The latest installment in the remake series of the popular anime "Space Battleship Yamato," "Be Forever Yamato: Rebel 3199," includes plastic models of the "1/1000 Wave Motion Experimental Ship Ginga [3199]" and "Mecha Collection Space Battleship Yamato 3199 (Third Remodeling Type: Participation Medal Award Ceremony Commemorative Paint)" (Bandai Spirits), which are on display at the 63rd All Japan Model Hobby Show, a model exhibition currently being held at Tokyo Big Sight (Koto Ward, Tokyo). The "1/1000 Wave Motion Experimental Ship Ginga [3199]" is a 1/1000-scale model of the Space Battleship Yamato's sister ship, Ginga. Effect parts are included to recreate main gun firing. The bridge dome parts are for color reproduction, and colorless clear parts are included for use with the separately sold LED unit. Aircraft can be attached to the included display stand. Cosmo Zero, Cosmo Zero missile-equipped aircraft, and Cosmo Tiger II are included. Release date: January 2026. 6,050 yen.
The "Mecha Collection Space Battleship Yamato 3199 (Third Remodel: Participation Medal Award Ceremony Commemorative Paint)" includes engine nozzle effect parts, selectable parts to recreate the deployed stabilizer wing state, and water-transfer decals with various markings. Scheduled for release in March 2026. 1,100 yen.
The All Japan Model Hobby Show is a model exhibition that began in 1963. This year's exhibitors include Bandai Spirits, Tamiya, Kotobukiya, Aoshima Bunka Kyozai, Good Smile Company, and more. October 17th is an invitation day for related parties, while the 18th and 19th are open to the general public. Tickets are 1,200 yen on the day, and 1,000 yen in advance. Free for junior high school students and younger.
