Tamashii Nations, a Japanese company that produces high-quality collectible figures and toys, celebrated its 15th anniversary by embarking on a world tour in 2023 to showcase its flagship collector brand, Tamashii Nations, in five cities around the world. I had the opportunity to visit the 2023 Tamashii Nations World Tour in New York, where it took place at Grand Central Terminal and Times Square from 28 – 30 April, 2023.
The World Tour featured a range of products from various sub-lines, including SH Figuarts, The Robot Spirits, and Saint Cloth Myth EX Pegasus Seiya. The commemorative event showcased a variety of characters from different franchises, such as Dragonball, Gundam, Spider-Man, and Spider-Gwen.
It was really fun to have access to giant characters that made for perfect photo ops, both in Grand Central and Times Square. While the Times Square pop up was informational, the one in Grand Central had a shop with exclusive merchandize that could be bought at the world tour only. Based on ads I saw in Times Square, it appears that there may be a more permanent Tamashi Nations store opening there soon.
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What is Tamashii Nations Japan?
Tamashii Nations is a Japanese company that is the force behind high-quality collectible figures and toys.
Tamashii Nations is a brand that offers high-quality, highly detailed collectibles and merchandise from various popular franchises such as Dragon Ball, Naruto, Sailor Moon, and more. The brand is known for its attention to detail and the quality of its products, which are highly sought after by collectors around the world.
Tamashii Nations World Tour 2023
Tamashii Nations World Tour is a global event organized by Bandai Spirits Co. Ltd, to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their flagship collector brand, Tamashii Nations. The Five-city world tour which kicked off in New York April 2023 will also travel through Tokyo, Mexico City, Shanghai, and Paris. It offers a unique opportunity for fans and collectors of the brand to come together and celebrate their love for the various collectibles and merchandise offered by Tamashii Nations, especially given the tour specific merchandize that is being offered to its fans.
The World Tour event offers fans a chance to see some of the latest products offered by Tamashii Nations, as well as exclusive merchandise and limited edition items that are only available at the event. The event also features various interactive experiences, such as photo opportunities, workshops, and more, to engage fans and provide them with a unique and memorable experience.
Overall, the Tamashii Nations World Tour is a celebration of the brand and an opportunity for fans to come together and share their love for the various franchises and collectibles offered by Tamashii Nations.
Tamashii Nations JP Tour in New York
The Tamashii Nations World Tour 2023 kicked off in New York City, where it was held at two locations: Grand Central Terminal and Times Square, and offered free admission.
The exhibition at Grand Central Terminal was held in Vanderbilt Hall, where visitors could see various Tamashii items from multiple brands and lines, including Gundam and S.H. Figuarts Dragonball.
The Tamashii Nations JP World Tour in Times Square was more informational, and offered a fun walk through with details about the World Tour.
Tamashii Nations Featured Products
Tamashii Nations World Tour 2023 is showcasing a wide range of products from various popular franchises. Here are some of the featured products that visitors can expect to see at the event:
Dragonball
Dragonball fans found a range of SH Figuarts figures available at the event, which included highly detailed figures feature characters from the popular anime and manga series, including Goku, Vegeta, and Frieza. The figures come in various scales, including 6 inch and 7 inch, and are part of the SH Figuarts sub-line.
Saint Cloth Myth EX Pegasus Seiya
Fans of the Saint Seiya anime and manga series were introduced to the release of the Saint Cloth Myth EX Pegasus Seiya figure. This highly detailed and articulated figure comes with a range of accessories, including interchangeable hands and a cloth armor. The figure is part of the Saint Cloth Myth EX sub-line.
Hi-Metal R VF-0S Phoenix
Fans of the Macross anime series saw the Hi-Metal R VF-0S Phoenix figure at the event. This highly detailed and articulated figure features the iconic transforming fighter jet from the series, and came with a range of accessories, including interchangeable hands and weapons.
Spider-Gwen and Spider-Man
Marvel fans can have something to look forward to with the release of the Spider-Gwen and Spider-Man figures. These highly detailed figures feature the popular characters from the Spider-Man comics and movies. The figures come in various scales, including 6 inch, and are part of the SH Figuarts sub-line.
The Robot Spirits
The Robot Spirits is a sub-line of highly detailed and articulated figures featuring various mecha and robots from popular anime and manga series, and there were a range of figures from this sub-line at the event, including the Gundam and Evangelion series.
Commemorative Items
There were a number of commemorative items to celebrate Tamashii Nations’ 15th anniversary which are exclusive to the tour. These include SH Figuarts line of action figures, which are available in a variety of characters and scales, including 6 inch and larger, for fans of popular franchises such as Dragon Ball, Sailor Moon, and Marvel.
In addition to action figures, there are commemorative items such as t-shirts, tote bags, and keychains featuring popular characters from various franchises.
Tamashii Nations also offered limited edition event items that are only available for purchase at the World Tour events.
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Closing Thoughts
The Tamashii Nations World Tour 2023 was a highly anticipated event that celebrated the 15th anniversary of the toy manufacturer, and fans were thrilled at the access they had to all the collectible figures and photo ops at two iconic New York landmarks, Times Square and Grand Central.
The tour is going next to Tokyo, Mexico City, Shanghai, and Paris to showcase a wide range of products from various brands and lines, including S.H. Figuarts Dragonball, which was a big hit among attendees.
The World Tour offers a unique opportunity for fans to interact with the products and meet the creators behind them in an immersive experience that allowed attendees to explore the world of Tamashii Nations and learn more about their favorite characters and series, and buy exclusive merchandise that was only available at the event.
Overall, the Tamashii Nations World Tour 2023 was a huge success in New York, engaging fans, and celebrating 15 years of Tamashii Nations, while offering a glimpse into what they have in store for their fans in the future.
