Cult-Favorite JASDF Mascot 'Omaneko' Set for Plastic Model Debut in 2026
Japanese model manufacturer Aoshima Bunka Kyozai (Aoshima) has announced that "Omaneko," the official mascot of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) Omaezaki Sub-Base, will join its "Kemo-Pla" plastic model lineup. The news has sent shockwaves of excitement across social media. Scheduled for release in December 2026, anticipation is already at a fever pitch as fans eagerly await the start of pre-orders. Despite his adorable, feminine appearance, Omaneko is officially a male character—a unique trait that has earned him a cult following online. The announcement of his physical model adaptation under Aoshima's highly customizable "Kemo-Pla" brand has sparked a massive reaction from both model kit builders and "kemono" (anthropomorphic animal) fans. Social media has been flooded with comments like, "I can't believe they're actually making this!" and "An Omaneko model kit is a dream come true!" The signature feature...