{"id":4969,"date":"2016-05-23T09:47:08","date_gmt":"2016-05-23T00:47:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/?p=4969"},"modified":"2019-07-02T18:39:21","modified_gmt":"2019-07-02T09:39:21","slug":"anime-figures-2016-9-hot-summer-releases-for-your-cool-collection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/anime\/anime-figures-2016-9-hot-summer-releases-for-your-cool-collection.html","title":{"rendered":"Anime Figures 2016: 9 Hot Summer Releases for Your Cool Collection"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Summer is finally here, and it\u2019s packed with enough new figure releases to make 2016 totally unforgettable. This July through August, snatch up the characters from all your favorite fall and winter anime series and relive the best otaku moments of 2015 while you eagerly wait for second seasons, OVAs, Blu-ray releases, spin-offs, and more. Here are our 9 picks for the best summer 2016 anime figures that you should add to your shopping cart ASAP!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Vulcanlog 012 \u2013 Yu-Gi-Oh! Revo:\u00a0Seto Kaiba (July)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4971 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Vulcanlog-012-\u2013-Yu-Gi-Oh-Revo-Seto-Kaiba-July.jpg\" alt=\"Vulcanlog 012 \u2013 Yu-Gi-Oh! Revo: Seto Kaiba\" width=\"824\" height=\"355\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Prepare your finest dueling deck\u2014Seto Kaiba means serious business! With every stud and buckle carefully detailed, Yugi\u2019s archrival looks as though he\u2019s stepped straight out of <em>The Dark Side of Dimensions<\/em> anime movie. Optional faces, hands, and cards allow you to pose him however you like, but his confident silhouette is sure to make him look powerful from any angle. Pose him alongside the complementary visual stand and miniature movie poster to complete his look.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>DXF \u2013 One-Punch Man:\u00a0Saitama (July)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4977 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/DXF-\u2013-One-Punch-Man-Saitama-July.jpg\" alt=\"DXF \u2013 One-Punch Man: Saitama\" width=\"824\" height=\"355\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/anime\/spring-anime-figures-2016-new-year-fun-figures.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chibi-fied Nendoroid Saitama<\/a><\/strong><\/span> doesn\u2019t inspire your heroic fantasies, then this realistic DXF figure will one-punch your expectations out of sight! With his cape flying fearlessly behind him, Saitama poises for a victory punch while wearing a serious glare sure to strike fear into the hearts of super villains who cross his path.<\/p>\n<p>While the official launch date for this figure is in October, pre-sales will be launched in select locations this summer. Keep an eye on FROM JAPAN\u2019s\u00a0<em>One-Punch Man<\/em>\u00a0auctions for a chance to score this collectible before its wider release.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Kantai Collection\u00a0\u2013 Armor Girls Project: KanColle Bismarck drei (August)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4978 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Bandai-\u2013-Armor-Girls-Project-Kan-Colle-Bismarck-drei-Kantai-Collection-August.jpg\" alt=\"Kantai Collection \u2013 Armor Girls Project: KanColle Bismarck drei\" width=\"824\" height=\"355\" \/><\/p>\n<p>From the popular <em>KanColle<\/em> series comes Bismarck drei\u2014the German warship, complete with all her battle gear! As beautiful as she is dangerous, Bismarck drei elegantly sails into battle, perched on her warship or carrying her canons on her shoulders. Not every mission goes as planned, though, and thanks to Bandai\u2019s attention to detail, <em>KanColle<\/em> fans can also pose Bismarck drei defeated with her canons damaged. Germany\u2019s finest warship is expected to weigh anchor this August, so chart your course to find her before she\u2019s lost at sea!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Nendoroid \u2013 Osomatsu-san: Osomatsu Matsuno (August)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4973 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Nendoroid-Osomatsu-san-Osomatsu-Matsuno-August.jpg\" alt=\"Nendoroid \u2013 Osomatsu-san: Osomatsu Matsuno\" width=\"824\" height=\"355\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If <em>Osomatsu-san<\/em> was one of your favorite winter 2015 anime series, then prepare for a figurine family reunion! Nendoroid has announced an entire line dedicated to the Osomatsu sextuplets, starting with the release of the oldest brother, Matsuno, in August. The oden-and-beer-loving brother comes with his favorite food and beverage. Make him appear optimistically carefree or playfully drunk, or create an all new expression using an additional blank face and stickers.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Figuarts ZERO \u2013 ONE PIECE FILM GOLD Ver.: Monkey D. Luffy and Chopper (August)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4976 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Figuarts-ZERO-\u2013-Monkey-D.-Luffy-and-Chopper-ONE-PIECE-FILM-GOLD-Ver.-August.jpg\" alt=\"Figuarts ZERO \u2013 ONE PIECE FILM GOLD Ver.: Monkey D. Luffy and Chopper \" width=\"824\" height=\"355\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s the perfect summer to be a pirate, because the new <em>One Piece Film Gold<\/em> is coming out this July! But if you can\u2019t wait that long to set sail with Luffy and the gang, pre-ordering these\u00a0new Figuarts ZERO figures can help pass the time. Based on their designs in the 13th <em>One Piece<\/em> film, Luffy and Chopper are decked out in black leather and ready for action. From the wrinkles in his pants to the cord of his iconic straw hat, Luffy\u2019s level of detail is worthy to stand alongside your most professional collectibles. They arrive at harbor this August, just one month after the release of the new film.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Nendoroid \u2013 Touken Ranbu Online: Hotarumaru (August)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4972 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Nendoroid-\u2013-Touken-Ranbu-Online-Hotarumaru-August.jpg\" alt=\"Nendoroid \u2013 Touken Ranbu Online: Hotarumaru\" width=\"824\" height=\"355\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Keep your swords sharp and your figurine collection sharper! If you\u2019ve been collecting Nendoroid\u2019s long list of <em>Touken Ranbu Online<\/em> characters, then don\u2019t miss out on Hotarumaru\u2014the little warrior with a big blade. Have him carry his sword on his back, or wield it readily in his hand. His hat is removable and comes in two sizes\u2014one for wearing and one for holding in his hands whenever you embarrass him. Sweet or serious, you can pose him however you like\u2026 just be sure not to pet him too much! Add him to your army this August.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Good Smile Company \u2013 Touken Ranbu Online: Mikazuki Munechika 1\/8 (August)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4975 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Good-Smile-Company-\u2013-Touken-Ranbu-Online-Mikazuki-Munechika-18-August.jpg\" alt=\"Good Smile Company \u2013 Touken Ranbu Online: Mikazuki Munechika 1\/8\" width=\"824\" height=\"355\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Mikazuki Munechika\u2019s title, \u201cmost beautiful of the Five Great Swords,\u201d isn\u2019t just for show, and this figure proves it. At a detailed 1\/8-scale, every tassel and knot is visible, and even the pattern on his dark blue kimono looks woven with thread. A beautiful gradient and azure sheen ensures that he\u2019s stunning from any angle. Don\u2019t miss this chance to grace your collection with his presence, and be on the lookout for other humanized \u201cswords\u201d in Good Smile\u2019s <em>Touken Ranbu Online<\/em> series.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Nendoroid Co-de \u2013 SEGA feat. HATSUNE MIKU Project: Miku Hatsune Raspberryism Co-de (August)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4970 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Nendoroid-Co-de-SEGA-feat.-HATSUNE-MIKU-Project-Miku-Hatsune-Raspberryism-Co-de-August.jpg\" alt=\"Nendoroid Co-de \u2013 SEGA feat. HATSUNE MIKU Project: Miku Hatsune Raspberryism Co-de\" width=\"920\" height=\"355\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It just isn\u2019t summer without a little \u201cRaspberryism\u201d Miku! Bursting with energy, her smile is sure to brighten your day. Her unique design includes raspberry-dyed hair, a two-piece <em>Project DIVA X<\/em> outfit, and berry-shaped earrings. Definitely unlike any Miku we\u2019ve ever seen before, she\u2019s a must-have for your growing collection. Purchase her this August to mark the end of a \u201cberry\u201d wonderful summer!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Good Smile Company \u2013 Saber Alter: huke 1\/7 Figure (August)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5012 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/saber-alter.jpg\" alt=\"Good Smile Company \u2013 Saber Alter: huke 1\/7 Figure\" width=\"1208\" height=\"547\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The top-ranked servant transforms into her dark alter form in this beautiful collaboration between Good Smile Company and illustrator huke. Saber\u2019s pale skin and golden eyes emphasize her black armor and deep despair. Wielding her red-tinted Excalibur and draped in chains and spikes, Saber Alter may be the most detailed sculpture ever created for the <em>Fate\/Stay Night<\/em> series. She comes in a towering 1\/7-scale, and is accompanied by a bonus print of the original artwork by huke. Put her on pre-order in anticipation of the first <em>Heaven\u2019s Feel<\/em> OVA debuting in 2017!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Cool Off Your Summer with These Hot Summer 2016 Anime Figures<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>These are just a few of summer 2016\u2019s most popular releases! If you like what you see, be sure to put\u00a0them on pre-order before they\u2019re snatched away by other collectors. Whether you\u2019re looking to purchase the figures on this list, or searching for a hard-to-find addition for\u00a0your otaku collection, you can shop FROM JAPAN for the best of Japan&#8217;s\u00a0anime figures!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Don&#8217;t forget to check out our picks for <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/anime\/spring-anime-figures-2016-new-year-fun-figures.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2016&#8217;s best spring anime figures!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/anime\/spring-anime-figures-2016-new-year-fun-figures.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4346\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fromjapan.co.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/spring_figure.jpg\" alt=\"SPRING ANIME FIGURES\" width=\"350\" height=\"175\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer is finally here, and it\u2019s packed with enough new figure releases to make 2016 totally unforgettable. This July through August, snatch up the characters from all your favorite fall and winter anime series and relive the best otaku moments of 2015 while you eagerly wait for second seasons, OVAs, Blu-ray releases, spin-offs, and more. 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