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63rd All Japan Model & Hobby Show 2025 & list of Tamiya products on display


■ Trade Day (not open to the general public)
Friday October 17, 2025: 9:00 – 17:00

■ Public Days
Saturday 18th October, 2025: 9:30 – 17:30
Sunday 19th October, 2025: 9:30 – 16:30

■ Venue: Tokyo Big Sight, South Hall 3 & 4
Click here to visit the official homepage (external site)

Tamiya will once again be in attendance at the All Japan Model & Hobby Show, held in Big Sight, Tokyo. Please note that tickets are required . Click here for more information (external site)

Tickets
On-site purchases: 1,200 yen (including tax)
Advance tickets: 1,000 yen (including tax)
Visitors over Junior High School age enter free.

List of Tamiya items scheduled for display

Static Models
ITEM 12032　1/12 Honda RA273 (w/Photo-Etched Parts)
ITEM 14058　1/12 Yamaha FZR750R (OW01)
ITEM 14143　1/12 Ducati Superleggera V4 with Racing Kit
ITEM 24374　1/24 Nissan Skyline Sedan 2000 Turbo GT-E S
ITEM 35144　1/35 German 8ton Semi-Track 3.7cm Flak 37
ITEM 35322　1/35 Israeli Tank M1 Super Sherman
ITEM 35392　1/35 German 5cm Anti-Tank Gun (Pak38)

R/C
ITEM 58750 　1/10 R/C Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO (TT-02 Chassis)
ITEM 47522 　1/10 R/C The Grasshopper Black Edition
ITEM 47523 　1/14 R/C Mercedes-Benz Arocs 4151 8×4 Tipper Truck (Candy Green Edition)
ITEM 22094 　DT-04 Carbon Damper Stay Set
ITEM 22095 　DT-04 Freewheel Axles (Long)

Mini 4WD
ITEM 18662　 Avante Mk.III Nero (MS Chassis) Advanced Pack
ITEM 95173　 Trail Mini 4WD Kumamon Version (15th Anniversary)
ITEM 95694　 Mini 4WD New Year’s Edition “Year of the Horse 2026”
ITEM 95698　 Mini 4WD Santa Claus (Red Racer)
ITEM 18663　 Raizzan (ME Chassis)
ITEM 95692　 HG Carbon Front Bumper Plate (1.5mm)
ITEM 95693　 HG Carbon Rear Bumper Plate (1.5mm)
ITEM 95697　 Low-Friction Plastic Double Rollers (Red/19-19mm) Mini 4WD Station
ITEM 95695　 Reinforced N-04/T-04 Units (White)

Tools / Finishing Materials / Educational Construction
ITEM 69947 　Modeler’s Knife (Mint Green)
ITEM 69948　 Pla-Paper 0.05mm B4 Size (4pcs.)
ITEM 70267 　Rolling Robot (2-Channel IR Remote Control)
ITEM 87236 　Tamiya Extra-Thin Cement (Low Odor)
ITEM 87237 　Tamiya CA Cement (Quick Type) II

Updated Tamiya 12032 1/12 Honda RA273 (w/Photo-Etched Parts)


Tamiya presents an updated reissue of item 12032 1/12 Honda RA273 (with photo-etched parts) (sold in 2015) with an updated instruction manual (instructions for painting the tire engravings have been added), packaging, and a newly added double-sided A3 brochure with photos of the full-size car.
Honda’s history in Formula 1 began when the company took the bold step of creating its own racing car, developing its own engine, and entering an official team in the 1964 season. New regulations specifying 3-liter engines in 1966 forced Honda to design a new car, the RA273. John Surtees replaced Richie Ginther as Honda’s lead driver in 1967, and an improved car showed promise by finishing third in the South African Grand Prix.

Model information:
• 1/12 scale plastic assembly kit. Length: 333mm, width: 143mm, height: 70mm.
• Includes a newly added double-sided A3 brochure with full-size photos of the car.
• Features a realistic reproduction of the V12 engine with fuel pipes and ignition cables, as well as twelve air ducts recreated with aluminum parts.
• Coil springs are used for both front and rear suspension for smooth movement.
• The steering wheel moves the front wheels to reproduce steering.
• The front hood is removable, allowing inspection of internal mechanical components such as the radiator.
• Photo-etched parts recreate the brake discs, radiator, oil cooler, and steering wheel spokes, while metal transfers reproduce the surfaces of the side mirrors and indicator rings.
• Includes a driver and three marking options.

Mini 4WD Tamiya 18663 1/32 Raizzan with new ME Chassis

In addition to the MS and MA chassis, we are delighted to announce the third new chassis with a doubleshaft motor from the Mini 4WD PRO Series; this time, the ME chassis inspired by the words “midship”, “evolution”, “easy” and “enjoy”. Inheriting ease of assembly from the MA chassis, the ME chassis is lightened by an ergonomic design. Designed by Japanese designer Kota Nezu of znug design who conceived Item 18634 Astralster (MS), Item 18640 Raikiri (MA) and Item 18100 Eleglitter (VZ), the Raizzan body features a monocoque frame and removable panels inspired by high-end sports cars. Raizzan can be written as “雷斬’’ in Chinese characters and – like the Raikiri (雷切) – the name is inspired by a legendary sword that appears in Japanese mythology. This kit is a committed design which would make a superb full size car and opens the door to endless possibilities for Mini 4WD.

New ME chassis

  • The ME chassis is a compact, lightweight and efficient design powered by a double-shaft motor in the center. （About the same weight as FM-A and MS chassis.）
  • A parts are lightweight ABS plastic, which makes the model lighter.
  • Plastic bearings are P parts from the VZ chassis for efficient drive.
  • An outstanding combination of rigidity and flex ensures the ME gives a fluid drive.
  • Front and rear bumpers are screw-attached and can be removed when customizing or displaying the car.
  • Very solid motor attachment ensures minimal drive loss.
  • Includes a type 130 double-shaft motor
  • The model features a 3.5:1 gear ratio.

About the Model

  • This is a Mini 4WD model assembly kit. Length: 156mm, width: 97mm, height: 40mm.
  • The ME chassis is molded in black ABS plastic and paired with black ABS plastic A parts.
  • The low and wide body molded in tinted smoke color ABS plastic provides superior aerodynamics via air intakes and outlets.
  • Detachable fender and cowling parts are molded in red ABS plastic.
  • Its sharp headlights draw inspiration from birds of prey such as the peregrine falcon and the eagle, and the car should catch the eye with its sharp design cues around front and rear lights, and fenders which look like a bird with spread wings.
  • Newly designed T-spoke wheels (gold color) are paired with small diameter low-profile tires (black).
  • Separately sold figures can be installed when the model has an open top.
  • Two R6/AA/UM3 batteries are required (separately available).

Mini 4WD Tamiya 92460 Copperfang TKC 30th Anniversary Special (FM-A Chassis)

A special Copper Fang to celebrate Tamiya Korea’s 30th anniversary in 2026!

To celebrate Tamiya Korea’s 30th anniversary in 2026, we have prepared a special Copper Fang.

The body of the Copper Fang, which features the FM-A chassis with a front motor layout for a stable posture when jumping, is made up of a clear blue, white A-parts, and a light blue chassis. In addition, the white A-spoke wheels are paired with light blue hard-type tires that do not bounce as much when landing and have less cornering deceleration than the tires that come standard with other kits. In honor of the passion and achievements of 30 years, the sticker designed with the concept of shining wings makes the blue and white colored machine stand out even more. Also included is a Rev-Tune 2 motor with a 30th anniversary sticker attached exclusively for this kit.

Tamiya official release list October 2025

Static Model Products
14143 1/12 Ducati Superleggera V4 with Racing Kit
24374 1/24 NISSAN Skyline 2000 Turbo GT-E･S
35392 1/35 German 5cm anti-tank gun Pak38 (Release date and price will be announced at a later date)

R/C Model Products
22094 OP.2094 DT-04 Carbon Damper Stay Set
22095 OP.2095 DT-04 Freewheel Shaft (Long)

Mini 4WD Products
18662 1/32 Avante Mk.III Nero Advance Pack (MS Chassis)
95173 Trail Mini 4WD Kumamon Version (15th Anniversary Model)
95692 HG carbon front bumper plate (1.5mm)
95693 HG carbon rear bumper plate (1.5mm)
95695 N-04/T-04 Reinforced Unit (White)
95697 Two-Stage Low-Friction Plastic Roller (19-19mm) Red (Mini 4WD Station)

Tools & Paints
87236 Tamiya Cement (Pour Type) Low Odor

Crafts & Arts
69948 Plastic paper, 0.05mm thick, B4 size (4 sheets)