Popular MS have been rearranged and have multiple variations. Older versions are still sold together, and you can choose the version you prefer, including proportions. You can check all the versions for the MS of each series in the link below.
Entry ticket Numbered tickets, SSame-day tickets) and Entrance prior lottery
The entry methods to Gundam Base Tokyo
Regarding the entry methods to Gundam Base Tokyo, the rules vary depending on the day as follows:
Open all day
On these days, there are no specific restrictions, and anyone can enter freely.
However, if it becomes extremely crowded, Entry tickets ( Numbered tickets, Same-day tickets ) may be distributed in front of the store on the 7th floor, and admission may be limited. Entry may be allowed from the time specified on the Entry ticket ( Numbered tickets, Same-day tickets ), but in cases of extreme crowding, admission may not be possible.
Recommended Tips for Entering the Store : Arrive at the store about an hour before the opening time. If numbered tickets are not being distributed, wait in line in front of the store. If tickets are being distributed, make sure to get one. This will increase your chances of being able to enter the store. Opening hours are 11:00 AM on weekdays, and 10:00 AM on weekends or holidays.
Open to all after 12 p.m.
On such days, ‘an prior lottery’ is required until 12:00 PM, but after 12:00 PM, anyone can enter freely.
Open to all after 1 p.m.
On such days, ‘an prior lottery’ is required until 1:00 PM, but after 1:00 PM, anyone can enter freely.
Open to all after 3 p.m.
On such days, ‘an prior lottery’ is required until 3:00 PM, but after 3:00 PM, anyone can enter freely.
However, even after 3:00 PM, if it becomes extremely crowded, Entry tickets ( Numbered tickets, Same-day tickets ) may be distributed in front of the store on the 7th floor, and admission may be limited. Entry may be allowed from the time specified on the Entry ticket ( Numbered tickets, Same-day tickets ), but in cases of extreme crowding, admission may not be possible.
Recommended Tips for Entering the Store after 3:00 PM Arrive at the store about 2:00 PM. If numbered tickets are not being distributed, wait in line in front of the store. If tickets are being distributed, make sure to get one. This will increase your chances of being able to enter the store.
Winners only all day
On days when high attendance is expected or during special events, only those who win ‘the prior lottery’ will be allowed to enter.
Business Hours Weekdays: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Weekends & Holidays: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
*source : https://www.gundam-base.net/news/63785.html THE GUNDAM BASE TOKYO has admission restrictions on certain days. Details on the admission process are listed on the official website, but only partial English translations are provided.
On days when Gundam Base Tokyo is crowded, numbered tickets with available entry times will be distributed in front of the store. If you do not receive a numbered ticket and arrive at the front of the store at the listed entry time, you will not be able to enter the store. If you go to get a numbered ticket in the afternoon on a busy day, the numbered tickets for that day may have already been distributed and you may not be able to enter the store on that day. Therefore, on days when crowds are expected to be high, such as Japanese holidays, we recommend that you go to the store in the morning to get a numbered ticket. When numbered tickets are distributed, TOKYO GUNDAM BASE announces that they are distributed at the following link with the following symbol. For translation, please use your browser’s translate function.
The official website where the method for the prior lottery is described. https://www.gundam-base.net/news/55669.html For languages other than Japanese, please use the translation features of Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge.
The application site for the prior lottery will be displayed by clicking this button on the following link. https://www.gundam-base.net/news/63785.html To apply, you will need either an Apple ID or a Google account. If you do not have an Apple or Google account, please create one in advance before applying.
Start Time for Prior Lottery Applications (Regular Schedule)
The prior lottery application for Friday admission begins at 6:00 PM on the Monday of the previous week.
The prior lottery application for Saturday admission begins at 6:00 PM on the Tuesday of the previous week.
The prior lottery application for Sunday admission begins at 6:00 PM on the Wednesday of the previous week.
During long holidays such as the New Year period or national holidays, the start date for prior lottery applications may change without notice.
How to Check the Stock at Gundam Base Tokyo
The stock at Gundam Base Tokyo is replenished according to the release dates of new products or restocking schedules. On days like the Monday after a holiday, popular items may already be sold out. Therefore, it’s understandable to want to know the stock availability before visiting Gundam Base Tokyo. Here is an explanation of how to check the stock at Gundam Base Tokyo:
This kit is excellent for an HG in that the parts are finely divided and look realistic. Therefore, I tried to emphasize the realistic impression by simple crafting and a little modification.
The Theme of Building
Real Grade Style with Simple Crafting
Gate finishing
After cutting the gate with nippers, smooth the gate marks with a sponge file.
*The nippers I use
*The sponge file I use
Line engraving
The greatest feature of the real grade is the fine division of the armor panels. Therefore, I reproduced the panel divisions by adding line engravings.For simple work, only straight lines were used for the line engravings.
For the line engraving, I used an engraving knife and a guide tape to guide the edge of the blade.
Making holes
I drilled small holes in several places, assuming there would be bolt holes for attaching parts.
*The tool used was this.
Adding Parts
The round molds on the shoulders are too small to ink neatly, so I glued round parts that I purchased separately from the kit.
Before
After
*Here are the parts used.
Parts were added to make the circular shaped parts under the chest stand out.
*Here are the parts used.
Brush Painting
I painted the frame in silver to create the texture of steel.
*Here are the paints I used.
This paint has a realistic gloss after polishing, and even when applied with a brush, it does not show unevenness and gives a beautiful finish.
To emphasize the divided armor panels, I painted some of the panels a little darker than the color of the adjacent panels.
Inking
Ｉ used Tamiya’s special paint for inking.
Decal
Commercially available water transfer decals were applied to increase the amount of visual information.
*The water transfer decals used are these.
Coating
The armor was coated with a matte finish. The frame was coated with a semi-gloss finish to preserve the texture of the painted steel.
*Here is the coating we used.
flat finish
Semi-gloss finish
These coating is not difficult to use and the finish is excellent. It is very easy to use and the finish is excellent.
After completion
A real grade look was achieved through simple crafting.
Amazon has a wide variety of products, sometimes selling items that are out of stock at the actual store or at other online retailers. On the other hand, many products are sold at prices higher than the list price. In the table below, you can see only products that are sold at almost the list price.
Around Akihabara Station, there are several model shops that sell Gundam model kits. Below are some of the stores I visit. The stores always have some model kits on sale.
Popular kits sell out quickly, so even if you go to a store that sells new kits, they often do not have them in stock. In such cases, you can go to a store that sells second-hand kits, which may have it in stock. Second-hand kits are kits that have been sold once but are unassembled. When there is a kit you want, I recommend that you check not only stores that sell new kits, but also stores that sell second-hand kits.
私が秋葉原でガンプラを買う際に利用するお店を紹介致します！
[1] amiami
This store sometimes puts different Gundam model kits on the shelves several times a day.
This store may sell different types of kits than others.
This store has a large inventory of Gundam plastic model kits.
< Store Location > 〒101-0021 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−15−16 Akihabara Radio Kaikan4th floor
This store is located on the 4th floor of Radio Kaikan. And the store is about a 1 minute walk from JR Akihabara Station. Yellow Submarine and VOLKS are located on the same building.
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[2] Yellow Submarine
This store sells parts for Gundam model kits individually. Recommended for those who like kitbash.
This store has a large inventory of Gundam plastic model kits.
< Store Location > 〒101-0021 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−15−16 Akihabara Radio Kaikan 6th floor
This store is located on the 6th floor of Radio Kaikan. And the store is about a 1 minute walk from JR Akihabara Station. Yellow Submarine and amiami are located on the same building.
Because this store is a 10-minute walk from JR Akihabara Station, Gundam plastic model kits that are sold out at stores closer to the station are sometimes sold here. It is a good place to find Gundam models.
Because this store is a 10-minute walk from JR Akihabara Station, Gundam plastic model kits that are sold out at stores closer to the station are sometimes sold here. It is a good place to find Gundam models.
TamTam is a large model store with a large stock of not only Gundam models but also non-Gundam models.
< Store Location > 1-1 Kanda Hanaokacho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0028
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[7] Otachu
The store sells mainly second-hands kits.
If another store does not have a new item in stock, they may have a used item in stock. Prices are often higher than the price of new items, but you may be able to get the kit you want.
< Store Location > Ichigo Akihabara North building 7th floor, 1-15-9 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
[8] Surugaya (Second-hand kits and New kits)
The store sells mainly second-hands kits.
If another store does not have a new item in stock, they may have a used item in stock. Prices are often higher than the price of new items, but you may be able to get the kit you want.
This model has cool exclusive molding colors, so I made use of the molding colors.
The Theme of Building Utilize exterior molding colors !
Parting line finishing
Making holes I drilled small holes in several places, assuming there would be bolt holes for attaching parts.
*The tool used was this.
Adding Parts
Add metal mono eye The monoeye is changed to a metal part to make it more realistic.
Since the metal monoeye are thick, I removed the mono eye shield and glued the metal monoeye to the axis. I think it turned out cool with a simple work.
A larger lens was glued to a metal frame. The edge of the lens can be exposed without being hidden by the metal frame, so I thought it would be cool to make the lens stand out.
Added attitude control thrusters A metal nozzle was added to simulate an attitude control thruster.
