A new Ado prize figure is set for release exclusively at Round1 arcades
A new, arcade-exclusive prize figure of the popular Japanese singer Ado has been announced.
The new figure is part of a collaboration with Round1, one of Japan’s largest and most popular all-in-one entertainment facility chains.
Round1 is a well-known destination across Japan, famous for its massive, multi-story buildings that house a huge variety of activities under one roof.
These complexes typically include bowling alleys, karaoke rooms, and large-scale video arcades, making their crane game (UFO catcher) sections a prime location for exclusive and highly sought-after prizes like this one.
Ado is a massively popular and influential singer who first rose to fame as an “utaite” (a singer who covers songs online) while maintaining her anonymity by being represented by an avatar.
Her fame exploded globally after she provided the singing voice for the character Uta in the record-breaking film One Piece Film: Red, and she has since completed a successful world tour.
This new prize figure is a “~Winter Ver.~” of the singer, based on an original illustration by the artist Orihara, who is known for creating Ado’s official character design.
The pre-painted, 18cm tall figure is being manufactured by Taito and depicts her in a unique, winter-themed outfit.
As a “prize item,” this figure will not be available for direct purchase at retail stores.
It will be an exclusive prize, available only to be won in crane games and other arcade machines at Round1 locations across Japan.
The new “Ado x ROUND1 ~Winter Ver.~” prize figure is scheduled to begin its rollout in Round1 amusement facilities on Friday, the 24th of October.
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