Monthly Archives: October 2021

1980s Tamiya style video of Tamiya 58695 Wild One Blockhead Motors




Grown up gazing at the legendary Tamiya VHS videos in our local hobby shops, we just love such.

Creative Director : Jun Watanabe
Director : Naruhiro Imaizumi
Director of photography : Masashi Sasaki
Producer : Kenji Yamamoto
Production manager : Ken Endo
Production : Rooftop
Account executive : Toshiya Aoki
Editor : Kohei Hashimoto
Music : BAKU (KAIKOO)
Guitar : Jun Watanabe
Mixer : Kota Jibiki
Assistant Mixer : Yutaka Futakawa
Post-production : Qtec
Narrator : Bill Sullivan
Manager : Ayako Sugisaki (MT Globe)

Announcement of the 81th Tamiya Pachi Contest winning work

A contest “click” with photos of AFV models. This time, the 81st time, the new Panzer IV won the gold medal in both categories. Mr. Yoshida’s work in the scene photography section is a combination of the Panzer IV F type and the German infantry set. A neat and clean paint finish while being assembled straight. The screen composition that considers the height difference and perspective naturally blends in with the background. Mr. Minami in the work photography category won the award for the Panzer IV G type. The slightly bluish German gray body is produced with realistic dirty paint. It is beautifully organized as a photo. This year’s applicants are 140 people aged 7 to 70. In recent years, not only regulars but also new participants are increasing. The deadline for applications for the click contest is September 1st every year. When the model work is completed, the next step is to click with the camera. Please finish it as a photographic work. We look forward to your masterpiece.

【gold medal】 [Author] Shigehiro Yoshida (63) Aichi [Title] Standby [Scale] 1/35 This time, I made a diorama with the image of the 14th tank division waiting in front of the bridge when invading Russia. Infantry are installed using the height difference in front of the pier, and the layout is designed to give a sense of unity with the Panzer IV. The shooting was outdoors, and I focused on the infantry with a sense of perspective. The bridge was made of balsa wood and the vehicle was painted in straight bluish German gray.

Scene photography category prize-winning works

[Silver Award]
[Author] Kunihiro Mitsuishi (55) Oita [Title] Suppressing bases [Scale] 1/48
It was the US military that controlled the German supply facility, but it is said that it had already been taken out of supplies. I think that I was able to take an image in which the background and diorama matched more than I expected in the scene work with the building that makes me feel the history of this place in the background. I imagined a scene where conversations such as “Be careful! There are tigers and leopards that fill their stomachs and sharpen their fangs!”

[Silver Award] [Author] Masakazu Arayashiki (60) Aomori [Title] FRANCE 1944 “Sky Alert” [Scale] 1/35 In the grove on the shoulder, the main wing of the Spitfire, a British aircraft that was shot down. By the side, the crew of Murder I are wary of the sky. One leaf of the recorded photograph that I saw in the magazine is the original story, but I think that I managed to express it in terms of the fun and impact of the contrast. Murder I was finished with only some additional work on the details. Shooting is done indoors with few restrictions.

Work Photograph category Winning work

【gold medal】
[Author] Kentaro Minami (30) Shizuoka [Title] Panzer IV G type [Scale] 1/35
I wanted to create a rugged atmosphere, so I replaced it with a commercially available winter track and removed the fender at the back so that my eyes could face the track. Also, although it was assembled with North African specifications, German gray was selected for painting so that the weathering would shine. The dust adhering to the car body was made to look faint by using a peeling liquid, and rubble, bricks, dead grass, etc. were placed on the fender.

[Silver Award]
[Author] Yuta Muroi (33) Tokyo [Title] AMX-56 LECLERC [Scale] 1/35
I made it with the idea of ​​finishing Leclerc more coolly. Particle material was applied to the anti-slip parts in various places to give it a texture, and dust and dirt accumulated there were applied to make it the highlight of the work. The painting is entirely brush painting. The camouflage area uses a rubbing brush to rub a small amount of paint on a thin surface to create a smooth border. I took a picture with a single focus lens.

[Silver Award]
[Author] Junya Sato (53) Fukuoka [Title] German Marder III M [Scale] 1/35
I made it because I wanted to paint it like a box picture. The camouflage color is adjusted with reference to the painting drawing. The modification is that the clamp handle of the equipment was added using etched parts and the upper seat of the car body was machined with epoxy putty. In addition, the camouflage uses Dutch flowers, and I tried to place it in the center of the front of the car body with the image of ambushing in the forest of Normandy.

Past years prize-winning works

Full details of Tamiya 14139 1/12 Team Suzuki GSX-RR ’20

Scheduled to be shipped in December 2021

Winning the MotoGP Champion in the year of the 100th anniversary of the founding
Suzuki, which celebrated the 100th anniversary of the company’s founding and the 60th anniversary of racing activities in 2020, will introduce two machines to the highest peak MotoGP class of the road racing world championship. bottom. Team Suzuki GSX-RR, which bears the name of Suzuki’s genuine high-performance engine oil brand “Exter”, is equipped with a 4-stroke water-cooled in-line 4-cylinder engine and has been making steady progress every year since its debut in 2015. rice field. In addition, the coloring has been renewed from the previous year’s blue-based coloring. It has been changed to blue and silver coloring reminiscent of GP racers who were active in the 1960s. The GSX-RR entrusted to Joan Mir and Alex Rins met expectations brilliantly, J. Mill climbed the podium seven times including the 13th European GP victory and became the rider’s champion, and A. Rins also won the 11th. Contributed to winning the team title by earning points throughout the season, such as winning the Aragon GP. It was a feat suitable for a memorable milestone year.

Model outline
★ This is a plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the 2020 MotoGP champion machine, Team Suzuki GSX-RR, on a 1/12 scale. ★ Overall length 178 mm, overall width 62 mm, overall height 100 mm. ★ Precisely reproduces the 1000cc in-line 4-cylinder engine mounted with a large forward tilt. ★ The cowls that pursue aerodynamics are also faithfully modeled. The characteristic winglets and lower fenders are also highlights. ★ In addition to the slide marks No. 36 and No. 42, the number “1” for the champion number and “50” for the test rider Sylvain Guintoli are also available. ★ The tires are made of solid rubber with a rich texture. Michelin tire marks are also included. ★ The engine, swing arm, and front fork are fixed with screws. The front cowl, side cowl, and tank cover can be removed even after completion. ★ Cars 36 and 42 can be selected and assembled. ★ Comes with a mask sticker for coloring the cowl and a stand.

Mini 4WD Tamiya 95637 Lord Spirit Body Parts Set Night Neon Color Edition

To be released in December 2021

Expressing the manga stage with shining night neon in body color
This is a body parts set for the main character machine, Road Spirit, which appears in “MINI 4 KING”, which is being serialized in CoroCoro Comic. The beautiful night view of Atami, which is the stage of the manga, is expressed with a fluorescent yellow body. In addition, the road spirit exclusive parts that enhance driving stability are clear blue with a cool impression, and the wheels are chic black, so the variation of color coordination is widened. In addition, a special sticker that matches the body color is also available, with the blue graphic shining in yellow. By combining with your favorite VZ chassis, a road spirit that is a bit different from the normal version is completed.

Details of Tamiya 64435 RC Guidebook Volume 18 2021 Autumn-Winter

Released in Japan around October 30, 2021.

Published by Tamiya RC Guidebook Vol.18 2021 AUTUMN-WINTER, which carefully selects and publishes Tamiya’s major RC models. Including off-road cars that can run anywhere, with a wide variety of lineups, classic touring cars and formula cars that can enjoy high-speed driving, tanks and trailer trucks with powerful big size, cornering with tilted body are attracting attention Includes Tamiya’s major RC models, such as the 3-wheel RC and the completed model XB that can be played immediately out of the box. In addition, we have posted new products that will be released by this winter. Also, since it comes with a popular QR code, you can immediately see RC videos and detailed information by jumping to the Tamiya homepage using your smartphone or mobile phone. And the RC start guide introduces the completed model Tamtech Gear, which uses AA batteries as a running power source and allows you to easily enjoy running from indoors to outdoors. In addition, it is full of information to enjoy RC life, such as various RC events, live distribution on SNS that delivers the latest information, posting using Twitter and Instagram. In addition, at the end of the book, we also introduced hobby shops nationwide and Tamiya’s RC circuit. All color A4 size, 38 pages with plenty of volume.

Winning works of the Tamiya Mini 4WD Japan Cup 2021 Concours d’Elegance ONLINE


Mini 4WD Japan Cup 2021 “Concours d’Elegance ONLINE” – Here are the winners of each prize!
The “Concours d’Elegance ONLINE” is currently being held online to compete for the best Mini 4WD dress-up ideas. We’ll be showing you the winners of the “NEW ERA Award”, “XLARGE Award”, “Yokohama Tire Award” and the other prizes in the Concours d’Elegance 1 held from 26th July to 16th August and Concours d’Elegance 2 held from 23rd August to 13th September. From realistic machines to machines full of interesting ideas, please take a look at the many passionate and powerful works!

NEW ERA Award 

  • [Condele 1 NEW ERA Award]

    [Author] Mottsun @TIDALWAVE
    [Title] Mantaray Jr MSP

    The orange and red colors on the sand-colored body are cool! The black wheels are also cool. Add a black mesh to make it even more stylish!

  • [Condele 1 NEW ERA Award]

    [Author] ok
    [Title] Backblader 2045

    The setting of the near-future Mini 4WD that runs automatically by AI is exactly the backblader! Also pay attention to the design of the deer horns and legs expressed in paint.

  • [Condele 1 NEW ERA Award]

    [Author] Daiya @TRIVALS
    [Title] Poseidon X BAD SP Poseidon X with a

    solemn atmosphere is exactly “dark but beautiful”. The camera work that brings out a certain presence is also cool!

  • [Condele 1 NEW ERA Award]

    [Author] Kojikoji
    [Title] Wild Saurus REX This

    is an off-road race specification Wild Saurus that incorporates parts of various ages. It’s a fun machine whose facial expression changes depending on the viewing direction!

  • [Condele 2 NEW ERA Award]

    [Author] Muka D
    [Title]

    Roadstorm Dragon The spirit of Showa is fused with the new machine of Reiwa! The point is that the laser parts are likened to the beard of a dragon. It is the beginning of a new mini 4WD remodeling legend!

  • [Condele 2 NEW ERA Award]

    [Author] Shige-kun ☆
    [Title] Max Emperor The

    machine designed 30 years ago has been revived over time! The body that combines various car bodies is the history of Mini 4WD itself. The design drawings at that time are also a must-see.

  • [Condele 2 NEW ERA Award]

    [Author] RAVEN
    [Title] ELEGLITTER Arcana

    A simple and cyber super super COOL machine based on ELEGLITTER . The front face is also perfect!

  • [Condele 2 NEW ERA Award]

    [Author] Pen
    [Title] Find the Eleglitter!

    Optical camouflage ultra-futuristic machine version of the Eleglitter. If you find a machine in the photo, you will experience aha !? Check it out with your eyes!

XLARGE Award 

  • [Condele 1 XLARGE Award]

    [Author] Kochiki @ ConCry
    [Title] Avante old school

  • [Condele 2 XLARGE Award]

    [Author] AZANINA
    [Title] Ifrit

Yokohama Tire Award 

  • [Condele 1]
    [Yokohama Tire Award]

    [Author] Makappe
    [Title] SPS-6 Fullspec

  • [Condele 2]
    [Yokohama Tire Award]

    [Author] Yosuke
    [Title] ADVAN GR Supra (Condele specification)

MC Guts Award 

  • [Condele 1 MC Guts Award]

    [Author] mstk_mini4WD
    [Title] MS-03 Lin

  • [Condele 2 MC Guts Award]

    [Author] Captain Kimiji © TOS
    [Title] LORD RAVEN

Mini 4WD Doctor Award 

  • [Condele 1]
    [Mini 4WD Doctor Award]

    [Author]
    Yamamachi [Title] DYIPNE MOKE

  • [Condele 2]
    [Mini 4WD Doctor Award]

    [Author] DuN 4WD
    [Title] Tom Godi AR Speed

Sakurai Award 

  • [Condele 1 Sakurai Award]

    [Author] ruru4wd (* ^ _ ^ *)
    [Title] Hummer H-1 Racing Track

  • [Condele 2 Sakurai Naru Award]

    [Author] Apon
    [Title] Snow camouflage version Wild Zaurus

MC GUY Award 

  • [Condele 1 MC GUY Award]

    [Author] Battle Road
    [Title] Amphibious Mobile Aquarium White Whale

  • [Condele 2 MC GUY Award]

    [Author] Mr.P
    [Title] Egg μ

Other awards 

  • [Condele 1 Undersea Bombing Award]

    [Author] Utakancho
    [Title] Fish-kun ( Puffers, Tetraodontiformes )

  • [Condele 1 Water Crest Award]

    [Author] tkfm_hobby
    [Title] Spinax_repaint

  • [Condele 1]
    [Wild Scene Award]

    [Author] 19 (one-nine)
    [Title] Challenge nature! Razor Gil ver.Wild

  • [Condele 1]
    [Best Beak Award]

    [Author] hiraspp
    [Title] Iron Sharp Beak

  • [Condele 1]
    [Prize for wanting to run outside]

    [Author] Suzuki Conta Punch
    [Title] Gamemaster Z90 ’s

  • [Condele 1 Idea Award]

    [Author] Machanori
    [Title] MAD CRAWLER

  • [Condele 1]
    [It’s like a tree prize]

    [Author] Ama k @ Wooden Grandpa
    [Title] Parquet XTO

  • [Condele 1 Detailed Depiction Award]

    [Author] Omame
    [Title] DCR Zentangle Edition

  • [Condele 1 Hexa / Orange Best Match Award]

    [Author] kentaLOW
    [Title] ELEGLITTER HEXA

  • [Condele 1 Best Cat Open Top Award]

    [Author] SAT @ Pravo
    [Title] HOT SHOT Jr. Emperor color (FR ver)

  • [Condele 1]
    [Coloring Award]

    [Author] IKE // TOYDEALER // ☈
    [Title] Street- style arranged neoclassical setting

  • [Condele 2]
    [XLARGE Special Award]

    [Author] Shimo
    [Title ] Wildback

  • [Condele 2]
    [XLARGE Special Award]

    [Author] Ryu
    [Title] DASH-02XRR / XL “BLACK SUN Rev.1.2”

  • [Condele 2]
    [XLARGE Special Award]

    [Author] iSOP
    [Title] RAY SPEAR CLASSICS

  • [Condele 2]
    [XLARGE Special Award]

    [Author] Power @ team.COC / D’eR
    [Title] Iron Beak-e

  • [Condele 2]
    [flower decoration award]

    [Author] Ride Chaser @ Chimuri Ibo
    [Title] Kakou

  • [Condele 2]
    [Coloring Award]

    [Author] Maakichi m4wd
    [Title] Penguins Beak 🐧 gen 2.05

  • [Condele 2]
    [COOL- LOW DOWN Award]

    [Author] General-purpose rabbit
    [Title] Razorback-R

  • [Condele 2]
    [DREAM EXPRESS Award]

    [Author] Zuracho
    [Title] Dream Bullet Train

  • [Condele 2 Modeling Award]

    [Author] Daichi @ Kashiramoji D @ Team COC
    [Title] Bergkaiser Elstaunen

  • [Condele 2 Tropical Award]

    [Author] NK
    [Title] Nautilus

  • [Condele 2]
    [BEST MIXING Award]

    [Author] TKMT ★ ☆
    [Title] CROCO-D-FANG

  • [Condele 2]
    [NEW OLD SCHOOL Award]

    [Author] Loki
    [Title] Rising Bird

  • [Condele 2]
    [COOOOL BISON Award]

    [Author] Hiropapa @Team COC
    [Title] Bison Magnum EVO

  • [Condele 2]
    [POSEIDON SPIRIT Award]

    [Author] Miyabi @MISTY -Misty-
    [Title] Saihate -Oceanus- Ver.JC2021

  • [Condele 2]
    [GOD OROCHI Award]

    [Author] Suzu
    [Title] COPPERFANG “OROCHI”

  • [Condele 2]
    [BEST World View & Best Cinematography]

    [Author] Tsubasa (faa)
    [Title] Animal Caravan -BREMEN-

  • [Condele 2]
    [NATURE EMPEROR Award]

    [Author] Damaken (IKEDA)
    [Title] Liberty Emperor Black Max

  • [Condele 2 BEST Suction Award]

    [Author] ATOMIC DROP
    [Title] ATOMIC VACUUM

  • [Condele 2]
    [CYBER LASER Award]

    [Author] Nikoichi Nippon
    [Title] Blue Wolf

  • [Condele 2]
    [Award for decoration and shooting]

    [Author] Miyo
    [Title] Angel car that makes love come true

  • [Condele 2]
    [KING LASER Award]

    [Author] Nobori
    [Title] Proto L No.13

  • [Condele 2 Idea Award]

    [Author] Yoshino (・ ∞ ・) = ͟͟͞͞🚘
    [Title] UNI-pillar

  • [Condele 2 RACER Award]

    [Author] zaki-melo15
    [Title] Lamborghini Huracàn STO

  • [Condele 2]
    [WILD LASER Award]

    [Author] TAKAYA
    [Title] Super walk

  • [Condele 2]
    [Best Character Award]

    [Author] Tomori Inomura
    [Title] Laser Ninja Nuts! !!

  • [Condele 2]
    [BEST STUDY Award]

    [Author] Kauruko Furutani @ ROUTE404
    [Title] Explanation and consideration of Grace Stinger (904 characters)

  • [Condele 2]
    [BLACK MIXING Award]

    [Author]
    Itoki Ichi [Title] PROVIDENCE EMPEROR -Temperor-

  • [Condele 2]
    [CUSTOM LASER Award]

    [Author] hiraspp
    [Title] Competitive Spirit

Previous year winning works