Japanese gashapon toy manufacturer "State of the Art" (SO-TA / 株式会社SO-TA) has collaborated with talented sculptor Yoshi to launch the third installment of the ultra-high quality "Tsumugibako ~Chapter 3~" articulated gashapon series. Featuring a total of 6 types, each capsule is priced at 500 JPY, and is scheduled to launch in September 2023! Additionally, a blind box version will also be released simultaneously.
The "Tsumugibako" series, created by sculptor Yoshi, not only features unique and exquisite character designs but also incorporates a complete, independent original worldview. Set in the ancient capital (Miyako) where humans reside, and the 'Garden of Sin' (Hakoniwa) where otherworldly beings live, it introduces 13 protectors, including the "Saiman" who exist to maintain order, and the "Buton" who are free of sin, all tasked with safeguarding their charges. They cycle through sacrificing their lives and purifying the sins of souls, maintaining the balance between these two strange lands. However, a sudden anomaly has caused the original cycle to collapse, leading towards destruction...
▼Exceptional "Tsumugibako" Worldview Introduction Animation Video
The "SO-TA Tsumugibako ~Chapter 3~" articulated gashapon series is fully supervised by sculptor Yoshi, faithfully reproducing grotesque details and aesthetic beauty, fully unleashing the characters' charm! This installment features three types: Chaos Fang [Black Saiman], the armed Cursed Blade [Kuroga], and The Last Vessel [Stora], each available in two color variations: Color ver. and Line Ink ver. Further expanding the worldview of Tsumugibako!
The exceptional Chaos Fang [Black Saiman] stands an impressive 18 cm tall! Utilizing a drawer-type articulation structure and double joints, it significantly increases the range of motion, allowing for a wide variety of poses. Furthermore, it can be posed with its armaments, completely breaking through gashapon collection standards, with an overwhelming presence!
Tsumugibako ~Chapter 3~
Total 6 types
Reference Price: 500 JPY/capsule, 660 JPY/box (tax included)
Scheduled Release Date: September 2023
Additionally, the blind box version of "Tsumugibako ~Chapter 3~" not only includes a differently colored body for the Line Ink ver., but also comes with a charm resembling a mop. Pre-ordering on the SO-TA official website also includes luxurious bonuses such as an A5 mini-book and a Color ver. Buton with a missing leg!
via： so-ta