Johnny, Gyro and Diego Figures Revealed for Bandai’s New JJBA: Steel Ball Run Ichiban Kuji
Bandai Spirits has announced a new lottery campaign centered around the seventh arc of the JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure franchise.
The “Ichiban Kuji JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure STEEL BALL RUN” collection brings the racers of the trans-continental marathon to the high-grade MASTERLISE figure line.
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure is a multi-generational saga created by Hirohiko Araki, with Steel Ball Run serving as a reboot of sorts set in 1890s North America.
This story follows a former jockey and an executioner who participate in a high-stakes horse race from San Diego to New York City.
The MASTERLISE brand is renowned for its focus on intricate sculpting and commanding size, making it a favorite among figure collectors.
The lineup for this release focuses on the “1st STAGE” of the race, featuring the protagonists and their rivals in accurate detail.
Johnny Joestar is depicted in his signature outfit featuring star-spangled motifs, while his partner Gyro wears his iconic purple coat and hat.
A unique addition to this set is the inclusion of a horse as a standalone prize, allowing fans to pair the jockey with his mount.
Let’s take a look at the full prize lineup!
- A Prize: Johnny Joestar MASTERLISE
The protagonist is sculpted in his race attire and stands at approximately 13cm in height.
- B Prize: Gyro Zeppeli MASTERLISE
Johnny’s partner and mentor figure stands at approximately 25cm in height.
- C Prize: Slow Dancer MASTERLISE
Johnny’s horse is included as a separate figure, standing at approximately 25cm in height to match the scale of the riders.
- D Prize: Lucy Steel MASTERLISE (Images Yet To Be Revealed)
A key character in the political intrigue of the race will also be part of the figure lineup.
- E Prize: Stephen Steel Accessory Case (Images Yet To Be Revealed)
The promoter of the Steel Ball Run race will be represented as a practical storage item.
- Last One Prize: Diego Brando MASTERLISE
The British jockey and fierce rival to the protagonists stands at approximately 25cm in height.
There are additional prizes ranging from F to J which have yet to be revealed in detail.
Tickets are priced at 850 yen (approx. $6 USD / £4.50 GBP) per pull and sales are scheduled to begin in Japan on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
Specific retailers and participating store locations will be announced at a later date.
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