This Week in Tokusatsu Merchandise 4/12/21 – 4/16/21

The tokusatsu merchandise roundup for the middle of April 2021 features new merchandise from the Kamen Rider, Super Sentai, Ultra series, and Godzilla series. 

To commemorate 50 years of Kamen Rider, we have the Kamen Rider 50th successive belt pattern pullover hoodie. It is a pullover hoodie with a design of successive belts lined up to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Kamen Rider series.
Made with light 8.4 oz fleece, it features the successive belts from Kamen Rider No. 1 to Kamen Rider Saber which is currently on air. The hoodie is available in two colors: black and heather gray. The black is made of 100% cotton while the heather gray is made of 93% cotton and 7% polyester. Both colors come in sizes: M (US S), L (US M), and XL (US L).

The Kamen Rider 50th successive belt pattern pullover hoodie will go for 5,940 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in June 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 12, 2021, at 10:00 JST.

Continuing the celebration, we have the Kamen Rider 50th Anniversary watch. The Kamen Rider 50th Anniversary watch is a wristwatch with successive Kamen Rider symbols that go around in 24 hours. The black board has a window that resembles a motorcycle meter, the upper part shows the time, the lower part shows the minute, and the round window in the center rotates the second hand which resembles Kamen Rider 1’s Cyclone. The minute display has the symbols of the Kamen Riders from Kamen Rider 1 to Kamen Rider Shin, and the time has the symbols of the Kamen Riders from Kamen Rider Kuuga to Kamen Rider Saber. A new symbol will appear over time. The numbers on the dial are quite small. The case, back cover frame, and crown are made of stainless steel. The band is made of cowhide. The dial and needles are made of brass. The windshield and back cover are made of mineral glass and the model used is the MIYOTA2036 (Quartz Made in Japan). The watch body measures a width of 38 mm x length of 45 mm x thickness of 10 mm. The band width measures a width of 18 mm and the arm circumference measures a size of approximately 13.5 cm to 19 cm. It is 3 ATM water resistant.

The Kamen Rider 50th Anniversary watch will go for 16,500 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in September 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 15, 2021, at 10:00 JST.

The celebration isn’t over yet. Premium Bandai is releasing the [Hapikuro] Kamen Rider Series -THE HENSHIN BELT (1st) -PIICA + Clear Pass Cases. Collaborating one more with PIICA, these cases feature the main Riders Henshin belts from Kamen Rider Kuuga–Kamen Rider Decade.

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. Cards available include: Kamen Rider Kuuga’s Arcle, Kamen Rider Agito’s Altering, Kamen Rider Ryuki’s V-Buckle and Ryuki Advent Deck, Kamen Rider Faiz’s SB-555B Faiz Driver and Faiz Phone, Kamen Rider Blade’s Blay Buckle, Kamen Rider Hibiki’s Ongekiko belt, Kamen Rider Kabuto’s Rider Belt and Kabuto Zecter, Kamen Rider Den-O’s Den-O Belt, Kamen Rider Kiva’s Kivat Belt and Kivat-Bat the 3rd, and Kamen Rider Decade’s Decadriver. One of the 10 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, and the dress-up card measures approx. 53.5 mm x 85 mm. The cards/passes are made of three LED bulbs, PC, PET, and paper.

The [Hapikuro] Kamen Rider Series -THE HENSHIN BELT (1st) -PIICA + Clear Pass Cases will go for 1,650 Yen (tax included) each and are scheduled for shipment in June 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 16, 2021, at 11:00 JST until May 9, 2021 at 23:00 JST.

Following Kamen Rider Saber, the Kamen Rider 50th Anniversary Folding Container is also getting released. Designed with the 50th anniversary logo and the names of successive Kamen Riders based in black. Kamen Rider 1’s silhouette is inside it which give it a luxurious specification. It has a large capacity of about 50L that can accommodate A3 size with plenty of room. The actual bottom size is 493 mm x 335 mm, and A3 size can be stored. You can store important goods and books. Equipped with open / close lock function, it is processed to prevent dust from entering from the outside and the contents from popping out. When folded, it can be folded to a height of 95 mm and can be stacked, so it does not take up space for storage when not in use. The container is made of PP + LDPE (handle cover part). The outer dimensions measure 530 mm x 366 mm x 334 mm. The inner dimensions measure 494 mm x 336 mm x 303 mm. The effective inner dimensions measure 493 mm × 335 mm × 303 mm.

The Kamen Rider 50th Anniversary Folding Container will go for 7,150 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in August 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 16, 2021, at 13:00 JST.

Premium Bandai is releasing the Kamen Rider track apparel collection which features Kamen Rider 1. The collection includes: a track jacket, mesh t-shirt, and track pants. All three have the Tachibana Racing Club symbol as well as a design inspired by Takeshi Hongo/Kamen Rider 1. Everything is made of 100% polyester.

The Kamen Rider 1 track jacket comes in sizes: M (Length: 68 cm, Width: 56 cm, Shoulder width: 51.5 cm, Sleeve length: 58 cm), L (Length: 71 cm, Width: 59 cm, Shoulder width: 53.5 cm, Sleeve length: 61 cm), and XL (Length: 74 cm, Width: 62 cm, Shoulder width: 55.5 cm, Sleeve length: 64 cm).

The Kamen Rider 1 mesh t-shirt comes in sizes: M (Length: 66 cm, Width: 53 cm, Sleeve length: 45 cm), L (Length: 69 cm, Width: 55 cm, Sleeve length: 47 cm), and XL (Length: 72 cm, Width: 57 cm, Sleeve length: 49 cm).

The Kamen Rider 1 track pants come in sizes: M (Waist: 72 cm-86 cm, Hip: 103 cm, Rise: 29 cm, Inseam: 69 cm), L (Waist: 76 cm-90 cm, Hip: 109 cm, Rise: 31 cm, Inseam: 72 cm), and XL (Waist: 80 cm-94 cm, Hip: 115 cm, Rise: 33 cm, Inseam: 75 cm).

The Kamen Rider 1 track jacket from Kamen Rider 1 will go for 7,150 Yen (tax included) while the Kamen Rider 1 mesh t-shirt will go for 3,850 Yen (tax included), and the Kamen Rider 1 track pants will go for 6,050 Yen (tax included). All are scheduled for shipment in August 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 15, 2021, at 10:00 JST.

No Fear! No Pain! The HENSHIN by KAMEN RIDER Type Kuuga sneakers are getting a second release on Premium Bandai. These sneakers use matte glass leather for the upper base, the red color of the armor, which is also a feature of Kamen Rider Kuuga’s suit. The in and out are embossed with ancient characters engraved around the light emitting part of the transformation belt “Arcle” to give the sneakers a unique accent. It also features red rhinestones that expresess Kamen Rider Kuuga’s signal and gold lace parts. Neoprene is used as the material for the cuffs, and while expressing the characteristics of Kamen Rider Kuuga’s inner suit, it has a fit that does not make walking stressful. The nubuck that switches the upper and the coarse nylon make it a pair of sneakers that balances the whole and keeps the appearance like trekking shoes while enjoying elegant coordination. The blue sky expressed by the inner sole is a view shared with Yusuke Godai. The outer sole is an original sole that imitates the footprints of Kamen Rider Kuuga. The usage is casual and the instep is made of natural leather. The bottom is made of rubber sole. The shoes come in Japanese show sizes: 24.5 (US Mens 6.5), 25.5 (US Mens 7.5), 26.5 (US Mens 8.5), and 27.5 (US Mens 9).

The HENSHIN by KAMEN RIDER Type Kuuga sneakers from Kamen Rider Kuuga will go for 22,000 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in May 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 16, 2021, at 10:00 JST.

“Those who don’t fight won’t survive!!” Next, we have the SO-DO CHRONICLE Kamen Rider Ryuki (10 pieces) figure set. This release is the first SO-DO Legend Series [SO-DO CHRONICLE] to feature the Rider of Kamen Rider Ryuki. The set includes: Kamen Rider Ryuki, Kamen Rider Knight, Kamen Rider Scissors, and Kamen Rider Zolda. One figure is completed by combining the corresponding body and armor. There are 8 types in the lineup. You can combine each figure with their respective Premium Bandai limited edition Mirror Monster (sold separately). Each figure is made of ABS / PVC and measures a height of approx. 110 mm x width of approx. 50 mm. A piece of soda flavored gum is also included.

The SO-DO CHRONICLE Kamen Rider Ryuki (10 pieces) figure set from Kamen Rider Ryuki will go for 4,950 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in August 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 12, 2021, at 13:00 JST.

To display with the Kamen Rider Ryuki figures, we also have the SO-DO CHRONICLE Kamen Rider Ryuki Dragreder & Darkwing Set [Premium Bandai Limited] as well as the SO-DO CHRONICLE Kamen Rider Ryuki Volcancer & Magnugiga Set [Premium Bandai Limited]. The scale of the Rider and the monster is replicated with a balance close to that in the TV series. By combining the parts of each mirror monster with the corresponding rider of the normal bullet, it is possible to reproduce the equipment in the TV series. Replicate the “Vent” scene in combination with a regular Rider figure. The sets also come with a piece of soda flavored gum. Everything is made of ABS.

The SO-DO CHRONICLE Kamen Rider Ryuki Dragreder & Darkwing Set [Premium Bandai Limited] features Dragreder and Darkwing, both who are contract monsters of Kamen Rider Ryuki and Kamen Rider Knight, are lined up at once. Dragreder measures a height of approx. 47 mm x width of approx. 420 mm while Darkwing measures a height of approx. 58 mm x width of approx. 220.5 mm.

The SO-DO CHRONICLE Kamen Rider Ryuki Volcancer & Magnugiga Set [Premium Bandai Limited] features Volcancer and Magnugiga, who are the contract monsters of Kamen Rider Scissors and Kamen Rider Zolda. Volcancer measures a height of approx. 126.5 mm x width of approx. 67.5 mm and Magnugiga measures a height of approx. 165 mm x width of approx. 54 mm (total length 200 mm is in Giga Launcher state).

The SO-DO CHRONICLE Kamen Rider Ryuki Dragreder & Darkwing Set [Premium Bandai Limited] from Kamen Rider Ryuki will go for 6,600 Yen (tax included) while the SO-DO CHRONICLE Kamen Rider Ryuki Volcancer & Magnugiga Set [Premium Bandai Limited] will go for 8,800 Yen (tax included). Both are scheduled for shipment in August 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 12, 2021, at 13:00 JST.

Standing By! Complete! Represent SMART BRAIN with the Kamen Rider 555 SMART BRAIN silver925 ring. It is a silver 925 ring with the SMART BRAIN logo designed from Kamen Rider 555. The letters are deeply engraved in the plate-shaped material and it have a sense of depth. In addition, it has an impressive finish with matte black. The plain and simple ring has a strong presence with a solid thickness. The design is a product that you can wear and enjoy anywhere and anytime. The ring is made of painted silver925 and come in sizes: No. 10, No. 12, N0. 14, No. 16, No. 18, No. 20, No. 22, No. 24, and No. 26. It has a width of 10 mm.

The Kamen Rider 555 SMART BRAIN silver925 ring from Kamen Rider 555 will go for 14,300 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in August 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 15, 2021, at 10:00 JST.

Count the Medals! 1, 2, and 3! The HENSHIN by KAMEN RIDER Type OOO sneakers is getting a second release. These are black-based sneakers which are made of HARAKO material that is reminiscent of beasts, and the soles and laces use the characteristic colors of TaToBa. The rubber stamp on the tongue symbolizes the pattern on the chest of OOO, blooming a sense of presence. The detachable feather accessories also represents the relationship between OOO and Ankh. The shoe body is made of natural leather and the sole is made of rubber. The shoes come in Japanese show sizes: 24.5 (US Mens 6.5), 25.5 (US Mens 7.5), 26.5 (US Mens 8.5), and 27.5 (US Mens 9).

The HENSHIN by KAMEN RIDER Type OOO sneakers from Kamen Rider OOO will go for 25,300 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in May 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 16, 2021, at 10:00 JST. It will also be sold at the same brand pop-up store that opens from April 16th to 29th at Nagoya PARCO (Naka-ku, Nagoya).

Be the One! Premium Bandai is releasing the Kamen Rider Build (Rabbit Tank ver.) silver necklace. From Kamen Rider Build, comes a silver necklace using rhinestones in the colors of his Rabbit Tank form. The silhouette of Kamen Rider Build is engraved on the back of the charm. The charm features a border in the shape of a Full Bottle and red/blue rhinestones inside it. It measures a height of 18 mm × width of 9 mm × diameter of 4 mm with the chain measuring an overall length of 45 cm (including the adjuster which measures 5 cm). The necklace is made of silver925 (gold plated) and rhinestones.

The Kamen Rider Build (Rabbit Tank ver.) silver necklace from Kamen Rider Build will go for 11,000 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in June 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 13, 2021, at 11:00 JST until May 9, 2021, at 23:00 JST.

A jump to the sky turns to a Rider Kick! We have the Kamen Rider Zero One bag charm. It is a bag charm that features the image of Kamen Rider Zero One’s “01”. The charm is made of alloy plating and rhinestone. It measures a height of 32 mm x width of 35 mm x diameter of 2.5 mm with a total length of 19 cm.

The Kamen Rider Zero One bag charm from Kamen Rider Zero-One will go for 2,530 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in June 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 13, 2021, at 11:00 JST until May 9, 2021, at 23:00 JST.

Zen! Zen! Zenryoku Zenkai! In honor of the introduction of the new character, Stacey, Premium Bandai is releasing the Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger JAP Studio Stacey rings. From JAP Kobo, a brand that creates authentic accessories featuring unique silver jewelry that also handles costumes for movies and musicians. These rings are worn by a young man, Stacey, who appears in Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger episode 6, which is being broadcast on TV Asahi Sunday mornings at 9:30 am JST. JAP Kobo, who created the costumes in the TV series, coordinated it with Stacy’s image. Both rings are made of silver925 and come in sizes: No. 8, No. 10, No. 12, No. 14, No. 16, No. 18, No. 20, and No. 22. There are two types available: Amethyst and Garnet. Stacey is seen wearing the Garnet ring on his index finger on his right hand. He is seen wearing the Amethyst ring on the middle finger on his left hand.

Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger JAP Studio Stacey Ring (Garnet):

Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger JAP Kobo Stacey Ring (Amethyst):

The Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger JAP Studio Stacey Ring (Garnet) from Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger will go for 40,700 Yen (tax included) while the Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger JAP Kobo Stacey Ring (Amethyst) will go for 20,900 Yen (tax included). Both are scheduled for shipment in July 2021. Preorders are being accepted today.

Soaring into the Ultra Series, we have the Ultraman Tiga Spark Lens silver925 necklace. Introducing a silver925 necklace with a sparkling design, the charm features the transformation item of Ultraman Tiga from the Ultraman Tiga TV series. For the lens, moonstone is used, which is said to be a “holy stone” and emits delicate light. The necklace is made of silver925, moonstone, and acrylic resin. The charm measures a height of 30 mm x width of 20 mm x diameter of 7 mm with the chain measuring 500 mm with a 50 mm adjuster.

The Ultraman Tiga Spark Lens silver925 necklace from Ultraman Tiga will go for 15,400 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in July 2021. Preorders are being accepted today.

“Chant My Name! Ultraman Z!” Premium Bandai is releasing the Ultraman Z Special Airborne Armor 2 Windom & Special Aircraft Hangar Display set. From “Ultraman Z”, it is a figure of the Special Airborne Armor 2 Windom and a special air plane hangar diorama as a set. It is equipped with a replication gimmick from the TV series that lifts up the special air plane by turning the handle.

The Special Airborne Armor 2 Windom is a soft vinyl figure that measures a total height of about 165 mm.
In addition to the modeling that replicates the complicated details, the painting of the entire body and the coloring with some stains express a profound feeling. In addition, the size of the figure matches the scale of the “Glow! Ring! Special Aircraft No. 1 Sevenger” figure released in October 2020 (reservations are closed) and the “DX King Joe Storage Custom” currently on sale. You can line up these three special aircrafts from STORAGE.

The special air plane hangar diorama features a large size with a total height of about 200 mm and a width of about 145 mm. It is possible to display various figures that have already been released, such as the included Windom as well as “Glow! Sound! Special Aircraft No. 1 Sevenger”. In addition, the scene in the “Ultraman Z” TV series is replicated, and a lift-up gimmick that raises the hanger in conjunction with the operation of turning the handle on the back is installed. The maintenance bridge of the hangar can be moved up, down, left, right, and in the depth direction, and the outer support can also be slid back and forth. Since the layout of the interior can be adjusted according to the size of the figure to be displayed, you can enjoy taking pictures with the composition just like in the TV series. Since the base of the hangar has a connecting part, you can connect and decorate it by collecting multiple pieces. The set includes the Special Airborne Armor 2 Windom (soft vinyl figure) and the Special Aircraft Hangar Diorama. The figure measures a height of approx. 165 mm × width of approx. 40 mm × diameter of approx. 25 mm. The diorama measures a height of approx. 200 mm × width of approx. 145 mm × diameter of approx. 130 mm. The figure is made of PVC while the diorama is made of ABS.

The Ultraman Z Special Airborne Armor 2 Windom & Special Aircraft Hangar Display set from Ultraman Z will go for 5,280 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in October 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 16, 2021, at 11:00 JST until May 31, 2021, at 23:00 JST. A separate release of the Ultraman Z Special Aircraft Hangar Display only will go for 3,850 Yen (tax included).

Roaring into the Godzilla franchise, we have the Shin Godzilla Godzilla 2nd Form Flooring Wiper Cover. The Godzilla 2nd form flooring wiper cover is now available from Shin Godzilla. There is no doubt that watching this cute figure crawling around your room will be addictive. It is possible to replicate the movements from the movie. Also pay attention to the realistic eyes and skin replicated by printing. A glossy, smooth and comfortable polyester material is used to prevent dust from sticking to it. In addition to being used by attaching it to the wiper cover, it can also be used as a stuffed animal or interior. If it gets dirty, wash your hands. Due to the fabric, some stains may not come off. After washing your hands, shape them and dry them in the shade so that they are not exposed to direct sunlight. Please note that the color may fade. The cover is made of polyester and measures approx. width of 500 mm x diameter of 185 mm x height of 130 mm.

The Shin Godzilla Godzilla 2nd Form Flooring Wiper Cover from Shin Godzilla will go for 5,280 Yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in September 2021. Preorders are being accepted starting April 13, 2021, at 13:00 JST.

Source: Premium Bandai and Man Tan Web