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It's All About The Little Details With Vash The Stampede

From top to bottom, this is an incredible figure that is sure to delight fans and collectors alike. ― Back in 1995, Yasuhiro Nightow created a series called Trigun, a sci-fi western that focused on a mysterious character known as Vash the Stampede. That manga would later be continued in another magazine under the title Trigun Maximum followed by an anime adaptation done by Madhouse that helped the f...

【OSHI NO KO】Ai Scale Figure Now accepting orders!

Ai, the legendary idol from 【OSHI NO KO】, has arrived as a 1/7 scale figure! ― Lies are the greatest kind of love! Ai, the legendary idol from 【OSHI NO KO】, has arrived as a 1/7 scale figure! We created this figure using a teaser visual from a concert scene with meticulous attention to detail in the molding and painting. Lies are the greatest kind of love! Her bright and fresh outfit, dynamic posing...
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Understanding the Appeal of The League of Villains

If you’re a fan of My Hero Academia, then it’s impossible to not be aware of who the League of Villains are. ― If you're a fan of My Hero Academia, then it's impossible to not be aware of who the League of Villains are. Led by Tomura Shigaraki, what started as a small group of outcasts, quickly turned into a large antagonistic force hell-bent on tearing apart the very superhero system that the show ...
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The three girls on the Monthly Newtype cover have been made into figures!

The heroines of Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time—Asuka, Rei, and Mari—have been turned into a set of three figures based on an illustration drawn by general animation director Atsushi Nishigori. ― The heroines of Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time—Asuka, Rei, and Mari—have been turned into a set of three figures based on an illustration drawn by general animation director Atsushi Nishigori...
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From the TV anime, JUJUTSU KAISEN, Maki Zen'in will be released by Kotobukiya as a scale figure!

Maki Zen'in comes to life in a powerful stance gripping the special grade cursed tool Playful Cloud. ― Maki Zen'in comes to life in a powerful stance gripping the special grade cursed tool Playful Cloud. Extra attention was paid to the flow of her hair and wrinkles in her outfit, making for an incredible sculpt that overflows with energy. This figure perfectly captures Maki's nimble and dynamic fight...
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ARTFX J Tengen Uzui from Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba

― The user of Sound Breathing, Tengen Uzui, will be released by Kotobukiya as a 1/8 scale figure! From the anime, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, the Sound Hashira, Tengen Uzui, comes to life in a dynamic pose, slicing down his enemies. The ends of his hair and clothes on his back flutter in the wind, with the wrinkles of his uniform reflecting his body's movements, creating a more impactful appear...
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Rean Schwarzer Figure from Kotobukiya

Take a close look at Kotobukiya's highly anticipated Rean Schwarzer Figure, the second in their The Legend of Heroes series of figures. ― Legend of Heroes fans, do you simp Rean Schwarzer? Good news! Kotobukiya is preparing to release the first Rean Schwarzer and it is glorious! Pre-orders for this gorgeous figure, Kotobukiya's second in The Legend of Heroes series are now live! Order yours now at S...

LCD 3D Printing in the Animation Industry

The Halot-One LCD 3D printer from Creality is the perfect 3D printer for animation fans, professionals and businesses. Use it to create your own personal figures as well as prototypes figures. ― In recent years, as the 3D printing industry grows, the cost of LCD 3D printers and photosensitive resins has gradually decreased, making it one of the ideal choices for making animation molds. In addition, 3...
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A Collab with Real IMPACT: Bershka x EVANGELION

Give your wardrobe a '90s reboot with Bershka's latest mini capsule inspired by a popular Japanese anime ― Give your wardrobe a '90s reboot with Bershka's latest mini capsule inspired by a popular Japanese anime. EVANGELION is a medium-defining franchise. Even 25 years after Shinji first got in the robot, the latest EVANGELION film is finding new records to break in the Japanese box office, and lifel...

A Closer Look at S.H.Figuarts' HIT and COOLER FINAL FORM Figures

S.H.Figuarts' new HIT and COOLER FINAL FORM Dragon Ball figures are now available for pre-order on Premium Bandai USA. ― S.H.Figuarts' new HIT and COOLER FINAL FORM Dragon Ball figures are now available for pre-order on Premium Bandai USA. Check out the galleries below to see them in all their glory. S.H.Figuarts HIT - $60 IMG hit01.jpg IMG hit02.jpg IMG hit03.jpg IMG hit04.jpg IMG hit05.jpg IMG hit0...
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This Transforming Unicorn Gundam May Not Be Life-Size, it's the Next Best Thing

Since 2017, a life-size, transforming Unicorn Gundam has stood tall in Tokyo's Odaiba. Several times a day, it transforms in a flurry of light and sound, bringing the anime into the real world. While you can't exactly take something so massive home with you, this transforming Unicorn Gundam bust is a pretty good alternative. Now available at Premium Bandai USA, the REAL EXPERIENCE MODEL RX-0 UNICO...

Relive the 90s with Digimon and Demon Slayer-themed Virtual Pets

If you were a kid in the 90s, you probably had a Tamagotchi at some point. And if not, you can remedy that right now. ― If you were a kid in the 90s, you probably had a Tamagotchi at some point. And if not, you can remedy that right now. Currently, Premium Bandai USA is offering two different kinds of virtual pets. The first is a new set of Tamagotchi. However, instead of raising a monster, you can r...

Premium Bandai's Black Friday Lineup

From Gundam to Demon Slayer, Love Live! to Ghost in the Shell, there’s something for everyone at Premium Bandai’s Black Friday Sale! ― From Black Friday to Cyber Monday, tons of new and returning items are coming to Premium Bandai. Premium Bandai will also be handing out discount coupons for many of these items on a first-come, first-served basis. (Get your coupons here!) Moreover, if you order over ...
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You Can't Go to NYCC This Year but You Can Still Get Some Awesome Figures

NYCC may have gone online only this year as part of the “New York Comic Con x MCM Comic Con Metaverse” but there are still some cool figures be had—especially these Dragon Ball and Star Wars figures. ― NYCC may have gone online only this year as part of the “New York Comic Con x MCM Comic Con Metaverse” but there are still some cool figures be had—especially these Dragon Ball and Star Wars figures. Y...

Translucent Parts Breathe New Life into Classic Gunpla

As part of the Gundam Online Expo an unheard of amount of over 60 exclusive Gunpla are available for purchase—including both new exclusives and Gundam Base Limited exclusives. ― This week, as part of the Gundam Online Expo an unheard of amount of over 60 exclusive Gunpla are available for purchase—including both new exclusives and Gundam Base Limited exclusives. While you may have seen many of these...
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Finally, a Large Naruto Figure Sporting His Original Goggles

The vast majority of Naruto figures out there have him wearing the normal headband—but not this figure. ― Back when the Naruto series began, Naruto didn't wear one of the series' iconic ninja headband, he used to wear a pair of goggles instead. It wasn't until he passed the genin exam that he switched over to the headband. Of course, as this happened rather early on, the vast majority of Naruto figur...
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Which of These Kirby Figures is the Cutest?

BANDAI SPIRITS once again returns with a Banpresto Box featuring the pink puff ball, Kirby, himself. This time, he's not alone, however. ― BANDAI SPIRITS once again returns with a Banpresto Box featuring the pink puff ball, Kirby, himself. This time, he's not alone, however. Waddle Dee and Magolor have come to join him in trying on some stylish hats. All three are cute but the question remains, which...
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The Most Popular Gunpla on Premium Bandai USA

A wide array of Gunpla Gundam models have been appearing on Premium Bandai USA. But you may be wondering, among those over 50 models, which are the most popular? ― Over the last few months, a wide array of Gunpla Gundam models have been appearing on Premium Bandai USA—many of them never before released in America. But you may be wondering, among those over 50 models, which are the most popular? *Note...

You Can't Go to SDCC This Year but You Can Still Get the Exclusive Figures

Don't miss out on the exclusive Dragon Ball and Godzilla figures that are available to order right now at Premium Bandai USA! ― San Diego Comic-Con may have been canceled and turned into an online event this year but that doesn't mean you'll have to miss out on the exclusive Dragon Ball and Godzilla figures that would have been released at the convention center. In fact, you can order them right now ...

The 5 Coolest Gunpla Coming to Premium Bandai

Pre-order only Gunpla are coming to PREMIUM BANDAI USA. With more than 20 offerings, here are the coolest of the cool ― Starting today, limited-run, pre-order only Gunpla are coming to PREMIUM BANDAI USA. With more than 20 offerings, here are the coolest of the cool. #5 DESTINY GUNDAM [TITANIUM FINISH] Price: $77 Type: Real Grade Scale: 1/144 Series: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Why it's Cool: Wit...
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What is Kirby's Favorite Food?

If Kirby is famous for one thing, it’s eating. After all, he inhales his enemies, gaining their powers. However, that’s not all he eats. ― This article is brought to you by the upcoming Banpresto Box Kirby's Dolce Collection. For more information, scroll to the end of the article. If Kirby is famous for one thing, it's eating. After all, he inhales his enemies, gaining their powers. However, that's ...
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Strike a Pose with These JoJo Accessories, Ties, Hoodies, and More

Are you in for some awesome JoJo merchandise this holiday season? Well, with Premium Bandai’s Christmas Sale in full swing, now’s the perfect chance to get some. ― Are you a fan of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure? Are you in the market for some high quality JoJo merchandise? Well, with Premium Bandai's Christmas Sale in full swing, now's the perfect chance to get some. If you head over to Premium Bandai, yo...

Char's Counterattack Hoodies and T-Shirts Invade Premium Bandai

As part of Premium Bandai's Black Friday sale, you'll get $15 off every order between now and Cyber Monday. ― Got an itch that only Char's Counterattack apparel can scratch? Then today is your day. Hoodies and T-shirts are on the way! Better still, as part of Premium Bandai's Black Friday sale, you'll get $15 off every order between now and Cyber Monday. Char's Counterattack Hoodies $85.00 Like the ...
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Exclusive Hatsune Miku 10th Anniversary Items and Deals on Tokyo Otaku Mode

Checkout the exclusive Hatsune Miku 10th Anniversary merchandise and the opportunity to get 10 times the TOM points. ― August 31st marked virtual idol Hatsune Miku's 10th Anniversary and the celebration is set to continue for an entire year. Over at the Tokyo Otaku Mode (TOM) Shop, fans outside of Japan can purchase exclusive Hatsune Miku items normally available only within Japan, and even enjoy 10...
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[Deadline Extended!] Reserve Your SAO Weapon-based Computer Glasses!

Sword Art Online and Tokyo Otaku Mode (TOM) have collaborated on computer glasses inspired by the powerful weapons of fan-favorite characters! ― Wield the mighty weapons of Sword Art Online and protect your vision! Sword Art Online and Tokyo Otaku Mode (TOM) have collaborated on computer glasses inspired by the powerful weapons of fan-favorite characters including Kirito's Elucidator and Dark Repulse...

Fate/Grand Order Saber Artoria Pendragon Figure

Saber Artoria Pendragon is as majestic as ever with her cloak, crown, and swords in this high quality figure from Medicom Toy, available immediately on Tokyo Otaku Mode. ― Saber Artoria Pendragon is as majestic as ever with her cloak, crown, and swords in this Real Action Heroes figure by Medicom Toy. And the best part is, you don't have to wait months for your pre-order to arrive. She is available f...

LOOT Anime Celebrates Victory!

This month, Loot Anime celebrates VICTORY in sports and competition with some of your favorite team-based anime and manga series. And when it comes to sports-based anime, Free! and Yowamushi Pedal are unquestionably two of our favorites. Free! may not focus heavily on swimming, but what resonated with us was how a primarily individual sport still had a strong team dynamic to it. We know Free! has...

Angel Beats! 1st Beat Guitar Print Messenger Bag (Yui Model)

Keep a memento of the charismatic all-girls band Girls Dead Monster and their new lead vocalist Yui from Angel Beats! with you on all your missions with this unique messenger bag. Designed to look just like Yui's guitar, this bag features a cleverly crafted shape and detailed image complete with the iconic Girls Dead Monster and SSS logos printed on the synthetic leather material. With clips on bo...

Samurai Armor Hoodies, now available for pre-order

If you missed out on the crowdfunding campaign, these awesome hoodies are available for a limited time only. Plus your chance to win an exclusive Samurai Armor T-Shirt. ― We've all experienced that phase of wanting to be a samurai. (Alright, maybe we still do.) Well, now you can satisfy that desire with a revolutionary Samurai Armor Hoodie! Designed in Japan and originally available only in Japan, t...

Loot Anime Joins Forces with Crunchyroll for Greatness

New bonus for ANN readers, fill out the survey and get a discount code to subscribe to any Loot Crate subscription. ― The monthly mystery subscription service Loot Anime has done the fusion dance with Crunchyroll to form Loot Anime x Crunchyroll, a new partnership with new powers that will benefit subscribers of both platforms! Looters with a Crunchyroll Premium account can now link that account to ...

Loot Anime Joins Forces with Crunchyroll for Greatness

The monthly mystery subscription service Loot Anime has done the fusion dance with Crunchyroll to form Loot Anime x Crunchyroll. To celebrate, we're announcing our latest theme: UNITY. ― The monthly mystery subscription service Loot Anime has done the fusion dance with Crunchyroll to form Loot Anime x Crunchyroll, a new partnership with new powers that will benefit subscribers of both platforms! Loo...

Amazing Banpresto Figures

Over in Japan these awesome figures can be won in arcades at the "Crane King" and similar games, but you can order them online too. ― Tokyo Otaku Mode is an official partner of Banpresto, authorized to sell Banpreto figures online to customers outside of Japan. Normally, there's only one way to get these highly sought after figures, travel to Japan and try your luck in an arcade. Tokyo Otaku Mode sav...

Exclusive DXF One-Punch Man Saitama Figure

Banpresto's DXF One-Punch Man Saitama Figure might be the best looking figure to come out this year, and it's very affordable. ― Depicted giving one of his famous punches, Saitama from the hit series One-Punch Man is beautifully captured in this exciting painted ABS and PVC figure! With a height of 7.9”, it captures both his realistic form with carefully detailed muscles and his overwhelmingly powerf...
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Who are the Piapro Characters?

The March 2016 box from OMAKASE is celebrating global pop star Hatsune Miku with a collection of items that includes the full Piapro Character lineup. Just in time for the Miku Expo North American tour, mystery items include collectibles and gear themed around Miku, Kagamine Rin and Len, Megurine Luka, KAITO and MEIKO. “Piapro” is a shortening of “Peer Production” – the concept that users of Crypt...

Omakase offers massive savings on Otakon registration.

Normally Otakon costs $80 to $100 (2015 price), but with Omakase you can your Otakon registration and your first Omakase box for only $29. This deal ends tomorrow, January 23 at midnight PST. ― Fans considering attending Otakon 2016 might want to act fast, as OMAKASE announced a special limited-time promotion this week in collaboration with Otakon, offering new subscribers a free Otakon 2016 membersh...

New Omakase Deals: Free Otakon Ticket or 30% OFF

Omakase unleashes two strong deals, as we approach shipping date for the company’s second curated anime merchandise box. (note: coupon extended) ― Fans considering attending Otakon 2016 might want to act fast, as OMAKASE announced a special limited-time promotion this week in collaboration with Otakon, offering new subscribers a free Otakon 2016 membership. In addition to the Otakon deal, OMAKASE pro...
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Toynami Naruto fans can finally complete their collections.

Earlier, ANN revealed one of the premium items included in Viewster’s next Omakase box: the gold Naruto Mininja figure. That’s not the only special figure collectible included in the package, however: Within this box of hidden ninja treasures lies an exclusive 4-inch figure of Sasuke from Naruto Shippuden. ― Earlier, ANN revealed one of the premium items included in Viewster's next Omakase box: the g...

Gobble Up This Naruto Shippuden Thanksgiving Bundle

Gobble Up This Naruto Shippuden Thanksgiving Bundle! Combined package available to new U.S. customers through Cyber Monday includes launchbox featuring Kill la Kill and upcoming Naruto Shippuden box. The bundle also includes a free six-month digital subscription to Weekly Shonen Jump, all for $40+S/H. Black Friday comes early to OMAKASE! Viewster has gone all out for this year's Thanksgiving holid...

TOMpacasso Plushie Available for Pre-Order

Manufactured by Amuse exclusively for Tokyo Otaku Mode, this awesome TOMpacasso will add color to your life. ― Tokyo Otaku Mode is proud to announce the Exclusive TOMpacasso Plushie is now available for pre-order. This unique plushie will ship in December and will only cost $20.99, so order yours now! Created with the colors of the Tokyo Otaku Mode logo, this is a limited Alpacasso plushie available ...

Viewster's Awesome Kill la Kill box just got even awesomer

Get a look at the second exclusive item in Viewster's upcoming Omakase launch box. ― Viewster continues to reveal items in their Kill la Kill themed OMAKASE launch box, the most recent being an exclusive Senketsu Scarf. In addition to the scarf, the first curated merchandise package from OMAKASE also features a gold-foil hardcover edition of the Kill la Kill manga, another item exclusive to OMAKASE s...

The Making of the Omakase launch box, featuring Kill la Kil

Featuring Kill la Kill has been a privilege and a tremendous excitement for the Omakase team and it’s a great way to kick off something we think will change the face of anime fandom. We hope you’ll enjoy these gifts as much as we enjoyed creating them! ― The Making of the OMAKASE launch box, featuring Kill la Kill Curator's Corner When we began planning for our first full-on OMAKASE experience, we re...

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