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ReleasesBandai Tamashii Nations S.H.Figuarts Venom (GAMERVERSE) Figure – 13,200 JPY, slated for May 2027

Bandai Tamashii Nations’ S.H.Figuarts line will release the fifth Marvel Gamverse figure, Venom, in May 2027 at a suggested price of ¥13,200. Standing about 18 cm tall, the figure features extensive articulation with multiple joints, includes three interchangeable hands, several tongue, jaw and neck parts, plus a large set of tentacle effect pieces and a dedicated base. Because the Gamverse line still faces regional licensing issues, collectors may need to seek Japanese or overseas pre‑order channels.

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ReleasesGood Smile Company to Release PLAMATEA Mari Illustrious Model in May 2027 for ¥8,700

Good Smile Company announced that the PLAMATEA Mari Illustrious model will be released in May 2027 for ¥8,700. Standing about 175 mm tall, the figure features fully articulated joints, interchangeable wrist parts, three expression accessories, optional glasses lenses, and decals for eye‑line selection, and it can be equipped with the EVA‑08α‑compatible anti‑Gigantes rifle.

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ReleasesTakara Tomy Mall Opens Pre‑Order for New Transformers Wild King Figure

Takara Tomy announced that reservations for the new Transformers Wild King figure will soon open on its official online store, Takara Tomy Mall. The silhouette was revealed on the brand’s official X account, showing a rugged, heroic design reminiscent of Optimus Prime. As a Takara Tomy Mall exclusive, fans can secure the item by pre‑ordering when reservations begin.

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ReleasesGood Smile Company Starts Pre‑Orders for MODEROID Gouzaurra on October 2

Good Smile Company announced that the MODEROID Gouzaurra model kit will open for pre‑orders on October 2. The kit recreates the main robot from the ‘Hot‑Blooded Strongest Gouzaurra’ series by combining three dinosaur mecha—Mach Ptera, Land Stego, and Thunder Brakio—and also features the jet‑mode ‘Zaurajet’.

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ReleasesHasegawa unveils ACE COMBAT 8 F/A-18E Super Hornet “Joker Squadron” model kit, slated for release around November 18 at ¥5,060

Hasegawa has released a completed sample of the 1/72 scale model kit of the F/A-18E Super Hornet “Joker Squadron” from the game ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THE VE, now viewable on its official website. The kit is scheduled for release around November 18 and will be priced at ¥5,060. It features a gray livery and high detail, appealing to aviation model enthusiasts.

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ReleasesGood Smile Company opens reservations for “THE合体 Duke Fire” from the “Yuusha Police J-Decker” series on October 2

Good Smile Company will begin accepting reservations for the transforming toy “THE合体 Duke Fire” on October 2 at 12:00. The figure reproduces the two modes of the “Knight Detective Duke” and “Fire Loader” from the anime “Yuusha Police J‑Decker”, which combine into “Duke Fire”. It can also be merged with the separately sold “THE合体 J‑Decker” to form a “Fire J‑Decker” mode.

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ReleasesGood Smile Company launches Chiikawa Nendoroid figures “Kuri Manju” and “Shisa” for pre‑order

Good Smile Company announced that Max Factory’s Nendoroid figures of the Chiikawa characters “Kuri Manju” and “Shisa” will open for pre‑order on September 28, 2026 at a price of ¥5,800 each. Customers who reserve will receive a speech plate and stand, and the figures feature magnetic joints, multiple facial expressions and accessory parts. The official release is scheduled for May 2027.

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ReleasesBandai's S.H.Figuarts Announces Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Miles Morales -42 Prowler Figure, Set for June 2027

Bandai’s S.H.Figuarts brand unveiled a new figure from the Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse line on September 30, the Miles G. Morales –42 Prowler, priced at ¥9,900 and slated for a June 2027 release. Standing about 16 cm tall, it uses a recolored version of a previous mold, includes two interchangeable claw hands, two heads (one with the iconic smug expression), and a new logo‑stamped base, though some accessories from earlier higher‑priced versions have been omitted.

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ReleasesBandai Tamashii Nations releases S.H.Figuarts Spider‑Man 2099 – 928 Warden of the Multiverse figure, slated for May 2027

Bandai’s Tamashii Nations announced on September 30 the new S.H.Figuarts Spider‑Man 2099 – 928 Warden of the Multiverse figure, priced at ¥9,900 and slated for a May 2027 release. The 18‑cm figure reuses the three‑year‑old sculpt with a darker blue paint scheme, highlighted red accents, and comes with interchangeable hands, a neck piece, infrared web effects and a dedicated base.

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ReleasesNeonmax × LOVECACAO Original Character “Yamiryū‑OVSIDIA” Figure Announced, Priced at ¥34,980, Release in December 2027

Neonmax and artist LOVECACAO’s original character Yamiryū‑OVSIDIA will be released as a figure in December 2027, priced at ¥34,980. Figure Times reported the details, giving collectors an early look at the upcoming product. The announcement includes the standard retail price and confirms the December launch, allowing fans to plan their purchase ahead of the official sale.

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ReleasesNeonmax releases Cassibel figure from Azul Promilia, priced at ¥34,980

Neonmax has announced a Cassibel figure from the Azul Promilia series, priced at ¥34,980. The figure is scheduled for release in December 2027, with JAN code 4560228208238. Collectors can note the official details and consider pre‑ordering through official channels.

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ReleasesGood Smile Company Official Shop Launches Neko Para Sekai Connect Merchandise and B2 Tapestry Pre‑order

Good Smile Company announced that its official shop has started selling official merchandise for the mobile/PC game Neko Para Sekai Connect and is taking pre‑orders for a fully made‑to‑order B2 tapestry. The tapestry can be ordered from 12:00 UTC+9 on September 30, 2026 until 23:59 on October 28, 2026, with shipments expected around December 2026. The game will also introduce a new ★5 cat character, Fig, and a Halloween event beginning on October 5.

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EventsAmiAmi and Gift debut the “Fumofumo Series” plush at Tokyo Big Sight on Oct 4

AmiAmi will debut the new “Fumofumo Series” plush toys at the 13th Hakurei Shrine Autumn Reitaisai in Tokyo Big Sight on Oct 4, 2026. The items will also be sold at AmiAmi’s Akihabara Radio Kaikan store from Oct 4‑11 and online from Oct 5 to Nov 8, with limited stock and bonus original neck strap and postcard. The booth marks the ongoing partnership with Gift, showcasing the new line and distributing the plush guidebook.

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ReleasesGood Smile Company Announces New PLAMATEA Valkyrie Tune Models and Switch Game Release Date

Good Smile Company announced on September 30, 2026 that the Valkyrie Tune Project will receive new PLAMATEA model kits, featuring a maid‑version of Lisa, a swimsuit version of Iris, and a new character Matilda Patricola, with release dates to be announced. The visual novel game “Valkyrie Tune: Mechanical Eye”, originally released on Steam in July 2026, is set for a Nintendo Switch digital launch on November 5, 2026. A Steam sale will run from October 2 to October 9, offering the game at a 30% discount, lowering the price from ¥3,150 to ¥2,205.

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ReleasesAnimester announces 1/7 scale figure “Florence: Enchanting Thistle” from Dolls Frontline 2: Exilium, releasing July 2027 for ¥17,600

Japanese manufacturer Animester will release a 1/7 scale figure of Florence from Dolls Frontline 2: Exilium, titled “Florence: Enchanting Thistle”, in July 2027 for ¥17,600. The figure stands about 204 mm tall, includes a detachable right‑foot shoe, and comes with a limited‑edition acrylic magnet as a first‑run bonus. Its design highlights a china‑dress‑style jacket, twin‑braid hairstyle and expressive facial details.

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ReleasesWonderful Works announces “Sakegiri Ayaha” Concert Version model from 超時空輝耀姬, ¥6,600, slated for April 2027

Japanese model maker Wonderful Works will release a non‑scale painted model of Sakegiri Ayaha from the anime Super Time‑Space Princess (超時空輝耀姬) in a Concert Version, priced at ¥6,600 (tax included) and slated for April 2027. Standing about 170 mm tall, the figure captures detailed hair shading, facial expression and a tiny octopus charm on the keytar, and can be paired with the simultaneously released “Kagayaki” and “Tsukimi Yachiyo” concert models.

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ReleasesWonderful Works Announces ‘Kaguya’ Concert Edition Figure – 6,600 JPY (incl. tax), slated for April 2027

Japanese model maker Wonderful Works has announced a new non‑scale painted figure from the anime ‘Kaguya’ (超時空輝耀姬) – the ‘Concert Edition’ version – priced at 6,600 JPY (tax included) and slated for an April 2027 release. The 170 mm tall figure comes with a dedicated stand and is designed to be displayed alongside the ‘Saeha Sake’ and ‘Tsukimi Yachiyo’ concert edition figures to recreate the stage scene.

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IndustryHobby Japan launches HJ Mechanics 29 magazine on September 30 for ¥2,530

Hobby Japan released the A4-foldable HJ Mechanics 29 magazine on September 30, priced at ¥2,530. The issue features a retrospective of Sunrise’s real-robot anime works by Yoshiyuki Tomino, showcasing models from Bandai Spirits, Good Smile Company and others, with live-action recreations of iconic scenes.

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ReleasesKotobukiya Reissues ‘Shizna Rem Misurugi’ Figure from the Trajectories Series, slated for April 2027

Kotobukiya has announced a re‑release of the ‘Shizna Rem Misurugi’ figure from the Trajectories series, scheduled for April 2027 with a standard price of ¥24,200 (tax included). Pre‑orders are already open on several online retailers such as AmiAmi, viviON BLUE and Hobby Search, allowing fans to secure the figure in advance.

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ReleasesKotobukiya Announces PUNI☆MOFU Tou 2/1 Scale Figure, to Release in May 2027 for ¥22,000

Kotobukiya announced that the PUNI☆MOFU Tou figure will be released in May 2027 at a price of ¥22,000. The 2/1 scale figure features seamless joints, a cloth base, and comes with an exclusive expression swap part when purchased from the Kotobukiya shop. Its right wrist is axis‑movable, allowing it to be paired with the separately sold PUNI☆MOFU Mao for poseable displays.

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ReleasesBandai Announces Revived Super Alloy “Secret Squadron Gorenja” Set for February 2027, Priced at ¥33,000

Bandai revealed at the Tokyo Toy Show 2026 that the revived Super Alloy line will launch the full “Secret Squadron Gorenja” set in February 2027, priced at ¥33,000. The set features all five heroes as die‑cast figures reproduced via 3D scanning, with new rotating wrists, colored weapons and an added enemy figure “Iron Mask General Temjin”, alongside other revived items such as the “Super Alloy Beast King Goliath”.

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ReleasesWAVE to Release HG UV-Curing High‑Viscosity Liquid Putty in October for ¥1,298

Wave Corporation announced that its new HG UV‑curing putty (liquid, high‑viscosity type) will be released in October 2026 at a price of ¥1,298. The material remains soft until exposed to a UV light, allowing slow application for filling small grooves, pinholes, and repairing resin parts, and it can be cut and painted after curing.

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