Collectibles manufacturing company Funko has released a new exclusive anime-themed collectible featuring Kagaya from the popular anime series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba. This anime series is an adaptation of the Koyoharu Gotouge Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba manga, which follows the story of Tanjiro Kamado. The character strives to become a Demon Slayer after his family was killed and his younger sister, Nezuko, transformed into a demon.
The collectible presents Kagaya, the head of the Ubuyashiki family, who leads the Demon Slayer Corps as their 97th leader. The collectible features Kagaya in a similar display to the anime series but in a Funko Pop appearance. Fans of the anime series can recognize Kagaya’s facial scars and signature kimono look on the collectible. Additionally, the pet crow accompanying Kagaya in the anime series appears on his right hand. As for the material, the collectible is made of vinyl and stands approximately at 4.44 inches tall. The limited edition collectible is available for preorder at $13.99.
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