Bandai is a Japanese toy company that specializes in producing anime and game-based figurines and toys. The company produces a range of products, including action figures, model kits, table games, and trading cards. Additionally, Bandai also produces video games and anime shows based on their products.
Bandai was founded in Japan in 1950.
In the 1960s, it started producing plastic models and toys, which became popular with children in Japan.
In the 1970s, Bandai expanded to produce figurines based on popular anime and game franchises.
In 1983, Bandai teamed up with Nintendo to create the first Tamagotchi virtual pet.
In 2005, Bandai merged with Namco to become Bandai Namco Holdings.
In recent years, Bandai has expanded into the Western market, producing toys and figurines based on popular franchises like Star Wars, Marvel, and DC Comics.
A Japanese company that produces anime and game-based figurines and toys, similar to Bandai. Good Smile Company has a strong focus on creating high-quality, poseable figures and dolls.
A Japanese company that produces plastic model kits, figures, and toys based on popular franchises. Kotobukiya is particularly known for its high-quality models and attention to detail.
A Japanese company that produces high-quality, poseable action figures and statues based on popular anime and game franchises. Figma is particularly known for its attention to detail and articulation.
A handheld digital pet that was first created by Bandai in 1996. Players must take care of their virtual pet by feeding it, playing with it, and cleaning up after it. The Tamagotchi has become a pop culture icon and has been adapted into video games, films, and TV shows.
A line of plastic model kits based on the popular Gundam anime series. The kits come with various parts that can be assembled to create a detailed figurine of a Gundam robot. Gundam Model Kits are popular among fans of anime and collectors of model kits.
A line of high-quality, poseable figurines based on popular anime and game franchises. The figurines come with a range of accessories and interchangeable parts, allowing fans to create their own custom poses and scenes.
Bandai is famous for producing anime and game-based figurines and toys. The company is particularly known for its Tamagotchi virtual pet, Gundam model kits, and S.H. Figuarts figurines.
Most Bandai toys are made in China, though some high-end models and figurines are produced in Japan.
Both S.H. Figuarts and Figma produce high-quality, poseable figurines based on popular anime and game franchises. However, S.H. Figuarts is produced by Bandai, while Figma is produced by Max Factory. Additionally, S.H. Figuarts tends to have more accessories and interchangeable parts than Figma, but Figma is generally more affordable.
A Gundam model kit is a plastic model kit based on the popular Gundam anime series. The kits come with various parts, which can be assembled to create a detailed figurine of a Gundam robot. The kits are popular among fans of anime and collectors of model kits.
A Tamagotchi is a handheld digital pet that was first created by Bandai in 1996. Players must take care of their virtual pet by feeding it, playing with it, and cleaning up after it. The Tamagotchi has become a pop culture icon and has been adapted into video games, films, and TV shows.