Figurines

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Take care when playing with figurines, as they contain small parts. (©TYPE-MOON)

Here we will introduce some of the figurines and models made by Kaiyodo, which is known for making miniatures of both real and imagined people and things. The figurines are amazingly well-made and look realistic even when seen up close. There are many different kinds of models and figurines. The detailed, true-to-life figurines are created using sophisticated modeling techniques.

Fantasy Figurines

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Dinosaur and Animal Figurines

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And more

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Have you seen figurines like this around?

Choco Eggs

((C) KAIYODO)

Choco Eggs emerged amid the Japanese culture of "free gifts" in 1999. There's a tiny toy inside an egg-shaped chocolate. The collection of toy figurines with realistic details became very popular.

Making Figurines

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Let's take a look at how the figurines are produced. The process and time it takes to make one varies by type.

(Updated in June 2007)

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