MAN-E-NEWS// The “Keshi-Gomu” Steel Karma Beast and Iron Mask sofubi from Shikamark…

Shikaku over at Shikamark is proud to reveal that his sofubi minis, the Steel Karma Beast and Iron Mask, will be up for grabs via mail order later this week! Produced in an unpainted, keshi-gomu inspired flesh vinyl this time around, the 2-part, double sided Karma will be up for grabs at 1,500yen ($13), whilstContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Keshi-Gomu” Steel Karma Beast and Iron Mask sofubi from Shikamark…”

MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto’s Monster Series: Wave 2 sofubi minis…

Teased here a couple of weeks back in wax prototype form, the next round of figures from Japanese artist KtoKto‘s Kaibutsu (Monster) series have finally been revealed in-full! 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;Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto’s Monster Series: Wave 2 sofubi minis…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Animation Color” Dr Mirock set…

Mirock Toy has just unveiled their latest release currently available for overseas order, the “Animation Color” Dr Mirock set! Once again coming with a total of 6 different figures – featuring mixed-part configurations from the original Dr Mirock series, the Dr Mirock Totem and Mecha Chibira-kun set – each have been painted up in a gorgeous mixContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Animation Color” Dr Mirock set…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Konatsuya x Medicom Toy’s “Gakki-Kun” Vinyl Artist Gacha Series 1…

Joining the previously featured Emerian, Centaur Wrestler and Gakki-Kun, Medicom Toy  have revealed the fourth and final figure for their newly established Vinyl Gacha Artist: Series 1, the adorable Kappa-Chan from Konatsuya! Similar to the other figures in the series, theKaneko Yowohei sculpted mini stands at just under 2.5″ tall, coming in a selection of 5 different blind-baggedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Konatsuya x Medicom Toy’s “Gakki-Kun” Vinyl Artist Gacha Series 1…”

MAN-E-NEWS// PicoPico x Medicom Toy’s “Gakki-Kun” Vinyl Artist Gacha Series 1…

Joining the previously featured “Emerian” from Mee Mei and “Centaur Wrestler” from Zarigani Works, Medicom Toy  have secured yet another figure for their newly established Vinyl Gacha Artist: Series 1, this time around taking on popular Japanese TV show character and internet meme, Gakki-Kun! Similar to both Emerian and the Centaur, the PicoPico sculpted mini standsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// PicoPico x Medicom Toy’s “Gakki-Kun” Vinyl Artist Gacha Series 1…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Studio Uamou’s 4th Anniversary Fortune Uamou sofubi minis…

With Studio Uamou closing for it’s 4th anniversary next Wednesday, December 10th in preparation for the upcoming “UAMOU ♥ MAYU meets CUVEE” exposition, the team have decided to celebrate a little early with the release of a very special batch of Fortune Uamou sofubi minis! Coming in 3 different hand painted colorways; Cosmic GID, Cosmic White and WhiteContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Studio Uamou’s 4th Anniversary Fortune Uamou sofubi minis…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Winter Chibi Set” Pocket Sideshow sofubi from Circus Posterus x Tomenosuke…

The guys over at Circus Posterus and Tomenosuke are proud to reveal the second release of their Pocket Sideshow sofubi, the Winter Chibi Set! Featuring all 4 designs from the series – Otto from Brandt Peters, Snowshoe from Amanda Louise Spayd, Penelope from Kathie Olivas and Puddlesproot from Chris Ryniak – the gang of 3″ minisContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Winter Chibi Set” Pocket Sideshow sofubi from Circus Posterus x Tomenosuke…”

MAN-E-NEWS// One-off custom Maxx Bots from Buildbots…

Artist Will Long aka Buildbots has taken on Max Toy Co‘s Maxx Bots for his latest round of one-off customs! Utilising both bat-ear and mohican variants of the 2-part sofubi mini, the pair have been treated to Will’s instantly recognisable blend of kit-bashed found objects and meticulous weathered paint detail, both coming complete with all-newContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// One-off custom Maxx Bots from Buildbots…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Zarigani Works x Medicom Toy’s “Centaur Wrester” Vinyl Artist Gacha Series 1…

Joining the previously featured “Emerian” minis from Mee Mei, Medicom Toy  have secured yet another figure for their newly established Vinyl Gacha Artist: Series 1, the adorable Centaur Wrestler from Zarigani Works! Similar to Emerian, the paunch little guy stands at just under 2.5″ tall, coming in a selection of 5 different blind-bagged colorways. Touching down alongsideContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Zarigani Works x Medicom Toy’s “Centaur Wrester” Vinyl Artist Gacha Series 1…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive Yuninko set from Max Toy Co…

Medicom Toy have secured yet another exclusive release from Max Toy Co, the “Fluorescent” Yuninko set! Taken from Max Toy’s latest wave of “Monster Boogie” sofubi minis, the adorable My Little Pony-inspired centaur has been sculpted by PicoPico, standing at a little under 4″ tall and coming complete with articulation in the neck. To beContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive Yuninko set from Max Toy Co…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Mee Mie x Medicom Toy’s “Emerian” Vinyl Artist Gacha Series 1…

Medicom Toy have teamed up with artist Mee Mie for a sofubi version of Ooze-It/Cosmos Alien tribute, Emerian! Originally debuting as a self-produced resin mini figure at Design Fiesta 39 back in May (check him here), the little guy has now received an official license from Cosmos, releasing in a choice of 5 soft vinyl colorways as partContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mee Mie x Medicom Toy’s “Emerian” Vinyl Artist Gacha Series 1…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Kaibutsu Series painted-run from DeathCat Toys x KtoKto…

Originally teased here over the weekend, DeathCat Toys‘ take on KtoKto‘s Kaibutsu (Monster) Series will be making their way online later today! Featuring all 3 designs from the first wave of mini figures; hopping vampire “Jiangshi”, horned cyclops “Scream”, and tombed mummy “Tutankhamun”, the 2.5″ tall finger puppet style sculpts have been produced in a black soft vinylContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Kaibutsu Series painted-run from DeathCat Toys x KtoKto…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Dark Raspberry” Bastard sofubi mini from Uamou…

Hot on the heels of the previously posted “Black” and “Rose” editions, Uamou‘s Bastard sofubi mini receives yet another colored release this week in a gorgeous “Dark Raspberry” vinyl! Standing at around 2.75″ tall and coming with articulation in the neck, the little guy is once again being offered up blank for just 1,800yen ($17) orContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Dark Raspberry” Bastard sofubi mini from Uamou…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Love Uamou” sofubi minis from Uamou x Odette Headpieces…

The guys over at Uamou are proud to reveal that they’ve teamed up with the Indonesia-based Odette Headpieces for a special run of “Love Uamou” figures! Similar to the previous “Mariage” release, the set features 2 3″ Uamou minis produced in a white soft vinyl, but whilst the top hat and bow tie wearing male remainsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Love Uamou” sofubi minis from Uamou x Odette Headpieces…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Kaibutsu Series painted-run from DeathCat Toys x KtoKto…

With KtoKto currently sculpting DeathCat Toys‘ “Magic of the Void” series for Toy Art Gallery, owner Johan Ulrich has revealed that he will be returning the favour by painting a run of the artist’s Kaibutsu (Monster) Series mini figures! Featuring all 3 designs from the first wave; hopping vampire “Jiangshi”, horned cyclops “Scream”, and tombed mummyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Kaibutsu Series painted-run from DeathCat Toys x KtoKto…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Uky Daydreamer’s Deku the Buster and more online…

Debuting at both Design Fiesta 40 and DCon ’14 last week, Uky Daydreamer‘s Deku the Buster is now finally up for grabs in their online store! Standing at around 4.7″ – around twice the size of Uky’s usual mini output – and coming with 3 points of articulation plus removable helmet, the Japanese astronaut has been treatedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Uky Daydreamer’s Deku the Buster and more online…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Neo Titanium Coating” Dr Mirock set…

Mirock Toy has just unveiled their latest release currently available for overseas order, the “Neo Titanium Coating” Dr Mirock set! Coming with a total of 6 different figures this time around – featuring new mixed-part configurations from the original Dr Mirock series, the Dr Mirock Totem and Mecha Chibira-kun set – each have been painted up in a gorgeousContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Neo Titanium Coating” Dr Mirock set…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Slime” Mr Melty sofubi from Buff Monster…

Buff Monster is proud to reveal that he’ll be dropping a new “Slime” Mr Melty colorway in his store at 10am EST today! Available with either the standard or zombified head sculpts, the 3″ tall 2-part figures have been produced in a slime green soft vinyl this time around, coming with pink/yellow free sprays, masked detailing andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Slime” Mr Melty sofubi from Buff Monster…”

MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto’s Monster Series: Wave 2 sofubi minis revealed…

With his first round of “Monster” sofubi minis already proving to be a huge success, Japanese artist KtoKto has just revealed that a second wave is about to head into production! Inspired by a mix of both classic monster designs and 80s Japanese horror toys – including the iconic MaBa Zombies – this second batch once again featuresContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto’s Monster Series: Wave 2 sofubi minis revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Uh Oh Toys’ DCon exclusive Errants sofubi available online now…

Hot off the heals of the recent post-NYCC release, Aaron over at Uh-Oh Toys is proud to reveal that remainder of his DCon exclusive Errants are now available in-store too! Consisting of 3 2.5″ tall designs; a scientist owl, a cowboy bull and a space faring lizard, the adorable 2 part sofubi micros are up for grabs inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Uh Oh Toys’ DCon exclusive Errants sofubi available online now…”