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A new doujinshi for Summer Comike by Circle Keumaya which comes with figures, Chokangofu Painkiller Kotone-chan and Akumako (Akumako Yagi) was released only at Tora. At Summer Comike, her crotch was made with details, so it was judged as inappropriate figure and couldn't be sold. Tora Online store introduced the figures, "Circle Keumaya made the last and the best figures. Finally, they have arrived!!"

Kaiyodo action figure Revoltech Gloomy was released on the 12th. According to the figire's information, "beating, kicking, scratching, biting, etc, he can do anything cruel," "putting blood on his mouth, Gloomy shows his brutality." Review by Hacchaka-san was "the gap between his lovely look and unmatched bloodshed and a muzzle is funny."

" Design Interior Collection Limited Colors Vol.2" released by Reac Japan were sold at Kotobukiya Radio Hall, and one of the chairs was displayed with figma Miku Hatsune, etc. They are miniature designers chairs by famous designers (foreigners), and figma Miku was sitting on a miniature " Ball Chair" designed by Eero Aarnio.

Toranoana's Toho Sofbi Serial, Majimaji Patchouli, Araburu Sakuya, and Osanpo Remilia were released at Toranoana on the 7th (they are sold only at Tora). They are Sofbi figures made based on illustrations by Erret, x6suke, and Flipflops. 3 of them were released at the same time, and on the 4F of Tora A (former Tora 1st Branch), Toho Sofbi tower was created.

Young Ace -September Issue- (Vol.2) was released on the 4th. The cover illustration was of Sadamoto's "Eva" Shikinami Asuka, and as a supplement, a figure of the movie, Eva, "Shikinami Asuka Langley -Plug Suits Ver.-" comes with the magazine. Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby displayed a sample of "Shikinami Asuka" figure and said "comes with a high-quality figure that was made based on an illustration from collected paintings of Sadamoto!"

Revoltech Eva --Eva Test Type-01, Eva Production Model-02, and Eva Production Model-05-- that got scarce→ sold out were ordered urgently and reproduced urgently. And they were released on August 1st (at some stores, they were out on the 31st). The number of Revoltech "the Movie Evangelion: Ha" that were reproduced urgently was cut drastically; at many stores, the figures disappeared right after they were out at stores again.

Revoltech Queens Blade Rekisen no Youhei Echidna was released on the 1st. According to the figure's information, "a mercenary of a veteran, Elf. From her damaged protective clothing, her curvaceous boobs are shown little bit." It is a figure that exposes her skin a lot. Mizuakuta-san reviewed the figure and said "I feel like it was developed not as a movable figure- as an ero figure more so."

A figure of a Yandere heroine, "Kotonoha Katsura" from School Days was released on the 24th. Review by Sensei-san was "it's very rare to see famous heroines whose pupil of the eyes are open like this. But, this figure shows such eyes very well. Kotobukiya, you guys know it well!" In the review of "putting little blood," Kotonoha became like this.

Nendoroid Zange-chan , who showed up in anime "Kannagi" and whom you can do with 100yen/once, was released on the 16th. According to its product information , "a mean face, 'Hakua' face, and also, a necessary signboard for Zange-chan, '100yen/once' come with the figure." Review by Earl.box-san was "let me take photos of Zange-chan who is waiting for customers on a street at night (are you serious)," etc.

A guidebook of Wonder Festival 2009 [Summer], which will be held at Makuhari Messe on July 26th (Sunday), was released on the 14th. According to Wikipedia, it is the biggest "annual event to display and sell 'garage kits.'" Because an accident of escalator jerking backward happened (?), Wonfes took a break one time, and this summer, it comes back after a year's silence. Gamers Main branch wrote "thank you for waiting wwww. After a year's silence!"

Moka Akashiya -Vampire Kakkuseigo Ver.- figure from "Rosario to Vampire" was released on the 9th. According to the product information, "for the first time, 'hidden Moka' becomes into a figure! She is beautiful and bewitching- how attractive!" Review by Akiba-hobby-san was "look-like-soft boobs and peachy thighs with beautiful skin. What a coquettish atmosphere."

Toko Aozaki figure from the movie, "Kara no Kyoukai -The Garden of Sinners-" was released on the 8th. An introduction of Hobby Stock was "she sits calmly, having a cigarette in her hand- that shows a quiet atmosphere just like her personality," "a beautiful feminine bodyline is worth seeing," etc. Review by Sesei-san was "it's great that the atmosphere of an 'adult lady' is shown well."

A sample of Revoletech Evangelion EVA-00 [The Movie Evangelion: Ha] Seven-eleven Special was started to display at Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby. Its product information wrote "not only making a completely new figure, but it also comes with an original equipment as an option. Being coated by metallic, it shows the difference from figures of 'the Movie Evangelion: Jyo.'" It is a limited action figure released to celebrate the 1st anniversary of Seven-eleven net.

An event of figures, models, and garage kits, Wonder Festival 2009 [Summer] will be held on July 26th (Sunday) , changing the place from Tokyo Big Sight to Makuhari Messe. This time, the event uses the total of 7 halls (from the 2nd to the 8th halls) in Makuhari Messe. Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby in Akihabara put an announcement of the release of Wonfes catalog and said "let's go to the largest scale of Wonfes in the history!"

Revoltech Queens Blade Meido e Sasoumono, Airi was released on the 1st. "Revoltech Airi" is an action figure of a character, "Airi" designed by a director Takamura, who is known for Strike Witches. Review by Mizuakuta-san was "such a dirty toy is sold at a normal toy store or a volume seller… Airi is a must!"

Figma Drossel, which was released on June 30th was, according to .30Cal-club-san, "I couldn't find it at anywhere- I even got confused that it was actually released or not," Azure-toy-box-san said "none is left around Akihabara." On July 1st, I looked figma Drossel in Akiba; there was no brand-new figma Drossel. I only found unopened secondhand Drossel in a rental showcase and Yellow-sub G-Shop.

Rin Kagamine figure was released on the 29th from Good Smile Company. Its product information was: “it was made by imaging an energetic live stage. Rin sings a song, shows her lovely face, and poses, having a microphone on her hand.” Earl.box-san said “her ero-kawaii (erotic and lovely) armpit and ass are like god!” POP at Asobit Chara City was “this ass! Seduces us… huh.”

The movie “Evangelion: Ha” was released on June 27th, and Kabuki-cho, Shinjyuku where “announced the 3rd new Kabukicho” became like this. Reviews of the movie were: Makaroni-san- “anyway, you better watch it,” Manga-life-san- “interesting overwhelmingly,” etc. In Akihabara, I realized that an action figure, “Revoltech Evangelion -the Movie: Ha- edition” got scarce.

Kotobukiya's Kousaka Tamaki (Chouhatsu -Lascivious- Ver.) Figure was released on the 25th. According to the figure's information, "a new variation of Tama-sis's figure which has a sexy face has arrived! The level of bewitchment has increased!" It is a figure of Tama-sister, who wears black bikini. Review by Sensei-san was "everybody approves that Tama-sister is beautiful and hell attractive. Wonderful. Erotic, you're really erotic, Tama-sister."

Toranoana Main Branch displayed a sample of figma Fireball "Drossel" with a figma-sized Shitsuji (a steward), papercraft "Gedächtnis" made by a staff together. The staff who made "Gedächtnis" said "I made it by force of circumstances (^^). Even though legs are made by expanded polystyrene, and it only has the half of the body..."

Kaiyodo's action figures, Revoltech Evangelion:2.0 You Can (Not) Advance Edition-, Eva Test Type-01, Eva Production Model-02, Eva Production Model-03, and Eva Provisional Unit-05 were released at the same time on the 13th. The 01, 02, and 05 are action figures sold individually, and the 03 is a bonus of "Revoltech Daizen," a mook of figures. At Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby, all those 4 figures were displayed.

The Usa-kun autograph session was held on the 31st (Sunday) at Dungeon Books, and it was like this. On the next day, the 1st, a life-sized figure of "W-chan," who was announced at the Usa-kun autograph session was displayed. Her face was designed by Nori Isawa and her body was offered by Amagappa Shoujogun. According to its direction, "OK to lift her skirt, prohibit hairfuck. If you do Bukkake, crush your penis♥"

Queens Blade "Ouma no Joou, Arudora" figure was released on the 28th. According to the figure's information , "if you get her who is the last boss of Queens Blade, your collection will be completed!?" Review by Foo-bar-baz-san was "the secret cleaver of her lower body is hell chaos (^^;" AZURE-toy-box-san said "however we see, that's pen*s. Really (ry"

1/4 "Takamachi Nanoha" -Swimwear Ver.- figure by Good Smile Company was released on the 26th. It is a figure made based on the cover illustration of Megami Magazine -September 2007- whose points were boobs and a bellybutton of "Nanoha" and "Fate." Review by foo-bar-baz-san was "boobs that grew as big as being able to put on arms and butt that couldn't be covered fully by her small swimwear were erotic (^^;"

The other day, a display base for an action figure, "di:stage" was introduced in Akihabara, and an explanatory meeting of di:stage was held. An example of di:stage with paper craft scene displayed at the meeting was moved to a figure shop in Akihabara, and now, it is displayed in the store. There was an example of di:stage with Lucky Star and Haruhi figma at Sofmap AM Branch, and according to a macho man, " this pedestal, pretty good, huh."

A bishoujo figure, Butterfly's Dream Choco Figure vol.2 -SP Type-, which comes with a full-action dog figure was released on the 19th. According to the product information , "an accessory, a dog, is a full-action dog that can do 'down' and 'sit'!! The dog's mouth also moves! Of course, it is able to unite with Choco!!" The figure of a bishoujo who rises her lower back has a hole.

Ranka Lee N.A Ver. figure was released on the18th. It is a figure made based on Nose Art of Ranka, and on Ranka's nipples, there are pasties whose shape is a star. Review by Akiba-hobby-san was "how to express small boobs is great!" Foo-bar-baz-san said "on top of boobs, stars are (^^; don't need to do 'kira☆' in such places (^^;"

1/32 L.E.D. Mirage -Bust Up Model- by Volks was introduced to the public at Volks Akihabara SR, and it is displayed from the 16th to the 24th. 1/32 L.E.D. Mirage -Bust Up Model- is a garage kit of the motor head of FSS (Five-star story), and according to the product information , it is "a high spec garage kit of a different dimension," etc. The height is 70cm, and the price is 123,900yen (incl. tax).

figma Lucky☆Star OVA Kagami Hiiragi Cosplay ver. was released on the 15th. According to the product information, "'Kagami Hiiragi' became a cosplayer of Miku Hatsune. And now, its figma was released!," "a new figure was made from zero to match with Kagami's body," and "it comes with 2 face parts- an amazed look and a shy face." Moetokka-shotenin-san reviewed "can play freely as much as you want! (emphasizing)."

"Nagato Yuki Gekisou Ver." figure was released on the 14th. Review by Moetokka-shoten-san was "I guess this is a figure that we enjoy crevices (are you nuts)." Its product information explained " the image of this illustration as its base, she makes a cool posing like a live scene. Around her bellybutton that is shown from her jacket… don't miss the fetish elements, too."

From Lucky☆Star OVA, "Nendoroid Mikkumiku Kagami" was released on the 12th. Its product information explained "a scene of having 2 green onions as its main, it has a shy face as well as the face of saying 'wanna do ****,' which became a topic that corrected the voice!" Review by Foo-bar-baz-san was "the destructing power of shy face, which is same as its original illustration, is just amazing (^^;"

Samples of Revoltech Evangelion New Movie Edition, Test Type-01, Production Model-02, and Provisional Unit-05 were displayed with their packages at Toranoana Main Branch. Right before the movie Evangelion: Ha (EVANGELION:2.0 YOU CAN (NOT) ADVANCE.) opens to the public, June 15th, those 3 Eva machines, Type-01, Production Model-02, and Provisional Unit-05 will be released at the same time, and Production Model-03 will be a bonus of a magazine, "Revoltech Daizen," which will also be released on the 15th.

" Let's go to Akiba on G.W! A display of samples of new works" by Good Smile Company was held at 3 stores in Akiba (Sofmap AM Branch, Toranoana Main Branch, and Kotobukiya Radio Hall) on the 1st, and sample figures were displayed. Like Akiba-life-san wrote, at the section of preorders at Sofmap AM Branch 1F, the most princess in the world was displayed.

An action figure by Medicos, Cho Kado "J.P. Polnareff" was sold at Sofmap AM Branch, Asobit Chara City, Kotobukiya, and Volks on the 29th. Polnareff is known as Ascii Art: "I… I'm gonna tell you everything happened right now!" He is a popular (?) character that is even used on POP in Akiba. This Chozo Kado "Polnareff" can show "panties openly."

The "Hinagiku Swimwear Ver. figure" by Kotobukiya which Kenjiro Hata praised highly by saying " it was really fine☆" on Sunday Manga-ka Back Stage, was out again around the 25th, and by the 28th, it was sold at Kotobukiya Radio Hall, Sofmap AM Branch, Asobit Chara City, and Volks Akihabara SR. POP at Volks Akihabara SR was "Pettanko arrived again."

A figure made based on the main visual of " Haruhi no Gekisou," " Asahina Mikuru Gekisou Ver." was released on the 23rd. According to its product information, "having a tambourine on her hand, she gives lovely smile. This figure shows Mikuru's personality very well! This is such a cute figure; her frilly pink dress makes it cuter." Review by Foo-bar-baz-san was " I've never seen such energetic and lively Mikuru (^^;"

Nendoroid "Louise " and "Rin Kokonoe" were released on the 20th. In the product information, Rin Kokonoe said "I'm gonna heal you extremely and cutely♥" and Louise said "well, not that I want to heal you, you know!" Review by Kansaitei-san was "it's just great for me who love Tsu-te-lu (twin tails) [Rin]" and "… after all, Pettanko (flat) has not changed w [Louise]."

Toranoana's Toho Sofbi, "Marisa Daze!" & "Yakimoki Alice" were released on the 17th. Marisa was illustrated by Oruka Irukawa , and Alice was illustrated by Haniwa. They are figures made by soft vinyl. On the back of its package, " not only her size is big, but also, she has a haughty attitude, too," and " we can control a doll. Not one's love" were written. The section of Toho Sofubi in front of the counter at Tora Main Branch, Marisa and Alice were piled up.

Queens Blade, " Kodai no Oujo Menace " (the queen of ancient times, Menace) figure was released on the 15th. According to its product information , "an illustration of a sweet body written by F.S. became into a figure by a molding artist, Melting Neuron. What a daring posing." Review by Foo-bar-baz-san was "such a powerful bust and vivid strips," "shining and glossy skin is more than erotic (^^;"

To Rove Ru “Konjiki no Yami” figure was released by Good Smile Company on the 6th. According to the product information, “making the figure based on an illustration of its anime design. In order to show her movement in a lively way, it used the flow of her body, hair, and clothes.” Review by Foo-bar-baz-san was “her boobs are moderate, but yet they exist magnificently (^^; Can also see her armpit shot (^^;”

Based on the main visual of Live “ Haruhi no Gekisou,” Suzumiya Haruhi Gekisou Ver. Figure was made, and it was released on the 2nd. According to its product information, “the posing is energetic and has a feeling of freedom. Her costume was made in details including her frilly skirt that has such a volume. Also, her guitar was well made in detail! The figure has multiple good parts.” Review by Foo-bar-baz-san was “almost nowhere to complain. An excellent completed figure.”

Ichiban Kuji (the No.1 Lottery) Premium, Macross F was out on the 28th in Akiba. It was a lottery that a customer may have won figures of Klan Klang, Sheryl, and Ranka, or Nyan Nyan Donburi, a sports towel, or a deformed figure (800yen/each). At Kotobukiya Radio Hall, customers gathered as many as they formed a long line, and in an hour, products for the lottery held on the 28th were sold out.

Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu Nagato Yuki (School Uniform Ver.) Figure was released by Alter on the 27th. Introduction on Hobby Stock was “she sits down, putting her butt up little bit and taking her glasses off. She is lovely and mysterious.” Review by Azure-toy-box-san was “we often hear ‘Nagato is *Ore no Yome,’ but from this figure, we can say that she is exactly an ideal Yome.”

At a showroom and a shop of Kotobukiya, KOTOBUKIYA, a sample of Kousaka Tamaki (Chouhatsu -Lascivious- Ver.) Figure started to be displayed from the 23rd, and Nitoro-yusenshiki-san and Akiba-life-san reported about the figure. It is a different version (the color and her face expression) of “(　ﾟ∀ﾟ)o彡°Oppai! Oppai!” Tamaki Kousaka –Yuwaku- Figure , and according to the figure’s information , “her face expression becomes sexy,” “with the black bikini, the level of bewitching has increased!”

Nendoroid Strike Witches, “Yoshika Miyafuji” was released from Phat Company on the 17th. According to the figure’s information, “with loveliness of Nendoroid, a hard image of a machine is added. Legs are able to change with Striker Unit for flying.” Review by Toy-bu-san was “it is Nendoroid that can be both cute and cool, so play with it!”

Kotobukiya’s Tamaki Kousaka –Yuwaku- Figure was released on the 16th. It was made based on an illustration of Tama-sis Oppai mouse pad, which was Selling Really Well → Many Sold Outs in Akihabara. Tama-sister wears white bikini, and her boobs are “whao! Halleluiah!” and “strings of her swimwear are buried on her boobs!” Sensei-san said “(　ﾟ∀ﾟ)o彡° Oppai! Oppai!”

Nendoroid by Good Smile Company, “ Hiiragi Tsukasa ,” a naturally silly girl who makes people warm, “ Takara Miyuki ,” who is a walking Moe, and “ Maritan ,” who looks like the U.S. Marines, were released on the 12th at the same time. Review by Type97-san was “about a year behind sisters, finally, Tsukasa & Miyuki-san were out.” Ascii.jp wrote “today is a Nendoroid fever!”

Good Smile Company made a figure of an original character of “ Black★Rock Shooter ,” which is in the major debut CD album of supercell, “ supercell.” The figure will be out in August of this year (2009). On the 6th, Tora Main Branch started to display its sample at the section of “supercell.” And demo of “ Black★Rock Shooter ” was played continuously.

Max Factory released “Seena” Figure from Shining Wind on the 4th. Introduction of SEGA Goods said “an energetic smile and her healthy legs coming out from a waving red mini-skirt are shining.” Review by foo-ba-baz-san was “a fleshy fine ass that is covered by Shimapan is erotic unexpectedly (^^.”

“Chaos; Head DVD Vol.1 –First Limited Ver.-,“ which extended its release due to the production of a bonus figure, was released on the 3rd. The bonus figure is the heroine, Rimi Sakihata. About the figure, Basicchannel-san wrote “the figure that comes with the first limited version is terrible.” A clerk at a store in Akiba commented “oh, this is terrible.”

Nendoroid Yoko is, according to the product information, “she keeps her nice body even she became into Nendoroid!” Hacchaka-san wrote “even she is Nendoroid, she has huge boobs!” and TsurezureBlog-san said “what a surprise! Lower boobs with Nendoroid.” POP I found on the 2nd at Volks Akihabara SR said “having the biggest boobs among Nendoroid: that’s what we expect from Yoko-san! Ero-cute!”

Dream Tech “Kannagi Nagi Swimwear Ver.” figure by Wave was released on the 25th. According to the product information, “Nagi became into a figure. She wears lovely swimwear she worn in the 4th volume of its comic.” This is a figure that Ms. Nagi wears white swimwear. Review by Akiba-Hobby-san was “Tsurupeta small boobs, a well-rounded ass and thighs,” “the figure emphasizes the body only Ms. Nagi has!”

Nanako Sakura figure from a bishoujo game, +Sakura Sakura+ by Haikuo Soft was released on the 24th. Usually, until a bishoujo figure is released, it takes about 8 months from a plan of making a game begins, but since “Sakura Sakura ” has been postponed for 6 times , its figure came out first. And at Asobit Chara City, “the figure was released before its soft was out…” was written.

Volks Akihabara SR put POP for an action figure by Medicos, Jojo no Kimyou na Bouken III -Star Platinum-, which was released at the end of January. “A super movable statue -star platinum-” is, according to the review by e-flick.net-san, “oraoraoraoraoraoraoraora” (an action something powerful and arrogant), and POP at Volks, “moves that much but only 3,307yen” was out with an “Oraora” illustration of Star Platinum.

A life-sized Kenshiro who usually stands at Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby made an official trip to “Wonderful Hobby Life For You!! 9,“ and he came back to Radio Hall, where Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby locates, in the evening of the 14th. Before, Kenshiro was carried by a truck, but this time, two men held Kenshiro’s head and legs and carried him.

Kotobukiya Radio Hall displayed a sample of ToHeart2 Xrated “ Tamaki Kousaka Beach Ball Ver. Figure ,” which will be released in May from Alphamax. According to its product information, “lying on her back on a beach ball, she tempts you! The black swimwear that covers her big boobs looks like… coming out soon.” Hiroyuki-agami-san said “if Tama-sis makes fool of herself like this, I will not be able to stop…!!”

On a business day (10th) of Mega Hobi Expo 2009 Winter, Fate QB Menas, Ranka, etc, new figures were displayed, and Itachikoma from Perfect Peace Gaiden was also displayed. Itachikoma is Itai version of Tachikoma, who appears in Stand Alone Complex. In 2-channel , “who could imagine it would come out as an official figure… too diagonal” was written.

A figure’s mook, “Master of Queens Blade” was released at shops in Akiba on the 10th. According to the book’s information, “everything about Queens Blade figures are in here!” From photos of figures, introduction of characters, rough illustrations, interview of Hans (a souvenir shop of Hobby Japan), to interview of a molding artist, many things are covered in the mook. It comes with “ cast off” photos.

figma Plawres Sanshiro, “Sakurahime” was released on the 6th, and review by HK-DMZ-san was “Sakurahime is erotic…,” and Shishioh-san said “her thighs have such a volume- I’m so happy w.” “Sakurahime” and “Jyuohmaru” were released as figma Plawres Sanshiro at the same time, and in Nipponbashi, Osaka, “Sakurahime” was disappearing . In Akiba, Sakurahime was also more popular than the other.

Nendoroid Kaito was released on the 5th. According to its product information, “keeping an image of its official illustration, as Nendoroid, it was arranged boldly.” It comes with an ice, a muffler, a hero face, etc. Volks Akihabara SR put POP with an illustration of Kaito from anime Hikyou Sentai Urotanda (OP), saying able to cast off. Shines. Turns Around. Explodes!!!!!”

A figure of Toaru Majyutsu no Index, “Kaori Kanzaki” figure was released by Kotobukiya on the 5th. Kaori is the person who showed her naked body in its anime (the 16th story). The figure is… “her T-shirts is tied up ‘til her waist, and her almost whole left leg is shown- her right leg wears jeans but not her left leg,” according to Wikipedia. In the original story, she does not wear any underwear- no bra, no panties (?). Review by When-san was “see, it’s erotic.”

Tengen Toppa Gurren-Lagann “Yoko” 1/5 scale figure by Movic was released on the 3rd. Its product information said “making a garage kit of Polygonia to a figure! Can’t take your eyes off from beautiful Yoko!” Volks Akihabara SR said “her thighs come out from her shorts! This is the figure of -how fine thighs are-.”

An action figure Revoltech “Hokuto no Ken,” “Chief Uiguru,” which will be released in march 1st, was displayed in front of the counter at Volks Akihabara. Chief Uiguru is the chief of Cassandra Prison . According to Revoltech Express , he is an “abnormal old man in the end of the century. Chief Uiguru at Volks Akihabara SR was whipping a young girl with big boobs who gets down on all fours, showing lower part of her boobs.

A sample of Kaitendo “ToHeart2 Tamaki Kousaka Underwear Ver.” figure made by Polystone was displayed at Tora Main Branch, Kotobukiya, and Volks. It is the NABA’s figure that was out at Hobby Complex 06 Tokyo. The price will be 14,490yen, and it will be released in May. Originally, she (this figure) wears underwear, but Tama-sister at Tora Main Branch didn’t wear.

Fraulein Revoltech " Suzumiya Haruhi Bunny Ver." was released on the 31st. According to the figure's information, "a big hit anime, the series of 'Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu' will come back!!," "from episode of a school festival, Haruhi figure that wears the bunny costume is out. This is the 'Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu: a school festival special.'" It is an action figure of a bunny girl, Haruhi.

A figure maker Gift, which was established with only one desk , released PVC Figure Vol.1, "Saber" on the 26th. According to the figure's information, "the figure designed by Satoshi Toda shows both delicateness as well as the sturdiness as a king knight." Foo-bar-baz-san commented, "dignified, splendrous, and powerful Saber-san. The beauty of her costume is worth seeing."

" Queens Blade Reina 2P Color Ver. " by Mega House was released on the 26th. This figure was made based on an illustration written in its light novel, and according to the figure's information , "based on the design by Eiwa, who wrote illustrations for its novel, Norio Kibayashi, a molding artist, made it into a figure. This figure shows totally different attractiveness from 1P Color Reina."

Sofmap AM Branch 1F started taking preorders of "Saber Lily –Subete Toki Avalon-" figure on the 23rd, and the store also started to display the figure. Akihabara-Map-san and Asagawo-blog-san also reported about it. Lily figure was in a showcase that is used at Wonfes (?), and it could see from Chuo Street. The figure was displayed until the 25th (Sunday). "Saber Lily" was like this:

"Saber Lily –Subete Toki Avalon-" figure, a figure of Saber Lily "Mainly, Her Back is Sexy," will be released from Good Smile Company, and from the 24th, stores start taking preorders. The Saber Lily who has sexy back was written on the package of PS2 Fate/unlimited code –limited version-. On the 23rd, a day before stores starting to take preorders, a huge tapestry of Saber Lily was out in Akiba.

An action figure, figma Hayate Yagami Kishi Kacchu Ver. was released on the 16th. According to the product information, "the head of a military unit, the 6th mobile troops, Hayate Yagami, becomes into a figma with Kishi Kacchu (a rider armor)!" "two face expressions that come with the figure show Hayate's personality." Review by Henyohenyonikki-san was "good to play with it as you want w."

Good Smile Company released " Hiyori Pixy PVC Figure" from Chu x Chu Idol on the 15th. According to the figure's information, "the costume of the devil world is stimulative! On top of that, the costume and pumpkin could be taken off." Even though she is wearing the costume, she is almost naked. Review by foo-ba-baz-san was "she is cute but her costume is hell erotic (^^; Taking them off, she's still erotic (^^;"

Taki Corporation, which made the "cast off" figure officially in the figure world for the first time, released "Ikki Tousen GG Shimei Ryomou Swimwear Ver. Full Cast Off Figure" on the 13th. Figures that can be naked have released including " Ryoujoku Guerrilla Gari 3." However, putting a word, "Cast Off," in the name of the product was the first time in the figure world. (*cast off figure = a figure that we can take her clothes off)

From "Hayate no Gotoku!," " Hinagiku Katsura Swimwear Ver." Figure by Kotobukiya was out on the 9th. According to its figure's information, "the figure of Hinagiku Katsura wears a cute bikini. Her bodyline is clearly shown, and her smile is really cute. It has full of charming features of 'Hinagiku.'" Review by Insecure-zone-san was "what a precipice" and "there is no side boobs (^^)" (can't see boobs from the side).

Stores started taking preorders of Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu: Nagato Yuki (Gekisou Ver.) PVC Figure, which will be released in May from Max Factory. And I'm gonna report about its decollation master (sample made at a factory). According to its product information, "it was made based on the illustration of a live scene- she is cool. Around her bellybutton is sticking out from the hem of her jacket- it's nice for fetish people."

Lyrical Nanoha StrikersS, "Signum" Figure, by Alter was released on the 7th. Introduction by Hobby Stock was "her skirt is streaming in the wind, and her pink barrier jacket shows both strength and elegance at the same time. The flow of her hair is beautifully done. Including its device, it is made in detail." POP at Asobit C was "thighs… aren't they!"

The 50th Nendoroid, " Nendoroid Saber Lion " was released on the 26th. It's a movable figure of Saber Lion, who appeared in PSP game " Fate/tiger colosseum Upper." Review by Hacchaka-san was "really cute like a foul," "the destructing power of crying face was amazing- among Nendoroid figures, this was specially cute, I thought."

Replicant Works 6 2009 supposed to be out on the 15th, but some stores started selling it from the 13th. Replicant Works 6 2009 is a photo collection of bishoujo figures published in a quarterly magazine of figures, Replicant (from Vol.20 to 23). The book introduces 297 bishoujo figures- the total of 1,377 photos. The catchphrase was "the book to keep permanently: the 6th volume of the extreme treasured collection of figures' photos!!"

"Kousaka Tamaki" School Uniform Figure by cLayz was out on the 11th, and on the 12th, it was sold at Tora Main Branch and Sofmap AM Branch. The molding artist was Takeshi Miyagawa. On GA Graphic, a message "behavior of a girl is shown attractively. Let's enjoy the true charm of a figure made by Mr. Miyagawa" was written. It's a Tama-sister's figure that her school uniform was opened up in the front, she does not wear bra, and she is tucking up her skirt.

Bunny Haruhi (Onpu Bunny Haruhi) Figure by Daiki Kogyo was released on the 10th. According to its figure's information, "we made a figure of Haruhi Suzumiya wearing a costume of a bunny girl appeared in the 12th story of 'LiveAlive!' Please enjoy the energetic –not just standing- figure!" She does wear net tights for real.

Figma Miku Hatsune was released second time on the 8th. When it was released for the first time in September, people lined up before stores opened, and the figure was almost sold out on the release day . The number for this second shipment was not as few as September, but when I walked around Akihabara from the evening to the night, there was no figure left at Tora Main Branch, Sofmap AM Branch, and Asobit G. At Lammttara Akiba, "before TenChu buys it up, get it!" was written.

From December 10th to 25th, for a person who purchases an object action figma figure (different depend on a store), first customers could get a set of "figma Santa Cosplay." An announcement was out on figma blog. In Akihabara, sample figures that wear Santa costumes were out, and at Asobit Chara City, a poster of "figma Christmas Campaign" was out.

There were many bishoujo figures released at the end of November: Hayate Yagami, Shiki Ryougi, Klan Klang, figma Ryouko Asakura , Haruhi Seifuku Ver., Djibril Zero, Haruna Yuki, etc, and the box of Hayate Yagami figure was unusually huge. In just two days, the total of 15 (?) bishoujo figures were released, and a clerk said "it's not funny at all. Compare to normal end of the month, three or four times busier," "because of Hayate, we are in the hell."

Kara no Kyoukai Ryougi Shiki Garan no Dou PVC Figure was released on the 28th. Like the cover illustration of its novel, Kara no Kyoukai -The Garden of Sinners- Vol. 2 published by Koudansha, this figure of Shiki Ryougi wears Kimono and has a sword. Its product information explained that "tried to create a dignified figure that wears Kimono and has a sword. The pattern of her Kimono is close to the original illustration. Her appearance is very quiet but has a powerful personality."

Hayate Yagami figure from Lyrical Nanoha StrikerS by Alter was released on the 27th. For a 1/7-sized figure, its box was the biggest box in the history?: a person has to hold the box with both arms. At Sofmap AM Branch, boxes of "Hayate Yagami" were piled up, and a staff at a store in Akiba said "never thought it would be that big…," "it's too big that it can't be fit in a bag…," etc.

Macross F, Klan Klang Micronized Ver. Figure was released on the 27th. Introduction by Hobby Stock was "Micronized version has become into a figure, having a strong power." Review by Toybu-san was "leaving Ranka and Sheryl, it became into a figure and was released. On top of that, it's a micronized version- what an extreme choice of a character ^^;"

Index Figure from Toaru Majyutsu no Index by Kotobukiya was released on the 25th, and it was sold out in a second at Kotobukiya Nipponbashi Branch in Osaka. On the next day of its release, the 26th, it was almost sold out in Akihabara; I saw the figure only at Kotobukiya Radio Hall and Ishimaru Game Hobby Branch. According to a staff at a store where Index Figure was sold out, "it was sold out with a full speed," "sold out in a second."

An Itai version of changeable plastic model by Bandai, VF-25F Messiah Valkyrie - Alto was out at Asobit Hobby City. It was displayed with a message, "tried to make Itai (pitiful, pathetic, awkward…) Valkyrie." "Messiah Valkyrie – Alto" was released on September, and when it was out, it was popular that even some refugees were created . Ita-Valkyrie has Sheryl Ver. and Ranka Ver., and stickers used were from their Characon .

Konami trading figure, " Strike Witches Vol.2" was released only at Kotobukiya Radio Hall (?) on the 22nd (Sat). There were the total of seven figures: Charlotte, Francesca, Erica, Gertrud, Lynette, Perrine, and a rare figure, Sanya. I bought a box- with other figures, the rare figure, Sanya, was there, but there was no Erica figure in the box. Gertrud wore something looks like leggings.

Akiman designed "King Gainer with an old appearance (temporarily called Black Over Man; Black King Gainer)" for Dengeki Hobby Magazine. And it will be released to "celebrate 10th anniversary of Dengeki Hobby Magazine as Revoltech Yamaguchi XAN," so Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby displayed its sample and took preorders. This figure will not be out at stores- sale only to those who have ordered in advance.

Action figures by Max Factory , figma Rin Kagamine and figma Len Kagamine were released on the 22nd. According to its product information, "after Miku Hatsune, 'Rin & Len Kagamine' became figma figures at the same time!" Rin comes with a microphone, and Len comes with a keyboard. Review by foo-bar-baz-san was "energetic twin vocals. After all, they are the figures that I wanted to review together."

I'm gonna report about a sample of Suzumiya Haruhi (Gekisou Ver.) PVC Figure by Max Factory. According to the product information, "the posing is energetic and has a feeling of freedom. Her costume was made in details including her frilly skirt that has such a volume. Also, her guitar was well made! The figure has multiple good parts." The president of Good Smile Company, Mr. Aki commented about Suzumiya Haruhi (Gekisou Ver.) : "it's good, isn't it!?"

Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu Suzumiya Haruhi (Beachside Ver.) PVC Figure by Kotobukiya was released on the 19th. According to the product information, "her beautiful smile and her healthy bodyline. Her sleeveless shirt made based on an illustration written by Megami Magazine could be taken off- you can enjoy Haruhi with black bikini as well." Foo-bar-baz-san reviewed the figure by saying "healthy but sexy black bikini" and THE LINE.

An Excellent Model Core Queen's Blade " Koumyou no Tenshi, Nanael " by Mega House was released on the 17th. "Nanael" is designed by Yousai Kuchu and is a character of Bukkake holy milk. The clothing of the figure could be taken off. Foo-bar-baz-san said "really cute, and really erotic (^^;)." [add] review of Nanael with condensed milk

Dream Tech " Yoko Space-look Ver. " figure by WAVE was released on the 14th. Its product information said "such a daring Yoko shown in the climax scene of 'Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann' became into a figure already as a Space-look version!" The normal version wears a white cape, and the limited version wears a clear cape and shows bare thighs.

The first figure of Tears to Tiara -Kakan no Daichi-, " Riannon" was released by Kotobukiya on the 13th. According to the product information, Takeshi Nakamura, who is in charge of its character design, wrote an illustration for this figure." It is a figure GA Graphic wrote that "becoming into a figure, having a mysterious mood of Miko (maiden) and special and unique costume!!"

Nendoroid Rin Kagamine & Nendoroid Len Kagamine were released on the 11th. According to the product information, "some face expressions that were created from customers' ideas, the first of Nendoroid series, "faceless face & stickers of face parts," etc, lots of accesories come with those figures. On top of that, between Rin and Len, you can change their face parts!" Asobit G wrote on its POP: "we can't be defeated by Miku Miku forever!"

Nendoroid Shana -Enpatsu Shakugan Ver.- was released on the 11th. According to the product information , "'Shakugan no Shana' has become Nendoroid with Enpatsu Shakugan style! (her hair and eyes are hot-red like burning). You can enjoy different kinds of 'Shana' by changing her face expressions (3 kinds) and arms." Lammtarra Akiba put "leave me alone! Silly! Go to hell! A bald head!"

Comptique -December Issue-, which comes with a bust of Haruhi Suzumiya was released on the 10th. The figure is Haruhi having ponytail hair, and the " bust of Haruhi Suzumiya" is a figure that is able to interchange with "Fraulein Revoltech Suzumiya Haruhi -Seifuku Ver.-," which comes with Wii soft, " Suzumiya Haruhi no Gekidou (DX Pack) ." This is the second figure after the one came out with The Sneaker -December Issue- no long ago.

Bishoujo game Ryoujoku Guerrilla Gari 3 , which a character looks like Gundam Taneshi appears, released the 13th figure of Giga collection, "Ryoujoku Guerrilla Gari 3" on the 7th. Two kinds of Giselle, who looks like Lunamaria, two kinds of Thandie, who looks like Meyrin, and three kinds of Nora, who looks like Lacus, the total of seven kinds of figures were released. A message of those figures was "the expression of ○・○・○ parts will not betray your expectations!" They are adult figures that have both a hole and hair.

An action figure, figma Doara was released on the 1st. Its product information wrote "an unbalanced proportion, the face expression which is called 'a mechanical smile' are expressed really well." Review by Akiba-hobby-san was "every single pose Doara makes is somehow groce." Sofmap Main Branch sold it at the entrance; probably by chance, Doara became horror like Doara.

The Sneaker -December Issue- was released on the 30th. In the special story at the beginning of the magazine, "Haruhi Suzumiya Festival," a short story that is unpublished on a book, " Haruhi Gekijyou" was printed. Its bonus, the " bust of Haruhi Suzumiya" is a figure that is able to interchange with "Fraulein Revoltech Suzumiya Haruhi -Seifuku Ver.-," which comes with Wii soft, " Suzumiya Haruhi no Gekidou (DX Pack) ."

Nendoroid Petit: Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu #03 by Good Smile Company was released earlier at Circle K/Sunkus, and in Akiba, it was released on the 27th. "Nendoroid Petit: Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu #03" is a set of members of SOS-dan (5 of them) wearing costumes of " Suzumiya Haruhi no Gekisou" and the 11th story of anime " Iteza no Hi " It comes with the total of 10 different kinds of costumes (2 kinds/each) + one secret. This is the one-coin figure.

There are two kinds of prizes of crane game by Sega, " Vocaloid Hatsune Miku Extra Figure": Miku Hatsune and Rin Kagamine. In Akiba, those figures arrived on the 24th, and Akiba-Life-san said "crane game as well as clerks are Mikku Miku♪" Those figures arrived at Tora Main Branch on the 25th, and POP said "it was the first time for me to see a prize decreasing its amount (=cutting the number of the figure) in 10 years…"

At Revoltech Expo 08 held on the 25th, the sample of Revoltech Danboard Amazon Box Version Mini was displayed. "Danbo" is a Kigurumi robot appeared in comic "Yotsubato!" (Kigurumi = costumed animal characters). "Amazon Danbo Mini" is a miniature version of Amazon Danbo whose body is like made by Amazon's corrugated cardboards. It was displayed with the real Amazon Danbo ; when you put it on your hand, the mini version is like this.

figma Tsuruya-san -School Uniform Ver.- was released on the 24th. According to the product information , "her long hair can move, so it does not bother Tsuruya-san to make any kind of actions," "special 'peace hands' that were made only for Tsuruya-san come with it." It also comes with Ms. Kimidori's head. Hacchaka-san reviewed: "In any kind of posing, Tsuruya-san looks happy."

" Ayanami Rei" figure from Evangelion –the Movie- was released on the 21st by Alter. This Ayanami figure wears plug suit. Foo-ba-baz-san reviewed the figure and said "boy, the plug suit is great, after all (^^; Lying down slovenly is sexy as well)," "the line from her upper back to her butt is really alluring (^^;)," etc. The shape of her butt is shown clearly since she is lying down.

Toaru Majyutsu no Index: Misaka Mikoto Figure by Kotobukiya was released on the 20th. According to its figure's information, "making a shot of a battle scene into a figure. It's a Mikoto figure who has a weakness for lovely products." Sensei-san wrote "her thin chest and immature limbs show that the figure was made faithfully- Yes, the keyword of this figure –a young girl- is right."

Revoltech "Dokodemo Issho Ricky" was released on the 15th. It's an action figure of Ricky (a frog) from Dokodemo Issho, and according to the product information, "its face uses characteristic of a frog fully. There are the total of 4 different kinds of left eyes, right eyes, and mouths (each)," "since Ricky wants to be the strongest Martial Artist, his legs and arms are thicker than other characters; he is of sturdy build," "optional parts are bodily such as dumbbells, a heaping bowlful of rice, etc."

The first figure by the new label of Kotobukiya, "4-Leaves," two kinds of Kanokon "Chizuru Minamoto" Figures were released on the 14th. The normal version is Chizuru wearing school uniform, and the special version comes with ears and a tale of a fox. The special version is sold only at Kotobukiya. Introduction of its normal version was "making a fetish situation into this figure," "the attractive areas are peeping from bare tights and bare breasts."

Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby displayed a collection of "Busts of Haruhi Suzumiya." It was displayed as a crossing-media campaign of Kadokawa Publishing Company. These busts of Haruhi are able to combine with Fraulein Revoltech "Haruhi Suzumiya School Uniform Ver.," which comes with Wii " Suzumiya Haruhi no Gekidou (DX Pack)" (will be released on November 27th). There are four kinds of Haruhi's busts including Haruhi with a ponytail and Haruhi putting out her tongue.

FREEing "Asakura Ryoko Bunny Girl Ver." Figure was released on the 10th. The figure's information introduced: "her long legs in the net tights. People who are collecting this series as well as people who are not, do not miss it!" It's a figure of Ms. Asakura becoming a bunny girl and laying down. AZURE-Toy-Box-san reviewed and said "I didn't know that the net tights has such a destructive power… "

A figure of taking a bath, "Nono Nekomiya" from " Osananajimitono Kurashikata " was released on the 9th by Orchid Seed. According to its product information, "the motif of this figure is a cannot-help situation for big boys- 'taking a bath' (from an official illustration)." Dengeki Online wrote "it just happened to be loli, so it's also good for people who do not like loli- no need to worry about anything."

The fall festival to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Dengeki Bunko was held on the 5th, displaying figures of Dengeki Characters by Good Smile Company. Among them, I found Nendoroid Strike Witches "Yoshika Miyafuji," which will be released by Phat Company in February 2009. The Striker Unit is changeable.

Nendoroid Ryoko Asakura & other parts was released on the 3rd. It is a set of Nendoroid Ryoko Asakura, who smiles while having a knife, Haruhi's ponytail, witch Nagato, and Mikuru's hair. According to the product information, "the two faces -the face as an idol at her school and a humanoid interface- became into a figure. We made the figure as a set with some parts."

On the 2nd, I saw 4 foreigners who had a lot of paper bags of Asobit City in front of Gamers. They were visitors from Spain and planned to stay in Japan for 16 days. They did "Otonagai" for figures of Yoko from Gurren Lagann, Teacher Mizuho from Onegai Teacher, Taruho from Eureka Seven, etc. One of them said he spent "500,000yen (* 150,000?)" and another person said "I don't care (the price)." [Otonagai: to buy the same item a lot at a time]

Fraulein Revoltech "Yoko" by Kaiyodo was released on the 1st. According to the figure's information, "made Yoko's dynamite body really well. It's an action figure, but she exposes her skin a lot- beautifully made." Toybu-san wrote (10/1/2008): "muchi muchi- Damn! She is fine!" [*Muchi muchi = having a little bit of fat around the edges]

Hatsune Miku Figure by Good Smile Company, which is also called "armpit Miku" was released on the 26th. When online stores started taking preorders, it was really popular so each store stopped taking preorders in a second, and on the release day, even though it was a weekday, people were lining up outside a store. I saw the figure only at Uchusen on the evening of the 26th; at other stores, I either saw an announcement of sold out or couldn't find the figure. At Uchusen, the remaining goods were at sales counter only, so probably, the Hatsune Miku Figure is already gone by now.

ToLove-ru Yami Figure was released on the 22nd. Introduction by Hobby Stock was "making the figure of 'Yami' who has the atmosphere of both cool and lovely." Foo-bar-baz-san wrote "Ms. loli killer who is filling her mouth with Taiyaki," "the scene of eating Taiyaki was hell lovely."

Champion Red -November Issue-, whose bonus is Sakura Nankyoku figure from Penguin Musume Max, was released on the 19th. The blog of its editorial department wrote about the figure (9/1/2008): "cleavage, fine thighs, and small ankles." By warming the figure up, her swimwear becomes see-through. A message of a sample displayed at Tora 1st Branch was "that (ethically) dangerous bonus figure has come back!"

Figures from Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha StrikerS, "Vita" figure and "Unison Vita" figure were released on the 17th. Cut-a-news-san reviewed the "Unison Vita" figure: "Vita always stands by us. Eternal loli," "from any angle, she is just cool. A perfect statue of a scene- getting ready to hit any minute from now."

"Emiri Kimidori Bunny Ver." figure from Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu by FREEing was released on the 17th. According to its product information, "would you like a bunny version of her that is mysterious and looks like having some secrets?" The figure wears costume of a bunny girl and poses like sitting on a chair. Sofmap AM Branch put the sample figure like customers can look straight at her crotch.

Shining Wind, "Blanc Neige" figure by Kotobukiya was out on the 12th. SEGA introduced the figure: "around her tits opens widely, and her slit skirt opens til her waist… instinctively, you'll look at those parts." foo-bar-baz-san reviewed: "what a lovely witch of an ice blade." POP at Asobit Chara City was "erotic even can't take her clothes off."

Master Grade "MS-06R-2 Johnny Ridden's Zaku II" was released on the 11th, stores such as Asobit City, Sofmap, Super Modelers, etc sold it. No long ago, I reported that a staff putting together the model of MG (Master Grade) ZAKU CANNON while on duty at Busou Shouten, but on this day, a staff was making MG "Johnny Ridden's Zaku II."

I reported about figma Miku Hatsune released on the 10th at stores in "Figma Miku Hatsune" on Sale: Probably It's Already GONE, but figma Miku was still at Gamers Main Branch on the next day of its release (11th). After 7pm, the store still had about 15 of the figure. Was it because Gamers Main Branch got a lot of "figma Miku Hatsune" or was there any other reason?

Figma Miku Hatsune by Max Factory was released on the 10th at stores. This figure was really popular on Amazon, and at Chara Hobby, the figure was released earlier, then sold out in a second. In the morning of the release day, customers were lining up before a store opened in Akihabara. AZURE-Toy-Box-san said "since the store had that amount of Miku figure, I thought they would stay at stores for a while but… it was more than my expectation."

Zoku, Satsuriku no Jango, " Lily Salvatana" Figure was released on the 5th. Product information by Hobby Stock was "a gun on her hand, she smiles elegantly and modestly. This is exactly the image of her characteristic." Foo-bar-baz-san reviewed: "intelligent, cool, and erotic (^^; with her sexy posing, her boobs are overflowing.(^^;)," etc.

Kimi ga Nozomu Eien, Hayase Mitsuki PVC Figure by Good Smile Company was released on the 4th. According to its product information, "becoming into a sexy bikini figure! Her pose emphasizes her body line; her long hair is streaming in the wind." Review by Akiba-hobby-san was "boobs coming out little bit; slipping down."

Revoltech Hokuto no Ken, " Bakuretsu! Zeed Dan " by Kaiyodo was released on the 1st. Revoltech Hokuto no Ken is a movable figure of Hokuto no Ken . Aoimokeiten-san reviewed: "without changing anything, this weird body (^^) has reproduced. People in Kaiyodo, are you guys nuts? *I'm praising." Volks Akihabara SR wrote "the first exploding figure in the world."

figma Miku Hatsune will be out officially on the 10th. Some of this figures were released earlier at Chara Hobby, and in just 50 minutes, they were sold out . In Akihabara, stores started taking preorders on August 29th, but when I went around stores on the 31st, every store already finished taking preorders. By the way, Sofmap AM Branch stopped taking preorders on the next day, the 30th.

A " capable-of-taking-clothes-off figure" released on the 30th was already sold out at some stores in Akihabara on the next day, the 31st. POP at Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby said "a molding artist is Yuki Ohshima, who is known for 'Shukan Watashi no Oni-chan' and also known for making a figure of a little chick." A staff at a store said "a cute Ena figure is selling much better than a bikini figure of Fuka."

A street clothing and swimwear figure, " Yotsubato Ena Ayase " and having-a-maniac-body figure, " Yotsubato Fuka Ayase Swimwear Version " were released on the 30th. A molding artist of Ena Ayase figure, according to its product information, "is Yuki Ohshima, who is known for 'Shukan Watashi no Oni-chan.' The figure has girlish kneecaps bending inward and a frilly skirt; full of attractiveness of a girl."

figma Miku Hatsune by Max Factory, which will be released on September 10th, started preorders at the midnight of August 29th. Some online stores stopped getting preorders in just 20 minutes, and a famous online store stopped taking preorders after the noon of the 29th. Stores that sell figures in Akihabara also started taking preorders of "figma Miku Hatsune" on the 29th.

figma Rin Tohsaka Street Clothes Ver. and figma Tsukasa Hiiragi Winter Uniform Ver. were released on the 29th. Mikatan-blog reported that "Azoth sword, jewelry sword, left arm with a magic carved seal, wrist that has jewelry, etc, the figure comes with lots of optional items that every fan of Rin is gonna be crazy about! ( Rin)" "the mood of spacing out gives you more than healing- it will burn your 'S' feeling! ( Tsukasa)."

"Doala" Figure –Home Ver.- & -Visitor Ver.- by Mega House were released on the 27th, and I saw them at Kotobukiya Radio Hall and Tora Main Branch. According to its product information, "it shows all the groce but somehow cute parts of Doala. Even his hair in his ears is there! The peculiar mood of Doala is created really well." Kotobukiya Radio Hall sold Doala figure with canned bread, " Doala Can" at the entrance of the store.

Queens Blade, " Senpen no Shikyaku Mellona " figure and Queens Gate, " Mon wo Hiraku Mono Alice " figure by Mega House were released on the 26th. Mellona has huge boobs and Alice has small boobs. Review of Alice figure by foo-bar-baz-san was "this is a good figure of a little foreign cutie." I guess in Akiba, Alice who has small boobs is more popular.

Figma Unchou Kanu was released on the 21st. According to its product information, it's a figure of "a beautiful fighter. A battle action can be done in your hand," "by letting her wear torn and damaged clothing, you can make a realistic battle scene." Akiba-hobby-san said: "*Shitachichi figma," "first time to show bellybutton among figma series, but it wasn't enough- Ms. Shitachichi made the first appearance." (*Shitachichi = lower part of boobs shown from her torn clothing)

ToLove-ru "Rara" Figure by Good Smile Company was released on the 19th. According to the introduction of the figure by Avex, "the attractiveness of Rara has shown fully!" Review by foo-bar-baz-san: "already, a definitive edition of Lala figure has arrived. Costume, pose, face expression… Everything shows Rara's character. It's worthy of our reputation."

" Noumi Kudryavka " by Kotobukiya was released on the 18th. According to its product information, "a would-be exotic mascot heroine, Noumi Kudryavka, became into a figure. It's a moment of her looking at you with curiosity like a puppy." Akiba-hobby-san reviewed: "her boobs are hidden, but anyway, she doesn't have big ones… right…" etc.

Nendoroid Pastel Ink by Good Smile Company was released on the 11th. According to its product information, "making a small figure, keeping the cuteness of the illustration written by Mr. POP! It comes with a magical stick called 'Majimero.' You can also make 'moetan corner,' which is familiar in its anime. Cut-a-news-san said "her such a little cute body is really peculiar."

Chu x Chu Idol "Chua Churam" Figure by Alter was released on the 8th. The introduction of the product by Hobby Stock said "her wide-spread hair and skirt have such a volume. This brings images of soft and light. The grand frills and the colorful guitar… to the little parts, it's well done." Joujiresource-busoku-san reviewed: "it's a figure of both cool and cute."

The 4th Itasha Plastic Model by AOSHIMA BUNKA KYOZAI CO.,LTD , 1/32-Sized Plastic Model, Lucky Star Ita-Dump Truck was released on the 7th. According to its product information, "from Kasukabe to the Holy Place (Pilgrimage tour): Girls come back with deco-tra* that is a comp* dump*!" It's a Lucky Star's Itai Dump Truck (pitiful, pathetic, or ugly dump truck). Asobit Game City wrote "this time is a dump truck! The new Itasha from Itasha series now on sale!" (*deco-tra = decorated truck, comp = compact, dump = dump truck)

Good Smile Company released Kagaku Ninjatai Gatchapin, " Nendoroid Gatchapin No.1" on the 6th. According to its product information, "'Gatchapin No.1' became a member of Nendoroid and now arrived! In order to save the peace of the world, wearing a special suit, a hero fights against evils." Kotobukiya Radio Hall put "Who? Who? Well, who are you, seriously!?"

Nono Nekomiya –Nekomimi Swimwear Over Knee Socks ver. Figure- was released by Kotobukiya on the 1st. According to its product information, she has all the Moe elements such as "cute little body, swimwear, Nekomimi (cat ears) & a tale, over knee socks, a bell… How lovely she is." Akiba-hobby-san reviewed: "when you peep, she is erotic."

" Figma Fate Barrier Jacket Ver." & " Figma Konata Izumi Uniform in Winter Ver." were released at the same time on the 31st. According to its product information, figma figures are action figures that "new design of the joints makes it possible for them to move smoothly but is also able to stop tightly," and "by using a soft material, without breaking a figure's proportion, it keeps the movable parts." For those figures, Chococolone comes with figma Konata, and Bardiche Zamber comes with Fate Barrier Jacker Ver.

A figure of Air Gear "Ringo Noyamano Hentai Mask Ver." by Yamato was released on the 30th. According to the figure's information, "Ringo Noyamano is a character in manga, 'Air Gear' written by Oh!Great who showed up with Hentai Mask. This is the figure of cool, dignified, and shameless Ringo!" Akiba-hobby-san reviewed "she is an ero-cool (erotic & cool) abnormal girl."

Nendoroid Melissa Seraphy by Good Smile Company was released on the 28th. According to its product information, "it is able to show the illustration of 'Okaiage Gokurou Nanoja' (thank you for purchasing it), which fans would be so happy to see." Taste-san reviewed: "how cute she is… she is getting smaller, but a big pumpkin is still good," "I hardly recommend it," etc.

Nendoroid "Miku Hatsune" re-arrived on the 25th (Fri) in Akiba as I reported. However, it was sold out at many stores on the 27th (Sun). Stores that didn't have or sold out "Nendoroid Miku Hatsune" on the 27th were Toranoana, Asobit Chara City, Kotobukiya, etc. Toranoana Main Branch piled lots of Miku figure up, but all of them were gone by the evening of the 27th.

Nendoroid "Miku Hatsune" re-arrived in Akiba on the 25th. According to its product information, "this is Nendoroid and small version of Miku made based on an official illustration. Cute!" In April when this figure was released for the first time, it disappeared from stores in a second, and I think for the second shipment, it was sold out soon again. This time, most stores didn't limit the number (how many of them each customer can purchase), and Toranoana Main Branch had a lot of Nendoroid "Miku Hatusne."

Lucky Star "Kagami & Tsukasa Hiiragi: A Set of Paying Their First Visits of the Year" Figure was released on the 24th. It's a set of diorama of Kagami Hiiragi & Tsukasa Hiiragi becoming Miko (Shrine Maiden). Jyoujiresource-busoku-san reviewed: "in a second, we can recognize that they are twins, and these figures came from a scene of the play- that increases my point (score). Especially, Kagami's eyes slant upward and where those eyes are shows who Kagami exactly is."

Detroit Metal City is known as "Do 'Satsugai!' (Do 'Satsugai!')" (Do Murder!) and so far, I've reported about "Do ' Koubai!' (do purchase)" "Do ' Yoyaku!' (make a preorder)" and "Do ' Yakiniku!' (eat Yakiniku)." For Revoltech "Detroit Metal City," Asobit Game City now put "Do 'Sokugai!' Do 'Sokugai!'" (do buy it right now!)

Action figure, figma, by Max Factory released "figma Mikuru Asahina" who is in the series of "Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu." Foo-ba-baz-san reviewed the figure: "even though it's figma, Mikuru is sexy somehow." For releasing figma Mikuru Asahina, all the members (5 of them) of "Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu" were completed for figma.

Preorder of figma Doala by Max Factory was started from the 18th at stores in Akiba. It's a mascot of Chunichi Dragons (Japanese baseball team) whose motif is a Koala. Wikipedia explained about the mascot: "it is popular for a combination of 'Yuck' and 'Cute.' Toranoana Main Branch started taking reservations for figma Doala, and its ordering form said "it moves really well. Yuck."

Choukou Sennin Haruka (Beat Blades Haruka), "Haruka Takamori" figure by Kotobukiya was released on the 17th. Its product information said "we tried to make her attractive and beautiful transformation scene as a "Sennin" (a senior combatant)! It shows an energetic and a shining moment of her in a battle. Akiba-hobby-san reviewed: "look like delicious Oppai," "fascinating thighs," etc.

Kaiyodo Revoltech, Johannes Krauser II, Alexander Jagi, and Camus were released at the same time on the 15th. They were at stores in Akiba, and Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby put a poster of its movie. Asobit Game City played anime "Detroit Metal City -Maoh Seitan ver.-" and Mr. Krauser was raping Nagato.

Another Blood Figure by Max Factory was released on the 15th. Another Blood is from "Kishin Hishou Demonbane." According to its product information, "her provocative pose, her face expression, as well as her thighs come out from her skirt are really attractive." Jyoujiresourcebusoku-san reviewed: "since she's Tsurun and Petan (= Tsurupeta = slippery and flat), this kind of pose actually looks nice on her."

Mikuru Asahina Maid Ver. Figure by Alter was released on the 3rd. According to its product information, "can enjoy her soft and well-proportioned body covered by a nice silhouetted costume. The color contrast of her costume (white x blue) stands out, and her smile… Good!" A staff at Asobit Chara City called in customers by barking, carrying Mikuru Maid figure.

Nendoroid of Kemeko Deluxe!, " Kemeko" & " Emuemu (MM)" figures were released on the 30th. Emuemu is "a mysterious bishoujo who hopes to be a bride," and "Kemeko" is a "little groce but cute robot." Putting two of them together, it becomes like this (Cover illustration of its first volume). Azure-toy-box-san reviewed: "combining the totally different people (?) makes something really rare. That's just amazing."

An adult figure, Amane Shiratori Figure by Questioners was released on the 26th. Amane Shiratori is a heroine of "Anata no Shiranai Kangofu." The product information said "we 'figureized' such an attractive pose of Amane Shiratori! The package is special version- it can be used as a box for your first-aid kit!" Kotobukiya's POP said "the most erotic figure of the first half of 2008."

"Good Smile Gold Alloy Tachikoma" by Good Smile Company was released on the 23rd. I saw Tachikoma at Sofmap Main & AM Branches and Uchusen. According to its product information, "it took more than a year to make it! A movable part ables to show the very rare scenes. Being coated with a metallic color. There is no compromise; the structure is very accurate." The weight was less than 800g (25.82 ounce).

Kotobukiya Radio Hall put two samples of a Bronze Statue of Takamura Figure, which will be released in June (not yet so far). This statue is a commemorative statue of winning WBC championship. GA Graphic introduced: "we foresaw Takamura to win J. Middleweight Championship, so we already started making this bronze bust of Takamura!" A staff at Kotobukiya Radio hall said "I have no idea how they thought to commercialize this ^^"

Kotobukiya released "Elwing" figure from Shining Wind on the 17th. Nantonaku-tekitouni-san reviewed: "the level of showing her skin increased rapidly. On top of that, her pose emphases her boobs…" Sega introduced: "beautiful legs shown under the mini-skirt, the costume opened widely around her chest, her stomach shown wildly… It's a promising figure!"

"Smile800 V.I.P Trading Figure" was released on the 16th. There are 7 figures such as Konomi, Ma-ryan, Manaka, Akari, Multi, Mizuki, and Eimi from ToHeart, ToHeart2, ToHeart2 XRATED, and Comic Party. According to its product information, "it's a collection that every fan will be satisfied. Full of characters from popular games by AQUAPLUS."

"Suzu" Figure from Nagasarete Airantou by Kotobukiya was released on the 9th. According to its product information, it's a figure of Suzu who has "nice body. She wears swimwear! She shows her youthfulness fully." Akiba-hobby-san reviewed: "What a dynamite body! Her cute nipples, a chink of her butt ω, and the line of her crotch… so many sexual attractiveness are here."

Hitozuma Sentai Aisaiger, "Miku Morisaki" Figure by Giga Pulse was released on the 1st. According to its product information, "this time as well, THE PART of her body will not disappoint customers!" The package wrote "the theme this time is Boobs-job by young Madam with huge boobs!!"

The 2nd version of Idolm@ster series by Kaiyodo, Fraulein Revoltech "Idolm@ster Mami Futami" was released on the 31st. According to its product information, "following the rule of a typical idol, her costume has a ribbon." Its catchphrase is "a computer idol makes a debut from Fraulein Revoltech."

Chu X Chu Idol, "Chu Chu Astram" Figure by Good Smile Company was released on the 30th. According to its product information, focusing on following the details of its set up, costume around her boobs became see-through- you can see her nipples. Arms of a bat that surround her lower body can be moved freely." This is the X-rated figure that is not wearing and shows nipples under sea-through costume.

Tengen Toppa Gurren-Lagann, Yoko Figure by Wa-Fu-Do Gan-Gu Ten was released. The figure was PVCized (polyvinyl chloridized) from the garage kit by Takayuki Kondou. GA Graphic introduced: "she poses provocatively. And her glamorous body is well made." Akiba-hobby-san reviewed: "full of destructive energy. A deadly blow (including a sexual meaning, too)."

Ikki Tousen Dragon Destiny, "Unchou Kanu Figure," was released by Alter on the 27th. The official information of the figure explained: "keeping her femininity, she has a perfectly shaped body. Her hair was made closely 'til the tip." Akiba-hobby-san reviewed: "if you look up the figure from below, you can see her fascinating boobs!"

"figma Nanoha Takamachi Barrier Jacket Ver" was released on the 24th. The product information explained: "the largest volume of this series! Figma Nanoha Takamachi now takes off!!" It's a set of two kinds of faces, two kinds of bangs, Raging Heart Excellion, etc. Gamers Main Branch sold it at the entrance of the store, saying "you can let her make the pose of 'calm down!'"

From eroge, "Fortune Arterial" by August, Dream Tech "Kiriha Kuze" Figure was released on the 23rd. August wrote the scene of heroine, Kiriha Kuze, being taken her pants off in the scene of Ecchi for the first time. The package of the figure said "her looks and body- both of them are the level of Ritz-Carlton." When she is "DOING," she looks like this. She is a character whose rate of coming inside is 75%.

Megachu! Jordh Figure was released on the 22nd. The product information introduced: "her posing shows her bodyline really well and looks like she is 'asking' for it. The figure has both sexiness and daring." Her pose is pushing both big G-Cup boobs to the center. Cut-a-news-san reviewed: "what a curvy body. Every part of her body is sexy and attractive. Jesus!"

Indecent figure that imitate men's genitals, which was released on November 2007 (?), reduced its price and sold at Asobit Chara City. The price was 1,000yen. Its package wrote "gonna make you get excited," using a big picture of the " head." Review by ARM1475-san: "the size is almost the same as the average of Japanese men's."

"Revoltech Gurren Lagann" by Kaiyodo, which was released earlier at Wonder Festival in February, came out on the 15th at stores. "It made it possible to move 54 parts of its body! That's unheard-of! (by its product information)" Pin-san reviewed: "well, this just keeps moving! I love a robot that can move so much even though it's this small!"

A set of figure, drama CD, and booklet, Shuraki Series the Fourth, Needa, was released on the 13th. The figure comes with military uniform, underwear, and ripped and torn military uniform. Akiba-hobby-san said "a store has the most number of the figure in this Shuraki series, I guess." Key-style-san said "I miss a resale battle…"

"Kaworu Nagisa Figure" from Evangelion -the Movie- by Kotobukiya was released on the 12th. Its product information explained that "sitting on an impressive sculpture, from the front, Kaworu looks like he got wings." GA Graphic wrote about the figure before it was released: "his face expression is soft, but his eyes are cool. He has a sexy and neutrally beautiful face and stunning hair- he is dazzling."

"Yuma Tonami Maid ver." figure by Kotobukiya was released on the 12th. The original illustration was written by Misato Mitsumi. Jyojiresourcebusoku-san reviewed: "around her boobs and her back are shown widely. She also wears little longer knee socks, so there is Zettai Ryouiki ("absolute territory"). What a design! Her boobs are emphasized, aren't they!?"

“Reinforce II Figure” released by Alter on the 9th was sold out at many stores in Akiba. By the night of the 10th, I did not see the figure at Sofmap AM Branch & PC Game Anime Branch, Asobit Chara City, Uchusen, and Toranoana Main Branch. On the 10th, even though the figure re-arrived at Gamers Main Branch again, there was only one left when I went there.

“Reinforce II Figure” by Alter was released on the 9th. According to its information, “her lovely smile and an energetic posing are her charm points.” Blogppoi-review-okiba-san says “her cute face expression, the costume that shows her energy, her fluttering hair, the Pareo that also shows the energy… Alter, well done.”

A G.W. event of displaying new figures by Good Smile Company in Akihabara has started at Asobit Chara City, Sofmap AM Branch, and Kotobukiya Radio Hall on the 3rd. The figures that were displayed were Miku Hatsune figure that already stop taking reservations, Miki Hoshii from Idolm@ster, Lala from ToLove-ru, figma SOS-group, etc. The whole figures would be released in the future. Stores will display them until May 6th.

Excellent Model Core, "Queens Brae EX Shizuka" Figure was released on the 28th. According to its product information, "the figure shows her sexy but cool body." "It has things that only Excellent Model Core can do!" Akiba-hobby-san reviews it: "her boobs have a nice volume that look like really soft."

A set of FF7 version of Cloud and a motorcycle, Hardy Daytona, Play Arts Final Fantasy VII Cloud & Hardy Daytona, was released on the 16th. Cloud is an action figure and is movable. It comes with Bastard Sword. The motorcycle, according to Kotobukiya's information, "makes it possible to put the details of some parts such as a brake, a rear shock, etc."

Revoltech "Dokodemo Issho Jun" & "Dokodemo Issho Suzuki" were released on the 15th. According to the product information, it is a sequel of Revoltech Toro & Kuro, which were released in June 2007. Suzuki comes with a drill, and Jun comes with a set of Sushi.

Guilty Gearx, Bridget Figure by Max Factory was released on the 14th. The product information says, "please enjoy the combination of loveliness and danger." Jyojiresourcebusoku-san says "the enormous part of the figure is legs. They should be a girl's legs."

Johannes Krauser II has arrived at the world of action figure. The product information says "images from the cover illustrations of each comic, a pose of 'M,' the teeth guitar & many other scenes are now reproduced!" The back package says "the legend has arrived: the emperor of the hell, Mr. Krauser finally appears as an action figure. For sure, you will be cursed."

Sengoku Rance "Kenshin Uesugi" Figure by Kotobukiya was released on the 7th. According to its product information, "dignified eyes, the pose that shows full of energy… we made a figure that express the moment of fight for a just cause. Before it comes out, Kenshin Uesugi appeared at Toranoana Main Branch (December, 2006) and became #1 character of Sengoku Rance from a vote done by Haru-ga-daisuki-san.

A cute maiden in the service of a shrine, "Kureha" Figure was released on the 3rd by Kotobukiya. The product information says "the beauty of 'spaces' are shown by her clothes, hair, and an arrow on her hand, giving the figure a three-dimensional effect." Foo-bar-baz-san says "a deep valley (made by her boobs) and boobs come out from her side are sexy (^^;)."

Fraulein Revoltech "Pocco" by Kaiyodo was released on April 1st. Review by Asumanga-gekijo-san tells us "anyway, the shape of her boobs are erotic. Especially, the line between her boobs makes me excited." POP by Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby says "a nicely curved action figure that just to let her sit down, she shows her eros."

"Exelica" figure by Trigger Heart –Exelica- was released on the 27th. Exelica is a character from a shooting game, "Trigger Heart –Exelica-" who wears swimwear. It comes with some options. Foo-bar-baz-san says "I truly admire this work." & "It is kind of a goal of a mechanical girl's figure- I thought."

Rocket Girl, Yukari Morita Figure was released, and I saw it at many stores in Akihabara by 20th. Rocket Girl is a light novel & anime that a school girl is becoming an astronaut. She wears a very thin Skintight Spacesuit. Earl.box-san reviews: "she is in a very tight spacesuit- it's more erotic than wearing swimsuits."

Mabinogi "Succubus" Figure by Good Smile Company was released on the 18th. The introduction of the figure says "please enjoy her beautiful legs that are showing from under her see-through skirt. Akiba-hobby-san reviews: "her boobs that are hanging out are really powerful. They look like they are gonna come out from her clothes: what a volume!

ToHeart2 AnotherDay Ikuno Komaki Figure by Kotobukiya was released on the 17th. According to its product information, it's an art to express Ikuno's attractiveness. 2 kinds of face expressions, which show her characteristics, come with the figure. Akiba-hobby-san says "'an opening' between her thighs and wheelchair is wonderful."

Figma Saber Katchu ver. will be released in April. Maybe because the first shipment of it would be about x thousand, and it would ship to wholesale stores and then go to shops, at online stores, the figure is already sold out, and some stores in Akihabara have already finished taking reservations. When I walked around Akihabara on the 12th, some stores already finished taking reservations, or there was no ticket left to make reservation.

Makoto Sawatari Figure (from Kanon) by Max Factory was released on the 4th. It's a figure of Makoto Sawatari who is bending forward. She appears in the opening of anime Kanon (YouTube). Its product information says "we use her smile: the moment of happiness. Especially fans would know the importance and have a deep emotion for her smile. Please take the figure on your hands and feel it."

Sceries of Fraulein Revoltech, Fraulein Revoltech 003 Soryu Asuka Langley by Kaiyodo was released on the 1st. According to its product information, Soryu Asuka Langley made her debut as Fraulein! It's movable while keeping her nice looks. It comes with an item to show the scene of "are you stupid?" (YouTube)

The biggest event of garage kits in the world (wikipedia), Wonder Festival (Wonfes) 2008 Winter, was held on the 24th. I'm going to report about Wonfes by separating into some categories such as "erotic?," "Lolita," "hot," and "cosplayers." I felt like the numbers of "erotic" and "lolita" have decreased.

Wonfes (Wonder Festival 2008 Winter) was held on the 24th. There were limited figures, new figures, samples, etc on the site including the limited version figure by Garage Kit that you can only get at the site. I'm going to show you what was going on at Wonfes 2008 Winter. I felt like this time had more visitors than the Wonfes in the last summer as well as the last winter.

Resinya "Tora Dora! Minori Kushieda Limited Bloomers ver." was released on the 22nd. This is the first PVC figure of Minori Kushieda (also called Minorin) who appears in Tora Dora! There are 2 versions: the limited version (bloomers ver.) and the normal version that she wears underwear instead of bloomers. A cosplayer of Minori promoted the figure. However, on the night of 22nd, the figures were removed from the store.

"Metamo Figure Yuki Nagato (Neko ver. = Cat ver)" by Bandai was released on the 18th. It uses special ink that reacts to the temperature, so if she gets higher than 30 degrees (86 degF), her costume changes its color. In the explanation on its back package, she says "I'm not a normal figure… I change the color of my cat costume depends on the temperature. Can you touch and warm up my black-colored ear, tale, arms, legs, and camisole? I'm going to become from a black cat to a white cat."

I'm going to introduce "figma Konata Izumi Cosplay ver." by Max Factory, which will be released at Wonder Festival Winter 2008. This is a figure of cosplayer Konata who shows up in the 16th story of TV anime Lucky Star, Lucky Star 16 Haruhi Segment (YouTube). There are 2 kinds of faces of Konata as well as 3 arms that you can exchange. Pictures below are a brief review of "figma Konata Koizumi Cosplay ver."

I'm going to introduce "Lucky Star Fate Cosple Set" by Good Smile Company, which will be released at Wonder Festival Winter 2008. It's a set of 2 figures: Konata who wears costume of Sabre and Kagami who wears costume of Rin. Both Konata & Kagami's faces can be changed, and it comes with an Excalibur Azoth Dagger. Sabre's armor is of exquisite workmanship compare to " Hetare Sabre Kabuto ver." (exhausted Sabre armor ver.), which came out at Wonder Festival Summer 2006.

I have reported about " Huge Boobs + Little Baby Boy "Bukiya Cattleya" Figure on Sale " no long ago. There are many stores that sold out the "Bukiya Cattleya" figure. Sofmap AM Branch sold out on the day of its release. At the end of February, mother's figure (not with her son) is going to be released, so it may be because of the boy's nude, this set of figures sold out.

Action Figure " figma Yuki Nagato " was released on the 14th. Since its release day was Valentine's Day, all the stores that sold figma gave figma Chocolate , and a little girl distributed chocolate . At the night of the release day, 70% of people who were on line got figma Nagato, and some customers bought more than one.

" Queen's Blade P-5 Bukiya Cattleya " was released on the 14th. This is a figure of "Bukiya (weapon store) Cattleya" by Queen's Blade, and it is a set of a mother who has HUGE boobs and a little boy. Its information explains about the figure that "the last weapon of a wife that makes our heart hot & excited. It comes with a little boy, Lana, who is popular from a certain group." Sarashiru-san says "this is a set of figures for both of you who love HUGE boobs as well as who love little boys."

"Shana China Bikini ver." Figure is now on sale. Depending on the temperature, a color of her swimwear changes. According to its product information, a pink color changes to a pale color, so you may be able to see under her swimwear… Jyojiresourcebusoku-san reviews and says "it's well done. She keeps a 'line', so it has more indecency. Who made it? Good job."

POP of Revoltech Fraulein Miku Hatsune was at Toranoana Main Branch. The POP is from Aimat-san and is an example of making Revoltech Fraulein Miku Hatsune from Revoltech Fraulein Rin Tosaka. According to the staff at Toranoana Main Branch, after updating remodeling of Miku from Rin , Revoltech Fraulein Rin Tosaka started selling well.

Media Works, which has given a bonus holding pillow case, a comic with a holding pillow case as its bonus, a bonus boobs mouse pad, etc for the first time, released "Dengeki G's Festival! Anime vol.1" on the 9th. Its bonuses are Shana and Fumina figures who lick a "stick" and Toranoana 1st Branch writes on its POP "Media Works tries too hard (sweat)!"

A sample of an action figure "figma Yuki Nagato," which will be released on the Valentines Day (Feb. 14) was at Akihabara. I found it at Kotobukiya Radio Hall, Uchusen, Toranoana Main Branch, Asobit City, and Sofmap AM Branch. Akiba-hobby-san also writes about it.

Beat Angel Escalayer by Clayz, "Escalayer Figure" was released on the 6th. Its original illustration is by Takeshi Miyakawa (T's System). Toretate-Hobby-Channel says, this was a limited work for an event, and her product has become a masterpiece. The balance between her cute face and curvy body is exquisite- it's an excellent figure.

Maid figure of Tamaki Kosaka from ToHeart2 AnotherDays by Kotobukiya was released on the 4th. It is made from the illustration by Tatsuki Amazuyu. Jyojiresource-san says "she is sticking out her legs provocatively and looks like she says 'lick my legs.'" Also, her eyes look like "asking." How erotic Tama-sister is!!!

A plastic model of Haruhi's Itasha (painful car), which was released on the 1st, was sold out on the 3rd. At Asobit Hobby City, it was sold out in the next day of its release (2nd) and Sofmap AM Branch got some of its stocks but all of them were sold out on the very same day. At Yellowsubmarine G-shop, it was also sold out. Now, we understand why Aoi plastic model store said it has been sold more than 10 times compare to normal time.

A plastic model of Haruhi Suzumiya's Itasha (painful car), "Haruhi Suzumiya no Youutsu FD3S RX-7" was at Asobit Hobby City and Yellowsubmarine. The plastic model of Haruhi's Itasha, according to GA Graphic, got a big response from a report of a business meeting done by Miyazawa plastic model on November 2007.

2nd version of Fraulein Revoltech by Kaiyodo, "Fraulein Revoltec 002 Rin Tosaka" was released on the 1st. According to its information, reproduction of her cuteness is well done; on top of that, she is able to have many kinds of poses! One of the reviewers says her underwear that you can barely see makes me excited (wow).