Hatsune Miku x Gundam gashapon launch across Japan
Hatsune Miku's collaboration with iconic mecha series Gundam is set to appear in gashapon machines across Japan, with the release of a new rubber mascot collection.
Charlotte Davis
Charlotte Davis has immersed herself in Japanese culture for over a decade. She's passionate about sharing stories from Japan that highlight what makes the country so unique.
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