Hachette Collections Japan launches "Let's Build Nostalgic Ginza," a partwork series that recreates the Showa-era streetscape of Ginza in 1/150 scale, on August 19, 2026 (Wednesday).
Numerous landmarks symbolizing Showa-era Ginza are rendered in three dimensions, with company logos, signage, and other details faithfully reproducing the design of the period. The atmosphere of "Ginza back then" comes back to life as a vivid, immersive diorama.
The Streetcar "Toden 5500" Runs Through a Showa-Era Townscape
By assembling the parts included with each issue, readers can complete a vivid diorama of the beloved Ginza streetscape, complete with a running streetcar. Landmark buildings from the era are recreated, including "Hattori Tokeiten (now Wako Main Building / SEIKO HOUSE GINZA)" and "Fujiya Sukiyabashi Store."
Beyond the streetscape itself, the collection also focuses on the movement of the Toden 5500 streetcar and the light-up of buildings and signage, evoking the memory of old-time Showa-era Ginza.
Diorama size (including base): 91.5 cm wide x 32.5 cm deep x 29 cm tall
Richly detailed show windows evoke the mood of the era.
*Images are for illustration purposes only and may differ from the actual product.
*The layout of buildings, roads, and streetcar tracks in the diorama has been designed for visual appeal as a model and differs from the actual layout of Ginza.
The "Toden 5500" Streetcar Included in This Series
The Toden 5500 streetcar that runs on the diorama will have its body included with Issue 2, and its motor unit included with Issue 70.
*Premium subscribers will separately receive N-gauge models of the Toden 5500 and 6000 series streetcars with LED interior lighting.
Showa-Era Streetscape Reborn as a Diorama
LED lighting is included in the advertising towers, signage, building interiors, and streetlights. By switching the lights on and off, two different atmospheres can be enjoyed: a lively daytime scene and a glittering nighttime townscape.
Without lighting
With lighting
Nihon Gekijo (Nichigeki Theatre)
A building that symbolized the era, bustling with crowds of visitors.
Fujiya Sukiyabashi Store
A landmark of Sukiyabashi in Ginza.
Globe Neon Sign
Morinaga Seika's globe-shaped neon sign, which became a new Ginza icon.
Toyopet Crown Neon Advertising Tower
A real first-generation Toyopet Crown was displayed here, making it a landmark symbolizing Tokyo in the Showa 30s era (the late 1950s to early 1960s).
Hattori Tokeiten (now Wako Main Building / SEIKO HOUSE GINZA)
A Neo-Renaissance-style building beloved to this day as a symbol of Ginza.
A Gift for All Subscribers
All subscribers will receive two 1/150 scale miniature cars, a special weathering kit, and a special parts box to enhance the series.
1/150 scale miniature cars (2 pieces)
Special weathering kit
Special parts box
*Design and specifications are subject to change.
Exclusive Items for Premium Subscribers
Subscribers who sign up for the "Premium Subscription," which adds 500 yen (including 10% tax) to each issue from Issue 4 onward, will receive one N-gauge model each of the 5500 and 6000 series streetcars (each with an LED interior light set), along with a dedicated display case, with the final issue.
Toden 5500 series, 1 car (with LED interior light)
Toden 6000 series, 1 car (with LED interior light)
Size including cover: 91.5 cm wide x 32.5 cm deep x 29 cm tall
*Design and specifications are subject to change.
Product Overview
Title: "Let's Build Nostalgic Ginza"
Price:
- Issue 1 Special Price: 299 yen (including 10% tax)
- Issue 2 onward Regular Price: 1,999 yen (including 10% tax)
- Issue 70 Special Price: 4,998 yen (including 10% tax), which includes the motor unit (1 piece)
Launch Date: August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
Publication Format: Released every Wednesday
Total Issues: 140 issues (planned)
Sales Locations: Bookstores nationwide and the product website
Publication Frequency: Weekly
Product Website: https://hcj.jp/tdi/p
