The July 2024 Issue of Monthly Hobby Japan Goes on Sale Today with Examples of the HG Destroy Gundam Staged as a Giant Weapon!

Monthly Hobby Japan
July 2024 Issue
Going on sale Friday, May 24, 2024
Price: 1,760 yen (tax incl.)

Massive Special Feature on Macross Modelers Examples!
The special feature for Monthly Hobby Japan’s July issue is on Macross Valkyrie Modeling!
This issue features 11 model examples, including the main Valkyries from past series such as the VF-1J Valkyrie (Hikaru Ichijyo’s model) and the VF-19 Custom Fire Valkyrie with Sound Booster! Hobby Japan's best modelers will find and explain the best way to build the diverse lineup of Macross plastic models!
This issue also includes an interview with director Shoji Kawamori! Enjoy it together with the magazine's supplement, the Macross Valkyrie Encyclopedia.

[Examples]
・VF-1J Valkyrie (Hikaru Ichijyo) Created by Kei Shimizu
・Macross Δ VF-31A Kairos Makina Nakajima Created by Eikokushinshi

Panel line molding has been added to the entire body to create the feel of a gigantic weapon!
We’re introducing an example of the HG 1/144 Destroy Gundam model from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY! It was created by veteran modeler Keisuke Watanabe. Engraved modeling has been used to add panel lines and other details to the flat surfaces to create the feel of a gigantic weapon.

[Example]
・GFAS-X1 Destroy Gundam Created by Keisuke Watanabe