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7 Action Figures That Gamers Will Love (Post)

Video game action figures offer the perfect way to show off your love of your favorite games. Avid collectors of video game memorabilia understand their value because they’re fun to play with o ...
The Last Jedi Toys: The Best Action Figures from Episode VIII (Post)

For decades, fans both young and old have been obsessed with the epic series that is Star Wars. You could mention the phrase “may the force be with you to anyone between the ages of seven and sixt ...
Nintendo Action Figures: Our Favorite Nintendo Character Toys (Post)

Ah, Nintendo. Microsoft and Sony die-hards can say what they will, but after all is said and done, is there really any fanbase that can match the complete love and devotion that Nintendo fans have ...
The Best Anime Action Figures for Collectors (Post)

With an explosion of innovative and instantly popular anime, and the merch to go along with it, even long-time fans of all things anime will start to wonder why Luffy tried so hard to find treasure w ...
A Beginner’s Guide to Collecting Action Figures (Post)

Action figure collecting is the art of finding just the right model or figurine that accurately reflects your love for a favorite pastime, encapsulates your favorite character, and — we’ll admit i ...
Discover SM5+ Ultra Force and its revolutionary new features! (Post)

What better way to start the year than with a new Pokémon TCG expansion? Released January 19 th, SM5+ Ultra Force is the latest 50-card subset release for the Pokémon Trading Card ...
Want to be the very best? Take the Champion Road with Pokémon SM6B! (Post)

Have you always dreamed of being the very best? Like no one ever was? Well now is your chance with the latest expansion from the Pokémon TCG - the highly anticipated SM6B Champio ...
Top 5 Model Cars to Build for Adults (Post)

Calling all car enthusiasts and model builders! Check out some of the best model cars for adults to build on the market today. Plaza Japan offers a huge selection of the most sought-after classic car ...
How to Paint Plastic Models Like an Expert (Post)

Plastic models offer a world of customization and fun. Some enjoy constructing models based on their favorite automobiles, airplanes, or buildings. Other people like assembling and painting models ...
A Super Brief History of Model Trains (Post)

There's nothing like watching and hearing a train go down a railroad track. You feel the ground rumble underneath while watching one of these marvels pass. Fortunately, you can get this excitement ...
Top 5 Best Old-School Anime Classics Everyone Should See at Least Once (Post)

If you’re making a list of the top anime classics, you’re going to have a tough time. Any list of the classic anime is nearly always dominated by Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. Wh ...
5 "Overwatch" Figures You Need to Add to Your Collection (Post)

Overwatch is a team-based multiplayer online game published by Blizzard Entertainment in 2016. In this online first-person shooter game, players are divided into two teams of six, with each player ...
5 of the Best Japanese Toys for Toddlers (Post)

Shopping for toddlers can be a bit tricky. They’re at an age where they’re able to play with more toys, but there’s always the risk that they might try to eat something that they shouldn’t. The good ...
10 Plastic Model Kits for Beginners (Post)

Plaza Japan has a variety of model kits for beginners regardless of age. You'll find lots of model building kits for adults, not to mention kits for kids and teens, too! If you have to start small, t ...
How to Master Model Railroading Scales (Post)

Model railroading can be an exciting new hobby to pursue, allowing you to acquire some of the most faithful recreations of your favorite trains and create stunning realistic environments for them to ...
5 Easy Magic Tricks for Kids (Post)

Whether your goal is to perform on live stages or simply to impress people at parties, learning a few magic tricks that are easy enough to pull off, even for kids, is definitely worth your while.
1/144 HG UC MSK-008 DIJEH Review (Post)

1/144 HG UC MSK-008 DIJEH ReviewThe MSK-008 Dijeh is a mobile suit that appears in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam from the Universal Century timeline.A series that first aired in 1985 in Japan, this classic ...
5 Fantastic Nendoroid Toys You Need To Check Out! (Post)

Nendoroid toys are a line of plastic figures produced by the Good Smile Company since 2006. These figures are caricature-like in their appearance with larger heads compared to their bodies and oft ...
4 Awesome Bandai Gundam Models (Post)

Are you looking for a new model for your collection? Bandai Gundam models are some of the best out there, featuring quality parts, outstanding attention to detail, and of course the ultra-sweet ch ...
How Are Plastic Model Kits Made? (Post)

If you’re a fan of scale models, chances are you’ve wondered how they’re actually made. While it varies from company to company, plastic models are typically produced using a process called inject ...
1/144 RG Unicorn Gundam 02 Banshee Norn Review (Post)

1/144 RG UNICORN GUNDAM 02 BANSHEE NORN Review This is the review of one of the most popular and best selling Gunpla models since its release last year. It's been a few years since I h ...
Our Favorite Tamiya Models (Post)

Tamiya models are world-famous for their astounding, intricate details. In fact, they’re so accurately scaled that they’re often referred to as “museum items.” Whether you’re looking for a sports ...
Pokemon GO's 2022 Winter Holiday Event Has Begun! (Post)

You can always count on Niantic to bless us with a winter holiday themed Pikachu wearing a festive hat once the holiday season comes around! We’re now midway through December and The Pokémo ...
Everything You Need to Know About Beyblade for Kids (Post)

Have your kids been asking for a Beyblade battle set, but you have no idea what that is? Chances are they saw the anime on TV, fell in love with it, and want to try it for themselves. Startin ...
ZAKU HALF CANNON HG 1/144 DE BANDAI : REVIEW GUNPLA (Post)

Hello everyone, Because TAG is also a site that adapts to everyone's passions (and especially mine ) I chose to talk to you now about Gunpla. But before starting this first review we must still e ...
Jujutsu Kaisen: Has Season 3 Changed Anything from the Manga? (Post)

The Highlights There are 12 total episodes in Jujutsu Kaisen season 3, part 1. The new season has already covered the introduction of Tokyo Colony No.1 and fan favorites like Higuruma&rsqu ...
Top 5 Best Bandai Gundam Model Kits of 2017 (Post)

We’re thrilled to show off some of the best Bandai Gundam model kits of 2017. Whether you’re a long-time fan of the Gundam sci-fi franchise or you’re just getting into it, you’re going to love the ...
5 Pokemon Gifts for the Pokemon Lover in Your Life (Post)

From Japan all the way here to the states, Pokemon has had a massive impact on popular culture, leaving an undeniable mark on children across the world. Starting out as a video game, Pokemon soon exp ...
Plastic Scale Model Supplies - How To Build Plastic Scale Models (Post)

Plastic scale model building is one of the oldest hobbyist activities, and it remains very popular today. Model building encourages precision, passion, and above all else, pride in a quality produ ...
GRIMOIRE 1/144 HG DE BANDAI : REVIEW GUNPLA (Post)

Here is the review of a model that I expected to assemble for a long time, the GRIMOIRE 1/44 HG. Indeed his look and his "character design" are quite special. Grimoire, my beautiful G ...
An Explanation of Japanese Train Symbols (Post)

Welcome aboard the exciting world of model train building! This hobby has been a delight for generations of people around the world, especially in Japan. Considering how crucial the locomotive ...
A Retro Anime Gift Guide: Nostalgic Presents for Old-School Fans (Post)

Anime is an art form that’s been around longer than you probably realize. Animation in Japan started in 1917, with anime entering mainstream popularity around the 1980s. Soon, anime’s influence qu ...
Mimikyu Month: Pokemon's Saddest Pokemon Finally Gets Some Love (Post)

Mimikyu is finally enjoying a moment in the moonlight during Pokemon Halloween! The Pokemon Company has made it a mission to spotlight every Pokemon in the Pokedex, and, this month, Mimikyu is get ...
UNICORN 02 BANSHEE NORN 1/144 RG DE BANDAI : REVIEW GUNPLA (Post)

Appearing on stalls in February 2018 this model Unicorn 02 Banshee Norn "Real Grade" format 1/144 represents all the technical excellence of Bandai Gunpla. Indeed this mobile hyper technic ...
5 of the Best Japanese Robot Model Kits (Post)

Putting together plastic model kits is a popular hobby. It's meticulous, detailed, and time-consuming which is why it's such a worthwhile activity. You put in hours of work, gluing, fitting parts, ...
7 Lamborghini Scale Models Every Collector Must Own (Post)

For nearly a century, the word “Lamborghini” has been immediately associated with style, luxury, and prestige. In recent times, the mere purchase of one of these beauties was a way to say to the worl ...
Top 5 Unique Japanese Toy Gifts for Kids (Post)

Shopping for kids can be hard given the sheer number of toys out there, even if you’re shopping for a specific age group or a child in your family. Fortunately, you can start your search by looking f ...
Shizuoka Hobby Show 2017 Tour (Post)

Good day to you all Plaza Japan customers and followers. As some of you may probably know, we attended the 56th Shizuoka Hobby Show and we would like to share with you some of our thoughts and g ...
The Best Toy Brands: 5 of Our Favorite Japanese Toy Brands (Post)

Ideal for collectors of all ages, Japanese toys are truly special. Whether you’re interested in puzzles, action figures, or scale model kits, the best toy brands from Japan will not disap ...
Cruisin' Down Main: 10 Fun, Model Car Kits (Post)

Plaza Japan has model car kits for every type of enthusiast. Whether you love race cars, luxury cruisers, or regular everyday automobiles, you'll find it here in our Japanese plastic model ...
Brain Builder: The Benefits of Puzzles & How They Can Make You Smarter (Post)

The benefits of puzzles are undeniable. From improved memory to increased attention to detail, your seemingly simple hobby can increase both the length and quality of your life. Sitting down to do ...
What Are Zoids and Why Are Zoids Model Kits So Expensive? (Post)

If you’re a plastic model or toy collector, chances are that you’ll likely find yourself running out of products to buy within a given franchise as you expand your collection. Some collec ...
Top Tips for Collecting Anime Figures Without Breaking the Bank (Post)

If you’re a fan of manga and anime, having the entire series in media format might not be the only way you wish to express your love for your favorite characters. Those who are massive fans of ...
Top 7 Best Military Plastic Model Kits (Post)

You don’t have to be a military history junkie to appreciate a well-made military model. You only need to appreciate the care it takes to build a precise replica of an amazing piece of machinery.
4 of the Best Japanese Skin Care Brands (Post)

You're probably already using many of the best Japanese skin care brands without even realizing it. The same goes for the best Japanese cosmetic brands. Beauty vloggers and makeup artists have long b ...
3 Super Fun Summer Hobbies for Boys (Post)

Let’s face it, finding fun and exciting ways to entertain the kids during the summer can be difficult these days. It can be difficult, whether your a parent or a child yourself, to find fun and enric ...
Privacy Policy (Page)

PRIVACY STATEMENT SECTION 1 - WHAT DO WE DO WITH YOUR INFORMATION? When you purchase something from our store, as part of the buying and selling process, we collect the personal information you giv ...
About Us (Page)

About Plaza Japan Plaza Japan has become one of the world’s leading online sources of rare and authentic Japanese action figures, model kits, toys, and puzzles. Located in Osaka, Japan, we are ...