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Approach the secret of the JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Verhicle talk show



■ Appearance: Kenya Motoshima 2nd Class Rikusa (JGSDF Fuji School Armor Department), Kazuya Yoshioka (Promodeler / Monthly Armor Modeling Advisor)
May 12, 2019 (Sun.) At the 58th Shizuoka Hobby Show (in front of Twin Messe Shizuoka West Building 1st floor small exhibition hall) A talk show was held inviting Mr. Kazuya Yoshioka, a modeler who is active in the field of military models, with the Ground Self-Defense Forces engaged in the 16th ceremony. Please look forward to the valuable stories unique to the Shizuoka Hobby Show, from expert commentary on actual vehicles to questions that model fans are interested in!

“Can I start radio control when I’m 40 years old?” Commemorative event for the book release by manga artist Hideshi Abe at upcoming Tamiya Fair 2019

© Shuji Abe (Akita Shoten)

Is it possible to make radio control from the age of 40? Radio control is incredibly interesting.
Book release commemoration talk show & autograph session / event stage

Experience story told by manga artist Hideshi Abe who had a RC car that he had admired as a boy. The popular essay manga published in Akita Shoten’s web magazine “Manga Cross” has finally been made into a book! In commemoration of this, a talk show by the author, Hideshi Abe, was held. We will talk about the live voice of RC fans. In addition, we will welcome a talk show with Kayama Yamazaki (pdc_designworks representative) who also designs Tamiya RC cars and mini 4WD! At the venue, a special advance sale & autograph session for the book that will be released on November 20th will be held. Don’t miss this precious opportunity!
* Books are sold all day from 11/16 to 17 during Tamiya Fair.

Sunday, 17th November ● Talk show 13:30-14:30 ● Sign session 14:30-15:30

Tamiya New Item Release list for December 2019


R/C Models
 42345  1/10 R/C TRF420 Chassis Kit
 58675  1/10 R/C Mercedes-Benz G 500 (CC-02)
 56361  1/14 R/C Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3348 6×4 Tipper Truck Red Cab & Silver Bed Edition
 54910  CC-02 Full Ball Bearing Set
 54927  1/24 Scale R/C Lunch Box Mini Clear Body Parts Set
 54942  TRF420 Suspension Arm Bushing B (2pcs.)
 54943  TRF420 Suspension Arm Bushing A-C (2pcs.)
 42346  TRF420 Wheel Axles (2pcs.)
 42347  TRF420 Carbon Upper Deck
 42348  TRF420 Carbon Lower Deck
 42349  TRF420 Carbon Upper Deck (1.75mm Thick)
 42350  TRF420 Aluminum Lower Deck
 51634  CC-02 J Parts (Body Mounts) (2pcs.)
 51636  TRF420 3x43mm Suspension Shafts (4pcs.)
 51637  TRF420 3x25mm & 3x22mm Suspension Shafts (2pcs. each)
 51638  TRF420 C Parts (Front Uprights)
 51639  TRF420 D Parts (Suspension Arms)
 51640  TRF420 E Parts (Rear Uprights)
 51641  TRF420 F Parts (4° Hub Carriers)
 51642  TRF420 Front Direct Pulley (37T)
 51643  TRF420 Differential Pulley & Case (37T)
 51644  TRF420 B Parts (Bumper)
 51645  TRF420 K Parts (Bearing Holders)
 51646  TRF420 Rear Belt (62T)
 51648  Gear Differential Unit Gasket (TRF420, TRF419, TA07) (4pcs.)
 51650  TRF420 Urethane Bumper

Static Models
 12055  1/12 Porsche 934 Jägermeister (w/Photo-Etched Parts)
 24351  1/24 TOYOTA GR Supra
 35369  1/35 German Light Tank Panzerkampfwagen 38(t) Ausf.E/F
 25421  1/24 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing TS050 HYBRID 2019
 21166  1/24 Ford GT (Blue) (Finished Model)
 21167  1/24 Ford GT (Gray) (Finished Model)
 21168  1/24 Ford GT (Red) (Finished Model)

Kids
 95517  Hyundai i20 Coupe WRC (MA Chassis)
 95533  TOYOTA GAZOO Racing TS050 HYBRID 2019 (MA Chassis) (Polycarbonate Body)
 95127  Super TZ-X Reinforced Chassis (Black) Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 25th Anniv.
 95518  Large Dia. Stabilizer Head Set (11mm, 15mm) (Purple)
 95519  Large Dia. Stabilizer Head Set (17mm) (Purple)
 95522  Japan Cup Junior Circuit Curve Section Set (Black, 4pcs.)
 10321  Mini 4WD Sliding Damper 2 Spring Set
 71202  Microcomputer Robot (Wheeled Type)

Tools & Paints
 67446  Tamiya Pencils (Square, 3pcs.)

New Guinness world record of longest Tamiya Mini 4WD track


On November 3rd, 2019 an event was held at Amagi Dome in Izu City sponsored by Kimura Foundry to break the existing Guinness record for the world longest the Mini 4WD mini course, it was achieved with 3191.58 meters total length, congratulations!

Sources: Mini 4WD @Twitter & Kimura Foundry Co. Ltd.

Tamiya Fair 2019 announcement


Dates
November 16th (Sat.) 9:00 – 17:00
November 17th (Sun.) 9:00 – 16:00

Venue
Twin Messe (Shizuoka City, Japan)

Great news for Tamiya fans, as the Tamiya Fair is back again in 2019! Last year, we welcomed some 25,000 visitors to Shizuoka. The venue will feature a variety of experiences to enjoy, including exhibitions of Tamiya products, interactive events for visitors to take part in, limited edition goods, and a Tamiya Shop corner. We sincerely hope that you will be able to join us at Tamiya’s autumn hobby extravaganza!

Product announcements (North & South Halls)
Take a closer look at Tamiya’s new and recent releases for Autumn and the New Year. The displays will feature static, R/C and Mini 4WD models. We await your visit!!

Tamiya Shops (North & South Halls)
A great line-up of products from current items to original goods and more! Don’t pass these special stores by, as it’ll be well worth your time taking a look in the Tamiya Shops.

Tamiya R/C World Championship 2019 (North Hall)
The North Hall will play host to an epic battle of R/C driving as competitors from domestic competitions lock wheels with top-notch drivers from Asia and North America on a specially-designed circuit, to decide who will become this year’s Tamiya R/C World Champions. The racing will take place on both days, with the finale on Sunday. Come and cheer the drivers on!

Shizuoka Plastic Model Club Exhibition (North & South Halls)
Shizuoka, home of the plastic model industry, is also host to a large number of model clubs, and their work forms the main part of this enthralling exhibition of highly realistic models including airplanes, tanks, cars and much more.

48th Figure Remodelling Contest (North Hall)
Take a roughly 5cm Tamiya 1/35 scale Military Miniature Series model, and turn it into a completely different subject: that’s what the Figure Remodeling Contest is all about! Entries for the 48th running will be on display, so don’t forget to take a look.

1/16 R/C Tankers’ Meet (Nov. 16th, South Hall)
On November 16th (Sat.), the South Hall will play host to an R/C tank battle that will pit such historical giants as the Tiger I, Sherman, KV-1 and more against each other in 1/16 scale. With individual and team events, it’s the perfect stage to see these large-scale beasts in action!
Click here for more information about the 1/16 R/C Tankers’ Meet. (Information in Japanese only)

Thrilling Mini 4WD Races! (South Hall)
November 16th (Sat.) sees the showdown between top Mini 4WD racers from the network of 500+ Mini 4WD Station stores. Come and see who is crowned Mini 4WD Station Challenge champion on the 3-lane circuit! November 17th (Sun.) promises an international air as Japan’s best take on Mini 4WD enthusiasts from around the world in the Mini 4WD World Challenge 2019.
*Please note that only racers who have already qualified can participate in the above races.
A Concours d’Elegance will be held showing some of the most stunning Mini 4WD creations of the year.

Beginners’ Programming Workshop! (South Hall)
Programming is fast becoming a key element in education systems around the world. This workshop offers a great introduction to programming with IchigoJam, and all necessary materials come provided. The Cam-Program Robot will be awarded as a present upon completion of the workshop.
★We are presently readying an advance application form.

Self-Defense Force Corner (South Hall)
The ladies and gentlemen of the Japan Self Defense Force are once again planning to honor us with their presence. This is a fantastic chance for you to get up close and personal with 1/1 scale Self Defense Force vehicles and ask questions of the men and women who work with them.
★More details will be provided as and when available.

Comical Grasshopper Hands-On Event (South Hall)
Tamiya’s Comical Grasshopper (WR-02CB) is a super R/C kit. The South hall will host an area where you can experience for free the wheelie-ing fun of this charismatic buggy!

Lunch Box Mini Hands-On Event (South Hall)
Tamiya’s Lunch Box Mini (SW-01) is a little bundle of fun. The South hall will host an area where you can have a go at driving it for free. It’s easy to control, so novices and experts alike will soon get the hang of it!

Decoration Series Workshop Corner (South Hall)
The Tamiya Decoration Series is enjoying a boom among customers in Japan. Come down and take part in this workshop, which gives you a taster of the allure of the fascinating world of the Tamiya Decoration Series.
★Visit the stand on the day to find about the schedule and reserve a place. ★Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Plastic Accesory Workshop Corner (Nov. 17th, South Hall)
Plastic artist Saori Shiba will be in attendance, and running a workshop showing how to make wondrous creations in the medium of plastic.
★Visit the stand on the day to find about the schedule and reserve a place. ★Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Plus a Host of Other Fun Activities!
There is so much else to enjoy at Tamiya Fair 2019: Mini 4WD Construction Corner, R/C Truck Corner and more. You will never be short of something fun to do!

Attend the TRF R/C Tour
Enjoy a hobby-immersed experience with the TRF (Tamiya Racing Factory) team at Tamiya Fair 2019! This comprehensive tour includes a look around the Tamiya Fair, an R/C model construction workshop, driving R/C models on a circuit and more.
Click here for more information about the TRF R/C Tour. (Information in Japanese only)