Gundam x hololive STRICT-G Collab: Pins, Coasters and T-shirts, Pre-orders Close 12 October
Sep 30,2026 | Otaku Daily Shop UK
Gundam and hololive have finally met on the clothing rack. On 30 September 2026, Bandai's Lifestyle Division announced the very first "GUNDAM" x "hololive production" collaboration items from STRICT-G, its Gundam-themed apparel brand. The range stars six talents, Shirakami Fubuki, Sakura Miko, Hoshimachi Suisei, Houshou Marine, Hakui Koyori and Rindo Chihaya, and it comes as three kinds of item: a collector's pin set, rubber coasters and embroidered T-shirts.
There is a clock on this one. Pre-orders opened at 05:00 UK time this morning and close at 15:00 UK time (BST) on Monday 12 October 2026, and the official page warns that sales can end early once the prepared quantity has gone. Here is what has been confirmed, what has not, and how Otaku Daily fits in.
Image: © SOTSU・SUNRISE © COVER Corp. / BANDAI (STRICT-G official press release)
Six talents, six "emblem" designs
The concept is simple and neat. Every talent receives her own emblem, which blends a motif connected to her, her name and a Gundam-series look, all rendered in STRICT-G's heavier, badge-like style. According to the release, each design also uses colours chosen to suit the talent. The result feels closer to a mobile-suit unit insignia than to typical idol merchandise, which is exactly why the crossover works so well.
- Shirakami Fubuki: a light, cool colour scheme, with the T-shirt version in a pale lavender shade.
- Sakura Miko: a pink-led emblem in her own colour family.
- Hoshimachi Suisei: a deep navy palette suited to the comet-and-star image she is known for.
- Houshou Marine: a red shield emblem, which in the official pictures shows a heart pierced by an arrow.
- Hakui Koyori: a soft pink and white treatment.
- Rindo Chihaya: a teal emblem with a sharp, geometric centre.
Image: © SOTSU・SUNRISE © COVER Corp. / BANDAI (STRICT-G official press release)
The three items in the first wave
Three product types make up this opening release. Please note that the lists below follow the official announcement, and we have not added anything beyond it.
Emblem pin set (Emblem Ver.)
- What you get: six metal pins, one per talent, supplied in an original display case.
- Size and material: zinc-alloy pins of roughly 32 to 38 mm, with the release stressing the metal texture.
- Series note: this is billed as the first in a pin series, and it is sold as a collector set rather than as single pins.
Rubber coasters
- Designs: six, one per talent.
- Finish and size: a raised rubber finish, about 95 mm across.
- How they are sold: individually, so you can pick just your oshi.
Image: © SOTSU・SUNRISE © COVER Corp. / BANDAI (STRICT-G official press release)
Image: © SOTSU・SUNRISE © COVER Corp. / BANDAI (STRICT-G official press release)
Embroidered T-shirts
- Designs: six, one per talent.
- Fabric: 100% cotton.
- Sizes: M to XXL.
- Detail: the emblem is embroidered on the left-chest pocket area, which keeps the look understated enough for everyday wear.
Image: © SOTSU・SUNRISE © COVER Corp. / BANDAI (STRICT-G official press release)
Image: © SOTSU・SUNRISE © COVER Corp. / BANDAI (STRICT-G official press release)
Key dates for the first wave
The timings below are already converted to UK time. Japan is eight hours ahead of us until the clocks go back on Sunday 25 October.
- Announcement: 30 September 2026.
- Online pre-orders open: 30 September at 05:00 UK time (BST), through the brand's own online store in Japan.
- Pre-orders close: 12 October at 15:00 UK time (BST), or earlier if the prepared quantity sells out.
- Shipping: planned for November 2026.
- In shops: from Saturday 31 October 2026 at four STRICT-G stores in Japan, in Tokyo (Odaiba and Solamachi), Shizuoka and Shiga. Store sales are in Japan only.
What we know, and what we do not
It is worth being clear about the limits of the announcement, because a hot crossover tends to spawn rumours very quickly.
- A first wave only: the press material calls this the "first" collaboration collection, and the pin set "the first" of its series, but no second wave has been announced. We would not promise more.
- Japan focus: pre-orders and shop sales are described for Japan. We have seen nothing about availability in the UK.
- Not related to earlier hololive x Gundam news: hololive and Gundam have already crossed paths on a magazine cover and in the METAL ROBOT魂 figure line. This apparel range is a separate product line from Bandai's lifestyle team.
Why this range stands out
Most talent merchandise is bright, cute and illustrated. STRICT-G takes the opposite route: metal, rubber and stitched cotton, with the talents represented as emblems rather than portraits. That makes the T-shirts and coasters genuinely usable, and it gives collectors a tidy six-piece set to display. If you collect hololive goods, the pin set in particular would sit well next to acrylic stands and badges, and the coasters are a subtle way to show your oshi on a desk without a big character print.
It is also a good example of how Gundam keeps finding new audiences. The franchise's insignia-heavy visual language suits talents with strong personal symbols, such as Marine's heart and arrow or Suisei's comet, so the emblem approach feels natural rather than forced.
How Otaku Daily can help
Otaku Daily currently does not open orders for placing these items, and we do not have a listing for the STRICT-G x hololive range at the moment. If you would like us to look into a quote for the pins, coasters or T-shirts, please contact us and tell us which talent and item you have in mind. Because the pre-order window closes on 12 October, it is best to ask sooner rather than later.
In the meantime, you can browse our hololive collection for other merchandise featuring your favourite talents.
Frequently asked questions
When do pre-orders close? At 15:00 UK time (BST) on Monday 12 October 2026, or sooner if the prepared quantity runs out.
Which talents are included? Shirakami Fubuki, Sakura Miko, Hoshimachi Suisei, Houshou Marine, Hakui Koyori and Rindo Chihaya.
What items are in the range? A six-pin emblem set in a display case, six rubber coaster designs sold individually, and six embroidered 100% cotton T-shirts in sizes M to XXL.
When will items ship? Shipping is planned for November 2026, and shops in Japan begin selling on 31 October.
Is a second wave planned? Not announced. The releases call this the first collection, but nothing further has been confirmed.
Does Otaku Daily stock it? Not at present. Please use Contact Us to ask for a quote.
Bottom line
The Gundam x hololive STRICT-G collection is a stylish, wearable and collectable first step for two huge fandoms. With the pre-order window shutting at 15:00 UK time on 12 October, fans who want a particular emblem will want to decide quickly. We will keep an eye out for any further announcements.
Image: © SOTSU・SUNRISE © COVER Corp. / BANDAI (STRICT-G official press release)
Sources: Bandai Co., Ltd. press release, 30 September 2026; Inside Games, 30 September 2026; Anime! Anime!, 30 September 2026; Dengeki Online, 30 September 2026; GAME Watch, 30 September 2026.
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