Apparel and Jewelry
This Week in Tokusatsu Merchandise 8/31/20 -9/4/20
This week’s tokusatsu merchandise roundup features Kamen Rider Zero-One Is-inspired “Ribbon” ring, necklace, and bracelet; Kamen Rider Zero-One A.I.M.S. necklace and tie pin; SO-DO CHRONICLE Kamen Rider Kuuga N-Daguva-Zeba [Premium Bandai Limited] figure; Kamen Rider Kuuga Arcle, Ultimate Arcle, Kamen Rider Decade, and Kamen Rider OOO Live Action Watches; Kamen Rider 555 silver925 necklace (Inui model); Kamen Rider OOO 10th Anniversary logo t-shirt; Kamen Rider Amazons Sumi-e style t-shirt; Mashin Sentai Kiramager chibi-style t-shirts and canvas pouches; Ultraman Zero 10th Anniversary necklaces and PIICA + clear pass cases; and Ultraman Z wrist watch (STORAGE model).
First is the Kamen Rider Zero-One Is-inspired “Ribbon” ring, necklace, and bracelet. Each features Is’ iconic black and teal ribbon she wears in the TV series. All are made of brass plating, paint, and Swarovski crystals.
The ring comes in sizes: No. 10, No. 11, No. 12, No. 13, No. 14, No. 15, No. 16, and No. 17.
The necklace pendant measures a height of about 10.3 mm and width of about 13 mm with the total length of the necklace measuring 50 cm (including 5 cm for the adjuster).
The bracelet “Ribbon” charm measures a height of about 10.3 mm and width of about 13 mm. The total length of the bracelet measures 18 cm (including 3 cm for the adjuster).
The Is-inspired “Ribbon” ring from Kamen Rider Zero-One will go for 6,600 Yen (tax included) while the necklace and bracelet will go for 5,500 Yen (tax included) each. All are scheduled for shipment in November 2020. Preorders are being accepted starting August 31, 2020, at 10:00 JST.
Following is the Kamen Rider Zero-One A.I.M.S. SQUAD necklace and tie pin. Both items feature the A.I.M.S. infamous crest from the TV series. The shield crest has a skull with a lightning bolt across one of the eyes and the words “A.I.M.S. SQUAD” below it.
The necklace pendant measures a height of about 25 mm x width of about 18.5 mm. The chain measures a total length of 50 cm (including 5cm for the adjuster). The pendant is made of silver925 (smoked finish) and the chain is made of iron plating.
The tie pin measures a height of about 14.5 mm x width of about 50 mm. It is made of brass plating, and alloy plating/coating.
The Kamen Rider Zero-One A.I.M.S. SQUAD necklace from Kamen Rider Zero-One will go for 11,000 Yen (tax included) and the tie pin will go for 3,960 Yen (tax included). Both are scheduled for shipment in November 2020. Preorders are being accepted starting August 31, 2020, at 10:00 JST.
Going back to the Heisei era, we have the SO-DO CHRONICLE Kamen Rider Kuuga N-Daguva-Zeba [Premium Bandai Limited] figure. N-Daguva-Zeba is the stag beetle-like lord of the Gurongi and main antagonist of Kamen Rider Kuuga. He was given the codenames Unidentified Life Form #0 as his Intermediate Form and Unidentified Life Form B13 as his human form. The figure is made of ABS/PVC and measures a height of approx. 110 mm x width of approx. 50 mm. The set also comes with a piece of soda flavored gum.
The SO-DO CHRONICLE Kamen Rider Kuuga N-Daguva-Zeba [Premium Bandai Limited] figure from Kamen Rider Kuuga will go for 2,420 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in January 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting August 31, 2020, at 13:00 JST.
Premium Bandai is also releasing the Kamen Rider Kuuga Arcle and Ultimate Arcle Live Action Watches. Both are a bangle type wristwatch to bring it closer to the image of the transformation belts. They are a specially designed model in which the Linto characters are engraved on the body with a solid matte finish, and each foam button/pattern is carefully colored and color-plated. By making them closer to the original shape of the belt, both easy to wear around the arm while having volume.
Tilt the watch to rotate the rotating disk, and both are watches that adults can enjoy, like wearing the Arcle on their arm. The rotating part is not electric. Both watches have a belt adaptation size measuring from 13 cm-22cm. Both also have a case made of alloy as well as the belt, crown, case back, and buckle made of stainless steel. The dial and hands are made of brass. The windshield is made of mineral glass. The machine used for both is the MIYOTA203A (Made in Japan).
The Kamen Rider Kuuga Arcle Live Action Watch features the Sonic Wave Transformation Belt Arcle which is Kuuga’s iconic transformation belt. It is an ancient belt created by the Linto Tribe and used by the original Kuuga, Riku. The watch body measures 54 mm × 32 mm with a belt width of 12 mm.
The Kamen Rider Kuuga Ultimate Arcle Live Action Watch features the Sonic Wave Transformation Belt Ultimate Arcle which Kuuga uses to transform into his Amazing Mighty and Ultimate forms. The watch body measures 54 mm x 35.5 mm with a belt width of 12 mm.
The Kamen Rider Kuuga Arcle and Ultimate Arcle Live Action Watches from Kamen Rider Kuuga will both go for 29,700 Yen (tax included) each and are scheduled for shipment in February 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting today.
Following the Kamen Rider Kuuga Arcle and Ultimate Arcle Live Action Watches, Premium Bandai is releasing the Kamen Rider Decade Live Action Watch. This watch features Kamen Rider Decade’s Transformation Belt Decadriver which is a belt that gives Tsukasa Kadoya the ability to become Kamen Rider Decade, based around the Rider Cards. When you press the button on the side, the pink LED that imitates the transformation will light up. The same Kamen Rider symbols as the transformation belt is printed and the green transparent parts are used at 9 o’clock. Since it approximates the original shape of the belt, it feels heavy as a wristwatch. This volume-rich wristwatch has a strong presence and is designed for adults to enjoy. Since it is heavier than a normal watch, please handle it with care when wearing it. The case is made of alloy while the crown, back cover, buckle are made of stainless steel. The dial and needles are made of brass. The windshield is made of mineral glass and the belt is made of cowhide (lining synthetic leather). The machine used is the MIYOTA 2035 (Made in Japan). The watch body measures approx. 76 mm x 45 mm with the band width measuring 20 mm and the band adaptation size measuring from 15.5 cm ~ 20.5 cm. It is waterproof (3 atm).
The Kamen Rider Decade Live Action Watch from Kamen Rider Decade will go for 29,700 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in October 2020. Preorders are being accepted starting today.
Moving into the Neo-Heisei era, Premium Bandai is releasing the Kamen Rider OOO Live Action Watch. This watch features the Transformation Belt OOO Driver which is a belt that gives Eiji Hino the ability to become Kamen Rider OOO and originally the seal that kept the Greed in their 800-year slumber. To transform into OOO, Eiji inserts three Core Medals into the O Slater, turns the O Slater on the Force Drive, scans the Core Medals with the O Scanner, and then holds the O Scanner up to his chest. Five types of colored glass reflecting the image of the core medal (Hawk / Tiger / Grasshopper / Peacock / Condor) are attached and you can switch between the TaToBa Combo and TaJaDor Combo according to the mood of the day. Each watch part uses its own movement, so you can know the time at three points at the same time. Since it is close to the original shape, it has a heavy feeling as a wristwatch. This volume-rich wristwatch has a strong presence and is designed for adults to enjoy. The color glass is removable so when installing it to prevent it from falling, make sure it is firmly fitted into the draft shield. The case is made of alloy while the crown, case back, buckle are made of stainless steel. The dial and needle are made of brass. The windshield is made of mineral glass and the belt is made of cowhide (synthetic leather lining). The machine used is the MIYOTA 2035 (Made in Japan). The watch body measures approx. 67 mm x 88 mm and the band width measures 24 mm. The band applicable size measures from 13.5 cm-19.5 cm. It is waterproof (3 bar).
The Kamen Rider OOO Live Action Watch from Kamen Rider OOO will go for 29,700 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in October 2020. Preorders are being accepted starting September 4, 2020, at 10:00.
Apart from the Live Action Watches, a Kamen Rider 555 silver925 necklace (Inui model) is being released. This necklace features a replica of the one that Takumi Inui/Kamen Rider Faiz wears in the TV series. It is made of silver925. The pendant measures a height of approx. 25 mm X width of approx. 16 mm. The chain measures approx. 50 cm.
The Kamen Rider 555 silver925 necklace (Inui model) from Kamen Rider 555 will go for 16,500 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in December 2020. Preorders are being accepted today.
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of Kamen Rider OOO, Premium Bandai is releasing a Kamen Rider OOO 10th Anniversary logo t-shirt. The shirt features the 10th anniversary logo with the “0” being the Taka Medal and the “th” being an OOO Driver medal slot. Under it is the Kamen Rider OOO show logo. A red feather hovers over the “10th” to represent Ankh. The shirt is made of 100% cotton and comes in sizes: M (US S), L (US M), XL (US L), and XXL (US XL).
The Kamen Rider OOO 10th Anniversary logo t-shirt from Kamen Rider OOO will go for 3,300 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in October 2020. Preorders are being accepted today.
Lastly from the Kamen Rider category is the Kamen Rider Amazons Sumi-e style t-shirt. The t-shirt features Kamen Rider Amazon Alfa and a sumi-e style Kanji design. Based on the rough ink painting-like color graphics, the wildness of the Amazon Rider is expressed wildly with four color separations. A silhouette is also placed on the back hem to make it shine from the front and back. It is an adult work that combines movement and stillness into one piece. Two colors are available: black and white. The shirt is made of 100% cotton and comes in sizes: M (US S), L (US M), and XL (US L).
The Kamen Rider Amazons Sumi-e style t-shirt from Kamen Rider Amazons will go for 4,180 Yen (tax included). Preorders are being accepted today.
Switching to the Super Sentai series, we have the Mashin Sentai Kiramager chibi-style t-shirts. The t-shirts feature each Kiramager illustrated in a chibi-style with their civilian forms next to their suit forms. The words “MASHIN SENTAI KIRAMAGER” is printed around them in their respective color. Available designs include: Juru/KiramaiRed, Tatetomo/KiramaiYellow, Sena/KiramaiGreen, Shiguru/KiramaiBlue, Sayo/KiramaiPink, and Takamichi/KiramaiSilver. The shirts are also available in black and white. Each shirt is made of 100% cotton and comes in sizes: S (US XS), M (US S), L (US M), and XL (US L).
The Mashin Sentai Kiramager chibi-style t-shirts from Mashin Sentai Kiramager will go for 3,300 Yen (tax included) each and is scheduled for shipment in October 2020. Preorders are being accepted until September 22, 2020, at 22:00 JST.
To follow the chibi-style t-shirts, Premium Bandai is releasing Mashin Sentai Kiramager canvas pouches. Each pouch features the words “MASHIN SENTAI KIRAMAGER” and the Kiramager/CARAT symbol in each of the six Kiramager colors: Red, Yellow, Green, Blue, Pink, and Silver. The pouches are made of cotton with the zipper puller made of synthetic leather. Each measures 16.5 cm vertically x 21 cm horizontally.
The Mashin Sentai Kiramager canvas pouches from Mashin Sentai Kiramager will go for 3,850 Yen (tax included) each and is scheduled for shipment in October 2020. Preorders are being accepted until October 4, 2020, at 23:00 JST.
Moving on to the Ultra Series, we have the Ultraman Zero 10th Anniversary necklaces. This exclusive line is released by U-Treasure and features Ultraman Zero, Ultraman Belial, and Ultraseven’s Eye Rugger weapon.
The first in the collection is the Ultraman Zero “Profile” silver necklace. The necklace features a profile design of Ultraman Zero, the Ultra Warrior of the Land of Light, whose father is Ultra Seven. Ultraman Zero is facing right. It is accented with natural stones that resemble a color timer. It is made of silver 925 (without rhodium coating). The chain measures a length of 50 cm (the adzuki beans measures a width of approx. 1.8 mm with the adjuster ring). The blue treat diamond measures 0.03 ct x 1.
The next item in the collection is the Ultraman Belial “Profile” silver necklace. The necklace features a profile design of Ultraman Belialan, an evil Ultraman from the Land of Light, who is best known as Ultraman Zero’s arch enemy and the father of Ultraman Geed. The pendant carries his mysterious charm such as the charisma of evil, overwhelming strength, and human-like behavior. Ultraman Belial is facing left. It is also accented with natural stones that resemble a color timer and is made of silver925 (without rhodium coating). The chain measures a length of 50 cm (adzuki beans measuring a width of approx. 1.8 mm with adjuster ring). The pendant measures approx. 19.4 mm in height (excluding Vatican) x approx. 11.5 mm in width x approx. 1.45 mm max. The amethyst measures a diameter of 2.0 mm x 1.
The Ultraman Zero “Profile” silver necklace and the Ultraman Belial “Profile” silver necklace will both go for 16,500 Yen (tax included).
Following the “Profile” silver necklaces, we have the Ultraman Zero “Zero Twin Sword” silver necklace. The necklace features Ultraman Zero’s iconic weapon that’s formed when the Zero Sluggers turn into a crescent-shaped blade using the Plasma Spark’s energy. This can be thrown like a giant boomerang. After energizing the Zero Twin Sword, a slashing attack called the “Plasma Spark Slash” can be performed. It is made of silver925 (without rhodium coating). The chain measures a length of 50 cm (with adzuki beans measuring a width of about 1.8 mm adjuster ring). The pendant measures about 9.4 mm in height (including half ring) x width of about 30.65 mm x maximum thickness of about 2.3 mm. The blue topaz (round cabochon cut) measures a diameter of 2.5 mm x 1.
The fourth item is the Ultraman Belial “Giga Battle Nizer” silver necklace. The Giga Battle Nizer is a giant polearm version of the Battle Nizer and is more powerful than a regular Battle Nizer. It can revive an army of hundred monsters and features a series of unique adaptations and powers that enable its use as a weapon in addition to its purpose in controlling monsters. It is Ultraman Belial’s signature weapon. The necklace is made of silver925 (without rhodium coating). The chain measures a length of 50 cm (adzuki beans measuring a width of approx. 1.8 mm with adjuster ring). The pendant measures approx. 35.0 mm length (including vatican) x 4.55 mm width x approx. 3.7 mm max. The amethyst (round cabochon cut) measures a diameter of 2.5 mm x 1.
The Ultraman Zero “Zero Twin Sword” silver necklace and the Ultraman Belial “Giga Battle Nizer” silver necklace will both go for 15,400 Yen (tax included).
The last item in the collection is the Ultraseven’s “Eye Slugger” silver necklace. The Eye Slugger is Ultraseven’s signature space boomerang weapon. It comes from the crest on Ultraseven’s head by detaching it and using it as a projectile weapon. It is not only Ultraseven’s most well-known weapon, but possibly one of the most iconic and inspiring items to come from the Ultra Series. It is a symbol of justice and strength. The necklace is made of silver925 (without rhodium coating). The chain length measures 50 cm (adzuki beans measuring width of approx. 1.8 mm with adjuster ring). The pendant measures approx. 27.0 mm in height (excluding vatican) x approx. 8.4 mm in width x approx. 2.05 mm in thickness.
The Ultraseven “Eye Slugger” silver necklace will go for 13,200 Yen (tax included).
All are scheduled for shipment in December 2020. Preorders for all are being accepted starting September 3, 2020, at 12:00 JST until September 18, 2020, at 23:59 JST.
Continuing with the Ultraman Zero 10th anniversary celebration, we have the Ultraman Zero PIICA + Clear Pass Cases. This is the first collaboration between Ultraman Zero and PIICA. Each card catches radio waves and shines when you hold it over your IC card. There’s built-in LED in each card so no batteries are required. The PIICA main body has a luxurious design that lets the color timers when lit up. Cards available include: Ultraman Zero, Ultimate Zero, Shining Ultraman Zero, Luna Miracle Zero, Strong Corona Zero, and Ultraman Zero Beyond. One of the six kinds available will be delivered at random.
This “PIICA (R) Pika (R)” emits light when it is held over a non-contact type IC card reader. It can be used with transportation IC cards (automatic ticket gates), electronic money IC cards (electronic money payment machines such as convenience stores and vending machines), and ID cards (ID check machines). The method of light emission may vary depending on the machine.
Please read the following notes before use:
- Be sure to insert only the electronic money IC card into the machine when inserting the card into the device due to transportation system, cash charge or renewal of commuter pass.
- Please do not insert this card (shining card) into the machine as it may cause a malfunction.
- This product can be used only with a non-contact type IC card reader.
- If you sandwich a metal plate between this product and the reader, it will not emit light.
- It may be difficult to see the light emitting part under direct sunlight or strong lighting.
Each PIICA card measures approx. 53.5 mm x 85 mm x 1.2 mm while the clear pass case measures approx. 59.7 mm x 101.5 mm x 4 mm. The cards/passes are made of three LED bulbs, PC, PET, and paper.
The Ultraman Zero PIICA + clear pass cases will go for 1,650 Yen (tax included) each and are scheduled for shipment in October 2020. Preorders are being accepted until September 22nd, 2020 at 22:00 JST.
Fast forward to 2020, Premium Bandai is releasing the Ultraman Z wrist watch (STORAGE model). The watch features the logos and symbols for the Global Allied Forces STORAGE and Global Allied Forces Japan from the TV series. The case, case back, crown, and buckle are made of stainless steel while the band is made of silicon. The dial and needle are made of brass. The windshield is made of mineral glass. The machine used is the MIYOTA 6P23 (quartz Made in Japan). The clock body measures 42 mm x 49 mm x 11 mm thick with a band width of 20 mm and an arm size of approximately 12.5 cm-18.5 cm. It is water resistant for daily life.
The Ultraman Z wrist watch (STORAGE model) from Ultraman Z will go for 19,800 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in February 2021. Preorders are being accepted until October 4, 2020 at 23:00 JST.
Source: Premium Bandai and U-Treasure Online Shop