61st All Japan Model & Hobby Show 2023
The 61st All Japan Model & Hobby Show 2023 was great. It continued on from 2022 with impressive displays. But they were improved in some areas. And while it took up only Tokyo Big Sights’ South Halls one and two, so much stuff was packed in. The event was a hobbyist’s dream.
Anything they wanted was there. And if it wasn’t, I bet someone could get it. Many specialist shops and creators could satisfy your every hobby desire.
Popular things at 61st All Japan Model & Hobby Show 2023
- Tamiya, Kyosho, and Yokomo remote-controlled cars occupied much floor space.
- All Japan Model and Hobby Show 2023 had airsoft guns! These replicas were amazing. They looked real. Tokyo Marui had a free shooting range.
- Plastic model makers. Tamiya, Revel, and Hasegawa had big booths. But smaller companies were there too. Kits dealt mainly with military subjects. Many of them centered on World War II.
- Science-fiction-themed models. Bandai Namco and its Gundam universe provided many. Their lineup had Gundam Next Future project, LINKL PLANET, Gundam R (Recycle) Project, and Premium Bandai.
Photography at this event
- It is an exercise in patience. Because there are so many people, you often need to wait for the person ahead of you to get their shot and move on.
- Glare is a problem. With many display cases and shiny surfaces, light bounces everywhere. Keep moving your camera around until it’s manageable.
Conclusion
I enjoyed my day at the 61st All Japan Model & Hobby Show 2023. It was great. Even Godzilla and the Back to the Future car were there. I just wish I had the space in my apartment to take up a new hobby!
Hobbyists in Japan should visit the All Japan Model and Hobby Show in 2024. It’ll be at Tokyo Big Site again, and the entry fee is very reasonable. I can’t wait to go back.
Photo gear for this event
- Camera Body: Fujifilm X-T3
- Lenses: Fujinon XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Company attendance at the 61st All Japan Model & Hobby Show 2023
80
Where was the event held?
- Tokyo Big Sight (Halls 1 and 2).
Rohan Gillett
Rohan has lived in Tokyo for 30+ years. He loves photography and plans to capture the entire city.
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External related websites:
- 61st All Japan Model & Hobby Show (official website)