MAN-E-NEWS// Comet Debris’ Halloween ’15 Unlucky Bags announced…

Koji Harmon over at Comet Debris is proud to reveal that his Unlucky Bags will be returning just in time for Halloween this month! As with previous bags, this year’s assortment will include a selection of randomly packed customs, signed and numbered limited editions, test shots (never released test vinyl), and unpainted figures. Available in 2 differentContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Comet Debris’ Halloween ’15 Unlucky Bags announced…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Mai Nagamoto x Rampage Toys’ custom “Cyclops Dinos” sofubi set…

Whilst most of the stock that went up as part of Rampage Toys‘ latest sale has quickly sold out, there is one little gem that still remains, the gorgeous custom “Cyclops Dinos” set from Mai Nagamoto that you see above! Known for her toy work with both T9G and Uamou and of course for her recentlyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mai Nagamoto x Rampage Toys’ custom “Cyclops Dinos” sofubi set…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Science Patrol’s post-Superfestival 69 sale…

Japan-based sofubi producer Science Patrol has just unleashed a whole host of goodies leftover from last weekend’s Superfestival 69! Featuring a slew of figures both old and new, personal highlights include the pictured Hooded Jinmenken, “Bronze” Obakekoban, “Orange” Monochochin, “Electric Bubble” Slime Adjudicator, “Kamen Rider” Elemental Archmage and uber-cute “Metal Sensation” Beakie. Priced between justContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Science Patrol’s post-Superfestival 69 sale…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New pastel “Errants” sofubi minis from UhOh Toys…

Aaron Arel over at UhOh Toys has just revealed that his “Errants” sofubi minis will be returning soon in an all-new colorway! Consisting of all 3 2.5″ tall designs from the series; “Roku” the scientist owl, “Cutty” the cowboy bull and “Verge” the space faring lizard, the adorable 2 part figures appear to have once again been produced in aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New pastel “Errants” sofubi minis from UhOh Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New “Skulltula Gaikotyu” sofubi minis at Jungle…

Japanese toy retailer and producer Jungle have just revealed that they’ll have a whole slew of new “Skulltula Gaikotyu” sofubi minis up for grabs this weekend! Featuring over 10 previously unreleased colorways and editions for the adorable little guy, the release is set to feature “Gentlemen” versions complete with moustache, top hat and cane, tieContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New “Skulltula Gaikotyu” sofubi minis at Jungle…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “New Sunset” Errants sofubi minis from UhOh Toys…

Aaron Arel over at UhOh Toys has just revaled that his “Errants” sofubi minis will be returning this week in a special “New Sunset” colorway! Consisting of all 3 2.5″ tall designs from the series; “Roku” the scientist owl, “Cutty” the cowboy bull and “Verge” the space faring lizard, the adorable 2 part figures have been produced in a milky softContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “New Sunset” Errants sofubi minis from UhOh Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New sofubi from Science Patrol available now…

Japan-based artist Science Patrol has just unleashed a whole swathe of new soft vinyl goodness in his store! For all those with a weakness for yokai, kawaii and minis, we bring you a quick rundown of what you guys should be picking up now… Trunkie “Pom’s Night Out”// One of many all-new creations from ScienceContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New sofubi from Science Patrol available now…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Demon Castle of Gle-Jun” sofubi minis from Jungle…

Having seen a few limited releases since their debut back in February, Jungle‘s “Demon Castle of Gle-Jun” sofubi minis are set to return this weekend as a Wonderfestival Summer ’15 exclusive! Featuring a total of 6 different figures from the Neclos Fortress-inspired series – including designs from Jungle regulars Uky Daydreamer and Skulltula – theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Demon Castle of Gle-Jun” sofubi minis from Jungle…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Are You F***ing Zombie?” sofubi minis from Restore…

“There was an epidemic called “Zombing” in Neo Japan world. Experienced an unknown phenomenon that all of the people begin to become identical faces and lose their individuality. Common point among people who infected with the disease was that it was only modern poeple who have depended on convenient “STUFF” which some company churned out…” FollowingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Are You F***ing Zombie?” sofubi minis from Restore…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Emerald” and “Raspberry” Glitter Bomb Finger Five sofubi from Fig-Lab…

With the Finger Five “Glitter Bomb” sets having long since sold out, Datadub over at Fig-Lab is proud to reveal that his sofubi finger puppets have returned for the same sparkly treatment in 2 new colorways! Featuring a total of 5 figures based on iconic characters from Paul Kaiju, Lamour Supreme, Matt Doughty, Sucklord and Monstre Hero, theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Emerald” and “Raspberry” Glitter Bomb Finger Five sofubi from Fig-Lab…”

MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto’s Kaibutsu: Series 3 test shots revealed…

Japanese sculptor KtoKto is proud to reveal the third wave in his ongoing Kaibutsu (Monster) series! Originally assumed by us to be the next figures in Newtervision’s Derformate series – largely due to their striking similarity in style – the latest set features just 2 characters this time around, Frankenstein and Dracula, that come withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto’s Kaibutsu: Series 3 test shots revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Grumble Toys x Amapro’s “Manmorah” sofubi revealed…

Briefly mentioned in our SDCC ’15 coverage last week, we can now finally reveal Grumble Toys‘ latest sofubi in-full… the adorable Manmorah! A collaboration with fellow sofubi producers Amapro, the super-chunky sculpt has been produced in a gorgeous teal colored soft vinyl for its debut release, coming with pastel and pearlescent sprays that match theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Grumble Toys x Amapro’s “Manmorah” sofubi revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rotofugi’s “Birthday Suit” Errants sofubi minis from UhOh Toys…

Rotofugi are proud to announce that UhOh Toys will be joining the roster of artists at their SDCC ’15 booth later this week, bring along a special “Birthday Suit” edition of Errants sofubi minis! Consisting of all 3 2.5″ tall designs; Roku the scientist owl, Cutty the cowboy bull and Verge the space faring lizard, the adorable 2 part figuresContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rotofugi’s “Birthday Suit” Errants sofubi minis from UhOh Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The first painted “Kaiju Kinora” and “Kaiju Nemuke” sofubi from Max Toy Co…

Originally revealed as neon green test shots a couple of months back, the latest 2 figures from Max Toy Co‘s Kaiju Gals/Monster Boogie series have finally seen their first painted release! Featuring “Kaiju Kinora” (the Mushroom Monster) from Kaori Hinata and “Kaiju Nemuke” from Hikari Bambi, both have been sculpted by none other than Makino-san of TTToys, coming in-scaleContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The first painted “Kaiju Kinora” and “Kaiju Nemuke” sofubi from Max Toy Co…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The painted “Red Bean” Dissolution of Smoke: Vol. 2 sofubi from Algangu…

Originally debuting in blank form a few weeks back, the second wave of “Dissolution of Smoke” sofubi from Algangu has finally seen its first painted release! Featuring a total of 3 all-new designs inspired by traditional yokai and 1970’s candy shop playing cards, the figures – a gourd holding monk, a castle and a cycloptic hat –Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The painted “Red Bean” Dissolution of Smoke: Vol. 2 sofubi from Algangu…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Crazy Eyes Cutty” sofubi play set from UhOh Toys…

Aaron over at UhOh Toys is proud to reveal that his “Cutty” Errants mini figure is set to return this week as part of a special “Crazy Eyes” play set release! Featuring the little guy in what appears to be a black soft vinyl this time around, the adorable space bull has been treated toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Crazy Eyes Cutty” sofubi play set from UhOh Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// 10B Factory’s “Mogurelu”, “Moguming” and “Moguring” sofubi at Jungle…

10B Factory are proud to reveal that the latest member in their ongoing “Deep Sea Diver” series – Mogurelu – will finally be up for grabs online this weekend! Standing around the same height as previous releases at just over 3″ tall, the little guy features articulation in the arms as well as a removableContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// 10B Factory’s “Mogurelu”, “Moguming” and “Moguring” sofubi at Jungle…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Ko-Re Ko-Re exclusive Uamou sofubi minis…

UK-based Japanese collectable importer/distributor Ko-Re Ko-Re are proud to reveal that they have a limited number of custom Uamou sofubi minis up for grabs! Originally making their debut at ToyCon UK a few weeks back, the adorable 3″ tall figures have been cast in a matt black soft vinyl this time around, coming complete withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Ko-Re Ko-Re exclusive Uamou sofubi minis…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Medicom Toy’s Vinyl Artist Gacha: Series 3 revealed…

Having had continued success with their Vinyl Artist Gacha line over the past few months, Medicom Toy are proud to reveal that a third series of the multi-artist minis will be touching down next month! This time featuring 4 of sofubi’s biggest hitters; RESTORE, Zollmen, Instinct Toy and Sunguts, each have contributed miniaturised versions of some ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Medicom Toy’s Vinyl Artist Gacha: Series 3 revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Siryosei Expo exclusive “Snack Pack” sofubi minis from Rampage Toys…

Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has revealed that he’ll be exhibiting at Mandarake‘s Siryosei Expo in Nakano, Tokyo, this Sunday, bringing along a whole host of one-off customs and painted runs… including this rather awesome “Snack Pack” sofubi mini set! Featuring both male and female Hokkaido settler omake from Rampage’s highly sought after Kesagake sofubi,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Siryosei Expo exclusive “Snack Pack” sofubi minis from Rampage Toys…”