Hajime no Ippo’s Creator Unveils G Gundam Gunpla, Fans Go Wild

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It’s no wonder that renowned creators like George Morikawa, the mastermind behind “Hajime no Ippo,” engage in their own dedicated fan communities outside their professional work. What makes it amusing is witnessing them getting excited about their passions in public. For instance, Morikawa has recently been enthusiastic about the 30th Anniversary of “Mobile Fighter G Gundam.” He has taken his craftsmanship to a new level by assembling an exceptional Gunpla and posting pictures on his X (previously Twitter) account. The intricate detail in Morikawa’s Gunpla project has sent fans into a frenzy, with many praising the creator for the impeccable quality of the model.

#今月作ったプラモ晒そうぜ
ゴッドガンダム
デビルガンダム
ムサイ(シャア専用)
ガウ攻撃空母

— 森川ジョージ (@WANPOWANWAN) March 30, 2025

Observing the scene, I couldn’t help but admire as he proudly displayed his latest creation, a Dragon Gundam, marking the 30th anniversary of the beloved anime, G Gundam. He penned a heartfelt caption to join the celebration with fellow enthusiasts, “Constructing three heads for this model was quite the challenge, but it was worth it. This kit is remarkably tough to position, it’s almost as if it has a mind of its own and parts tend to detach when moved. The fourth image captures Sai Saici by my side. My Gundam shelf is bustling with energy,” he added the “#ShowOffYourModelKitsFromThisMonth” tag, inviting others to share their work. The Gundam community responded enthusiastically, praising his skillset. Comments ranged from “The talent shines through… Sensei is exceptionally skilled” to “His building and photography abilities are improving at an astonishing rate… such improvement can only be attributed to his artistic instincts. Truly remarkable.

G Gundam & Hajime no Ippo Have Incredible Legacies in the Industry

In contrast to many other titles in the Gundam series, Mobile Fighter G Gundam stands out for its unique concept and departure from the Universal Century timeline. Initially, it veered far from fan expectations when introduced in 1994, but soon gained popularity due to its consistent, energetic tone and commitment to its vision. Unlike other series, G Gundam unfolds in an alternative “Future Century” timeline where humanity has primarily migrated to space colonies. In this world, nations hold a Gundam Fight tournament every four years, with the victor ruling over others until the next competition. The storyline and setting of G Gundam is entertaining, somewhat whimsical, and impressively developed, making it one of the most original additions to the franchise.

In much the same fashion, “Hajime no Ippo” stands as an exceptional shonen series that left an indelible mark on literature when it started being serialized in 1989. It can be considered a sports manga, and it was initially published by Kodansha through their Shonen Magazine Comics imprint. The story revolves around the character Ippo, a shy high school student who finds it challenging to make friends due to his extensive family business commitments. As a result, he often becomes the target of bullies. However, his life takes a turn when he’s saved by a professional boxer, which encourages him to learn the sport as a means to improve his family’s future. This critically acclaimed series is still being published and has 142 collected volumes with over 100 million copies in circulation.

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2025-04-03 00:39