![METAL ROBOT Spirits Gundam TR 1 [Hazel Rah] Second Form 0](https://i0.wp.com/cdn.essential-japan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/METAL-ROBOT-Spirits-Gundam-TR-1-Hazel-Rah-Second-Form-0.webp?fit=768%2C432&ssl=1)
Bandai has officially opened US pre-orders for a brand-new premium figure set based on the upgraded forms of Advance of Zeta's Gundam TR-1 [Hazel], bringing together a number of previous releases to create the "METAL ROBOT Spirits Gundam TR-1 [Hazel-Rah] Second Form".
![RG 1144 Gundam Base Limited ZGMF X10A Freedom Gundam Ver.GCP [Clear Color] 0](https://i0.wp.com/cdn.essential-japan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/RG-1144-Gundam-Base-Limited-ZGMF-X10A-Freedom-Gundam-Ver.GCP-Clear-Color-0.webp?fit=768%2C432&ssl=1)
Bandai has officially released a new clear-color Real Grade take on the Freedom Gundam that transforms the version based on Shanghai’s life-size statue into a new and exclusive Gunpla kit.
Bandai Spirits has officially launched a new Ichiban Kuji Dragon Ball GT prize lottery, giving fans a new wave of figures and collectible that arrive as the anime celebrates its 30th anniversary.
Hatsune Miku is returning to Okinawa later this year for a second large-scale tourism event, with the 2026 edition expanding beyond central Naha to celebrate the restoration of the historic Shuri Castle.
Square Enix has officially opened orders for a new STATIC ARTS statue of Tifa Lockhart that recreates one of her popular swimsuit costumes from Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
Pokémon is officially bringing back its sold-out Water-type TCG figure collection, giving collectors another chance to pick up the card-inspired figures.
Square Enix has opened pre-orders for a new Sephiroth figure based on Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, bringing the legendary SOLDIER to its upgraded PLAY ARTS SHIN action figure series.