Back in 2015, did you fall in love with Azone’s Japan The World Twinkle doll but secretly wished he was wearing the Hetalia World Academy School uniform?
Well, I’ve got some good news and not so good news for you.
The Good News:
Azone is granting your wish!
July 2017 Azone International is bringing you the W: Hetalia The World Twinkle: Japan W Uniform Version (wow, that’s a mouth-full).
If you’ve purchased Dollybird vol. 25 you may remember seeing the Hetalia World Academy School uniforms?
On page 63, we find Japan and Italy, dressed in the uniforms.
The Not So Good News:
Japan is an Azone direct limited doll.
So you can only buy him from Azone International stores 🙁
I like this version of Japan. He’s a sharply dress gentleman.
And take a look at his face . . . is that a small grin?
Oh, yes it is! He’s smiling, he’s finally smiling.
Japan has loosened up his collar and letting more of his personality shine through.
The new facial expression is very tempting.
I’m secretly glad he’s limited.
It means my wallet and I can happily sit back and enjoy Japan’s release from a far.
Product Info:
- Body: Pureneemo Flection XS (boy)
- Skin tone: White
- Hetalia World Academy School uniform
- Shoes
- Hand parts (5)
Where to Order:
- Azone’s Labelshops – July 15, 2017 at 10:00JST
- Azonet – July 15, 2017 11:00JST
Release Date: July 2017
Price: ¥11,000 about $97
Let’s Chat:
What are your thoughts about Hetalia The World Twinkle: Japan W Uniform Version?
Are you happy, upset or don’t care that he’s a limited store doll?
Do you think we’ll see Italy or any of the remaining boys in the school uniforms too?
Leave a comment in the box below.
I look forward to talking with you about Japan and the Hetalia school uniform.
If you’re only interested in Japan’s uniform & you can sew then you’ll want to purchase Dollybird Vol.25.
Inside you’ll find sewing instructions on how to create the Hetalia World Academy School uniform.
See all the Hetalia boys here.
Source: Azone International
Hi, skip my question, I figured it out and put up 3 pictures. My adorable portrait of Gakuen Japan with a book could not unload because it said the file was too big but I’ll figure out a way because it is so lifelike that I have to share it, I’m sooooo happy, Liz. Thanks for answering all my questions.
Hi Liz,
Your Gakuen Japan is very whimsical 🙂
I love the prop you gave him.
What a handsome collection you have!
Tatyana
Oh~ Japan looks so cute with that little smile! <3 I haven't watched Hetalia so I don't know the character, but that little smile has just about won my heart, haha!
I'm glad to hear that the uniform pattern is in Dollybird 25. I don't have any Pure Neemos yet but when some boys join my doll family I'll definitely want to make them some uniforms~
Hi River,
I know . . . his expression is so cute!
That’s so cool that you’re able to sew doll clothes.
If you make the uniform in the future, do come back and share a photo 🙂
Tatyana
Azone’ website is in Japanese. How can we navigate it to buy the doll on July 15? Thanks, Liz. Cos I have to get it!
Hi Liz,
Unfortunately, Azone does not ship internationally. Only residents in Japan can order from Azone’s online shop.
Luckily, with the help of a proxy shopping service they’ll be able to place an order for you and ship it to you once in stock.
We’ve used White Rabbit Express before but there are other proxy services to choose from.
If you have more questions or any concerns please feel free to contact us again.
Tatyana
P.S. We hope you’re able to bring Japan home 🙂
Ok, I got one! It was about $145 or so (I paid a 1000 yen surcharge to buy on Saturday rather than wait until Tuesday and possibly miss out) and I will get billed for shipping when he comes in but I got him! I bought from white rabbit express.
I’m new to doll collecting but I have 5 of this series so far, what kinds of stands should I get and where do I buy them from? I’ve seen cheap ones online but I thought I would ask first, Liz
Hi Liz,
Azone International and Obitsu stands are nice stands to own.
Azone’s stands are easy to assembly.
They are sturdy plastic stands.
I have Mio in this stand and she hasn’t fallen over.
With the Obitsu stand, there’s more pieces to assembly compared to Azone’s stand.
But the Obitsu stands give you more flexibility to position dolls in cute poses.
I have it assembly but I don’t think I have the right pieces together because my girls keep falling over.
I plan to look into what I’m doing wrong and fix this issue next month.
You can purchase either stand from shops like Hobby Search or Ami Ami
Ami Ami has the Obitsu stand we purchased. If fits a range of doll sizes Ami Ami Obitsu.
The Azone Pureneemo stand we ordered fits Azone dolls XS to Large but unfortunately, it has sold out on both sites.
It is available at Azonet online shop though.
If you have any other questions please don’t hesitate to ask 🙂
Tatyana
Hello Liz,
Congratulations!!
We’re doing a happy dance, here in Texas, for you 🙂
You must come back and tell us how amazing he is in person.
Thank you for allowing us to share in your excitement.
Tatyana
I have photos and I posed him with a book looking very whimsical, how do I show it to you all?