BANDAI SPIRITS is gearing up for a major production boost with its new Bandai Hobby Center factory, set to begin operations by summer 2025. The factory, currently under construction next to the main Bandai Hobby Center building in Shizuoka City, aims to deliver a 35% increase in plastic model production when fully operational in fiscal year 2026. This expansion reinforces Bandai’s commitment to meeting growing demand for its iconic models, such as the popular Gunpla series.
Spanning approximately 14,724 m², the new facility is strategically located adjacent to the existing Bandai Hobby Center. Once completed in January 2025, the factory will be fitted with 10 multi-color molding machines and 84 single-color molding machines to enable faster, more stable production. With the full production setup expected by 2026, the factory will strengthen Bandai’s supply chain to keep up with the enthusiasm from hobbyists worldwide.
In addition to production enhancements, the new factory will introduce an exciting tour course for visitors, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the intricate process of plastic model manufacturing. Visitors will gain insights into Bandai’s innovative four-color injection molding technology, which allows for simultaneous molding of different colors and materials—making models easier to assemble and more vibrant in appearance straight out of the box.
Since opening in 2006, the Bandai Hobby Center has pushed the boundaries of model-building technology and sustainability. With environmentally focused initiatives like the Gunpla Recycle Project and reductions in electricity usage, BANDAI SPIRITS is dedicated to creating quality models while minimizing environmental impact.
By expanding its facilities and production capabilities, BANDAI SPIRITS is set to transform its operations and better serve a global community of model enthusiasts in the years to come. Stay tuned as Bandai embarks on this next chapter in plastic model production, combining innovation, sustainability, and visitor engagement in a state-of-the-art facility.
SOURCE: GUNDAM INFO
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