Tamiya New Item Release list for February 2021

R/C Models
　47456　　1/10 R/C TB-05R Chassis Kit
　47457　　1/10 R/C Fire Dragon (2020)
　58687　　1/10 R/C Ford Escort Mk.II Rally (Painted Body) (MF-01X)
　48216　　1/35 R/C Russian Medium Tank T-34-85 (w/Control Unit)
　42371　　R/C Car Maintenance Stand (Blue)
　42372　　39mm Double Cardan Joint Shafts (2pcs.)
　51665　　M-Chassis 11-Spoke Wheels (Black, 4pcs.)
　54984　　CC-02 Front Assembly Universal Shafts (Left/Right)
　54986　　TC-01 Carbon Battery Holders
　45070　　Tamiya Brushless Electronic Speed Controller 04SR (Sensored)

Static Models
　20069　　1/20 Fiat 131 Abarth Rally Olio Fiat
　24355　　1/24 McLaren Senna
　32599　　1/48 Russian Medium Tank T-34-85
　14024　　1/12 Suzuki RG250Γ
　14029　　1/12 Suzuki RG250 Γ with Full Options

Kids
　18098　　Iron Beak (VZ)
　95599　　Mini 4WD Multipurpose Tape (20mm Width/Black)
　95600　　HG Carbon Reinforcing Plate for Super X Chassis (1.5mm)
　95601　　HG Carbon Side Stays for AR Chassis (1.5mm)
　95605　　Mini 4WD Car Catcher (Clear Green)
　95606　　Lightweight Double Aluminum Rollers (13-12mm/Green)
　95607　　HG Lightweight 19mm Aluminum Ball-Race Rollers (Ringless/Green)
　95608　　Adjustable Mass Dampers (2.5g Weights x6/Silver)

Tools & Paints
　69938　　Modeler’s Knife (Red)
　70239　　Gear Set (42T/12T)
　70240　　Gear Set (36T/12T)
　70241　　Fun Sponge Tires

Guesses and Wishes for Tamiya 2021 Releases


Like at the previous changes of the year

a) which products do you think Tamiya could release this year (static, RC, Mini 4WD, anything else) and

b) which products would you personally like to be released (regardless of if their chances are realistic)?

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Popular plastic model due to nesting, chairman Shunsaku Tamiya speaks of “worldwide shortage”

By Takafumi Yabuki, December 27, 2020

Tamiya Chairman Shunsaku Tamiya = Shizuoka Hobby Square, Suruga-ku, Shizuoka City, November 8, 2020


Plastic models are selling. It is said that sales of related products have also increased, as it is seen as “needing demand” due to the new coronavirus. That popular anime has also been made into a plastic model, and it is expected that model fans will expand. However, according to the top executives of each manufacturer, it seems that the sails are not always smooth.

“It has increased by more than 30% year-on-year. Production is not in time and there are not enough products worldwide,” said Shunsaku Tamiya, chairman of model giant Tamiya (Shizuoka City). I have been involved in plastic models for more than half a century, but I am surprised that “models of ships I designed in my 30s and 40s are also selling. This is the first time for me.”

According to Tamiya, not only plastic models, radio-controlled models, and Mini 4WD, but also tool nippers, paints, adhesives, etc. are sold as a whole, and some are still in short supply. The person in charge speculates that “there are fewer people going out and many people have started making plastic models at home.” Corona has restricted the operation of overseas factories, so it is said that it has recruited new employees in Japan.
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Source and full article in Japanese language: Asahi Digital

Tamiya Spring Hobby World 2021


March 6th (Sat) -April 4th (Sun), 2021
Venue: Shizuoka Country Hamaoka Course & Hotel, 3rd Floor Culture Floor　　
Time: 10:30-18:00 (free admission) Address: 2070-2 Kadoya, Omaezaki City, Shizuoka Prefecture 437-1615
Organizer: Kawamura Cultural Promotion Foundation
Special cooperation: Tamiya Corporation

At a clubhouse reminiscent of a palace on a small hill in Enshu-nada, we will hold an “exhibition” that conveys the charm of Tamiya. Shizuoka Country Hamaoka Course & Hotel, which overlooks the Pacific Ocean, is a traditional golf course that has been open for more than 50 years, but the 3rd floor of the clubhouse has a gallery where you can hold solo exhibitions and art exhibitions, and Tamiya in February 2019. We hold an event with the concept of “touching and enjoying” our products. In this exhibition in March 2021, we will introduce RC cars and Mini 4WD, including scale models that can be said to be Tamiya’s representative products. A plastic model with an eye-catching precision finish. An RC car where you can enjoy the fun of control as if you were driving a real car. It is full of “twin star charm” that has captivated many fans, such as the Mini 4WD that can be customized even if it is small. At the venue, you can enjoy a scene exhibition that gathers large scenes created by a scene artist, an original picture exhibition of a package that can be said to be the face of the product, and RC car experience maneuvering, and also Tamiya’s original goods as well as models for souvenirs. Enriched. We look forward to welcoming you with attractive content that will convey your emotions even if you leave the venue.

Tamiya Spring Hobby World Venue (when held in February 2019)

Tamiya Spring Hobby World Exhibition Contents

■ Scale model
It is a model reduced to a fraction of the actual size. The museum item (museum collection) and Tamiya’s plastic model, which has been highly acclaimed overseas, can be said to be a small replica that conveys the genuine charm, features, and structure as it is. Please see the charm of the model that allows you to know the “shape” of things in three dimensions.

■ RC car
Tamiya’s RC (radio control) car is attractive for its powerful driving. Introducing a wide variety of lineups such as on-road cars where you can enjoy full-scale racing, off-road cars that run vigorously on rough terrain, big trucks with an overwhelming presence, and RC tanks that run with a heavy sound.

■ Scene work
This is an exhibition of scene works by professional artists who have published their works in model magazines. In addition to the high level of production technology, the dramatic scenes scattered throughout the work captivate the viewer.

■ Exhibition of excellent works from the doll remodeling contest
1/35 military miniature series, 50 years after its release. We will exhibit excellent works of a unique contest where works with various ingenuity are gathered based on the doll that is the leading role.

■ Sales corner
In addition to Tamiya goods, Tamiya products such as Mini 4WD are also on sale at the venue. After seeing, touching and playing, please enjoy shopping.
The number of event products is limited. Please forgive it when it is sold out.

Tamiya figure remodeling contest 49th prize-winning work announcement


⇒Pamphlet of works participating in the 49th Doll Remodeling Contest (PDF)
In 2020, the casual daily life changed completely. Every day there are no signs of end, but the 49th Doll Remodeling Contest was filled with masterpieces filled with all of your thoughts. Thank you for participating in the contest while dealing with the current situation.

By the way, in this gold medal, seven gods depart on a treasure ship in the hope that the peaceful daily life will return as soon as possible. We have decided on the colorful Seven Lucky Gods of Kazuki Koide . Multiple motifs are composed in a well-balanced manner, and not only the details are created, but also the harmonious color scheme as one group image work is wonderful. Also pay attention to the auspicious crane turtles and the adorable zodiac animals that boarded the treasure ship as a companion to the Seven Lucky Gods. The silver prize was won by Yuji Aoyama, who participated in the contest for the first time . Nobunaga, Hideyoshi, and Ieyasu are three-way in RC sumo. And Mitsuhide asks for the whereabouts of the game … In addition to the fun of the idea, the RC car at the tip of the little finger is a masterpiece with each family crest drawn. In this contest, works based on the appearance of Ken Shimura, who died in the spring of 2020 while being missed, stood out. Mr. Shimura’s old character is “All-Member Assembly”, and Mr. Kunihiko Sato ‘s work won the Bronze Award. Not to mention the wonderful poses of the dolls that immediately come to mind on TV, the title logos of the programs drawn on the pedestal are all three-dimensional characters! .. Mr. Sato, who exhibited for 49 years in a row and showed a technique that seems to be 74 years old, also said, “It’s really hard work!” Along with Ken Shimura, the mysterious artist “Banksy” was the most popular subject. Akira TanikawaThe work of is highly evaluated for the idea of ​​expressing the girl drawn in the silhouette of Banksy in a three-dimensional image and the good sense of the pedestal as a work. And popular YouTuber Fuwa-chan, who made a remarkable achievement this year and entered the top ten in the buzzword award, and Takuma Sato who won the Indy 500 in August 2020 for the second time and decided the pose of delight. These two people who have brightened the mood that tends to sink in this situation can be said to be the faces of this year. Naoto Okada and Norio Mushiaki, who participated in each of the similar works, won the topic award. Ms. Minoru Nagayoshi won the Idea Award . Famous photos of nurses and sailors taken shortly after the end of the war in the United States, both wearing masks this year. It is a work that also expresses gratitude to the author’s medical staff. Kenichi Hizen of the MM Award remodeled the SDF scout into a tense pose. At the age of 13, Takumi Nakayama, who tried to remodel the doll for the first time , won the Junior Award as a German soldier with an impressive painting of camouflage uniform. Both were works that could be said to be the basis of doll remodeling.

Next time is finally 50 times. I hope that you will be able to welcome this memorable tournament in a sunny mood. We are waiting for masterpieces and masterpieces that will bring a new twist to this half-century historic contest.

Winning works　* Honorable Mention (in alphabetical order)