Plastic model manufacturers presented plastic models to the I Love Shizuoka Council, which promotes the revitalisation of the city centre of Shizuoka City.
The gifts were presented by three plastic model manufacturers who are members of the Shizuoka Model and Teaching Material Cooperative and have their headquarters in Shizuoka City or Tsu City.
Chairman Shunsaku of Taya and other representatives delivered 300 plastic models to the council.
The plastic models will be used as prizes in a stamp rally to be held in conjunction with the Hobby Clothing Awards next month.
Shizuoka is known as the ‘City of Plastic Models’ and there is a desire for many people to be exposed to plastic models.
This initiative is also expected to help promote Shizuoka as a ‘manufacturing town’.
At the presentation ceremony, smiles were exchanged as people said, ‘We have so many to sell, thank you very much’.
This is an example of cooperation between local manufacturers and community groups that links plastic model culture with local events and town revitalisation.
Source of the video: Shizuoka Asahi TV News
Monthly Archives: April 2025
Tamiya 47511 1/10 RC Audi 90 Quattro Racing (painted body) (TT-02 chassis)
Tamiya presents this limited-edition version of the 58744 1/10 R/C Audi 90 quattro Racing (TT-02) item with white pre-painted polycarbonate body (PS-1) with smoked windows (PS-31) and pre-cut wheel arches and pre-cut body mounting holes, which is great not only for beginners but also for R/C veterans.
Model information:
– 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 446mm, width: 192mm, height: 127mm. Wheelbase: 251mm.
– The shape of the Audi 90 quattro Racing is reproduced by a lightweight and rigid polycarbonate body.
– Separate red ABS plastic parts realistically depict the characteristic side mirrors, rear wing and air ducts.
– New white disc wheels (+4 mm offset) are matched with slick tires.
– The model uses the TT-02 4WD chassis with gimbaled transmission that offers superior adaptability and stability.
– Includes item 51226 (Urethane Bumper L (TT-01, TGS)) to protect and maintain the bodywork in optimum condition.
– Please note that the bodywork requires cutting, painting and applying parts, applying stickers and other work.
First information on the 63rd Shizuoka Hobby Show 2025
■ Business Invitation Day *General public not allowed Wednesday,
May 14, 2025 9:30-16:30 Thursday, May 15,
2025 9:30-16:30
■ Elementary, junior high and high school student invitation day Friday,
May 16, 2025 9:00-17:00
■ Public Days
Saturday, May 17, 2025 9:00-17:00
Sunday, May 18, 2025 9:00-16:00
Advance registration is required for admission. Registration opens on Monday, April 14. ⇒ 63rd Shizuoka Hobby Show Website
■ Venue: Twin Messe Shizuoka
■ Free admission
■ Organizer: Shizuoka Model Teaching Materials Cooperative Association
The 63rd Shizuoka Hobby Show, Japan’s largest model hobby event, will be held again this year. The Tamiya booth (North Building, Booth 3) will display all the new products that will be released in the future. This time, there will be a lot of noteworthy new products in each genre! Not only will you be able to take a good look at the new products before they are released at the venue, but it will also be a rare opportunity to ask the explanation staff any questions you may have directly. Bring the whole family to Shizuoka, surrounded by fresh greenery, for this big hobby event.
New Product Announcement List is in preparation and will be posted when published in a new article.
Tamiya RC Hornet in a special NANGA color scheme
Outdoor brand NANGA has collaborated with comprehensive model manufacturer Tamiya to release a special model based on the electric radio-controlled buggy Hornet.
This model is painted in NANGA’s brand colors of red and black, and the message “BELIEVE IN YOUR ADVENTURES” and the ridgeline of Nanga Parbat are printed on the side. The altitude “8126” is printed on the bonnet, and the NANGA logo is printed on the rear wing. This is a “Running NANGA” specification that combines driving performance and outdoor spirit.
Product name
1/10 XB 2WD Racing Buggy Hornet NANGA
Sales Schedule
・April 11th to 13th, 2025 : Limited quantity pre-sale at GO OUT JAMBOREE
・April 18th, 2025 : Pre-sale at NANGA SHOP YOKOHAMA
・April 25th, 2025 : Pre-sale at NANGA SHOP MARUNOUCHI SHIN MARUNOUCHI BUILDING
・May 2nd, 2025 : Sales start at NANGA ONLINE SHOP and directly managed stores nationwide
This is a new proposal that connects the outdoors and RC hobbies, and it has an appeal that transcends the boundaries of different hobbies.
Source: Nanga
Tamiya official release list May 2025
RC Models
58748 1/10 RC Volkswagen Golf II GTI 16V (MB-01 chassis)
58749 1/10 RC Audi R8 LMS 2008 (TT-02 chassis)
51752 1/10 RC Porsche 911 GT3 R (992) Spare Body Set
51753 1/10 RC Peugeot 306 Maxi Spare Body Set
Scale Models
24031 1/24 Audi Quattro
35389 1/35 French Light Tank H39
Mini 4WD
19024 Van Brun (EZ Chassis)
15546 Low friction large diameter barrel tires (31mm) & carbon reinforced wheels (V spokes)
Photos from Tamiya RC 50th Anniversary – Tamiya RC 50 Years Perfect Album
Includes all the latest models, including the Hornet EVO.
Tamiya’s first RC model, the M4 Sherman tank, released in 1974, and the world’s first electric RC car, the Porsche Turbo RSR934 Racing, released in 1976, as well as the latest models, including the Hornet EVO. In addition to the main electric car models, the book explains over 1,200 RC models released in the past, including trucks, gliders, and yachts. At the end of the book, there is a complete collector’s edition list that covers everything from RC car kits to spare parts, limited edition products, and export-only models.
Special interviews with Dr. Taki, Noriko Hidaka, and Mae-chan are included!
“Tamiya RC Car Grand Prix” is a legendary TV program that was broadcast for 15 years from 1984. This book features special interviews with the three cast members. We spoke with Dr. Taki, who gave us a clear explanation of RC, Noriko Hidaka, who is by far the most popular reporter among all the reporters, and Yasuyuki Maeda, also known as “Tamiya’s Mae-chan,” who played an active role as a host and commentator. We asked
Dr. Taki about the thoughts behind the 1/16 scale RC tank “M4 Sherman 105mm Howitzer,” which will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2024 and is being rapidly developed for commercialization. Looking back
At the memorable “Tamiya RC Guidebook”!
In 1978, the electric RC car boom that began with the appearance of the Porsche Turbo 934 Racing was in full swing. The “Tamiya RC Guidebook,” edited by Tamiya Model Design Room (at the time), was released as the official printed material to introduce Tamiya’s RC models. In addition to serving as a catalogue showcasing all of the Tamiya RC models sold at the time with beautiful photographs, the book also contains detailed information that was difficult to find at the time, such as basic knowledge of RC models, such as the type of radio wave used by the transmitter and how to choose a kit, tips on assembly and tools, tuning tips, and even practice methods to improve driving techniques, making it a veritable bible for anyone who enjoys Tamiya RC models. This book looks back on the history of Tamiya RC models, which were published in accordance with the era and the products released, using valuable “original items” in Tamiya’s collection.