“Between the gaps of the universe a hidden code flows mysteriously, connecting space and time. Its entirety cannot be grasped by mere mortals but every once in a while parts of the code find a way to leave an imprint on the elements… These are the unfortunate Uamou that have been struck by this mysterious force.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Mystery Code” series from Uamou x Minoru Takagi…”
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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 “Black” Awesome TV sofubi from Awesome Toy…
Hot on the heals of our exclusive announcement last week, the guys over at Awesome Toy are proud to reveal that their “Awesome TV” is now up for grabs online! Inspired by the Indie Toy scene’s extensive selection of “platform” toys – figures that can be customised – the vintage-styled soft vinyl TV has been fitted withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Black” Awesome TV sofubi from Awesome Toy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Freaky Monster Village Series” from Rockin’ Jelly Bean x Blackdots…
Rockin’ Jelly Bean have teamed up with up and coming sofubi producer Blackdots for the release of their latest line of toys, the Freaky Monster Village Series! Featuring a total of 3 mid-szied figures from some of the Japanese indie toy scene’s finest – “Twin Head Skull Bro” from Monster Farm’s Chop, the “Mummy Man” fromContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Freaky Monster Village Series” from Rockin’ Jelly Bean x Blackdots…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Assaji” Buddha sofubi from Yutani Shouten x Tezuka…
Joining the previously posted “Gamuratsuisuto” keshi (check him here if you haven’t already), Yutani Shouten has just revealed yet another figure he’ll be bringing along to Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend, the officially licensed “Assaji” sofubi! Taken from the seminal Osamu Tezuka Manga “Buddha”, the snot nosed youth has been beautifully realised as a 2.75″ tallContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Assaji” Buddha sofubi from Yutani Shouten x Tezuka…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “F***ing Four Fingers from Terrible Whore…
Terrible Whore has just revealed that his highly sought after F***king Four Fingers sofubi is set to receive its third colorway just in time for Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend! Produced in a glossy red soft vinyl, the towering 10″ tall figure – a twisted homage to Kinnikuman’s Snegator Claw – has been treated to aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “F***ing Four Fingers from Terrible Whore…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Darts” Jungle Fever sofubi from Pop Soda x Restore…
With the original “FOG” Jungle Fever figure going on to become one of the hottest toys of last year, it came with great pleasure today to find that a follow-up – Dart “The Sabre Tiger” – will be making its debut at Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend! Designed by PopSoda and sculpted by RESTORE’s Abe Junnokai, theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Darts” Jungle Fever sofubi from Pop Soda x Restore…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy at Wonderfestival Summer ’15…
Mirock Toy‘s Kaneko Yowohei has just unveiled a ton of new figures he’ll be bringing along to Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend! Featuring a number of Dr Mirock mash-ups including the jaw-dropping Massive Attack you see above, these have been joined by the debut of Mirock’s new 1-part “Idol” figures (check them here if youContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy at Wonderfestival Summer ’15…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Baby Inc x LIQUID BOX” set from Instinct Toy…
Sofubi innovators Instinct Toy have just introduced the latest figure in their ongoing line-up of “Liquid” toys, the rather curious Liquid Box! Standing at around 7″ tall and 4.5″ wide, it appears that the piece has been created as a companion to “Baby Inc”, featuring a removable cap bottom that can be used to either displayContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Baby Inc x LIQUID BOX” set from Instinct Toy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Shoko Nakazawa’s “Bryon” sofubi at Lulubell Toys…
Lulubell Toys are proud to reveal that they’ve secured Shoko Nakazawa aka Korators‘ “Bryon” sofubi in a special Medicom Toy exclusive colorway! Standing at just over 4″ tall, the adorable little fella has been produced in a clear white vinyl complete with masked snowy white, blue and black sprays. Currently available right here via openContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Shoko Nakazawa’s “Bryon” sofubi at Lulubell Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Kappa Shonen” sofubi from Comet Debris…
Coming last, but by no means least, Koji Harmon over at Comet Debris has just revealed the fifth and final figure he’ll have up for grabs at Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend, the “Neon Red” Kappa Shonen! Standing at around 5″ tall and featuring articulation in the neck and arms, the adorable little guy hasContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Kappa Shonen” sofubi from Comet Debris…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Dolphin-kun” sofubi from Vinylckr x Group Inou…
Sofubi producer Vinylckr (formerly Nerdone, we think!) has teamed up with famed Japanese hip hop/electronic duo Group Inou for the release of the officially licensed “Dolphin-kun” (イルカくん) sofubi! Based on the musicians’ recurring dolphin mascot – usually seen on stage during their live performances – the little guy has been sculpted in a vintage finger puppet style,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Dolphin-kun” sofubi from Vinylckr x Group Inou…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Lemon Ice” Kong sofubi from Refreshment Toy x Nerdone…
Joining a slew of the usual cupcake/cat related sofubi, the guys over at Refreshment Toy are proud to announce that they’ll be resurrecting Nerdone‘s Kong sofubi for an exclusive “Lemon Ice” run at Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend! Standing at around 10″ tall and coming with articulation in the neck, waist, arms and feet, the lumberingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Lemon Ice” Kong sofubi from Refreshment Toy x Nerdone…”
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// Awesome Toy’s “Awesome TV” sofubi platform toy announced…
The guys over at Awesome Toy are proud to present something a little different to their current roster of super robots, kaiju and retro-themed figures… introducing the Awesome TV! Inspired by the Indie Toy scene’s extensive selection of “platform” toys – figures that can be customised – the vintage-styled TV’s unique take on the ideaContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Awesome Toy’s “Awesome TV” sofubi platform toy announced…”
MAN-E-NEWS// T9G’s “Plant” Rangeas sofubi at Toy Art Gallery…
Yep, yet more from Toy Art Gallery today, as the team are proud to reveal that they’ve secured a limited amount of T9G‘s latest retainer exclusive, the “Plant” edition Rangeas! Standing at around 8″ tall and coming with 5 points of articulation, the stunning figure has been produced in a white soft vinyl, coming withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// T9G’s “Plant” Rangeas sofubi at Toy Art Gallery…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The first painted “YouZha” micro-run from Krotpong x Kearjun…
Having made its debut last month as part of a unique “trade only” release, the awesome “YouZha” vinyl figure from Kearjun is set for its first painted run this week courtesy of Krotpong! Standing at around 8″ tall, the Fulci-inspired zombie has been produced in a pink flesh-tone vinyl this time around, coming with aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The first painted “YouZha” micro-run from Krotpong x Kearjun…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Electric Boy” sofubi from Comet Debris…
Joining the previously posted Ace Robo, Kappa Kid and Sametan, Koji Harmon over at Comet Debris has just unveiled yet another exclusive he’ll be bringing along to Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend, the “Clear Yellow” Electric Boy! Standing at around 5″ tall and featuring articulation in the waist and shoulders, the little guy has beenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Electric Boy” sofubi from Comet Debris…”
MAN-E-NEWS// BlackBook Toy x Ron English’s “Hella Bling” Evil Mc sofubi revealed in-full…
Originally teased here just a few days back, we can now reveal the latest “Evil Mc” colorway from Ron English and BlackBook Toy in-full, proudly presenting the “Hella Bling” edition! Based on the reoccurring character seen in many of English’s paintings, the sinister-looking fast food anti-mascot has been realised in 3D by the talented Chop over at MonsterContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// BlackBook Toy x Ron English’s “Hella Bling” Evil Mc sofubi revealed in-full…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Toy Art Gallery exclusive GID Lonny from Gravy Toys…
Following the success of their “Jeff” release a couple of months back, the guys over at Toy Art Gallery have once again teamed up with Bwana Spoons and his Gravy Toys imprint for the release of yet another Suns of Broadarr exclusive, the GID Lonny! Once again cast up in a glow soft vinyl, theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Toy Art Gallery exclusive GID Lonny from Gravy Toys…”
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