Toy collectors, it's been a while since our toy exploration team went on an adventure! This time, our destination is a place where you can admire a massive collection of toys without the crowds. Today, we're visiting the "Hobby Monster Annex," a display space created by Hobby Toy that's truly a toy museum!
Located on Zhengzhou Road in Taipei, the "Hobby Monster Annex" boasts an extensive array of toys from American, European, Japanese, Hong Kong, and other brands. It features popular Japanese IPs like "One Piece," "Dragon Ball," "Demon Slayer," "Pokémon," "Neon Genesis Evangelion," and "Godzilla," alongside major Western pop culture franchises such as MARVEL and DC superheroes, "Star Wars," and "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles." The collection spans everything from palm-sized model cars, prize figures, action figures, and 12-inch collector-grade figures to large-scale statues and intricately detailed prop replicas. It's truly a spectacular sight.
Another major highlight of the "Hobby Monster Annex" is its unmanned smart exhibition hall format. When you're admiring the cool toys, you don't have to worry about being watched by staff, allowing you to freely linger in front of the toy displays.
▼ Simply scan the QR Code to enter through the gate – how cool! (Details on how to obtain the QR Code will be provided at the end of the article.)
▼ Upon entering, visitors are immediately greeted by a life-sized "Robot Soldier" statue from "Total Recall," delivering a powerful visual impact right from the start!
▼ The life-sized Venom statue truly has a different kind of presence!
▼ An entire wall filled with BE@RBRICK figures!
▼ One of the editor's personal favorites: the Pokémon Trading Card Game cards neatly stored in card bricks – absolutely fantastic!
▼ Creations by Michael Lau, known as the "Figure Godfather" and an absolute legend in the toy world, are also extensively displayed here!
Next, we arrive at the circular central courtyard. The main area features life-sized statues of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, surrounded by an impressive array of statues and action figures. The luxurious lineup is not only categorized by IP but also astonishingly showcases various toys centered around specific characters!
▼ Displaying Deadpool and Green Lantern together certainly gives off a strong sense of mischievous humor.
Next up is the second-floor space, separated from the first-floor exhibition area by a small passage and stairs! Be brave and walk in from Hanamichi Sakuragi's right side.
The second floor prominently features "Dragon Ball" and "One Piece," with entire walls packed with prize figures and PVC finished figures – it's absolutely incredible!
▼ Nearby, you'll find a large Doraemon figure and an adorable EVA Unit-01 in FUNKO POP! Vinyl style.
The sci-fi epic "Star Wars" has its own dedicated exhibition area, featuring a super luxurious lineup of exhibits primarily from Hot Toys and Sideshow!
▼ The Star Wars-themed chess set is incredibly high-quality!
Finally, we have important visitor information for the "Hobby Monster Annex." By participating in the "Ichiban Kuji" capsule toy game (NT$200) at the Hobby Toy OUTLET STORE Zhengzhou branch, you can win a redemption ticket from a special capsule machine. This ticket not only grants you an entry QR Code for the "Hobby Monster Annex" but also allows you to claim a prize at the Hobby Toy store counter!
▼ After exploring the Hobby Monster Annex, are you itching to add to your collection? Right next door is the Hobby Toy OUTLET STORE, ready for you to shop 'til you drop!
