Monthly Archives: June 2017

Tamiya Mini 4WD Japan Cup 2017 Special Commemorative Program & Great Cross Circuit On-Board Camera Videos


Familiar “MC Guts” and “Mini 4 Doctors” introduce the “Great Circuit Circuit 2017” thoroughly used in this Japan Cup. Actually run mini 4WD and explain. Mini 4WD also not to miss even more Latest information introduced. From beginner racer to experienced mini 4WD racer is a must-see content.


00:06 Type-A
03:42 Type-B
07:03 Type-AA
10:24 Type-BB
Great cross circuit the image of a cross-system 2017 type a (er), type a type was cross half under course layout (er) B (Bee) “, these type a (er), type obtained by inverting the course layout type B (Bee) AA (d
Mira), and four of the circuit layout of the type BB (Bimira) “, is scheduled to different circuit appears in every venue that combined with having the four sections variation” double bouncing straight (multi) “.

More information about the Japan Cup 2017 Official course Great Circuit 2017 here.

2017 Tobu Tamiya Modeler’s Contest Work Wanted


The model is hot this summer too!
Signs event of Modeler ‘s Gallery Hosting
We are looking for your masterpiece to blow away the heat!

Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro store opened its 55th anniversary! We will hold the Tamiya Modelers Gallery this year too. We are also looking for works of signboard event “Tobu Tamiya Modelers Contest”. From the car model Military miniature, air craft, mini 4WD, sweet decoration etc. Tamiya contest attracts a wide range not bound by genre. People who saw this year are also waiting for astonishing works.
Check the past of contest winners ￭ | ￭2015￭ | ￭2016￭

☆ We have prepared each awards which we will choose from our own perspective such as Tobu Prize, Tamiya Prize, Wax Solving Award and each cooperating publisher award. Please come and join us. I am waiting for your masterpiece not to be defeated by summer heat.

For details please see ” Request for application (PDF) “.

■ Work acceptance Application reception
Saturday, July 8 – July 17 (Monday, congratulation) 10:00 ~ 19:00 (There are no holidays during the period)
Strict observance of application notice, Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro store Please bring your work directly to the 8F Func. Special Counter “Tobu Tamiya Modelers Contest”. ※ You can not accept by mailing etc.

■ Exhibition
Tamiya
Modelers’ Gallery Venue　: Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro Store · Main Building 8F Festival
Duration: July 26 (Thu) – August 1 (Tue) Opening Hours * The last day is closed at 17:00

■ Awards Ceremony
7 Tuesday 29th (Sat) Tamiya
Modelers’ Gallery Venue : Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro Store · Main Building 8F Faction Hall
(For those who won the prize, we will contact you in advance.)

■ Inquiries about products and work applications
Tamiya “Tobu Tamiya Modeler’s Contest” Section
TEL 054-281-2866

■ Inquiries for work acceptance Tobu
Department Store Ikebukuro store
Tel 03-5951-8664 Telephone reception hours: 10:00 ~ 18:30

Very rare vintage kit from Tamiya Mokei House Model Series

Source: Twitter @Endkey and comment:
Here is the most precious # niche plamo in my collection . Midget house of Tamiya. A styrofoam model born in the transition from wooden to plastic model with an item more than 50 years ago. Although it is in Tamiya historical hall in Shizuoka, personal possession is rare. Mr. Tamaki Tamiya, current chairman, said in a book “It could not be sold at all”.

New Tamiya Item Release list for July 2017

R/C Models
　58646　　1/18 R/C Konghead 6×6 (G6-01)
　47350　　1/10 R/C Top-Force (2017)
　47355　　1/10 R/C Dual Ridge Black Metallic (TT-02B)
　47359　　1/10 R/C Tyrrell P34 Six Wheeler 1976 Japan GP Special Edition
　42313　　Large Shim Set for Gear Differentials
　54761　　M-07 Concept Carbon Damper Stay (Front)
　54762　　M-07 Concept Carbon Damper Stay (Rear)
　54763　　M-07 Concept Aluminum Steering Arms (L/R)
　54764　　M-07 Concept Aluminum Steering Bridge
　54772　　TA07 Ballast Weight (137x23mm/25g)

Scale Models
　31460　　1/700 Japanese Navy Destroyer Shimakaze
　36210　　1/16 German Tank Destroyer Jagdpanther Late Version (Display Model)
　12036　　1/12 Tyrrell P34 Six Wheeler (w/Photo-Etched Parts)
　20058　　1/20 Tyrrell P34 Six Wheeler 1976 Japan GP (w/Photo-Etched Parts)
　21157　　1/24 NSX (Red) (Finished Model)
　12675　　Cable (0.5mm Outer Diameter/Black)
　12676　　Cable (0.65mm Outer Diameter/Black)
　12677　　Cable (0.8mm Outer Diameter/Black)
　12678　　Cable (1.0mm Outer Diameter/Black)
　35066　　1/35 KV-1(Type-C) Russian Heavy Tank
　35129　　1/35 German Soldiers at Rest

Kids
　95329　　Spin-Viper Pearl Blue Special (VS Chassis)
　95335　　Proto-Emperor ZX Premium (Super-II Chassis)
　15513　　Low-Profile Tire & Wheel Set (5-Spoke)
　95104　　HG Carbon Multi Roller Setting Stay (1.5mm) J-Cup 2017
　95105　　HG Carbon Rear Multi Roller Setting Stay (1.5mm) J-Cup 2017
　95101　　Mini 4WD 35th Anniversary Festa Jaune L Clear Body Set
　95326　　19mm Aluminum Rollers w/Plastic Rings (Red)

Tools & Paints
　85099　　TS-99 IJN Gray (Maizuru Arsenal)
　69915　　Slim Tire Set (36mm, 55mm Dia./Clear Wheels)
　69916　　Sports Tire Set (56mm Dia./Clear Wheels)