If you have not seen Cowboy Bebop anime series, you do not know what you are missing out on. I can’t say enough about this anime, but as you know the Blu-ray drops today.
I Love “Cowboy Bebop!”
December 10, 2014 by 2 Comments
Takara Transformers Masterpiece Bumblebee MP-21
December 8, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The G1 minibot icon Bumblebee gets a Takara transformation in the Masterpiece line-up. Not only do you get the Masterpiece VW Bumblebee, you also get the adult Spike in his exo-suit from the 1986 animated flick “Transformers: The Movie.”
Cowboy Bebop on Blu-ray
December 4, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Dropping on December 16th, 2014 is the first time the iconic anime series Cowboy Bebop gets it’s Blu-ray release. What brought me back to watching anime again was this anime – Cowboy Bebop. I love the characters, the world, the stories, the director Shinichiro Watanabe and music by Yoko Kanno.
The World of Mario from Jakks Pacific
November 25, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If you ever wanted to build your own little Mario video game playset diorama, then you can build it with this Micro line from Jakks Pacific. Jakks Pacific has had the Nintendo license for many years and have been making cool World of Nintendo action figures, plush dolls and other toys.
MegaDrive Megatron vs PlayStation Optimus Prime
November 19, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Get you credit cards ready for more Transformers toy fun. Take a hit video game console like the Sega MegaDrive aka Genesis and make it transform into Megatron. The MegaDrive Megatron should be dropping into stores this month.
The Big Hero 6 Japan Promo
November 19, 2014 by Leave a Comment
I’ve seen Big Hero 6 twice already at the multiplexes, so yeah, you can say I’m a huge fan of this animation. In Japan, Big Hero 6 will get a December 20, 2014 release date, but Disney Japan’s marketing department instead of a usual trailer cut promoting the flick, it has outdone itself with this simple black & white hand drawn animation to promote the film.
A Bathing Ape x Ultraman Collection
November 19, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If you’re looking for cool Ultraman licensed apparel, then look no further with this hip mini-capsule collection from BAPE. The items have just dropped online at BAPE.com. The hand towel is already sold out!
Cosplay-Style in the 16th Century
November 17, 2014 by Leave a Comment
This past weekend in the city of Paris a cosplay photo exhibition took place at the Grand Palais. Artist/photographer Sacha Goldberger took pictures of cosplayers with a 16th century twist. Many costume designers, make-up artist and cosplayers were involved in the project.
Battle Ready Pikachu!
November 7, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If you’re a Pokemon fan like many of my younger cousins, then this Tomy Battle Ready Pikachu is ready for action. This Pikachu shoots out foam discs with a press of a button and various electronic sounds. The cool thing, it includes 3 AAA batteries.
Supersize Me Mario!
November 3, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Super Mario fans will enjoy this 20″ plastic giant toy from Jakks Pacific, the World of Nintendo Super Mario Big Figure. Jakks Pacific with Nintendo license has made several 4″-6″ World of Nintendo action figures, and now this 20″ version Mario takes the cake.
Interview with Indie Jrock band Akai Sky
October 31, 2014 by Leave a Comment
This is a Ramen episode flashback to this summer’s Japan Expo (JX) 2014 in San Mateo, CA. The Ramen crew caught with indie Jrock band Akai Sky.
Beats x Hello Kitty = 40th Anniversary Headphones
October 28, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Looks like rapper Dr. Dre is also getting on the 40th Anniversary Hello Kitty bandwagon! Beats will offer 2 special Hello Kitty-inspired items: the Solo2 Hello Kitty headphone and the urbeats Hello Kitty earbuds editions.
Frankie’s Garage: AUTOart ReRelease – Initial D AE86
October 28, 2014 by Leave a Comment
I’m looking forward to AUTOart’s re-release of the iconic Toyota Trueno AE86 from the popular anime/manga “Initial D” by Shuichi Shigeno. If you’re a diecast car collector then you should also know the name AUTOart. This incredible HK toy company makes super detailed diecast cars, and this 1:18 scale “Fujiwara Tofu Ten” AE86 looks amazing.
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Transformers Generations: Jetfire
October 14, 2014 by Leave a Comment
I’m a big Transformers G1 Jetfire fan and this Hasbro release of Jetfire looks amazing. I’m looking to pick this Transformer at Toys’R’Us. Check out the review by Optibotimus:
Mighty Orbots aka GX-40 GODMARS
October 14, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If you’re 0f a certain age growing up in the 1980s, you might remember this cartoon – Mighty Orbots. From Bandai Japan, this diecast toy is a solid homage to the cartoon series with all 6 robots and various accessories.
Figma Samus Aran (Metroid)
October 8, 2014 by Leave a Comment
From the Japanese toy manufacture Good Smile Company comes the Figma Metroid Samus Aran action figure. The pose-able and articulate 6″ figure comes with a stand and various accessories.
A $5O Pen! But it Transforms.
October 2, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Can I sell you a pen that cost over $50.00USD and holds not too much ink? Well, you will buy it if you’re a Transformers and G1 Optimus Prime fan. Produced by Sentinel Toys, this is Optimus Prime Convoy pen! In robot mode, the action figure looks close to the classic G1 cartoon series and has good articulation. After you’re finishing playing with it and you need to do some homework, you can transform it into a pen.
Metal Build ARX-8 Laevatein (Full Metal Panic!)
October 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
When I was on my anime-marathon watching a few years back, one anime that I had fun viewing was Full Metal Panic! This is the latest Metal Build release from Bandai Japan, the ARX-8 Laevatein mecha.
The Tokyo Diorama Set
September 23, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If you weren’t satisfied with this year’s lame Bandai America’s Godzilla Destruction City playset, why not try ALGERNON Product Geocraper – Tokyo Scenery Vol. 1 series? Yupe, this toy line is called GEO-CRAPER, something got lost in translation here, but I digress. This is a great way to build a mini-toy diorama playset and putting your toy kaijus on display.
Super Deformed Big Head SDF-1
September 16, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Macross (Robotech) fans will enjoy this cool SDF1 toy from Master Made. The SDF1 Makuros gets the cute super big head treatment. The Makuros is also transformable and has articulation. It comes with a neat base stand and two Veritechs with stands.
ILLEST x Voltron
September 11, 2014 by Leave a Comment
As a kid growing up in the 1980s and watching lots of cartoons on the tube after school, the animated cartoon Voltron has a special place in my heart. Just dropped is the coolest of cool collabs – Illest x Voltron. This mini-capsule collection features kids tees, adult tees, keychains, stickers. and 1 lanyard.
Kendama USA
August 28, 2014 by Leave a Comment
It may look like a simple wooden toy game, it’s not as the Ramen crew finds out! The Ramen crew visits the Kendama USA booth over at Japan Expo: 2nd Impact. The game requires hand eye coordination and is fun for all ages. The “Ken” is the wooden handle that catches the “Tama” the ball and you will be amazed at the many cool tricks you can do.
Japan Expo: 2nd Impact 2014 @ San Mateo Event Center
August 27, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The Ramen crew attended the anime convention imported from France, Japan Expo at this past weekend’s San Mateo Event Center. The Ramen team of Eddie, Ramon and Jonelle roam the floors and stages to soak-in the event.
GODAIZER: Animated Film (19 Minutes)
August 26, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If you like giant robots and kaijus, this animated 19 minute Godaizer is just for you. This may have been released 2011, this independent animated flick caught me my attention again. Directed and produced by Hillary Yeo and the Media Development Authority of Singapore.
Street Fighter 2 on your knees!
August 13, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If you find yourself in Japan this summer and spot a vending machine selling capsule toys, then you might want to pick these neat looking Street Fighter 2 phone accessories. Zarigani Works and Capcom have made 8 PVC characters “bowing for forgiveness” from Street Fighter 2 series.
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