On April 19, a new theme park dedicated to Mobile Suit Gundam is opening in Japan. The small theme park will offer exhibits that allow visitors to experience the famed mecha. More »
Holy crap! China reworked Gundam Seed, and a bunch of other things, into this mind-melting cartoon extravaganza. More »
Robots are badass! You know that. I know that. Everybody knows that. But in basking in their awesomeness, we’ve forgotten something important: their backsides. More »
March 11, 2011 was a horrible day. Japan was ravaged by a powerful earthquake and tsunami, resulting in destruction and death. Tokyo felt it, sure, but areas like Fukushima were hit hardest. More »
The Gunpla Builders World Cup 2011 is the world cup of Gunpla, or Gundam plastic model-building. With entries from countries all over the world, spanning two divisions (one for over-15s and the other for under-14s), it showcases the most stunning Gunpla in the world. More »
The stereotype is that Gundam is for males. That it’s only men in their forties and thirties who build Gundam models. The stereotype is wrong. Don’t believe me? More »
You’ve already seen the best Gundam models made by Japanese fans. Now, you get to see some of the best Gundam models in the world. Lucky you! More »
Starting today, the Tamashii Nation 2011 figure event kicked off in Akihabara. Wrapping up on Nov. 27, the event showcases upcoming plastic figurines. More »
Many a Tokyo visitor has asked me, “Brian, where can I see the giant Gundam?” I always tell them, “Random person, you cannot see it anymore. It’s gone.” Next year, that will change. The giant Gundam is coming back. More »
Ishikawa is famous for its lacquer ware. For centuries, skilled craftsmen have produced Yamanaka lacquer ware. Bowls and dishes are most traditional. Gundam models are not. More »
