Bandai has officially launched its new Ouran High School Host Club 20th anniversary Ichiban Kuji, offering fans the chance to win a range of figures, artwork and collectibles inspired by some of the series’ most memorable moments.
Good Smile Company has confirmed that an unauthorized third party accessed and viewed customer information held by its global online store, prompting the Japanese figure manufacturer to shut down the website while it investigates the security breach.
The Apothecary Diaries is getting a major new official merchandise collection, with Bandai finally revealing the complete prize lineup for an Ichiban Kuji lottery based on the series' first theatrical movie.
Bandai has fully revealed its premium Infinite Justice Gundam figure from Gundam SEED FREEDOM ZERO, confirming its complete accessory lineup and the official opening date for pre-orders.
Bandai is bringing back an exclusive gold-plated Master Grade Gunpla kit based on Gundam's Hyaku Shiki Kai, giving collectors another opportunity to obtain the upgraded Mobile Suit.
Prime 1 Studio has fully unveiled its enormous life-size statue of Marin Kitagawa from My Dress-Up Darling, confirming its full details ahead of the impending start of pre-orders.
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Bandai has fully revealed an exclusive silver-colored MGSD Gunpla kit based on Gundam SEED's Freedom Gundam, with pre-orders now open for the limited-edition release.
Bandai has fully revealed the prizes for a new official Street Fighter prize lottery, featuring a collection of premium character figures and nostalgic merchandise inspired by some of the fighting game franchise's most memorable moments.