Get ready for an epic crossover event! The iconic characters Char Aznable and Char Senyou Zaku (Char’s Custom Zaku) from the classic anime Kidou Senshi Gundam (also known as Mobile Suit Gundam) are teaming up with Futaba Foods’ beloved large-capacity monaka ice cream, “Dandy Chocolate.” This exciting collaboration officially kicks off with a special prize campaign, where fans can win original collaboration QUO cards, which has been running since October 14, 2025. Adding to the excitement, a special web video titled “[Dandy Chocolate] ‘Kore ga Newtype ka!’ Hen” (Is This a Newtype?! Arc) is set to be unveiled on October 20.
Dandy Chocolate: A BakiZaku Sensation Reborn
“Dandy Chocolate” is a robust monaka ice cream specifically launched in 2004, targeting working men. For years, this treat has captivated countless fans with its overwhelming chocolate flavor and signature “baki-zaku” (crunchy-crispy) texture. The product proudly celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2024.
This collaboration with Char and Char Senyou Zaku from Kidou Senshi Gundam, an anime loved across generations, marks an exciting new development for “Dandy Chocolate” in its 21st year. The special project aims to highlight the allure of the newly evolved “Dandy Chocolate,” which has perfected its unique “Dandy-exclusive texture” and enhanced both its texture and flavor. This renewal is showcased through a refreshed package design and a thrilling special collaboration video.
Unleash Your Inner Char with an Exclusive QUO Card!
As part of this exciting collaboration, fans currently have the chance to win one of 500 original QUO cards (worth 1,000 yen each) in a special prize draw. To participate, simply apply through the official website. The application period runs until December 13, 2025, at 23:59 JST. Don’t miss this opportunity—check the application details and join the campaign via the special collaboration website!
Witness the Newtype Awakening: Special WEB Video “Kore ga Newtype ka!” Hen
Further amplifying the collaboration, a special web video titled “[Dandy Chocolate] ‘Kore ga Newtype ka!’ Hen” is slated for release on October 20. This video will be featured across various platforms, including digital signage advertisements in major metropolitan areas like Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka, as well as on YouTube, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
![A screenshot from the collaboration video: [Dandy Chocolate] "Kore ga Newtype ka!" Hen](/media/803007.jpg)
The collaboration video ingeniously brings together the distinct characteristics of the renewed product—its “baki-zaku” new texture and vibrant red packaging—with the iconic characters Char and Char Senyou Zaku from Kidou Senshi Gundam. A particular highlight to look forward to is the specially arranged dialogue created for this collaboration video, featuring the memorable line, “Misete moraou ka, Dandy Chocolate no shinka to yara wo.” (Let me see it, this evolution of Dandy Chocolate.) Be sure to enjoy the product while savoring this unique video experience!
Conclusion: A Taste of the Future
This exciting collaboration between Char Aznable and Char Senyou Zaku from the anime Kidou Senshi Gundam and Futaba Foods’ “Dandy Chocolate” offers fans a delightful blend of nostalgia and new flavors. While the original collaboration QUO card prize campaign is currently underway, the much-anticipated special web video, “[Dandy Chocolate] ‘Kore ga Newtype ka!’ Hen,” is set to make its debut on October 20, promising to further immerse fans in this unique partnership.
Collaboration Video Details:
- Release Date: October 20, 2025 (Monday)
- Platforms: Traffic digital signage advertisements (Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka), X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, Facebook
Authored by Nakase Koutarou
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