Overview
- The permanent shop opened Dec. 13 at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont, marking the franchise’s U.S. retail debut.
- The 3,000-square-foot store offers exclusive GUNPLA model kits, exhibit displays, promotional items, and a dedicated play area.
- A Gundam Base Pop-Up World Tour inside the mall runs through Jan. 11 with exclusive items, special displays, and build workshops.
- Regular hours are 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Monday–Saturday and 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Sunday, with opening day extended to 9 p.m.
- Fans lined up for the launch as Bandai Namco’s John McKenzie celebrated the opening as a showcase for the brand’s product lineup and legacy.