Anime figure collecting has recently seen a surge in popularity with more and more people getting into the hobby. This has led to an increase in the number of companies producing anime figures and a corresponding increase in the variety and volume of figures being produced. The current state of the industry is exciting with new figures being released all the time. In fact, I … [Read more...] about The Current State of Anime Figure Collecting and Predictions for 2023
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10 Awesome Gifts for Anime Figure Collectors that You Can Buy on Amazon
Do you know an anime figure collector? You might be wondering what kind of gifts you can get them. Or maybe you just want something to gift yourself this holiday season. Of course, you can always go the anime figure route which the recipient will always appreciate but you have to act fast if you want to receive it before Christmas comes ringing. Our partners at HobbyLinkJapan … [Read more...] about 10 Awesome Gifts for Anime Figure Collectors that You Can Buy on Amazon
2022 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 12 – Quintuplets, Persona 5, Ryza, Atago, Takao, Pola, Albedo and More
I added a tiny tidbit starting this roundup to answer the question "Should I preorder this?". And again, if you found the information here helpful, I would really appreciate it if you can use my affiliate links when preordering your figures. To Aru Kagaku no Railgun T - Shokuhou Misaki - 1/7 (Kotobukiya) I like the Railgun series but I'm not exactly a diehard fan. … [Read more...] about 2022 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 12 – Quintuplets, Persona 5, Ryza, Atago, Takao, Pola, Albedo and More
Why Use Faux Fur For Your Anime Figure Display?
For anyone who collects anime figures, one of the most important things is making sure that your display looks amazing. And part of having an amazing display is using the right materials – like fur! Using faux fur has so many benefits despite being cheap. It's easily one of the best purchases I made to complement my figure collection. What is Faux Fur? Faux fur is a … [Read more...] about Why Use Faux Fur For Your Anime Figure Display?
2022 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 11 – Azur Lane Madness, Yuuna, Mizuhara, Kurisu, Asuka, Yor, Anya and More
The prices I've been seeing lately have been pretty disappointing. Most new figure preorders are now extremely overpriced and it's becoming really hard to justify anything especially when the price does not reflect the quality and level of detail you are getting. Understandably, there are many reasons why companies increase their prices. Some notable factors could be the weak … [Read more...] about 2022 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 11 – Azur Lane Madness, Yuuna, Mizuhara, Kurisu, Asuka, Yor, Anya and More
Vira Loka – New Anime TCG Game Takes Inspiration from Anime and Asian Mythology
Vira Loka Games is bringing to life a new anime TCG project that will evoke the collector in you. The new card game takes inspiration from anime and Asian mythology. Supporting the project on Patreon means you can become one of the first few who can test the game in their online emulator and also gain access to the manga. The game makes use of augmented reality technology … [Read more...] about Vira Loka – New Anime TCG Game Takes Inspiration from Anime and Asian Mythology
PSA: Keep Your Anime Figures in a Dust-Proof Display to Keep Them from Being Damaged When Cleaning
Believe it or not, it is best practice to not have to clean your anime figure collection. Why? You ask. Every time you bring out your figures to clean them, whether it is some light dusting or some serious cleaning, you risk damaging them. I'm not saying you should not clean your figures when they get dusty. What I'm saying is, it's better if you wouldn't need to clean them … [Read more...] about PSA: Keep Your Anime Figures in a Dust-Proof Display to Keep Them from Being Damaged When Cleaning
2022 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 10 – Quintuplets, Roxy, Prinz Eugen, Azuma, Ryza, Klaudia, Anne and More
My wallet has been taking a huge hit with all these recent preorders coming out. At the same time, however, there are plenty of overpriced figures to watch out for. Kadokawa appears to be earning the ire of some collectors because of excessive price gouging. Again, I'd really appreciate it if you can use my affiliate links when making a purchase. If you can drop a comment after … [Read more...] about 2022 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 10 – Quintuplets, Roxy, Prinz Eugen, Azuma, Ryza, Klaudia, Anne and More
How to Fix a Leaning Anime Figure?
Anime figures come in all shapes and sizes. They come in different poses, some of which may seem to defy gravity. However, sometimes gravity prevails and this can cause some parts to bend. The end result is an anime figure leaning to one side. But fret not, this leaning issue is fixable. What Causes a Figure to Lean? There are a few things that can cause a figure to … [Read more...] about How to Fix a Leaning Anime Figure?
How to Glue a Broken Anime Figure?
If you've been an avid anime figure collector for years now, it is likely that you've had to fix a broken anime figure. If you haven't experienced this yet, then good for you. If you are here for advice on how to glue a broken anime figure, read on ahead. My Klee Figure from APEX Broke A broken anime figure — it's the stuff of nightmares. Maybe you brought out a figure … [Read more...] about How to Glue a Broken Anime Figure?