# Mecha Anime Timepieces The CASIO G-SHOCK Gundam Collection Celebrates the 40th Anniversary By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-03-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-gshock-gundam-collection References: [technabob](https://technabob.com/blog/2019/03/05/casio-g-shock-gundam-collection-puts-a-mech-on-your-wrist/) & [casio.world.tmall](https://casio.world.tmall.com/p/rd209848.htm?spm=a1z10.1-b-s.w16117922-14855864641.1.34251a9b0BlVbO) The [CASIO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-in-the-shell-dw5600) G-SHOCK Gundam Collection is a lineup of collectable accessories for consumers that aims to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the mecha anime franchise. The collection consists of four timepieces in total including the [RX-78-2 Gundam](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gundam-x-strictg), RX-0 Unicorn Gundam, [MS-06S](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gundam-1) Char’s Zaku II and the RX-0 Unicorn Gundam 02 Banshee. Each one boasts the familiar aesthetic of the original G-SHOCK timepiece, but with a distinctly anime-inspired aesthetic that is achieved with premium colors and accents. The CASIO G-SHOCK Gundam Collection will be available for purchase starting in mid-2019 from the CASIO China online store and are sure to be a hit amongst avid anime fans. The timepieces range in price from 1,090 yuan to 1,690 yuan to offer consumers a varying range of options for their budget. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Anime-inspired Collectibles:** Creating collectible accessories with anime-inspired aesthetics presents opportunities to tap into the passionate anime fan market. - **Limited Edition Collaborations:** Collaborating with popular anime franchises to create limited edition timepieces can generate excitement and drive sales among dedicated fans. - **Niche Fashion Crossovers:** Exploring crossovers between fashion and niche interests, such as mecha anime, can create unique and sought-after products in the market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Anime Merchandise:** The anime merchandise industry can benefit from offering collectible timepieces that cater to the specific interests of passionate fans. - **Watch Manufacturing:** Watch manufacturers can leverage collaborations with popular anime franchises to expand their consumer base and reach new markets. - **Online Retail:** Online retailers specializing in niche collectibles can capitalize on the demand for anime-inspired fashion accessories and timepieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mecha Anime-Inspired Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gundam-1.md) - [Mecha Sci-Fi Smartphone Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-gundam-collection.md) - [Manga-Themed Limited Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-in-the-shell-dw5600.md) - [Celebratory Celestial Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-gcwb5000un-carbon-edition.md) - [Superhero-Honoring Watch Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-x-fantastic-four.md) - [Anime Merch-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-4.md) - [Samurai Armor-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-mrg.md) - [Retro-Style Anniversary Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-and-sea-series-watches.md) - [Alien-Like Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gav01-series.md)