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Kabaneri Turns 10: Mumei Ranman 1/6 Scale Figure Pre-Orders Now Open

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Ten years after its April 2016 debut on Fuji TV’s Noitamina block, Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress is back in the spotlight. WIT Studio has launched the Mumei Ranman (無名爛漫) 10th anniversary campaign, commemorating the beloved steampunk action anime with a short animation and a striking 1/6 scale collectible figure — and pre-orders are open right now.

The Anime That Put WIT Studio on the Map

Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress Mumei Ranman 1/6 scale figure — face close-up detail
Image courtesy of Union Creative

If you were watching anime in 2016, Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress was impossible to miss. Produced by WIT Studio and directed by Tetsuro Araki — who had just blown audiences away with Attack on Titan Season 1 — it blended a steam-powered alternate-Edo setting with relentless zombie-action pacing. Kabaneri themselves are half-human, half-Kabane hybrids: cursed enough to wield monstrous strength, aware enough to fight on humanity’s side.

At the centre of it all was Mumei, a fearless young Kabaneri voiced by Ayaka Senbongi, whose iconic scar, her weapon, and her impossible speed made her one of the most memorable anime leads of the year. The series was followed by a recap film trilogy and the 2019 sequel film The Battle of Unato, available on Netflix — which Singapore fans can still stream today.

The Mumei Ranman Anniversary Campaign

Kabaneri Mumei Ranman figure — lower body and weapon detail
Image courtesy of Union Creative

The Mumei Ranman campaign was inspired by a commemorative illustration drawn by original character designer Haruhiko Mikimoto, depicting Mumei in a vibrant yukata-based look paired with her signature weapon. To bring the illustration to life, the original production team reunited: Tetsuro Araki handled storyboards and unit direction, Ichiro Okouchi (whose credits include Code Geass and Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury) wrote the script, and Yasuyuki Ebara reprised his role as character designer.

The resulting short animation, titled Koutetsujou no Kabaneri: Mumei Ranman, depicts Mumei trying on makeup for the very first time — a warm, character-driven slice-of-life moment that long-time fans will find endearing. The short is already circulating online with English subtitles.

The 1/6 Scale Figure — Every Detail Accounted For

Kabaneri Mumei Ranman figure — back view showing Kabaneri infection mark
Image courtesy of Union Creative

Manufactured by Union Creative under the full supervision of both Haruhiko Mikimoto and Tetsuro Araki, the 1/6 scale Mumei Ranman figure stands approximately 260mm tall. The sculpt captures Mumei mid-step, one foot raised and firearm in hand, dressed in the flowing pink patterned kimono from the campaign illustration. Close-up shots reveal the makeup blush sculpted onto her face, the fine cloth folds of her outfit, and — for fans who look closely — the Kabaneri infection scar on her back. It is a figure clearly made with the series’ lore in mind, not just the art.

  • Scale: 1/6
  • Height: Approx. 260mm (including base)
  • Material: PVC / ABS
  • Manufacturer: Union Creative
  • Japan price: ¥35,000 (before tax) via IG Port Online Store, pre-orders close 30 September 2026
  • Estimated shipping: June–July 2027

Singapore fans can pre-order the figure through online importers and hobby retailers that carry Union Creative products. Local anime merchandise specialists typically list Union Creative releases within a few weeks of the Japanese announcement, so keep an eye on the major hobby shops.

If you are new to Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress, the series and its sequel film are available on Netflix in Singapore — a good excuse to catch up before the figure ships next year. For more anime news and collectibles, check out our dedicated section.

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Wonder Festival 2026 Summer: FuRyu Drops Evangelion Doll Figures, Atelier Ryza TENITOL and Hatsune Miku Lottery

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Wonder Festival 2026 Summer opened its doors at Makuhari Messe in Chiba today, July 26, drawing more than 2,000 professional and independent exhibitors under this year’s “Exploration” theme. FuRyu was among the headline commercial exhibitors, dropping a concentrated burst of announcements ranging from a genuinely unusual Evangelion collaboration to lottery goods for Hatsune Miku and Haikyu!!. Here is everything from their showing that Singapore collectors will want to track.

Wonder Festival 2026 Summer official event key visual at Makuhari Messe
Image courtesy of Wonder Festival Project Office

Evangelion Meets Japanese Tradition: Asuka and Rei as 日本人形

FuRyu F:NEX x Yoshitoku Evangelion Shikinami Asuka Langley traditional Japanese doll 1/4 scale figure
Image courtesy of FuRyu
FuRyu F:NEX x Yoshitoku Evangelion Rei Ayanami traditional Japanese doll 1/4 scale figure
Image courtesy of FuRyu

The most striking reveal from FuRyu at WonFes 2026 Summer is a collaboration between their F:NEX premium figure label and Yoshitoku, one of Japan’s oldest traditional doll workshops. The result: Shikinami Asuka Langley and Rei Ayanami from Evangelion, reimagined as authentic 1/4 scale 日本人形 (nihon ningyo) — traditional Japanese dolls — rendered with the layered kimono styling, formal headpieces, and meticulous finish that Yoshitoku is known for. Both figures are marked “coming soon” with no release date or price confirmed at the show; the F:NEX official site will carry pre-order details when they are ready. ©カラー

The pairing is deliberate: Asuka’s fiery red and Rei’s cool blue translate naturally into traditional nihon ningyo colour palettes. This is the kind of piece that sits at the intersection of figure collecting and craft, and collaborations between Yoshitoku and anime licensors tend to move fast once ordering opens.

Atelier Ryza in FuRyu’s TENITOL Line

FuRyu TENITOL Atelier Ryza Reisalin Stout sitting figure on books
Image courtesy of FuRyu

FuRyu also revealed a new entry in their TENITOL figure line: Reisalin Stout (Ryza) from the Atelier Ryza series. The figure places her in her signature white and teal outfit, seated on a stack of oversized books in an atelier setting complete with candelabra and foliage in the background — the relaxed, scene-setting aesthetic that defines the TENITOL line. No price or release window was announced at the show floor reveal. ©2020 コーエーテクモゲームズ

Lottery Goods: Hatsune Miku JK Life and Haikyu!! Collection 3

FuRyu Hatsune Miku Miku Meguri JK Life Kawaii Food Tour lottery kuji series November 2026
Image courtesy of FuRyu / Crypton Future Media
FuRyu Haikyu Goods Collection 3 lottery kuji spring 2027
Image courtesy of FuRyu

On the フリューくじ (FuRyu kuji) side, two new series were announced. 「ミクめぐりJKライフ ～かわいいフード巡り～」 (Miku Meguri JK Life: Kawaii Food Tour) is a new Hatsune Miku lottery series priced at 850 yen per draw, targeting a November 2026 release. The key visual features Miku alongside Kaito and Kagamine Len in high school uniform settings with a café and food theme. Artwork is credited to DSマイル / のう / べっこ. ©Crypton Future Media, INC / piapro

「ハイキュー!! グッズコレクション3」 (Haikyu!! Goods Collection 3) was also confirmed for a Spring 2027 release, continuing FuRyu’s run of lottery goods for the volleyball series. ©古舘春一/集英社・「ハイキュー!!」製作委員会

For Singapore Collectors

FuRyu products — including F:NEX figures and FuRyu kuji goods — are available in Singapore through hobby shops and importers that carry Japanese collectibles. The Evangelion and Atelier Ryza figures will open for international pre-orders via f-nex.com and partner retailers once release dates are set. For the kuji series, Southeast Asia availability typically follows the Japanese launch by a few months through dedicated lottery event operators.

Wonder Festival runs twice a year — Summer and Winter — and reliably produces the year’s most interesting figure announcements from both commercial labels and independent makers. Keep an eye on the GameTrader news feed as pre-order windows and local retail confirmations come in.