Bob Conge aka Plaseebo kindly shares 2 of his custom creations for Max Toy Co‘s upcoming Tokyo Cat Fight show, Wereneko and the Neko Night Gamer! Utilising the Kaiju Coup “Warui Neko” soft vinyl platform, the pair of of one-off pieces both come with fitted custom glass eyes and internal, motion activated LED units- fitted inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s Wereneko and the Neko Night Gamer for the Tokyo Cat Fight show…”
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MAN-E-RECAP// The MOCKADELIC Show at Rampage Studios…
Opening it’s doors over at the Rampage Studios gallery space in Tokyo earlier today, we can now finally reveal the line-up from the hotly tipped Paul Kaiju “MOCKADELIC” show in full! Whilst unfortunately for us overseas collectors it would appear that everything sold out right away, we can still drool at the awesome selection ofContinue reading “MAN-E-RECAP// The MOCKADELIC Show at Rampage Studios…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Dark Forest” Pollen Kaiser and Luftkaiser from Paul Kaiju x TAG…
Paul Kaiju and Toy Art Gallery invite you to wander into the “Dark Forest” with the latest hand painted editions of both Pollen Kaiser and Luftkaiser! Coming in a matching vibrant soft green vinyl with metallic purple, pink, blue, and gold sprays from PK himself, the mini Luftkaiser stands 4” tall and is articulated at theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Dark Forest” Pollen Kaiser and Luftkaiser from Paul Kaiju x TAG…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Undead Toys’ “Milky White” Zombie DobuRat sofubi at Lulubell Toys…
Following the release of the unpainted black Zombie DobuRat sofubi just a few weeks back, Lulubell Toys have managed to secured yet another batch of Undead Toys‘ signature figure, this time in a gorgeous milky white! Standing at around 5″ tall and coming with articulation in the neck, the rotting rodent is currently up for preorder right hereContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Undead Toys’ “Milky White” Zombie DobuRat sofubi at Lulubell Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Godzilla Vinyl Wars series from Medicom Toy…
Celebrating the release of the first Godzilla film in 10 years, Medicom Toy have teamed up with a number of Japan’s leading toy manufacturers for the launch of the Godzilla Vinyl Wars series! Initially featuring a total of 5 very different designs (clockwise from top left); the Destoroyah Ver. from Marmit, Godzilla 1962 (Kingodzi) fromContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Godzilla Vinyl Wars series from Medicom Toy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive Cosmegira from Yamomark…
Yamomark have teamed up with Medicom Toy for an exclusive version of their latest kaiju, the mighty Cosmegira! Standing at around 9″ tall, the epic “space caterpillar monster” has been cast in a dark brown vinyl for the release, complete with subtle metallic sprays and hand painted detailing. Currently available to Japanese customers through the Medicom Toy storeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive Cosmegira from Yamomark…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive “Monster Battle Set” from Max Toy Co…
Joining the swathe of releases unveiled for this month, Medicom Toy are proud to present an exclusive “Monster Battle Set” from Max Toy! Similar to the recent release through Hinomaru-Ya, the 4 piece set features monsters Negora and Kibunadon pitted against Mecha Nekoron Mk III and Abigail, painted up in suitably contrasting natural and industrial tones. Available in Japan through theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive “Monster Battle Set” from Max Toy Co…”
MAN-E-NEWS (UPDATE)// The “Mixed Up Summer” Diagomi lottery from Guumon x Kaiju Monster…
Brian Mahony aka Guumon has partnered with Kaiju Monster for yet another super-limited release, the “Mixed Up Summer” Diagomis! Marking a rare chance to bag Guumon’s original kaiju in unpainted form, the 8.25″ figures have been assembled from a huge selection of different colours and finishes, including opaques, clears and glitters, with no 2 alike. DueContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS (UPDATE)// The “Mixed Up Summer” Diagomi lottery from Guumon x Kaiju Monster…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive Koningu sofubi from Ummikko…
Teased here a couple of weeks back, Ummikko‘s Medicom Toy exclusive Koningu is now finally up for grabs! Standing at around 5.5″ tall and coming with 3 points of articulation, the angry looking ape has been cast up in a flesh soft vinyl this time around, coming with metallic blue, black and red sprays. AvailableContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive Koningu sofubi from Ummikko…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Grody Shogun x BLObPUS Karakuri preorders at Lulubell Toys…
Luke Rook aka Grody Shogun has teamed up with BLObPUS for a huge pre-order run of hand painted Karakuri sofubi! Featuring a total of 6 different design to choose from; Ashi Kara “Milky”, “Yellow” and “Silver”, Monster Kara, Long Arm and a standard Karakuri, the 3.5″ figures come with one of four different arm configurations, complete withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Grody Shogun x BLObPUS Karakuri preorders at Lulubell Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Max Toy Co x Candie Bolton’s Kitsura sofubi mini…
Having seen numerous prototypes and test shots over the past couple of months, it comes with great pleasure today to reveal that Max Toy‘s latest sofubi mini “Kitsura” is now finally up for preorder! Based on a design from up and coming artist Candie Bolton, the Japanese folk lore inspired piece has been sculpted by none other than PicoContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Max Toy Co x Candie Bolton’s Kitsura sofubi mini…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom exclusive Berserker kaiju from Mutant Vinyl Hardcore…
It’s that time of the month again! Medicom Toy have just unveiled yet another mind-blowing selection of toys up for grabs over the next 4 weeks, the first coming in the form of this stunning Berserker exclusive from Mutant Vinyl Hardcore. Marking the second official release of MVH’s hulking 14″ tall monstrosity, the figure has been cast inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom exclusive Berserker kaiju from Mutant Vinyl Hardcore…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Kikkake’s Rolly Polly Bomb sofubi revealed…
Kikkake have just unveiled an all-new line of sofubi that’ll be making its debut soon, the Rolly Polly Bombs! Drawing inspiration from the classic “Weeble” roly poly toys of the 1970’s, the series is set to feature 3 different ball-shaped designs; reoccurring characters the Iron Monkey and Clown, alongside new addition, the Iron Skull. Standing at around 3″Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Kikkake’s Rolly Polly Bomb sofubi revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The custom 8-Ball “Radioactive Rumbler” sofubi from Topheroy…
With the first batch of Radioactive Uppercut‘s 8-Ball sofubi finally making its way into collectors homes following a successful Kickstarter campaign last year (check it out here), customiser Topheroy has wasted no time in giving his a full lick of paint! Standing at around 4.5″ tall and coming with 3 points of articulation, the “Radioactive RumblerContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The custom 8-Ball “Radioactive Rumbler” sofubi from Topheroy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New Kappa Kid sofubi from Comet Debris…
Koji Harmon over at Comet Debris has just revealed that the second round of Kappa Kid sofubi will be up for grabs next week! Standing just shy of 5″, the little guy will be available in 2 different painted colourways this time around, both coming cast in a bright lime green vinyl with a choice of eitherContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Kappa Kid sofubi from Comet Debris…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt’s Secretoy “Cinema Monster” revealed in full…
Originally teased here earlier in the month, Joe Merrill aka Splurrt has just unveiled his latest creation poised for vinyl soon, the jaw-dropping Cinema Monster! Drawing inspiration from the golden age of monster flicks, including Ray Harryhausen’s classic Cyclops and the 2-headed beast that graces the iconic cover of the 1968 Famous Monsters of Filmland yearbook, the figure is set toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt’s Secretoy “Cinema Monster” revealed in full…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage Ultrakaiju Series “Jamira” revealed in full…
Originally teased here a couple of weeks back, Rampage Toys‘ official Tsuburaya-licensed Jamira figure finally made it’s first public appearance at the Medicom Toy Exhibition’14 yesterday! Due to be the first release in the ongoing Rampage Ultrakaiju Series, the 5″ soft vinyl kaiju is set for a number of limited “homage” colourways over the coming months,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage Ultrakaiju Series “Jamira” revealed in full…”
MAN-E-NEWS// BLObPUS’ Zangira vs. Dokugan “Birds of Paradise” Battle Set…
BLObPUS has paired his very own Dokugan with Yamomark’s Zangira for his latest open-run preorder release, the “Birds of Paradise” Battle Set! Produced in contrasting black and white soft vinyl, the pair have been treated to a broad spectrum of tropical bird-inspired neon sprays and hand painted detailing. Available as a set for 15,000yen ($147) orContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// BLObPUS’ Zangira vs. Dokugan “Birds of Paradise” Battle Set…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Mishka “Cyco Ape” micro-runs from MVH and D-Lux…
Greg Rivera over at Mishka has just revealed that their Cyco Ape kaiju is set to return soon for not 1, but 2 micro-runs courtesy of Mutant Vinyl Hardcore and D-Lux! Information on the releases is still pretty scarce at present save for the teaser from MVH above, but we’re guessing both runs are likely toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mishka “Cyco Ape” micro-runs from MVH and D-Lux…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Cop A Squat Toys’ “Ango” kaiju teased…
Adam Saul over at Cop A Squat Toys has just teased an all-new adversary to his debut kaiju the Semi-Korosiya, the mighty Ango! Whilst we only really have this blurry image top go on at the moment, we can confirm that the figure is currently in the final stages of digital sculpting courtesy of Shinbone Creative‘s Scott Wetterschneider,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Cop A Squat Toys’ “Ango” kaiju teased…”
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