Believe it or not, these aren’t anime drawings–they’re stunning Gundam models
The world of plastic Mobile Suit Gundam (referred to as Gunpla, a portmanteau of “Gundam” and “plastic model”) is filled with talented hobbyists, but professional…
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Char Aznable takes over McDonald’s Japan with Gundam burgers and drinks
Just when you thought McDonald’s Japan tangy Shin Ultraman burgers were big enough, they’ve decided to take the burger battle to space, and with some…
Grandma in her 70’s wows with first ever Gundam models she makes to connect to grandchildren
For fans of Mobile Suit Gundam, outside of watching the iconic anime series, there’s probably no more defining hobby than building “Gunpla” (a portmanteau of…
Cosplayer’s amazing Gundam transports Mobile Suits into the real world
Cosplay can be challenging endeavor no matter what character you’re trying to pull off, but recreating any of the epic suits from iconic anime Mobile…
Modeler’s Gundam bonsai sculptures look like the ruins of an epic ancient battle
Many who craft plastic Mobile Suit Gundam models (often shortened to “Gunpla” in Japanese) are able to add a special something that adds a whole…
Japanese hobbyist crafts stunning mechanized Gundam figure out of LEGO
The world of “Gunpla” (a portmanteau of “Gundam” and “plastic model”) Mobile Suit Gundam models in Japan is filled with talented hobbyists. We’ve seen many…
Bandai releases stylish Mobile Suit Gundam sneakers
Mobile Suit Gundam has always dominated the plastic model world, but thanks to a recent celebration of its 40th anniversary, we’ve seen its merchandise kingdom…
Brew Gundam green tea with Zaku head Japanese traditional cast iron kettles
Iconic anime Mobile Suit Gundam has featured quite a few amazing designs, but that of the MS-06 Zaku II seems to have a natural affinity…
Bandai’s new Gunpla Recycling Project aims to make reusable Gundam model kits
Referred to as Gunpla (a portmanteau of “Gundam” and “plastic model”), plastic Mobile Suit Gundam models have been a mainstay of Bandai’s contribution to the…
Become your favorite Gundam with Bandai’s new shirt, boxer, and socks Mobile Suit sets
With giant Gundam tofu heads, https://grapeejapan.com/158828, and a new high-priced model made from “Gundarium alloy“, it’s been quite easy for fans of Mobile Suit Gundam…
Bandai releases premium stainless steel Mobile Suit Gundam drinking bottles
Having recently celebrated its 40th anniversary, iconic anime series Mobile Suit Gundam has seen quite a bit of interesting goods released to mark the occasion….
Japan’s new life-size moving Gundam statue unveiled in full dramatic glory
Japan has had more than one full scale Mobile Suit Gundam statue, but the 18-meter (59-foot) full scale statue of the iconic anime’s original original…
Gundam and French cookware brand, Le Creuset, team up for stylish wine cooler sleeves
When the show first aired back in 1979, no one knew that Mobile Suit Gundam would still be relevant in pop culture 40 years on….
Modeler spends 4 years making Gundam diorama and it’s a work of art
Plastic modeling is a hobby in Japan that requires a lot of time and effort, but there are some hobbyists that go above and beyond…
New “Gundarium Alloy” Gundam model clocks in at over $2,000
“Gunpla” (a portmanteau of “Gundam” and “plastic model”) refers to the Mobile Suit Gundam hobbyist model and figure kits manufactured by Bandai, and the company…