GUNDAM × MIKU Anniversary Gashapon Figures Revealed
The Gashapon line commemorates the anniversary of Gundam and virtual idol Hatsune Miku. Image via Gashapon.jp.
Japanese pop culture celebrates a landmark moment with the convergence of two of its greatest icons: Mobile Suit Gundam and Hatsune Miku. To commemorate the 45th anniversary of the legendary mecha saga and the 17th anniversary of the virtual idol, Bandai has announced a special Gashapon figure collection. This release, scheduled for July 2025, materializes the collaboration that originated in the "Idol Senshi" (アイドル戦士, Idol Warrior) music video, merging Gundam's military sci-fi aesthetic with Hatsune Miku's pop charm.
Product Information
- Price: 500 JPY (approx. $3.40 USD). Note: Prices are approximate and may vary by retailer and location.
- Release Date: Fourth week of July 2025.
- Line: Gashapon.
- Series: Mobile Suit Gundam, Hatsune Miku.
- Availability: Gashapon vending machines in Japan and select international distributors.
- Product Type: Regular Sale.
- Recommended Age: 15 and up.
Features
The figures in this collection stand out for their high-quality manufacturing, utilizing PVC plastic and precise injection molding capable of reproducing minute details on a small scale. For the finest finishes, such as facial expressions and logos, pad printing is employed, ensuring a sharp and accurate color application on curved surfaces. The visual concept centers on the kigurumi (full-body costume) style, presenting Miku wearing outfits of Zeon's most recognizable mobile suits. This design leverages the "gap moe" aesthetic principle, a Japanese term describing the charm generated by the contrast between two opposing concepts: in this case, the cuteness of a pop idol dressed in the imposing armor of a war machine.
Collection Contents
The complete collection consists of four distinct figures, each offering a unique variation on the theme:
Includes a leek (negi), an iconic item for Miku among her fans. Image via Gashapon.jp.
Zaku-gurumi [Hatsune Miku Ver.] with Leek (Negi): Miku wears a kigurumi of the classic green MS-06 Zaku II. It includes a leek (negi), an iconic object attributed to the character by fan culture, making it a particularly significant piece for her followers.
Its red color and antenna distinguish the "Red Comet's" unit. Image via Gashapon.jp.
Char's Zaku-gurumi [Hatsune Miku Ver.]: This version features Miku in a kigurumi of the MS-06S Zaku II Commander Type, the custom unit of the legendary ace Char Aznable, recognizable by its iconic red color scheme and commander's antenna.
This seated variant offers a different dynamic for displaying the figure. Image via Gashapon.jp.
Zaku-gurumi [Hatsune Miku Ver.] Seated: A variant of the first figure, with Miku in a seated pose. This alternative offers a different dynamic for display and encourages completion of the set.
This figure represents the most literal fusion between the idol and the machine. Image via Gashapon.jp.
Hatsune Miku × Z'Gok (Char's Custom): The most unique piece, where Miku peeks out from the cockpit of Char's amphibious mobile suit, the MSM-07S Z'Gok. This design represents the most literal fusion of both worlds, showing a direct interaction between the character and the machine.
Character and Mobile Suit Overviews
Hatsune Miku (初音ミク)
Hatsune Miku is a voicebank for the Vocaloid singing synthesis software, developed by Crypton Future Media in 2007. Her visual identity is that of a 16-year-old android with long, turquoise pigtails. Thanks to a Creative Commons license that allows for her free use, Miku transformed into a global collaborative cultural phenomenon. Musicians and artists worldwide have created hundreds of thousands of works with her, leading her to perform in concerts as a holographic projection and collaborate with renowned international brands and artists.
MS-06S Zaku II Commander Type (Char's Custom)
The MS-06S Zaku II is a high-performance variant of the standard Zaku II, the backbone of the Principality of Zeon's army during the One Year War. Designed for elite pilots, it featured 30% more thrust and acceleration. The most famous unit, piloted by ace Char Aznable, is painted in his distinctive red color and equipped with a commander's antenna. His legendary performance at the Battle of Loum earned Char the nickname "The Red Comet," making this mobile suit one of the most iconic antagonist mecha designs in history.
MSM-07S Z'Gok Commander Type (Char's Custom)
The MSM-07 Z'Gok is a successful amphibious mobile suit from the Principality of Zeon, designed for operations both on land and underwater. Its more powerful and efficiently cooled reactor powered a formidable arsenal that included mega-particle cannons in the forearms and iron claws for close-quarters combat. The 'S' version for commanders, like the one piloted by Char Aznable, had improved performance and is famous for its lethal assault on the Federation's Jaburo base, where it demonstrated its destructive superiority.
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Sources
- Gundam 45th Anniversary × Hatsune Miku Collaboration Song "Idol Senshi" MV Released! | GUNDAM.INFO (Accessed July 18, 2025)
- GUNDAM × MIKU Anniversary Special project. Figure Collection | GASHAPON (Accessed July 18, 2025)
- Hatsune Miku in Zaku and Z'Gok Costumes Appears in Gashapon from "Gundam 45th Anniversary × Hatsune Miku" Collaboration Project! | HOBBY Watch (Accessed July 18, 2025)
- Hatsune Miku | Wikipedia (Accessed July 18, 2025)
- Zaku | Wikipedia (Accessed July 18, 2025)
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