MAN-E-NEWS// The “GWGW Ver.” Nipper and Spiky sofubi from Glider Works…

Up and coming sofubi producer Glider Works are proud to reveal that their adorable “Nipper” and “Spiky” sofubi are now up for grabs in an all-new “GWGW Ver.” colorway! Standing at around 3″ tall and coming with 3 points of articulation each, the pair have been produced in a clear soft vinyl for this fourth official release, comingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “GWGW Ver.” Nipper and Spiky sofubi from Glider Works…”

MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ “Elder Demons: Series 1” sofubi revealed…

Hot on the heels of the various keshi and resin releases we’ve seen over the past few months, we can now reveal that DeathCat Toys‘ Elder Demons: Series 1 have finally made the transition into sofubi! Designed by DeathCats’ Johan Ulrich and sculpted by KtoKto, the 2.5″ tall Bikkuriman/Ma-Ba-style split torso minis – Oni MiraContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ “Elder Demons: Series 1” sofubi revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Drexyl”, “Skreel” and “Traag” Galaxy People sofubi revealed in-full…

Following our test-shot reveal last month (check it here), we can now finally reveal full-release details for the latest batch of Galaxy People sofubi from Japan-based artist Brian Bunting! Featuring a total of 3 new “villain” characters – Drexyl, a teleporting cat assassin, Skreel, the galaxy bat, and Tragg, a ruthless dinosaur-headed mercenary – the trio standContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Drexyl”, “Skreel” and “Traag” Galaxy People sofubi revealed in-full…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Mazinger Z-inspired “Cutty” Errants one-off from UhOh Toys…

Whilst we rather impatiently wait for the release of the next Errants painted run, creator Aaron Arel over at UhOh Toys has been filling the gap nicely with a selection of one-off hand paints, the latest coming in the form of this awesome Mazinger Z-inspired Cutty! Standing at around 2.5″ tall and coming with articulationContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Mazinger Z-inspired “Cutty” Errants one-off from UhOh Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Homunculord sofubi minis from Krotpong…

 “This race of lesser mordlings are some of the tiny cogs in the vast, incredibly brutal bureaucratic machine on the planet Galwyn, in the Denztek Galaxy. They are the little workers and prophets who toil and tremble for the dreaded, mighty Kanzler Sägrid Arschloch (not shown), Chancellor of the Realm and Decimator of the Guilty…” After months ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Homunculord sofubi minis from Krotpong…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Osaka Soft Expo exclusive “Camo Poo Toss” Rotten-X and “Tropical Attire” Salary UU sofubi sets from Rampage Toys…

Joining the previously featured Oozeballs (check them out here), Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has just revealed 2 more releases for the upcoming Osaka Soft Expo, the “Camo Poo Toss” Rotten-X and “Tropical Attire” Salary UU sofubi sets! Produced in a green soft vinyl, the 9” tall Rotten-X’s have been treated to a stunningContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Osaka Soft Expo exclusive “Camo Poo Toss” Rotten-X and “Tropical Attire” Salary UU sofubi sets from Rampage Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The FAKE BARON sofubi mini set from Awesome Toy…

Teased as finished clay protos just last week, Awesome Toy’s FAKE BARON sofubi minis have finally been revealed in-full and are now up for grabs exclusively through Toy Underground! Featuring a total of 4 different designs inspired by a collection of pachi (bootleg) Red Baron menko cards (from left to right); a finger puppet, SDContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The FAKE BARON sofubi mini set from Awesome Toy…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Super7’s Astro-Mu 5 sofubi minis revealed…

A reboot that’s been almost 8 years in the making, Nakajima’s iconic sofubi line Astro-Mu 5 will once again see the light of day this week courtesy of Super7! A huge inspiration for some of the most highly sought after sofubi around at the moment – Paul Kaiju’s Mr REE and Ilu Ilu’s Tokio Supernova inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Super7’s Astro-Mu 5 sofubi minis revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto‘s “Unpainted Green” Kaibutsu (Monster) Series 2 and more…

Having recently debuted at Wonderfestival Winter 2015, KtoKto‘s Kaibutsu (Monster) Series 2 returns for it’s first official online release! Inspired by a mix of both classic monster designs and 80s Japanese horror toys – including the iconic MaBa Zombies – this second wave once again features a total of 3 different designs; a quad-eyed Werewolf, Creature from the Black Lagoon andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto‘s “Unpainted Green” Kaibutsu (Monster) Series 2 and more…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New Avalon and Monochochin sofubi from Science Patrol…

Whilst the recently featured Oyasumi Punpun sofubi won’t be seeing an online release due to licensing restrictions, creator Science Patrol has revealed that a number of other figures from the recent Wonderfestival Winter 2015 will be up for grabs in-store this weekend! Seeing new editions of the artist’s hugely popular yokai inspired figures, flagship character, the benevolent hatContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Avalon and Monochochin sofubi from Science Patrol…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “MONIMOU” Monimals x Uamou Series 2 sofubi micros…

Following the success of the “MONIMOU” exhibition held way back in December 2013, the guys over at Uamou are proud to announce the second series of their collaborative figure with Monimals! Initially debuting in white, pink and blue, the latest batch of adorable sofubi Monimous come in both Black and Red with the original “Normal” eyes, whilst theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “MONIMOU” Monimals x Uamou Series 2 sofubi micros…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Ma-jo of Guruja” sofubi minis from Jungle…

Originally teased here in wax prototype form early last month, Jungle‘s latest line of sofubi minis – Ma-jo of Guruja – is set to make it’s debut soon! Whilst details on the project are still thin on the ground at the moment, it would appear that the Neclos Fortress-inspired series will feature a total of 5 differentContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Ma-jo of Guruja” sofubi minis from Jungle…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampaging Gorilla Tanks from Rampage Toys x Nerdone…

Having recently tackled a batch of M.O.T.U.L.O.S play sets for the Rampage Studios 2 Year Anniversary Show, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has been let loose on yet another Nerdone figure, the Gorilla Tank! Produced in a white soft vinyl, the quirky sofubi mini has been treated to a stunning selection of silver, blue, pinkContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampaging Gorilla Tanks from Rampage Toys x Nerdone…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Blue and Red Oni Umaou sofubi minis…

To mark the coming of Setsubun – an annual celebration in Japan that welcomes in Spring with the banishing of demons and bringing of good luck – the guys over at Uamou have prepared a very special release, the ONI Uamou minis! Conceived by Thor and carefully hand-painted by Ayako Takagi, the limited edition seriesContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Blue and Red Oni Umaou sofubi minis…”

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

UhOh Toys have just released an all-new round of Errants sofubi minis in their online store! Consisting of 3 2.5″ tall designs; a scientist owl, a cowboy bull and a space faring lizard, the adorable 2 part figures have been produced in a clear soft vinyl this time around, coming with bright pink internal paint coupledContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New “Clear Pink” Errants sofubi minis from UhOh Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The KUDAMON MikanKappa sofubi mini from Yasuyuki Kobayashi…

Jungle are proud to reveal that the latest person to join their Artist Collection – Yasuyuki Kobayashi – will be debuting their KUDAMON MikanKappa sofubi mini this weekend! Standing at just over 3″ tall, the adorable 2-part mini will be available in either unpainted “Lemon” or “Alpino” (white) soft vinyl. Touching down in the Jungle store right hereContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The KUDAMON MikanKappa sofubi mini from Yasuyuki Kobayashi…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Krotpong’s The Humunculords sofubi minis coming soon…

“This race of lesser mordlings are some of the tiny cogs in the vast, incredibly brutal bureaucratic machine on the planet Galwyn, in the Denztek Galaxy. They are the little workers and prophets who toil and tremble for the dreaded, mighty Kanzler Sägrid Arschloch (not shown), Chancellor of the Realm and Decimator of the Guilty…” Originally revealed rightContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Krotpong’s The Humunculords sofubi minis coming soon…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Bwana Spoons’ Mini Sloth and Marbled Tapir at Lulubell Toys…

Lulubell Toys are proud to reveal that they’ve secured a fresh batch of Bwana Spoons’ Mini Sloth and Tapir sofubi! Produced in a bright green soft vinyl with minimal metallic pink sprays, the 4″ tall Mini Sloth can be yours for $45, whilst the unpainted, 2.5″ tall Tapir has been cast in a marbled brown and yellowContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Bwana Spoons’ Mini Sloth and Marbled Tapir at Lulubell Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The new Uamou “Happy Bags” revealed…

The guys over at Uamou have revealed that they’ll be seeing in the New Year with an all-new round of Uamou Happy Bags! Packed with a random assortment of Uamou Sofubi figures, mini Uamou and Mini Boo straps (or figures), Bastard sofubi, stickers and postcards (as well as handful of super rare Uamou sample figures and hand painted canvasesContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The new Uamou “Happy Bags” revealed…”

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

UhOh Toys have just released an all-new round of Errants sofubi minis in their online store! Consisting of 3 2.5″ tall designs; a scientist owl, a cowboy bull and a space faring lizard, the adorable 2 part figures have been produced in a clear soft vinyl this time around, coming filled with tinsel and painted inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New “Clear” Errants sofubi minis from UhOh Toys…”