Anime Figure Pop‑Ups and Festivals Draw Fans Across Japan

A temporary Gundam Base pop‑up opened on August 1 in Ehime Prefecture’s Matsumae‑cho shopping mall, featuring a two‑metre Gundam greeting visitors and more than 170 model kits and related items. The store will remain open until August 30 and includes a hands‑on assembly workshop for fans.

Meanwhile, the Wonder Festival 2026 summer edition was held on July 26 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, showcasing a large‑scale display of figures from professional and amateur creators. Highlights included collaborations such as Hololive’s Marine‑themed “Chakukoi” figures and a wide range of anime character models, drawing large crowds of enthusiasts.