HG 1/144 RX-78-2 Gundam [JAL Original Color Ver.] - Release Info

HG 1/144 RX-78-2 Gundam [JAL Original Color Ver.] 

Purchase Start: May 1, 2025 

Release Date: Late July 2025 onwards

Price: 3,900 Yen (3,510 Yen with JAL card)

As part of the “Fly to the Future Project,” Japan Airlines (JAL) and Mobile Suit Gundam have teamed up to offer an ultra-exclusive GunPla: the HG 1/144 RX-78-2 Gundam [JAL Original Color Ver.]—a collector’s item available only during JAL domestic flights and tied directly to the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025.

This model reimagines the legendary RX-78-2 Gundam in a sophisticated color palette inspired by JAL's corporate branding. The clean white base echoes the airline’s fleet, while bold red accents honor the Japanese flag and JAL’s iconic crane logo. Subtle gray undertones bring a technical edge that evokes the mechanical soul of both aircraft and mobile suits.

This aviation-themed makeover amplifies the Gundam’s iconic silhouette, resulting in a model that perfectly blends anime history with aeronautical prestige.

Collector-Friendly Minimalist Packaging

Unlike traditional GunPla boxes featuring dynamic artwork, the packaging for this release is minimalist and elegant, reflecting JAL’s premium aesthetic. A white box with red accents mirrors the model's design and JAL’s visual identity, making it a standout piece for collectors of limited regional and event-specific GunPla.

Purchase Method: “In-Flight Shopping at Home”

The model is available only via JAL’s “In-flight Shopping at Home” system. Here's how it works:

• Passengers must register via JAL's in-flight Wi-Fi during a JAL domestic flight.
• After registering, they can purchase the kit online for up to three days post-flight.
• This ensures that only passengers who participate in the flight experience can acquire this rare model, boosting its exclusivity.

NOTE: This version is different from the Gunpla included as a Dynamic Package bonus. While it shares the same molds used for the RX-78-2 Gundam [PR Ambassador of the Japan Pavilion, Expo 2020 Dubai], it features a completely unique color scheme and branding exclusive to JAL.

• Depending on demand, some orders may ship as late as December 2025
• Limit: One unit per customer
• Pre-order Basis: Reservations will close once the sales quota is met