Toy fans in Central Taiwan, the wait is over! Following "TAMASHII Features 2023 in TAIWAN" held in Taipei this past May, the BANDAI SPIRITS Collectors Division is now heading to Taichung. No need to envy Taipei's toy fans anymore—collectors in Central Taiwan will have the chance to get a first look at hundreds of exciting new products, including many new items not shown in Taipei! In addition, there are multiple gifts and awesome event-exclusive items prepared on-site! Toy fans in Central Taiwan, be sure to seize this opportunity and come experience this spectacular exhibition in person!
TAMASHII POP UP SPOT in Taichung
Exhibition Dates: 6/17 (Sat) - 6/25 (Sun) 11:00-19:00 (Last entry at 18:30)
Location: Taichung Railway Cultural Park
Taichung Station (Old Taichung Station) & Tielu Street A2
This year's "TAMASHII POP UP SPOT in Taichung" moves to the Taichung Railway Cultural Park for the first time, offering a larger venue space to display even more blockbuster new products for a more comfortable viewing experience. The exhibition features numerous super-popular collectible toy themes, including "One Piece," "Dragon Ball," "Jujutsu Kaisen," "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba," "Naruto," "SPY x FAMILY," and the newly animated "Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku"! Not only does it bring together many rare and out-of-production items from the past, but it also features several new products never before seen in Taipei, making their debut in Taiwan!
Upon entering the venue, the first thing you'll see is "Naruto," one of the big three of JUMP comics, allowing toy fans to admire many spectacular past works all at once. The main highlight is the debut of the latest creation - the "Uzumaki Naruto -BORUTO- Kizuna Relation" PVC painted figure. It utilizes a large amount of translucent material to create the powerful Nine-Tails effect parts, along with Naruto in his Kurama Mode featuring a golden gradient paint application. Seeing the actual product in person, you can truly feel the incredibly high production quality of this piece!
Next up is the One Piece section, which showcases several large, dynamic pieces. In addition, the long-running and best-selling S.H.Figuarts articulated figure series is also displaying its latest works: you can get a sneak peek at the prototypes for Monkey D. Luffy -The Raid on Onigashima- and Roronoa Zoro -The Raid on Onigashima-.
With the renewed craze sparked by the new "BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War" anime, "BLEACH" is back in the spotlight. At this event, you can see the yet-to-be-released samples of "Renji Abarai" and "Ichigo Kurosaki -Tensa Zangetsu-."
"SPY x FAMILY," which exploded in popularity in 2022 due to its anime broadcast, has a full lineup of products from various series on display. Whether it's the accessible and easy-to-collect Q-version figures, the articulated figures with diverse playability, or the atmospheric PVC painted figures, you can see them all in one go!
From the newly animated "Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku," popular protagonists "Gabimaru" and "Yamada Asaemon Sagiri" get the fastest-ever figure treatment in the Figuarts mini series!
"Chainsaw Man," which also created a sensation with its anime release last October, has already launched several spectacular products of different types! The latest S.H.Figuarts articulated figure, "Katana Man," and the Figuarts ZERO "Chainsaw Man" are both new items being exhibited for the first time and are definitely worth seeing!
The timeless classic "Dragon Ball," with its enduring popularity, is of course also present. From the dynamic and powerful Figuarts ZERO series to the versatile and playable S.H.Figuarts series, many new products are on display. "Orange Piccolo" and "Son Gohan BEAST" are both must-see, unreleased new items.
A grand gathering of the "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba" series! Seeing the entire Figuarts mini lineup assembled is just so satisfying! And you absolutely cannot miss the first-ever reveal of the "Figuarts ZERO Mitsuri Kanroji"!
Fans of "Jujutsu Kaisen," are you still hesitating about which figure to get? The complete S.H.Figuarts, Figuarts mini, and Figuarts ZERO series are all here, allowing you to admire them up close. Even the "Yuta Okkotsu's Katana" from the PROPLICA series is on display!
Bandai's next major cross-media project, "SYNDUALITY," featuring beautiful girls piloting giant robots, is set to launch an anime on Disney+ and a third-person mecha shooter video game. This event offers a sneak peek at the S.H.Figuarts articulated figure of the main character, "Noir."
The "Ultraman" section also features a variety of products. Whether you're a fan of the new or classic series, you can admire all the latest collectibles. Last year's hot new series, the TAMASHII NATIONS BOX line, is also showcasing a prototype of "Ultraman ARTlized -To the End of the Galaxy-."
The "Kamen Rider" series is centered around the movie "Shin Kamen Rider" and "Kamen Rider Geats." The Cyclone from "Shin Kamen Rider," the Kamen Rider Geats Magnum Boost Form & Fever Form accessory parts, and Kamen Rider Na-Go Beat Form are all unreleased new items available for a sneak peek.
A final battle scene that Marvel fans will definitely want to treasure: Iron Man Mark 85 & Thanos "FIVE YEARS LATER～2023" EDITION. The latest samples of both figures are displayed together.
For Spider-Man fans, not only are there new products from the highly anticipated animated film "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," but also displays of the three classic Spider-Men from "No Way Home" and Venom vs. Carnage!
In addition to series from various popular IPs, the S.H.Figuarts articulated figure line also showcases many works from its celebrity series.
The Soul of Chogokin GX-103 "MFS-3 Type 3 Kiryu" is displayed alongside an original signed illustration by designer Shinji Nishikawa, as well as his autograph on the packaging. This is a dream collectible for any kaiju fan!
The dream collaboration between Japan's two major toy brands, BANDAI and TAKARA TOMY - the Chogokin Liger Zero!
The Anno Universe assembles! We believe many toy collectors will want to collect and display the full set like this!
The ultimate collection for Mazinger Z fans! The DX Soul of Chogokin "Mazinger Z 50th Anniversary Ver." is packed with incredible internal mechanical details—it's just so satisfying!
The Soul of Chogokin "Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger" series is finally getting a re-release! This is sure to excite many fans who missed out back in the day. You absolutely must seize this chance to get them!
The hands-on trial booth, which was extremely popular at TAMASHII Features 2023 in Taipei, is also available at this limited-time pop-up event in Taichung! Toy fans who haven't tried it must experience the fun of the S.H.Figuarts articulated figure series for themselves!
The dream item for many Gundam fans - "METAL STRUCTURE Kaitai-Shou-Ki." Both the RX-93 ν Gundam and the Sazabi are on display together! Even if you couldn't get one, don't worry—come to the event and experience just how incredible the real things are in person!
The Tamashii Web Shop, which fans have a love-hate relationship with, also has its own dedicated display area.
With the copyright disputes finally settled, a plethora of spectacular "Macross" products are waiting for fans to collect! The complete TINY SESSION series is all here, and it's just so adorable!
The long-running, best-selling ROBOT SPIRITS ver. A.N.I.M.E. series is also showcasing many classic works and new releases.
And of course, how could we miss the latest anime, "Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury"?
The best-selling Gundam collectible series, METAL ROBOT SPIRITS and METAL BUILD, are displaying many popular items.
You absolutely can't miss the event perks! Just scan the QR code at the venue and complete the designated task to receive an exquisite small gift! Purchase any item from the Figuarts mini Demon Slayer series on-site to get a bonus "Paper Theater," or buy any ROBOT SPIRITS ver. A.N.I.M.E. series product to receive a "Tamashii STAGE & Effect Parts" set! These deluxe limited gifts are available in limited quantities, so toy fans must seize this opportunity!
The merchandise sales area is just a 3-minute walk from the exhibition hall, and many enthusiastic fans were already lining up early! In addition to the limited-edition products, the deluxe event-exclusive bonuses are also a prime target for many attendees. After enjoying the exhibition, don't forget that you can purchase a variety of spectacular products directly here! On the way to the sales area, there are also many large standees set up for toy fans to take commemorative photos with.
With its rich and exciting exhibition content, deluxe limited-edition items, and various perks, toy fans in Central Taiwan must make time for this event. Don't miss this year's "TAMASHII POP UP SPOT in Taichung"!
TAMASHII POP UP SPOT in Taichung
Exhibition Dates: 6/17 (Sat) - 6/25 (Sun) 11:00-19:00 (Last entry at 18:30)
Location: Taichung Railway Cultural Park
Taichung Station (Old Taichung Station) & Tielu Street A2