New Block Tokyo Tower from Gakken Toys

Written by: Michael Keferl on October 14, 2007 at 11:07 pm | In DIGITAL LIFE | 3 Comments

There have been a few offerings this year Tokyo Tower models, the most intricate of which being the Tokyo Tower 2007 from Sega Toys.

While not as cool as the Sega model, Gakken Toys is now offering a Tokyo Tower model you can build yourself called the New Block Tokyo Tower.

The New Block Tokyo Tower lights up, but can also be modified to become a hot-air balloon, bridge, or skyscraper. While not as tall as the massive tower in the background of our photo, this model is quite large and seems to be aimed more at kids. Either way, if I actually had the space in my place (and I’ll never get rid of the Beerbot) I might consider getting one just for the cool box.

New Block Tokyo Tower homepage

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Tokyo Tower 2007 and Ferris Wheel models from Sega Toys

Written by: Michael Keferl on August 13, 2007 at 1:06 pm | In DIGITAL LIFE | No Comments

Is Sega Toys building a miniature Tokyo? They’ve just released the Tokyo Tower 2007, a 1/500 scale model of the real deal, complete with working lights. The four-color LED lights change randomly and have a “candle effect” using an internal wind sensor which makes them flicker and go out when you blow on them.

At the Tokyo Toy Show we were able to look at the next item in a potential series of miniature Tokyo toys. This Ferris Wheel doesn’t have a name yet, but is a working model and lights up in patterns just like what you’d see at night in places like Odaiba.

Below is a video we made at the Toy Show, highlighting both the Tokyo Tower 2007 and the Ferris Wheel.

This may be a sign of Sega Toys making even more miniature Tokyo models, but it remains to be seen. The Tokyo Tower is already available (below), and the Ferris Wheel is anticipated for next year. A miniature Shibuya, complete with video screens, would definitely be our next request.

Click to buy the Tokyo Tower 2007 online

Tags: Sega Toys, Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Toy Show
Category: DIGITAL LIFE
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