The 10-day Gundam pop-up in August may have wrapped, but you won’t have to wait long for your next fix. Singapore’s first-ever Gundam flagship store, The Gundam Base, is opening at Jewel Changi Airport, and it’s going to be a permanent space for collectors and fans to geek out over their fave characters.
Psst, there’s still time left before the official opening, so consider this your cue to start saving up and clearing shelf space.
Image credit: Bandai Namco
Gundam is a long-running Japanese sci-fi franchise that kicked off in 1979 with the anime Mobile Suit Gundam. What started as a single series has since grown into a Marvel Comics-like universe with TV shows, movies, and games.
And if you’ve ever seen people poring over plastic model kits, that’s probably Gunpla. These are build-it-yourself replicas of the franchise’s iconic robots, AKA mobile suits, as well as the spacecraft that appear across the series.
The Gundam Base Satellite store in Kyoto, Japan.
Image credit: Richárd Ujszászi via Google Maps
It’s an official merch store for all things Gundam. You’ll find shelves of model kits and country-exclusive items you won’t find anywhere else at the stores.
Currently, there are 18 outlets around the world, including in places like Thailand, China, and Korea, and Singapore’s upcoming store will soon join the lineup.
Model kits sold at The Gundam Base Satellite in Kyoto.
Image credit: K Taiki via Google Maps
According to a Facebook post by BandaiHobby, you can expect the usuals including model kits, but also special treats like Singapore-exclusive Gunpla releases, displays of iconic builds, and even free activities like model-building workshops.
Screenshot from: Reddit
A quick scroll through Reddit shows the hype is very real. Fans are excited about finally having a dedicated space here, with some even hoping for life-sized Gundam displays. Others are crossing their fingers that prices – especially for limited-edition kits – stay reasonable enough so the hobby won’t come with a side of financial heartbreak.
Image credit: @gunplanerd via Instagram
The Gundam Base in Singapore is set to open at Jewel Changi Airport in early 2026, which could mean anytime between January and June.
While the exact date hasn’t been revealed yet, more updates are expected to drop in the coming months. Keep an eye on BandaiHobby’s Facebook page if you want the news the moment it lands.
Early 2026 can’t come soon enough, but those itching to get their hands on some goodies sooner can swing by The Gundam Base booth (L1-BO7) at Singapore Comic Con on 6th and 7th December 2025. This is your first chance to start shopping ahead of the flagship store opening.
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Cover image adapted from: @gunplanerd via Instagram, K Taiki & Richárd Ujszászi via Google Maps
Technically, this is the second time Singapore has qualified for the Asian Cup.
This is your call to get up earlier for work.
As if we need another reason to visit the mall.
Look forward to free model-building workshops.
Earn some extra money on the side.
Mark your calendars for 15th December 2025.