Monthly Magazine Hobby Japan 2026.08

Cover Feature - Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway's Flash: The Witch of Circe

The film "Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway's Flash: The Witch of Circe," which premiered in theaters nationwide on January 30, 2026, became a massive hit, grossing over 2.5 billion yen. This sequel, released approximately five years after the first chapter, faithfully adapts the story of Yoshiyuki Tomino's novel while adding numerous new elements that shocked many.

Therefore, this issue of Monthly Hobby Japan features "Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway's Flash: The Witch of Circe"! We present an interview with director Shuko Murase, who helmed the film, a thorough introduction to the highlights selected by the Hobby Japan editorial team, and a detailed look back at memorable scenes from the film with special effects photos, along with detailed production explanations of the latest HG kit examples of the "Ξ Gundam" and "Mass Production Type ν Gundam" unveiled after the film's release.