P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Miku Hatsune's Zaku II

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Miku Hatsune's Zaku II

Release Date: May 2026

Price: 3,850 yen

The Hatsune Miku collaboration lineup is getting another chance, with the RG 1/144 MS-06S Zaku II [Hatsune Miku Ver.] returning as a rerelease through a Premium Bandai lottery at the Hobby Online Shop.

Just like its original run, this version features a distinctive Hatsune Miku inspired color scheme reproduced through molded parts rather than paint. The result is a clean, vibrant look straight out of the box, paired with an original set of realistic decals created specifically for this collaboration. It keeps the visual identity playful while still fitting naturally on the Real Grade Zaku frame.

The kit is based on the RG MS-06S Zaku II, known for its mechanical detail and solid proportions at 1/144 scale. It comes equipped with the classic Zaku arsenal, including the Zaku Machine Gun, Zaku Bazooka, and Heat Hawk. Assembly is snap-fit and does not require adhesive, making it approachable while still offering the layered construction Real Grade builders expect.

As a Premium Bandai item, this kit will not be sold through regular model kit retailers. Quantities are limited, and while it may appear at select events or overseas releases, this lottery sale is the primary opportunity to secure one. Product images shown are development prototypes, so minor changes in materials or finish may occur in the final release.

The kit is priced at ¥3,850 tax included, with shipping scheduled for May 2026. Lottery applications open on Monday, January 19, 2026 at 11:00 AM and close on Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, and applications are limited to one per person.

If you missed this crossover the first time or want to pair it with the RX-78-2 Hatsune Miku version, this rerelease is a solid second chance to add a unique Zaku to your Real Grade lineup.

March 9 is recognized as both Zaku Day and Miku Hatsune Day due to the way the numbers 3 (san) and 9 (kyuu) can be read in Japanese.

Zaku Day (ザクの日) – In Japanese, "3" can be read as "za" (a stretch of "san"), and "9" can be read as "ku", forming "Zaku" (ザク), the iconic mass-production mobile suit from the Gundam series. This play on numbers has led fans to unofficially celebrate March 9 as Zaku Day, often showcasing custom builds and tributes to the mobile suit.

Miku Hatsune Day (ミクの日) – Similarly, "3" (mi) and "9" (ku) can also be read as "Miku", making it a natural fit for Miku Hatsune, the beloved Vocaloid. As a result, March 9 has become an unofficial celebration of the virtual singer, with fans creating artwork, music, and special events in her honor.

Since both Zaku and Miku share the same number-based wordplay, the two fandoms have occasionally overlapped, leading to fun collaborations like the RG 1/144 Miku Hatsune’s Zaku II.