Mafty Takes on Summer Heat with New Handy Fan

“Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway” is bringing some Mafty style into the summer season with the new “MAFTY's handy fan” and honestly, this might be one of the coolest practical Gundam goods to pop up lately.

Pre-orders officially opened today through Premium Bandai’s Bandai Collection, with shipping scheduled for July just in time for the hotter months. Instead of being another simple anime-branded gadget, this fan actually packs some surprisingly serious features into its compact frame.

The handy fan can be used in three different ways: handheld mode, desk mode, and hands-free mode with the included neck strap. The grille can also be adjusted smoothly from 0 to around 110 degrees, making it easy to point airflow exactly where you want it.

What really makes this stand out is the airflow system developed by Rhythm Co., Ltd. Using a dual-reverse fan structure, the rear fan pulls in air while the front fan pushes out a concentrated cylindrical airflow. For something this compact, it sounds surprisingly powerful.

Fans can switch between five airflow settings including rhythm wind, low, medium, high, and turbo mode. The controls are also pretty simple, with a long press instantly shutting the fan off without cycling through every setting first.

At only 150g, it stays lightweight enough for daily use, and the included carabiner makes it easy to attach to bags or other gear with a single touch. The Mafty-inspired design gives it that clean Hathaway aesthetic without going overboard, so it actually looks stylish enough to carry around outside anime events too.

The MAFTY's handy fan is priced at 4,400 yen tax included, and is scheduled to ship in July 2026.