The Gundam Base Tokyo is the ultimate hub for Gunpla (Gundam plastic models) enthusiasts, located on the 7th floor of DiverCity Tokyo Plaza in Odaiba.
Official Website Link -THE GUNDAM BASE-
Overview
-Official flagship facility managed by Bandai Spirits, aimed at fans worldwide
-Sprawling across roughly 600 tsubo (≈2,000 m²)
-Open daily from 10 am to 9 pm with free admission, though occasional numbered tickets may be issued during busy times
Four Interactive Zones
-Shop Zone – Over 2,000 Gunpla items and displays of 1,500+ models
-Factory Zone – Hands-on exhibits featuring design data, molds, and manufacturing insights
-Builders Zone – Build your own kit on-site. There's even a premium Painting Room with airbrushes and “Gunpla Meisters” ready to assist
-Event Zone – Features rotating special exhibits, competitions, and limited-edition items
Highlights & Extras
-STRICT‑G fashion boutique inside offers Gundam-inspired apparel
-Adjacent Unicorn Gundam statue (about 19‑20 m tall) transforms and lights up multiple times daily in DiverCity Plaza’s Festival Plaza
-A new Gundam Base Tokyo ANNEX opened on December 22, 2023, at 2F selling exclusive souvenirs and Gunpla goodies
Location & Access
-Address: DiverCity Tokyo Plaza, 7F (1‑1‑10 Aomi, Koto‑ku, Tokyo)
By train:
5 min walk from Daiba Station (Yurikamome)
3 min walk from Tokyo Teleport Station (Rinkai Line)
By car/taxi: Easy drivability with nearby parking at DiverCity; taxi from central Tokyo (~30 min) also convenient.
Why Visit?
-Massive Gunpla collection: thousands of kits, including rare exclusives.
-Hands-on experience: build, customize, and shoot photos in dioramas.
-Inspiring displays: pro-level creations and competition winners.
-Iconic statue: witness the legendary Unicorn Gundam's transformation and evening spectacle.
