Bukimi Blasters’ “Mixed-Parts” sale…

Shigeo Endo over at Bukimi Blasters is proud to announce the return of his mixed-part releases with a whopping total of 9 one-off figures that have just landed in his store! Featuring a selection of parts from both Evil Demon and Mole Man, each 6.5″ tall figure comes in a random assortment of colors completeContinue reading “Bukimi Blasters’ “Mixed-Parts” sale…”

Skull Toys’ Dokuro-Saurer 2nd overseas mailorder…

Skull Toys are proud to announce that their Dokuro-Saurer sofubi has returned for it’s second round of international sales! Designed by Skull Toys and produced by RealxHead, the skeletal mono-horned dino stands at around 7″ tall and features 5 points of articulation. Cast in a white soft vinyl with a detail-hugging black rub, the latest versionContinue reading “Skull Toys’ Dokuro-Saurer 2nd overseas mailorder…”

Awesome Toy’s “Peanut Eater” one-off Shikabane Kaiju…

Awesome Toy have teamed up with Izumonster of Blood Guts Toys for a special one-off Shikabane Kaiju dubbed the “Peanut Eater”! Inspired by peanut butter brand Planter’s iconic Mr Peanut mascot, the 9″ tall “Flesh Eater” Shikabane has been produced in what appears to be a black soft vinyl, replete with peanut shell yellow and brownContinue reading “Awesome Toy’s “Peanut Eater” one-off Shikabane Kaiju…”

The Convict exclusive “Clear Ver. Silver” Childhood Warsman sofubi…

Hot on the heals of last month’s Ashuraman release, Japanese lifestyle brand Convict are proud to offer up another “Childhood” Kinnikuman exclusive to overseas customers this week, the “Clear Ver. Silver” Warsman [Nikolai]! The first figure in Five Star Toy’s new chibi line of official Kinnikuman figures, the iconic hooded wrestler has been produced in a mix of clearContinue reading “The Convict exclusive “Clear Ver. Silver” Childhood Warsman sofubi…”

ToyCon ’16: A pictorial round-up…

After a long week of casting keshi, painting sofubi and cutting header cards for ToyCon UK ’16, I’m finally back in the writers chair here at Softoy Hobby! I’ll be resuming our regular coverage later on today, but beforehand, I thought you guys might enjoy a quick pictorial roundup of some of our favourite piecesContinue reading “ToyCon ’16: A pictorial round-up…”

Javier Jimenez’ Wananeko at ToyCon ’16…

Joining an all-new, soon-to-be-revealed resin mini, StickUp Monsters‘ Javier Jimenez has just revealed a pair of exclusives that he’ll have up for grabs at ToyCon UK ’16 this weekend! First up, we have the “Stray” Wananeko. Factory painted in various shades of brown, the 5.5″ tall soft vinyl figure comes packed with a ghost blasterContinue reading “Javier Jimenez’ Wananeko at ToyCon ’16…”

Ummikko’s ToyCon UK ’16 exclusive “British Beetle” Koningu…

Monkey 3000 over at Ummikko is proud to reveal that his Koningu sofubi will be making an appearance at ToyCon UK ’16 this weekend in a gorgeous “British Beetle” colorway! Standing at around 5.5″ tall and featuring articulation in the arms and waist, the vintage-style Kong figure has been produced in a green soft vinylContinue reading “Ummikko’s ToyCon UK ’16 exclusive “British Beetle” Koningu…”

Miscreation Toys’ “Neon Puke” Autopsy Zombie Staple Babies…

Miscreation Toys‘ Autopsy Zombie Staple Baby is set to make a comeback this week as part of a blind bag “Neon Puke” release this week! Coming in at around 9″ from head to toe, the fully articulated undead infant has been produced by Lulubell Toys in 2 different marbled colorways; neon pink/blue and neon green/purple;Continue reading “Miscreation Toys’ “Neon Puke” Autopsy Zombie Staple Babies…”

Leo Sofvi Bouya’s “Jade GID” Guzo Kaiju…

The incredible Guzo Kaiju from Leo Sofvi Bouya returns this week in a gorgeous “Jade GID” colorway! Coming in at a sizeable 13″ tall, the impressive “Idol” kaiju comes with articulation in the waist arms and head. Produced in a stunning unpainted marble jade green and GID soft vinyl, the figure is currently up for grabs via lotteryContinue reading “Leo Sofvi Bouya’s “Jade GID” Guzo Kaiju…”

Comet Debris’ ToyCon UK ’16 exclusive Kappa Shonen and Garak…

Following our coverage of Ace Robo a couple of days back, Comet Debris‘ Koji Harmon treats us to 2 more exclusives he’ll have up for grabs at ToyCon UK ’16 this week! First up, we have the latest version of the ever-popular Kappa Shonen. Standing at around 6″ tall and featuring 3 points of articulation,Continue reading “Comet Debris’ ToyCon UK ’16 exclusive Kappa Shonen and Garak…”

Grody Shogun x RealxHead’s Seishinto San sofubi…

The guys over at Lulubell Toys are proud to announce the latest collaboration between RealxHead and Grody Shogun, the awesome Seishinto San! Said to be part of the constant evolution and devolution of the always elusive “PEANUT” character, this warrior interpretation stands at 9″ tall, coming with articulation in the arms and head. Going on saleContinue reading “Grody Shogun x RealxHead’s Seishinto San sofubi…”

Ko-Re Ko-Re at ToyCon UK ’16…

Joining the previously posted Dual Bat, the guys over at Ko-Re Ko-Re are proud to announce a number of other must-have exclusives they’ll have up for grabs at ToyCon UK this weekend! So far, we have (from top left – bottom right); a new Astro Unkotsu from Goccodo, 3 versions of T9G’s Monkey King, handContinue reading “Ko-Re Ko-Re at ToyCon UK ’16…”

The Soft Vinyl Garden group show…

Toy collector-come-curator Jack Shaw is proud to announce that his first ever Soft Vinyl Garden group show will be touching down at the Rooftop Bar and Cinema in Melbourne, Australia this evening! Featuring a whole slew of the soft vinyl toy scene’s most prominent players, highlights include a pair of one-off GID DC13’s from MutantContinue reading “The Soft Vinyl Garden group show…”

DeathCat Toys’ new Elder Demons revealed…

Whilst we still rather impatiently wait for the release of Elder Demons Series 2 and 3, creator Johan Ulrich of DeathCat Toys has unveiled 2 more sculpts that are set to join the ever increasing line-up! Whilst we just have the above images to go on at present, the Johan-designed and KtoKto-sculpted figures follow a similar aestheticContinue reading “DeathCat Toys’ new Elder Demons revealed…”

Grody Shogun x Boon Velvet’s She Headless Horse sofubi…

Sofubi producer Luke Rook aka Grody Shogun has just unveiled a new collaborative project he’s been working on with artist Boon Velvet, the stunning She Headless Horse! A huge sidestep from Grody’s usual output of misfit monsters, this beautiful piece – featuring a female bust cast inside a clear horse head – is said toContinue reading “Grody Shogun x Boon Velvet’s She Headless Horse sofubi…”

Chokehazrd’s “Black” and “White” Noxious sofubi…

Following a lengthy production period since it’s successful Kickstarter campaign way back in June of last year, the first figure in UK-based artist Chokehazrd‘s BIO-HAZRD line – Noxious – is now finally available to the general public! Said to be born out of the chemical and biological disasters polluting our planet, the beautifully sculpted bio-kaiju stands atContinue reading “Chokehazrd’s “Black” and “White” Noxious sofubi…”

Secret Base’s “Ultimate” Dr Mortality sofubi…

Secret Base are proud to announce the return of their Dr Mortality sofubi in an all-new “Ultimate” colorway! Coming cast in what appears to be a marbled/double pour clear, black and white vinyl this time around, the stunning piece – designed by famed tattooist Chris Trevino – has been treated to minimal silver and black have paintedContinue reading “Secret Base’s “Ultimate” Dr Mortality sofubi…”

Hariken’s “Green 5” ARE sofubi minis…

Japanese artist Hariken over at Mad Panda Factory is proud to reveal that his アレの見守りソフビ人形 (more simply known as “ARE”) figure has made a return in an all-new “Green” colorway! Standing at around 2.5″ tall and featuring articulation in the neck, the little fellow – designed by Hariken and sculpted by TTToy – has been produced in a brightContinue reading “Hariken’s “Green 5” ARE sofubi minis…”

Topheroy x Aesome Toy’s Mini Fake Baron custom sets…

Hot on the heels of their recent Bakurah release, Topheroy and Awesome Toy have once again joined forces- this time for a round of custom Mini Fake Baron sets! Featuring all 4 variations from the original release – a standard mini, pendant-style mini, chibi and finger puppet – each have been treated to Toph’s signatureContinue reading “Topheroy x Aesome Toy’s Mini Fake Baron custom sets…”

Baketan’s “Strawberry Milk” Large Nenne sofubi…

Fresh from 1Gou’s instant sell out success last week (sorry guys, it went too quick for us to post!), Cherri Polly of sofubi duo Baketan is proud to reveal yet another online debut this week, the “Strawberry Milk” Large Nenne! A perfectly upscaled version of the hugely popular feline, this new interpretation stands at anContinue reading “Baketan’s “Strawberry Milk” Large Nenne sofubi…”