Product Info and Exclusive GIANT High-Res Photos, Direct from X-Plus! Author: Keith Aiken Source: X-Plus Co., Ltd. Special Thanks to Shingo Fujimoto

A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE

The Japanese collectibles company X-Plus Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information and more than 70 daikaiju-sized photos of their giant monster figures scheduled for release in August 2019. The company`s official Shonen-Ric as X-Plus website offers Exclusives and Limited Editions with bonus features or extra pieces not available from other retailers, with shipping on some items also now available to customers in North America, Hong Kong, Korea and Taiwan. The standard "General Distribution" versions of the figures are sold by stores and online retailers, including SFJ sponsor Anime Jungle. Most X-Plus figures are recommended for fans and collectors ages 15 years and older.

Toho 30cm Series Yuji Sakai Modeling Collection: Godzilla(1995) “Hong Kong Landing” /??30????? ????????????? ???(1995) ???? Manufacturer: Plex Co., Ltd. Product Size: Height Approximately 30cm (11.8 Inches), Length Approximately 51cm (20 Inches) Material: PVC Specifications: Complete Painted Figure; Some Assembly Required Prototype Production and Supervision: Yuji Sakai Planning Cooperation: Yuji Sakai Modeling Workshop Shipping: August 2019 Price: ¥27,000 (Approximately $251.60 US, Tax Included) ? Set Contents Godzilla Body Godzilla Tail Limited Edition Price: $238.83 US/¥28,620 (Tax Included) ? Limited Edition Contents Godzilla Body Godzilla Tail Instruction Manual Recognized as the world`s greatest Godzilla sculptor, Yuji Kaida has worked on the Toho films and produced hugely popular collectibles including model kits, statues, toys, books and the S.H. MonsterArts line. His latest X-Plus figure depicts Godzilla as seen in the opening title sequence of GODZILLA VS DESTOROYAH (???VS??????, Gojira Tai Desutoroia, 1995), as the monster tramples through the streets of Hong Kong at night, its body burning orange and red. With the end of the Heisei period in Japan, this “Death Godzilla” -- the final Godzilla in the Heisei VS Series -- has made its way to the Yuji Sakai Modeling collection lineup. The figure was produced using molds made and supervised by Sakai himself, who was involved in the production of GODZILLA VS DESTOROYAH as part of the film`s modeling team. This figure will be released in two versions. The General Distribution Godzilla 1995 features a standard paint scheme and will available from online retailers and collectors shops. The Limited Edition version uses a clear mold on the surface of the body that has been applied using painting techniques overseen by Mr. Sakai. It features a silver coating painted from the inside so that more accurately reproduces the burning red glow emanating from Godzilla’s entire body as seen in the film. The Limited Edition figure is available exclusively from Shonen-Ric, Premium Bandai and Toho`s official Godzilla Store.

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Daikaiju Series: Bemstar (Modified) -- Shonen-Ric Exclusive /??????? ?????(??) ???? Product Size: Height (Including Horn) Approximately 27cm (10.6 Inches) Specifications: Complete Painted Figure; Some Assembly Required Material: PVC Shipping: August 2019 Price: ¥14,904 (Approximately $138.88 US, Tax Included) ? Set Contents Bemstar (Modified) The Space Monster Bemster returns to X-plus` Daikaiju Series in its modified Re-Bemstar form. Introduced and defeated in the RETURN OF ULTRAMAN (???????????, Kaettekita Urutoraman, 1971-72) television series, Bemstar was resurrected by Alien Yapool in ULTRAMAN TARO Episode 29: BEMSTAR RETURNS! TARO`S IN A DESPERATE PINCH (????????????????, Bemusut? Fukkatsu! Tar? Zettai Zetsumei!) to seek vengeance on the Ultra Family. Heading to Earth, Bemstar attacked and swallowed the headquarters of the Space Science Defense Force, ZAT (Zariba of All Territory). This sculpt depicts the slimmer design of Re-Bemstar. The "Japan Exclusive Item" item is sold by the Shonen-Ric website, and will not be available from retail stores.

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Toho Daikaiju Series: Moguera (1957) Light-Up Ver. -- Shonen-Ric Exclusive /????????? ???(1957)??Ver. ???? Manufacturer: PLEX Corporation Product Size: Height Including Antenna Approximately 25cm (9.8 Inches) Material: PVC, MBS (Figure), ABS (Power Supply Unit) Specifications: Complete Painted Figure; Some Assembly Required Shipping: August 2019 Price: $117.16 US/¥14,040 (Tax Included) ? Set Contents Moguera Power Supply Unit Instruction Manual First released by X-Plus in August 2012, the Toho Daikaiju Series: Moguera (1957) figure returns in a new light-up version!* Originally a machine built for civil engineering work, Moguera was used by the alien Mysterians to invade the Earth in Toho`s 1957 movie THE MYSTERIANS (?????, Chiky? B?eigun). Its characteristic nose drill and caterpillar-like body have been faithfully recreated to look just like the robot in the movie! This new edition also includes a light-up feature for Moguera’s eyes. The gimmick requires two AA batteries (sold separately). The figure is sold internationally by the Shonen-Ric website and the Godzilla Store. It will not be available from retail stores. *This release does not include the mini Mysterian bonus figure from the 2012 Shonen Ric Limited Edition version.

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FAVORITE SCULPTORS LINE Toho 30cm Series: Godzilla (1962) Walking Pose /FAVORITE SCULPTORS LINE ??30?????????(1962) ????? Manufacturer: PLEX Corporation Prototype Production: Inoue Arts Product Size: Height Approximately 32cm (12.6 Inches) Material: PVC, MBS (Figure), ABS (Power Supply Unit) Specifications: Complete Painted Figure; Some Assembly Required Shipping: August 2019 General Distribution Version Price: ¥19,980 (Approximately $186.18 US, Tax Included) ? Set Contents Godzilla Body Godzilla Tail Stand Limited Edition Price: $180.25 US/¥21,600 (Tax Included) Material: PVC (Diorama Base), Iron (Support Pole), MBS (Support Parts), ABS (Electrical Poles) ? Limited Edition Contents Godzilla Body Godzilla Tail Stand Diorama Base Support Pole Support Parts 2 Electrical Poles Instruction Manual The FAVORITE SCULPTORS LINE, based on previously released/limited edition models from top sculptors, returns with a 30cm scale soft vinyl figure of the 1962 Godzilla design from KING KONG VS GODZILLA (??????????, Kingu Kongu Tai Gojira). This walking pose figure reproduces Godzilla`s pose as he is moving south along the Tohoku Line in the film. The original model was created and released by sculptor Tadao Inoue`s Inoue Arts studio. Shonen-Ric and the Godzilla Store are offering a Limited Edition version of the figure that comes with a display base showing the terrain the monster is walking upon.

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Daikaiju Series: Ultraman Taro Fighting Color Ver. -- Shonen-Ric Exclusive /??????? ????????? ?????Ver. ???? Product Size: Height Approximately 24cm (9.4 Inches) Material: PVC (Figure), ABS (Display Stand, Support Arm) Specifications: Complete Painted Figure; Some Assembly Required Shipping: August 2019 Price: $117.16 US/¥14,040 (Tax Included) ? Set Contents Ultraman Taro Light-Up Display Stand Support Arm Instruction Manual First released in January 2015, the Daikaiju Series: Ultraman Taro Ver. 2 figure is being reissued with new fighting coloration. After carefully studying the colors in battle scenes from the ULTRAMAN TARO (?????????, Urutoraman Tar?, 1973-74) series, X-Plus has adjusted the tone of the red parts of the Taro suit and added muddy details to the silver parts of the body. This new edition comes with a built-in LED light system for Ultraman Taro`s eyes and color timer. By turning the switch, the color timer can be changed from solid blue to blinking red. The light-up gimmick uses two LR44 coin batteries (sold separately). This item is sold internationally by the Shonen-Ric website and will not be available from retail stores.

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About X-Plus

X-Plus is manufacturer for popular character and franchise figures, such as Godzilla, Dragon Ball, Ultraman, as well as many others. They have many limited edition items that customers can only buy through their online shop, Shonen-Ric.