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Beginning in 2016, “Tokusatsu DNA” has served as a traveling exhibit showcasing real costumes and props featured in the kaiju films we all know and love. It is a must-see for anybody visiting Japan; the organization is doing tremendous work preserving many of the kaiju suits that are still around to this day. Also available in these exhibits are special edition figures and statuettes, sculpted by renowned artists and modelers. Some of these figures are now available to fans overseas due to Tokusatsu DNA’s partnership with the proxy service Buyee – including the latest one, “Ultraman C-Type”. This is the second figure in their ADK Emotions “Figure Project”.
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This figure was sculpted by the legendary Takashi Kinoshita, best known for providing realism to the body structure of Ultraman whenever he sculpts the titular hero. He states, “This time, the focus for Ultraman is on the image in the movie, not on still photographs, so the upper body is slightly tilted forward so that the tip of the beam of light he is holding is a low target a little distance away. This makes him look hunched when viewed from the side, and I think the back is closer to the image of Ultraman. Also, although the C-type has a lot of padding on the upper body and is muscular, sometimes when you look at the abdomen area from the side, you can see Furuya’s slim figure, so I sculpted it to convey that feeling.”
Priced at a tax-included 79,800 yen ($553.12 USD), this one of a kind item is available for pre-order in Japan and overseas until September 27. Customers who purchase this product will receive a special bonus “Ultraman Appearance Cut Pin Badge” exclusive to the Tokusatsu DNA Store. If you are unsure about how to purchase this item internationally, fear not! There will be an easy step-by-step guide upon landing on the product listing page.
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Interestingly, the page also includes a special interview with Bin Furuya, best known as the suit actor for the original Ultraman that this figure is based on. The talk between Furuya-san and sculptor Kinoshita-san ranges from talking about getting the right pose down to general episode discussion. Unfortunately, the interview is not subtitled for international viewers. However, in the announcement for this figure, he remarked that it is “more authentic than the real thing.”
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PRODUCT DETAILS
Product name: TOKUSATSU-DNA Store ProductT ULTRAMAN (C type) by TAKASHI
KINOSHITA
Price: 79,800 yen (tax included)
Reservation period: Thursday, August 1st 18:00 – Friday, September 27th, 2024 17:59 JST
Delivery: Scheduled for late December 2024
Size: Total Height approx. 30 cm (Body)
Material: Resin Cast (Body)
Gimmicks: Yes (Eye / Color Timer LED)
Accessories: Dedicated Pedestal (Made of Polystone)
Country of Origin: China
Target age: 15+ years old
This item can be purchased at the TOKUSATSU-DNA Store.
TOKUSATSU-DNA Store (https://c-type.tokusatsu-dna.com/)
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ABOUT TOKUSATSU DNA
Since its debut in 2016, this groundbreaking Tokusatsu exhibition has captivated over 200,000
dedicated fans. Showcasing an unmatched collection of suits, props, miniatures, and other authentic
items used in actual filming, the exhibition has become a must-see for Tokusatsu enthusiasts. Efforts
to uncover, collect, and restore even more materials have further enriched the exhibition as it
continues its tour across Japan
ABOUT SCULPTOR TAKASHI KINOSHITA
Born in 1964, Kinoshita is a member of STUDIO Ren, renowned for his exceptional ability to bring
characters like ULTRAMAN to life through his detailed figure work. With 36 years of experience
in the field, he has remained at the forefront of figure modeling since 1988. His expertise spans a
wide range of genres, from iconic characters like ULTRAMAN to Buddha statues, insects, and
dinosaurs. Among his works, his realistic representations of ULTRAMAN are particularly
celebrated. His technique is built on a deep understanding of anatomy, extensive research, and a
vivid imagination, allowing him to create figures that transcend simple models to become true
works of art. His unrivaled realism and precision captivate all who view his creations.
