Shibuya & Akihabara in Japan are a veritable smorgasbord of anime goodness at every turn. At AsoBitCity in Akihabara, there is no exception to the rule. Robots, action figures, dolls...ah the dolls. How about a 5 foot rendition of your favorite anime heroine?
For $4,900 you can get Rei Ayanami, a lovely girl with short blue hair measuring 158cm. Asuka Langley, a redheaded lass in pigtails is priced at $4,000 and measures 154cm. Both figures feature joints for the elbows, knees, and the neck so that the figures may be posed.
Neon Genesis Evangelion fans, rejoice!
Other models included Chi, a cute little cow-eared character from the anime Chobits, and Ruri from Nadesico.
As if anime couldn't get any more expensive!
Life-Size Anime
Japanese Doll Obsession
Trend Themes
1. Life-size Anime Dolls - Opportunity for the creation of life-size anime dolls that cater to the obsession of anime enthusiasts.
2. Anime Merchandise Market - Growing demand for anime merchandise presents opportunities for businesses to capitalize on this trend by offering a wide range of products.
3. Customizable Anime Collectibles - The trend of customizable anime collectibles allows enthusiasts to personalize their favorite characters, opening up innovation opportunities for companies in the customization industry.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - Toy manufacturers can tap into the market of life-size anime dolls and create high-quality, poseable figures.
2. E-commerce - E-commerce platforms can capitalize on the growing demand for anime merchandise by providing a convenient online marketplace for enthusiasts.
3. 3D Printing - The trend of customizable anime collectibles presents a disruptive opportunity for 3D printing companies to offer personalized figurines with intricate details.