nendoroid Co-de figures is locked in place, you can still swap out the head parts between other Nendoroids and Nendoroid Co-de figures for all sorts of different possibilities! For example…

Yayoi’s head on Takane-san’s body! ♡

Yayoi suddenly seems like a much more mature, charming young idol! Simply changing around the head and body can create such a big difference!

Takane-san with Yayoi’s body! (●‘∀‘●)ノ”

She looks like a completely different person! A rare glimpse at a more playful Takane-san!

You can also coordinate between series! ♥

▲ Body:  Nendoroid Co-de Sakura Kinomoto: Black Cat Maid Co-de
(Shipping out from GSC on the 16th November!)

Be sure to create all sorts of fun combinations! 

Yayoi Takatsuki: Twinkle Star Co-de Takane Shijou: Twinkle Star Co-de!

They will be up for preorder from the 8th November!! ♪

Keep your eyes on the Good Smile Company Website for more details!

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Ritsuko Akizuki (IDOLM@STER)

Hi everyone! Suwabe (@gsc_suwabe) from the Corporate Planning Division here! Today’s figure review is for all the IDOLM@STER producers out there!!

Phat’s 1/8th Scale…

Ritsuko Akizuki!

 

From the anime series ‘THE IDOLM@STER’ comes a 1/8th scale figure of the idol producer who used to be an idol herself – Ritsuko Akizuki! The pose is based on the illustration by director and character designer Atsushi Nishigori seen on the 5th volume of the Blu-ray & DVD jacket for the anime series.

The figure faithfully captures Ritsuko wearing casual clothes as if on a day off from work. She may be a producer now but she still looks just as stunning as any of the actual idols, and is ready to join your collection!

The 10th in the long-running IDOLM@STER BD/DVD Jacket Series!! The ex-idol and now producer – Ritsuko Akizuki!

PRODUCT DETAILS

 

Let’s have a look through all the figures in the series so far… ▼

#1: Hibiki Ganaha

Released May 2014

#2: Iori Minase

Released June 2014. Rerelease in August 2015.

#3: Yayoi Takatsuki

Released January 2015. Rerelease in August 2015.

#4: Miki Hoshii

Released May 2015.

#5: Takane Shijou

Released in July 2015.

#6: Makoto Kikuchi


Released in September 2015.

#7: Yukiho Hagiwara


Released in January 2016


#8: Azusa Miura

Scheduled to Release September 2016

 

 

#9: Ami Futami & Mami Futami

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Scheduled to Release December 2016

A scale figure series that reaches all the way to the 10th release! That’s some impressive history!! (ΦωΦ)

Anyway, let’s get back to Ritsuko-san! ♪

 

First up is this adorable winking expression!! I swear this cute smile has the power to blow away all the sorrows of the world!! I want to put it on display in my entrance hall and enjoy this happy feeling each and every time I walk through!

Plus if you look even closer you can see the amazing detail put into the necklace around her neck!! ( ;∀;)

 

It’s beautiful!! ( ;∀;)

The little details like this are what really come together to bring a figure to life and really show the love the team have for the character… ♡

The little gap that is formed at the top of her outfit makes for a slight tease when looking from a higher angle, and the overall realistic feeling of the clothes is such a pleasure! It really looks like the clothes are being ‘worn’ thanks to the impressive sculptwork!

The various creases on the outfit work together with the pose of her body so nicely to make it seem like Ritsuko is really right there beside you!!

▲ The flowery design of her tunic together with the clovers on her bag are so lovely and detailed!


▲ The metal fixtures on the bag and leather appearance of the straps are also lovely!


▲ The details on the back are just as good!

Ritsuko’s unique hairstyle has as well as the hair accessory that was never even visible on the original illustration have all been included to enjoy from the back! (ΦωΦ)

 

Speaking of parts that can’t be seen from the illustration, this is one of those figures that can be enjoyed from this lower angle even on the blog!!

▲ Even the area of the pants normally covered up by the tunic have had the creases and details faithfully included!

The sculptor of this figure is Yusuke Masaki! (@masaki56). He has recently been working on a variety of idol figures for IDOLM@STER fans to enjoy in their collection! ( ;∀;)

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Minami Nitta: Little Sleeping Devil Ver.,
Minako Satake: Poka Poka Service Ver.Rin Shibuya

 

You can find reviews for all of them on this blog! (*´▽`*)

Minami Nitta: Little Sleeping Devil Ver.
Minako Satake: Poka Poka Service Ver.
Rin Shibuya

 

A sculpt filled with love! Phat’s 1/8th Scale
Ritsuko Akizuki!

Up for preorder from today!

GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP

 

(´-`).。oO(An idol and a producer! Isn’t she amazing!!)

Suwabe / twitterID:@gsc_suwabe
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

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Minami Nitta: Sleeping Little Devil Ver. (THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS)

Hi everyone!
Suwabe (@gsc_suwabe) from the Corporate Planning Division here!

The end of this month is Halloween!! I’ve been having dreams of running into beautiful girls like the one below on Halloween night!

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

Max Factory’s 1/7th Scale…

Minami Nitta: Sleeping Little Devil Ver.

“Come now… let’s have some wonderful dreams.”

From the idol production game ‘THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS’ comes a 1/7th scale figure of Minami Nitta. The figure is based on the ‘Sleeping Little Devil’ version of Minami and faithfully captures her pose and outfit of the card after special training!

Enjoy the sexy outfit as well as her shy yet gently smiling expression from any angle you choose! The top of her shoulders also makes use of translucent parts to recreate the see-through appearance of her outfit! Be sure to add this devilish version of Minami to your collection!

Let me start off by saying… THANK YOU MAX FACTORY!!!

Ever since the unpainted prototype of this figure was announced I have been waiting patiently for the final version in the hopes that I could take photos of her and introduce her on the blog!! I was so happy when I got the go ahead! It is such an honor!!

So without further ado, let’s take a closer look at the amazing sculpting and paintwork that fits the title of ‘Little Devil’ so perfectly!!

▼ Just look at this cute yet captivating beauty!!

The facial expression, pose, outfit… everything about the composition of the figure provokes all five… if not all six of the human senses!!

Looking from the side you can see the tail coming out from the gaps of her skirt and winding around her arm creating such a captivating pose!

How could anyone remain calm staring into the eyes of this slightly blushing expression together with such a sexy pose!! I know I can’t!!! ( ;∀;)

But it’s not just the expression and the pose, also take a look at the amazing details and colors of her outfit!!

It’s no exaggeration to say that it really brings out all of the Minami’s charm to the maximum!!

▲ First up note the details on her high heels!

To think that the shy Minami would wear such a sexy pair of shoes is more than enough to put a little smile on my face…

▼ The zips all over the design look amazing!

You can find zips on her chest, skirt and knee-high socks! The fact that some of them are zipped down allow for more of her bare skin to show bringing out a more sensuous feel to the figure!

▼ Outfit has see-through shoulders!

I love the use of semi-transparent parts on figures to create effects like this! They bring out that mysterious beauty effect so nicely! The frills of her skirt and the tips of her arm covers also make use of the same transparent parts to add to the work of art!

▼ Not just sexy, but also so cute!!

The heart-shaped earrings, braided hair tied up with little ribbons and a heart surrounding the devil horns… amazing attention to detail that brings out the cute elements to her design beautifully!

▼A look from the back!

The wings that you could see peeking out from the back even on the original illustration have been faithfully preserved on the figure! The heels also look fantastic from the back!

▼ Her shapely waist is also lovely!

There are more and more areas I could focus on, but I have to leave some of the fun for you once you add her to your collection! ♥

Minami Nitta: Sleeping Little Devil Ver.

She’ll be up for preorder from the 14th October 2016 JST!

I don’t think I’ll be able to sleep with the excitement! |д゚)

 

 

★ NOTICE ★

Max Factory has started an official Twitter Account! The tweets are all in Japanese, but give them a follow if you’re interested!! ♪

 

 

(´-`).。oO(I wonder if there is something sleeping inside of me too…)

Suwabe / twitterID:@gsc_suwabe
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

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IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS Café

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

The other day I made a short outing to a certain café somewhere in Akihabara!

The 5th floor of this building, the…

GOOD SMILE × animate café!

The café is currently running an IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS special collaboration café! (。・ω・)ノ゙

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IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls x GOOD SMILE x animate café

Dates: 1st July ~ 30th August 2015
Location: GOODSMILE x animate café Akihabara / Osaka Nihombashi
Entry: Reservation Required (WEB Reservation)

More details here.

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Today I’m going to be writing a little review of my visit to the café! (。・ω・)ノ゙

 

– 1 – The Menu!

Before you even get to the menu, the first thing you see when you get to your seat is this lovely table mat filled with your favorite idols! ★

This is a CANDY ISLAND Seat!

Unfortunately you can’t select which seat you will be placed at, so you have to hope that you get a seat that features your favorite characters! Here are a couple of other options that you might end up at… ♪

△ It’s like looking at a photo album of the past!!

Anyway, let’s take a look at the menu!

△ Simply fill in what you want on the provided order sheet!

Here is a look at what is available on the menu!
You can see the full version over here!


△ So much too choose from! It look me ages to decide….

Eventually I decided on the following! 

· Uzuki Shimamura’s Pink Fruit Juice
· Onegai! Cinderella
· Producer’s Cappuccino
· Decoration Muffin
· Rin Shibuya’s Chocolate Parfait 

I really couldn’t decide on a drink and ended up ordering three different ones…

– 2 – Exploring the café!

Once you’ve placed your order feel free to get up and take a look around the café… even overhead there are a number of idols to enjoy, all looking down upon you!

※ Please note that the setting photos in the store are not allowed to be photographed.

As usual there is also a special notebook to leave behind a message in! Be sure to add a little message or illustration while waiting for your order to arrive!

△ Stationery is provided!

You will also find a variety of  IDOLM@STER figures from GSC, Max Factory and Phat! Company figures to take a look at while you’re waiting! ♡

 

– 3 – Time to Indulge!

After looking around the café for a bit time passes really quickly! My drinks had arrived in no time at all! ☆

Let’s try them one-by-one! (*´Д`)=з

– Uzuki Shimamura’s Pink Fruit Juice –

Guava Juice + Whipped Cream + Cherry!

The included heart-shaped coaster is Shimamuu with an adorable smile on her face!

I really love guava juice and you don’t seem to find it in many places! This one was just as delicious as ever! The whipped cream adds a little touch of sweetness to enjoy! ♪

– Onegai! Cinderella –


Blue syrup + yogurt drink + yoghurt ice-cream
+ whipped cream + marzipan flower! 

The drink is also provided in a limited edition collectable glass which makes it all the more special! ♪


△ The girls all around the glass! (●´ω`●)

As for the flavour… it was my very best of them all!! ♥︎
It was so refreshing for a hot Summer’s day!!

△ The pink flower is also edible!

The bonus included with the drink is a ‘Cinderella Project’ Sticker!
I decided to stick mine onto my work computer!

Moving on to the last drink I ordered…

– Producer’s Cappuccino –


Cappuccino + 346 Production Wafer Cake

The cappuccino has quite an impact! <○><○>

I figured that after two cold drinks I would want a warm drink which is why I saved this for last…! That and I might have wanted the bonus that’s included with it…

Which is this…!

Oooooooohhh!!!

Now I’m officially a producer of 346 Production!! (*´Д`)=з

I will shut this away in my business card holder for future use!

* No business card holder included.

While enjoying my three drinks,

My food and dessert had arrived!

– Decoration Muffin –

English muffin + star-shaped ham + potato salad + tomato + corn!

A muffin for lunch!! I feel all classy!!

The muffin not only looked amazing, but was also crisp and delicious!

The star-shaped ham also had a very luxurious taste to it! *nom* (๑´ㅂ`๑) *nom*

– Rin Shibuya’s Chocolate Parfait –

Chocolate ice cream + mint + whipped cream + brownie + flower chocolate + dragees!

There is so much to say about this parfait!

There is so much ice cream on the top, but even once you get through all that you also have a lovely chocolate brownie waiting for you! ♡

They sat that you have a second stomach for dessert… but this parfait is rather large! Sure to full even the largest of dessert stomachs! (´□`。)

 

 

– 4 – Goods!

There are all sorts of cute goods near the registers! ☆

Including the glass that the ‘Onegai! Cinderella’ drink came in!

Clear files, marshmallows and badges featuring Nendoroid illustrations!

Plus there are items based on Phat!’s Medicchu illustrations!

All sorts of goods to choose from!! っ(`・ω・´)ゞ

Be sure to take a look if you come by the café! ♪

A magical menu to enjoy during this Summer!

IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS Café

Currently ongoing at the GOODSMILE x animate café! ♥︎

All seats are reserved by a lottery system that you can apply to enter online! There are also sometimes cancels where you can get in via phone! Keep an eye on the Twitter accounts below for updates!

◇ GOODSMILE x animate café Akihabara: @animatecafé_akb
◇ GOODSMILE x animate café Osaka Nihombashi: @animatecafé_npb

Be sure to visit!!

Note that GSC will be entering a Summer break from the 12th to the 15th August 2015! The blog will also be taking a little break, so I’ll see you all next week!!

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(( ・∀・) .。oO(… has a good Summer!)
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Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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Nendoroid Uzuki Shimamura

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Sweet seventeen has always been a kind of magical age to me! A second year high-school student… I wonder what I was doing back at that age…

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

Nendoroid Uzuki Shimamura!

From the popular anime series ‘THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS’ comes a Nendoroid of Uzuki Shimamura wearing her school uniform! She comes with three different expression parts including a cute standard expression, a cheerful smiling expression and a flustered expression for some more comical scenes.

Optional parts include her school bag and a flower for her to hold, allowing for various different scenes from the series to be recreated in Nendoroid size. Be sure to display her together with the previously announced Nendoroid Rin Shibuya and upcoming Nendoroid Mio Honda to display all the New Generation girls together!

Oooooooooohh!! (*´Д`)=з

The idol from 346 Production’s New Generations who is known for her trademark smile is joining the Nendoroids! She is the second New Generations character to join the Nendoroids, following on from the previously announced Nendoroid Rin Shibuya!

Nendoroid Mio Honda is also currently in development!!

(。´-`).。oO(I can’t wait to display them all together!!)

Anyway, let’s get back to Uzuki! This is how she looks from the back!

Her characteristic hair style with one side of her long hair tied up looks great in miniaturized Nendoroid size! This pose also features parts that have her hands held behind her back!

She is posed wearing her cute school uniform with a lovely chequered skirt, as well as her school bag as an optional part to match! (。・ω・)ノ゙

△ The large ribbon on her collar is also very cute! ☆

This allows you to pose her on the way to school, or on the way to the 346 Production offices from school!

The hair tied up on the side is also fitted with a Nendoroid joint allowing for more dynamic poses like this one!

She also comes with her trademark smile and double peace pose! ☆

Aww! She’s so cute!! (´□`。)

This pose and expression just had to be included for Shimamu Just looking at her makes me feel inspired for the day! Her smile is like a bright shining diamond!! ♥︎

Another pose you can recreate using this expression comes from the first episode of the anime series…

The park scene! ♡

A little flower is also included to complete the scene! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

There are many different types of idols out there – Uzuki is the kind that makes her fans feel relaxed and happy just by being there!! (/ω\)

Plus her third expression…!

A flustered expression!

The cute expression she has when her nerves take control! She looks like a little animal about to run into hiding – the expression has a nice comical feeling to it with the twirling eyes and open mouth!

The different expressions allow for all sorts of different sides of Shimamu for fans to enjoy! Recreate your favorite scenes from the anime series or create your very own original situations! ♥︎

Keep Uzuki’s adorable smile all to yourself!

Nendoroid Uzuki Shimamura!

She’ll be up for preorder from the 19th May!

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

A Stamina Drink and hand to hold it!! ♥︎

The bonus is exclusive to the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP, so keep it in mind when ordering! ♪

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This weekend is the…

RED BULL AIR RACE CHIBA 2015!

What is the Red Bull Air Race?

The Red Bull Air Race World Championship is an official World Championship, accredited by the FAI – The World Air Sports Federation.

Since it was officially launched, the Red Bull Air Race World Championship has become globally renowned as the fastest and most exhilarating motor-sport on the planet.

Devised by the Red Bull sports think-tank, the initial goal was to create the most advanced aerial challenge the world had ever seen; what has evolved into the Red Bull Air Race we know today has far exceeded any original expectations.

It is a visual spectacle unlike any other. A combination of high speed, low altitude and extreme manoeuvrability make it only accessible to the world’s most exceptional pilots.

12 pilots are competing in the Master Class category in eight races across the globe for the title of 2014 Red Bull Air Race World Champion. The objective is to navigate an aerial racetrack featuring air-filled pylons in the fastest possible time, incurring as few penalties as possible. Pilots can win World Championship points at each race and the pilot with the most points after the last race of the season becomes the Red Bull Air Race World Champion.

(//www.redbullairrace.com/en_INT/article/about-red-bull-air-race)

To summarize! The Red Bull Air Race the world’s fastest three dimensional aeroplane race!

You can find out more over at the official website below!
//www.redbullairrace.com

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The LoveLive! Color Liquid Eyeliner Special Site Opened Today!

From the popular anime series ‘LoveLive!’ comes a selection of color liquid eyeliners based on the image colors of the μ’s members, as Good Smile Company’s first ever cosmetic product! The design of the eyeliner case is based on the hair accessories, ribbons, neck-ties and other accessories from the ‘Sore wa Bokutachi no Kiseki’ outfits. The eyeliner itself is smooth and easy to apply, but does not fall off easily, keeping your eyes looking vivid and beautiful all day long. It’s a great product for LoveLive! fans, but is also designed for practical use – for special events or just everyday use!

GSC’S first ever cosmetic product! The line-up includes nine different colors!

Natural Orange (Honoka Kosaka): A gentle, easy to use color. Includes hydrolysed honey protein.
Sky Blue (Eli Ayase): For an intellectual, cool gaze. Includes sodium hyaluronate.
Olive Grey (Kotori Minami): A calm and composed color. Includes hydrolyzed silk.
Navy Blue (Umi Sonoda): A darker, subtle color to add charm to the eyes. Includes saxifrage extract.
Sunlight Yellow (Rin Hoshizora): A bright color to freshen up your mood. Includes chamomile flower extract.
Cardinal Red (Maki Nishikino): For a cute and confident look. Includes centifolia flower extract.
Pansy Purple (Nozomi Tojo): Sexy and mysterious. Includes Japanese green gentian extract.
Leaf Green (Hanayo Koizumi): For a gentle, ladylike apperance. Includes aloe vera leaf extract.
Hot Pink (Nico Yazawa): A color ready for a party! Girly and fun! Includes peach leaf extract.

△ Release is planned for July!

 

These items will be available in animate stores and ACOS Ikebukuro and Akihabara stores. animate Online will also be taking orders!

☆ animate: //www.animate.co.jp/
☆ ACOS: //www.acos.me/
☆ animate Online Shop: //www.animate-onlineshop.jp/

 

*Please contact stores directly with purchase inquiries.

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Finally a live broadcast notice! (。・ω・)ノ゙

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Hatsune Miku no Jikan 8

Date: 22nd May from 19:00~
URL: //live.nicovideo.jp/watch/lv221172984

Contents:

– Magical Mirai Time –

Budoukan Live! Information about the Hatsune Miku event taking place on the 4th – 6th September, Magical Mirai 2015!

– Time with Mikudayo –

Information regarding the upcoming game Hatsune Miku Project mirai DX! ♪

– New Products Time – 

A look at the upcoming Hatsune Miku-related products!

– Snow Miku Time –

The vote taken during this section will decide the 2016 Nendoroid Snow Miku Outfit! What will the final design be?!

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It’s already that time of year again!!

Time for the fans votes to decide the fate of this year’s Snow Miku!! ♥︎ 

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I get the feeling lots of new items will be up for preorder next week!

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Anyway, that’s all for today!
See you all again next week!!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

 

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© 2013 プロジェクトラブライブ!

FREEing’s IDOLM@STER: Yukata Ver. Figures!

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

The continuous cold days make me wish I could just curl up in a ball by the warm kotatsu all day! The problem is I don’t even own a kotatsu at home… but if I did I’m pretty sure I’d never move away from it!

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

Miki Hoshii: Yukata Ver. 

The natural idol Miki Hoshii in a beautiful yukata!

From the popular anime series ‘THE IDOLM@STER’ comes a figure of Miki Hoshii wearing a yukata! The super idol that always takes things at her own pace has been sculpted in an energetic pose that shows off her playful personality for fans to enjoy.

Both Takane Shijou and Chihaya Kisaragi are also scheduled to be joining the ‘Y-STYLE’ series of yukata figures soon, so look forward to them too!

Ooooooooooooohhh!! (/ω\)

A lovely lime green colored yukata to match Miki’s image color, and a brilliant smile brought together as a lovely 1/8th scale figure! ♪

The energetic pose with one leg up in the air also captures her innocent and playful personality nicely!

Not to mention the lovely curves you can make out even under the yukata!

You also get a nice little peek at her calf through the gap made where her leg is lifted up! (/ω・\)*peek*

Outfits that don’t show much skin make the little peeks all the more beautiful! ♥ Also take note of the sandal in her hand, the hair accessory and other little details!

Miki Hoshii: Yukata Ver.!

She is currently up for preorder! ♪

Orders at the GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP are open until the 21st January at 21:00JST! φ(.. )

GSC Online: http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/frescawd00070.html

But that’s not all for today! I’m also going to be taking a look at an item that went up for preorder today… the charming…

Takane Shijou: Yukata Ver.!

The idol with a refined, noble air about her – Takane Shijou wearing her yukata!

From the popular anime ‘THE IDOLM@STER’ comes a figure of Takane Shijou wearing a yukata! She has been sculpted in a captivating pose that shows off her mature side, proving that even idols who are new to the scene can be just as charming as the best!

Miki Hoshii: Yukata Ver. has already been announced, and Chihaya Kisaragi: Yukata Ver. will be announced shortly, so be sure to collect all your favorite idols in the ‘Y-STYLE’ yukata series!

Ooohh… ( *゚Д゚)

I’m almost speechless at her beauty… the combination of Takane, Japanese clothes and the umbrella come together to make such an elegant piece of art! ♪

Takane always had a very mature charm to her, but this outfit and pose just bring it out even more!!

The tightly wrapped feeling from her hips down to her knees is also beautifully done!  (●´ω`●)

You can really enjoy the her beautiful body – perhaps some of the best proportions of all the idols! Another great work of art, FREEing!!

Enjoy Takane with an extra dash of Japanese style! ♡

Takane Shijou: Yukata Ver.

She is up for preorder from today! 

Orders at the GOOD SMILE ONLINE Shop will be open until the 4th February at 21:00JST! ♡

GSC Online: http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/top/frescawd00072.html
 

But there’s more…!

As I am sure most of you can tell even from the back, the next of the idols to be joining the set is…

Displaying all three of them together really brings out the atmosphere of a Summer festival! (*´Д`)=з

A cute yukata with morning glory flowers and goldfish!

Chihaya Kisaragi: Yukata Ver.

Yahoooooo!!! (*´Д`)=з

Her blue image color is also used very effectively in the yukata design, with both ponytail tied up by a big red ribbon – the same red as her sash!!

Somehow compared to the other two she definitely looks less experienced with wearing a yukata…

Let’s take a look at the back! ☆

The general shape of her body can easily be determined through her yukata, and the little glimpses of pale skin by her neck and slightly raised feet are lovely!…(´□`。)

The creases all over the yukata also look magnificent – the kind of creases you only see on Japanese-style outfits!

A lovely gentle smile ready to enjoy the festival! 

Chihaya Kisaragi: Yukata Ver.

She’ll be up for preorder sometime this month!

Loads of figures for IDOLM@STER fans to look forward to! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

I also look forward to what characters will come next in FREEing’s Y-STYLE series!!

There is also a lovely magical girl dressed up in her yukata currently up for preorder! (●´ω`●)ゞ

☆ Mami Tomoe: Yukata Ver.

Orders for her are also open until the 21st January!

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


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( ・∀・) .。0 (Who will be next…)
oノ∧つ⊂)
( ( ・∀・).。0 (…to join the yukata series!!)
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と__)__)

Anyway, see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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Nendoroid Petite: IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Stage 02

W-What do we have here…!? (゚A゚;)


Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I was wandering around the offices when I came across a box filled with rather adorable looking idols!!

For some reason I thought it would look better to have one box up vertically for this photo! Today I’m going to be taking a look at a product that reached our wholesalers yesterday and should be on sale shortly…

Nendoroid Petite:
IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Stage 02


These girls are detailed and packed with volume that it’s hard to see them as Nendoroid Petites! ♪

They’re also filled with so much cute!! ♡

This is how the look from the back!


The two ‘special’ outfits along with Ranko’s umbrella have an amazing presence!! Let’s take a closer look at them one-by-one! (`・ω・´)

Ranko Kanzaki!
“Kukuku… my spirit is raging!”

Her black, Gothic-style outfit is filled with lovely frills and the black umbrella pulls it all together perfectly! ♡ Her lines may seem a little over the top, but behind them is an honest heart that anyone is sure to love!

Uzuki Shimamura
“Let’s get out there and have some fun!”

She has recently been transformed into a ‘New Generation Ver.’ scale figure, but the Nendoroid Petite is wearing a uniform and gives her a much more mature feeling! The blazer really suits her nicely! (*´Д`)

Mika Jougasaki
“Hehehe, whaddya think of me today?”

Just as cute as always!! Although I’m certain I’d never have the confidence to approach someone like her in real life, I feel perfectly safe with a hand-sized Nendoroid Petite version of her! (´∀`*)

Miku Maekawa
“Just look how cute my moe fang is~! ☆”

(゜ω゜)(。_。)(゜ω゜)(。_。) (*Nodding in agreement)

Not only the moefang… but the combination of that with the kitty pose is almost too much at once!! Not to mention that the special outfit version of her also includes cat ears and a tail!! Moe overload!! (;・∀・)


It’s a little hard to see in the photo, but if you look up close you can see even her garter belt has been carefully sculpted! ♡ The mike stand is also unbelievably intricate!

Kirari Moroboshi
“Kirarin! ☆”

ξ*’ω’)ξ< Nyowah!

A colorful outfit as well as an adorable mouth! Today’s final idol is Kirarin!! ♪
Her height doesn’t matter too much as a Nendo Petite!

She also comes with an alternate costume version… it’s filled with tasty sweets and looks like something out of a fairytale! ★

She’s… so… cute!!! ヽ(o´・∀・)人(・∀・`o)ノ

Pudding, candy, ice-cream, donuts… who could possibly resist! She looks delicious is more ways than one… <●><●>

I decided I had to display her together with this famous Kirari figure… Dekacchu Kirari Moroboshi!♡


She’s… so… huge!!

It’s a little strange to see the same character at such varying sizes, but no matter what the size she is always adorable! Plus she’s still growing!!

That brings us to an end of Stage 2! A total of seven figures to collect consisting of five characters and two special costumes! (;´∀`)
Which Cinderella Girl is your favorite? Mine is definitely Ranko-chan! I love her over-the-top lines!!

Adorable idols in the palm of your hand! ♡

Nendoroid Petite:
IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Stage 02


They should be on sale in stores from today!

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Notice Time!

Murakami’s Japan Tour has almost come to an end! I’m sure many of you have managed to get your hands on the Nendoroid Petite Mikudayo!

The very first event where Mikudayo was on sale was none other than the Hatsune Miku: Magical Mirai 2013 event… which is now officially getting a Blu-ray and DVD release!! ♡

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Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2013

Release Date: 2014/02/19 (Fri)
Blu-ray Limited Edition: ¥8,800 (Excl. Tax)
DVD Limited Edition: ¥7,800 (Excl. Tax)
*The limited edition includes a Special Features Disc, Live Pamphlet:
Package ver., Miku Origami: Package Ver., special box and jacket.

DVD Standard Edition: ¥4,800 (Excl. Tax)
More Details Here:
http://s.mxtv.jp/magicalmirai2013/package.php
http://www.kadokawa-pictures.jp/official/miku_magical_mirai2013/
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I went to see the event live and it was an amazing experience!

MEIKO-neesan was fantastic and I really regretted not bringing any red glowsticks for her! I also personally really loved the ‘Last Night,Good Night (Re:Dialed)’ performance by Miku!! (*´▽`*)

Next time I’ll be sure to have glowsticks of all colors… ( – ェ-)φ
You can reserve your copy of the Blu-ray or DVD in stores now!

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


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 ( ・∀・)   .。0(Kirari’s special outfit made me feel like some pudding…!)
 ( ∪ ∪
 と_)__)

 
Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!
 
Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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Nendoroid Petite: THE IDOLM@STER 2 Million Dreams Ver. – Stage 02

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I bring you one of three different blogs all featuring IDOLM@STER!!
You can find the other two here, but unfortunately in Japanese only!

· figma Blog: http://ameblo.jp/figma/
· Phat! Company Staff Blog: http://ameblo.jp/phatcompany/

I’ll be taking a close look at a set of adorable idols…
Nendoroid Petite: THE IDOLM@STER 2
Million Dreams Ver. – Stage 02 ♡


(*The stage is my own personal item and isn’t included!)

The popular Nendoroid Petites from ‘THE IDOLM@STER 2’ are back again, this time featuring the idols in their ‘Million Dreams’ outfits! This second set includes another seven idols to add to your collection, including Miki Hoshii, Iori Minase, Yukiho Hagiwara, Azusa Miura, Ami Futami, Hibiki Ganaha and Kotori Otonashi. The alternate colored outfits will help you produce your cutest concert ever!

The second set has arrived! (`・ω・´)

In the original stage two the secret character was Kotori-chan, and she is of course included in the Million Dreams set too! ♥

This is how they look from the back! ♪

Let’s take a closer look at them one-by-one! ヘ(゚∀゚*)ノ

– Kotori Otonashi –

The beautiful office worker of 765 Pro! Definitely an idol at heart though!

The gap of skin between her stockings and skirt is beautiful and the tight skirt itself suits her very nicely! ♪

– Hibiki Ganaha –

The cheerful girl from the South who believes everything’ll all work out even in the toughest of times!


The super energetic animal loving idol! Her ponytail is fitted with a ball joint for some extra posing options! The two strands of hair sticking out from her head are also faithfully included! ♪

– Yukiho Hagiwara –

Often seen cowering away the corner, but definitely still stands out as a true idol!

The kind of idol that everyone falls in love with as they want to protect her! ♡ Her cowardly, crybaby personality is what makes her special! She’s also doesn’t do well with dogs… just like me! ^^;

– Futami Ami –

One step ahead in the battle between twins!
The Futami twin who’s almost too cute!


Following on from Mami-chan in stage one comes Ami-chan in stage two!♥ Her outfit is the same as Mami’s, except for the necklace which features a star on Ami! I love displaying twins together with each other!

– Miki Hoshii –

The cute little devil who let’s her amazing talent go to waste!

Even as a Nendoroid Petite she has a rather sexy look! Her stomach area shows off so much skin! (*ノェノ)

– Azusa Miura –

The idol with a smile and body that can calm anyone down!

Any girl that looks good with shortcut hair always looks beautiful in my books! The gentle and calm Azusa-san has many fans here in the GSC offices! I want her to keep me company 24/7! (`・ω・´)

– Iori Minase –

Making her angry can become a habit… the cute but selfish princess!

The cute little devil with a haughty and selfish side! I love both sides of her personality though! ♥ She’s also a character with a rather large forehead… quite rare in the figure world!

Let’s display them together with the girls from Stage 01! (*・ω・)人(・ω・*)

All together they take up quite an impressive amount of space…! Just with these two sets I feel my desk has become a brighter place… not to mention a more relaxing workspace! (*´Д`)

But today I’m going to focus a little more on two of these characters…!

Chihaya Kisaragi and Iori Minase!

Both will have new figures announced tomorrow!

These are by Max Factory and Phat! Company respectively! ♥

 
First up we have figma Chihaya Kisaragi ☆

This expression has already been revealed… I look forward to seeing what other expressions she comes with! She’s so cute!!

I hope this means we can expect the other characters as figmas too!

Plus the… 1/8th Scale Iori Minase! ☆

The second figure to be based off the BD/DVD illustrations from the IDOLM@STER anime! This product photo is amazing… it really makes you think you can see them but you really can’t! 😛 The lovely floating pose also looks great… I want to take a look at her from all sorts of angles! |д゚)

That means there are three IDOLM@STER products being going up for preorder tomorrow! ♪ All the producers out there are in for a treat!

Nendoroid Petite: THE IDOLM@STER 2
Million Dreams Ver. – Stage 02
as well as…


figma Chihaya Kisaragi and Iori Minase will be up for preorder tomorrow!

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/Kahotan’s Inner Voice\


  ∧_∧
 (。´∀`)   .。0(I wanna collect all the pretty idols together!!)
 ( ∪ ∪
 と_)__)

 
Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!
 
Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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