The world of figures is full of imagination and artistry, and with so many varieties of figures and collectibles to explore, Wonder Festival gives fans a place to enjoy them all. At the heart of it lies Good Smile Company, with their beloved Wonderful Hobby Life for You booth!


Known for its diverse range of high-quality figures that cater to enthusiasts of all tastes and preferences, Good Smile Company never fails to captivate the hearts of anime, gaming, and Japanese pop-culture aficionados. Luckily for fans, Wonderful Hobby Life for You brings its own world to Wonder Festival, decorating and presenting its own exclusive showcases where fans and enthusiasts alike can see examples of everything Good Smile Company has to offer!

Stepping into Wonderful Hobby Life for You, visitors are welcomed in with a bright and eye-catching collection of their signature orange color scheme and samples of both popular series and their own figure subsidiaries, such as the small and cute Nendoroid series, the dynamic and jointed Figma series, and scale figures from PHAT, Popup Parade, and many others. The event leaves no stone unturned as it caters to all tastes, encompassing a wide spectrum of series from the hyper-popular Chainsaw Man to the soft and subtle Yuru Camp.

Hatsune Miku enthusiasts are also in for a visual feast at Wonderful Hobby Life for You, as the event celebrates the virtual icon’s 16th anniversary. A massive display celebrating the milestone takes up an entire wall at the event, showcasing the latest anniversary Miku figures against a gorgeous starry backdrop and even a mural adorned with balloons. Fans can also see prototype figures of both Miku and other characters before they’re painted and released!

Beyond the realm of anime, Wonderful Hobby Life for You embraces diverse facets of Japanese pop culture, featuring an enthralling collection of goods and figures from the world-renowned V-Tuber group, Holo-Live, and a variety of others, such as an upcoming figure of Link from the newest iteration of The Legend of Zelda and many other digital niches. And for those at the event, an upcoming BoBoBo Nendoroid was revealed, delighting fans with new products for the classic series. BoBoBo himself even showed up to celebrate!

True to its essence, Wonderful Hobby Life for You unveils a treasure trove of unreleased and in-development figures as well, each a testament to the creativity and dedication of Good Smile Company and its partners to ensure every niche and fandom is celebrated. The booth walls are even adorned with photos of products that don’t yet have a prototype but are planned for the future, so everyone can have something to look forward to. Their "Hello, Good Smile!" series of collectible vinyl figures, one of the company’s newest product lines, was also highlighted, captivating hearts with their charm.

Of course, no event booth is complete without the ability to take home iconic characters for one's own, and as always Good Smile Company delivers of offering in-person sales of exclusive products at the event. With fans all over the world, even their online shop slated exclusive items for sale, so no matter if you’re at the event or overseas, you can celebrate the hobby life of figure collecting wherever you are!

Good Smile Company’s Wonderful Hobby Life for You showcase stands as a testament to the universality of anime and gaming franchises, leaving no stone unturned to celebrate fans and collectors alike. Whether someone wants to adore characters from the latest anime or catch a sneak peek into the future of figure craftsmanship, the massive booth exudes an atmosphere of wonder, excitement, and adventure. As we eagerly await what Good Smile Company has in store for us next time, we can set our hopes high with the incredible experience that was this year’s Wonderful Hobby Life for You!

Written by Staff GSC

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