Japanese company MOVIC (株式会社ムービック), a powerhouse in anime and manga merchandise, is notorious for dropping irresistible goods that leave fans' wallets a little lighter.
Their latest move? A thrilling collaboration with the classic JUMP horse racing manga, "Midori no Makibaō" (also known as "Makibaoh"), to celebrate the Year of the Horse! This special plush set features the iconic duo: protagonist Midori Makibaō (affectionately known as Poop-chan) and his loyal companion Chubei. Priced at 9,900 JPY, this must-have collectible is currently available for pre-order on MOVIC's official website.
Created by manga artist Tsunomaru, "Midori no Makibaō" (みどりのマキバオー) captivated readers in the 90s with two popular series serialized in "Weekly Shonen Jump." Its unique take on horse racing quickly garnered a massive following, leading to a successful TV anime adaptation. And get this – 2026 marks the anime's epic 30th anniversary!
The heartwarming story follows Poop-chan, a small horse born with rare fur at the humble Green Ranch. After his mother is taken away, he makes a silent promise to become a magnificent racehorse. Thus begins Poop-chan's inspiring journey to become the strongest racehorse in the world.
To commemorate the anime's 30th anniversary, this special Year of the Horse plush set perfectly captures the spirit of the series. It features Chubei riding triumphantly on Poop-chan's back, with Poop-chan sporting an "Umadōshi" (Year of the Horse) ema around his neck, mirroring the dynamic illustration of him dashing across the racetrack.
The best part? Poop-chan and Chubei are detachable! Poop-chan stands at an impressive 35 cm tall, while Chubei measures a cute 9 cm.
Midori no Makibaō Year of the Horse Plush Set
Price: 9,900 JPY
Release Date: May 29, 2026
via： MOVIC官網