The One about the Tomica Premium 39: Nissan SilEighty
When Nissan built a sister model to its popular Nissan Silvia line, the sister model known as the 180SX (a 3-door hatchback coupe type passenger car) was introduced in 1989. But an idea came up of what happened if you created a hybrid of the Read More …
The One about LE SSERAFIM’s “UNFORGIVEN”
Possibly my favorite K-Pop group since before their debut and still as of now, LE SSERAFIM’s first album “UNFORGIVEN” has been released and you can purchase it on Amazon or purchase it digitally! For those who don’t own any of their previous mini-albums, the good Read More …
The One about the Tomica Premium – Tomica Transporter: Nissan Fairlady Z 300 ZX Twin Turbo
Back in 1969, Nissan brand “Datsun” released the Fairlady, known then as “Datsun Z”. The goal was to create an affordable car comparable to European luxury GT’s and to also expand the Datsun brand in North America. Katayama Yutaka (President of Nissan back in the Read More …
The One about the Plarail ES-07 E235 Yamanote Line Train
The Yamanote Line is one of Japan’s most iconic lines. Where those in Tokyo ride JR East’s E-235 on the popular loop to get to major stations throughout Japan. I have been riding on the Yamanote Line since I was a young lad in college Read More …
The One about the Otomodachi Gold April 2023 (issue 46) Tomica Hilux (Shota)
Since 1972, “Otomodachi” (which translates to “Friends”) has been a children’s magazine showcasing a lot of what is popular in anime, tokusatsu, toy lines, etc. And in 2007, the children’s magazne “Otomodachi Gold” which featured similar content but included a packaged toy was released. For Read More …
The One about the Tomica no. 109 – DHL Truck (Isuzu Elf)
Since 1969, DHL began its parcel service. Originally based in San Francisco, the company who became interested in offshore and intercontinental deliveries, would entice Deutsche Post by buying shares of the company in 1998 and pretty much acquired all shares of the company by December Read More …
The One about the Tomica Premium #33: Ferrari FXX-K
Today’s Tomica review is the Tomica Premium #33: Ferrari FXX-K, based on the high performance limited production track day car manufactured by Ferrari in Maranello, Italy. The car is designed by Marco Fainello, Adrian Mendez and architect Samuel Rodriguez and is based on the street-legal Read More …
The One about the Tomica Premium Unlimited “Shin Kamen Rider” Cyclone ver. 2
I absolutely enjoy Tokusatsu (Japanese word for “special effects”) live action series. May it be sentai series, Ultraman series and also Kamen Rider series. In Japan, currently in theaters is “Shin Kamen Rider”, the most successful Rider film surpassing 2 billion yen yesterday in the Read More …
The One about the J! (Tomica Podcast Edition Ep. 3) – Are you ready for Tomica “Famous Car Collection”?
The One about the J! (Tomica Podcast Edition Ep. 3) – Are you ready for Tomica “Famous Car Collection”?
The One about the J! (Tetsudo Mokei Podcast) Ep. 35 – Japanese Train News, Japanese Model Train Sales Rankings
The One about the J! (Tetsudo Mokei Podcast) Ep. 35 – Japanese Train News, Japanese Model Train Sales Rankings and more!
The One about the J! (Tomica Podcast Edition) Ep. 2 – Tomica News, Sales Rankings and Tomica Storage & more!
The One about the J! (Tomica Podcast Edition) Ep. 2 – Tomica News, Sales Rankings and Tomica Storage & more! This podcast was created for for people over the age of 13 *NOTE: This podcast has no affiliation with Takara Tomy or TOMICA. We share Read More …
The One about the Tomica Premium 11 – Nissan Skyline GT-R V-SPEC II Nur
When it comes to affordable, quality die-cast metal cars from Japan, Tomica Premium, is a series that are definitely attractive to collectors. While maybe not as expensive or high quality like it’s predecessor, Tomica Limited (2001-2013) which were realistic and more display-only models, one shouldn’t Read More …
The One about the SOMKTN Planetarium Projector
The SOMKTN Planetarium Projector is an interesting device for those looking for a planetarium projector. The main device is powered by USB and comes with a simple button to turn on and off, a shut off sleep feature and in the device is a place Read More …
The One about “Let’s Torekatsu!” Episode 10 on YouTube
The following is a summary of “Let’s Torekatsu” Episode 10. Joshitetsu announcer Kuno Tomomi visits the Rokuhan Tokyo Showroom and said that while the program has covered HO and N Gauge, this time, they will deal with set gauges. And for the latest episode, they Read More …
The One about the Japan Rail Pass Price Hike that will take place in October 2023
I know… this is not the best news for travelers who have come to rely on the JR Rail Pass to travel the country inexpensively. But with the dollar doing better than the yen and the prices still cheaper than other travel passes from a Read More …
The One about the J! (Tetsudo Mokei Podcast) Ep. 33 – Train News, Model Train Reviews & More!
The One about the J! (Tetsudo Mokei Podcast) Ep. 33 – Train News, Model Train Reviews & More!
The One about the J! (Tomica Podcast Edition) Episode 1 – McDonalds Japan and Tomica collaborate, top 20 Tomica Sales
The One about the J! (Tomica Podcast Edition) Episode 1 – McDonalds Japan and Tomica collaborate, top 20 Tomica Sales. *NOTE: This podcast has no affiliation with Takara Tomy or TOMICA. We share our love of tomica products through this podcast!