Hobby Japan Issue 673 (July 2025)

Celebrating the Future of Gundam and the Evolution of Gunpla

In 2025, Gunpla commemorates its 45th anniversary, a milestone marked by innovative models and captivating content that have defined the franchise’s legacy. This year, the spotlight shines on the “GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION” at EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai, open since 13 April. This pavilion showcases the visionary spirit of Gundam, blending cutting-edge technology with the franchise’s iconic storytelling.

Our feature opens with an in-depth report on the Gundam Pavilion, offering insights into its immersive exhibits and futuristic themes. We also present a detailed review of the exclusive “EXPO2025 1/144 RX-78F00/E Gundam (Glass Feather Equipment)” Gunpla kit, a model intricately designed to reflect the pavilion’s aesthetic and innovation. Accompanying this are engaging columns tracing the rich history of Gunpla’s evolution, from its origins to its modern advancements. These explore how Gundam continues to inspire and how Gunpla adapts to shape the future, connecting fans with the limitless possibilities of this beloved universe.

Plus of course, there are hundreds of pages of other news, features and articles you'll love!

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Japanese Title

月刊ホビージャパン2025年7月号

Description in Japanese

巻頭特集
ガンプラ45周年記念
ガンダムの未来とガンプラ進化

　2025年はガンプラが誕生してから45周年を迎えます。これまでも周年ごとに新たなガンプラやさまざまなコンテンツが展開されてきましたが、今年は4月13日より開催されている「EXPO 2025 大阪・関西万博」のパビリオンのひとつ「GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION（以下、ガンダムパビリオン）」が注目を集めています。本特集ではガンダムパビリオンのレポートを筆頭に、そのパビリオンと密接な関係にあるガンプラ「EXPO2025 1/144 RX-78F00/E ガンダム（EX-001 グラスフェザー装備）」のキットレビュー作例を掲載。ガンプラ進化の歴史を解説したコラムなども含めて、「ガンダム」と未来がどのようにつながっていくのか、そしてガンプラは今後どのように進化していくのかを探っていきます。