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X-Plus has a booth at C3 Tokyo 2016 which they showed off there many figure but also made a couple of reveals, one updated and one new. The updated one is the second Godzilla/Evangelion figure this was previously shown as an unpainted prototype now they revealed the fully painted version, also reveal is it's release date and price, Feb 2017 and 32,400 yen (approx $318 US) respectively. This is the same price as the first combo figure that was shown and most likely will be a Bandai Premium release as well. The second reveal was a Shin Godzilla "Roaring" version, there has been a regular version shown previously so it's possible this could be a Ric Boy exclusive or another Bandai Premium figure. Also shown was a number of the other Godzilla Vs Evangelion figures. More info on the new reveals as we get it.
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Kaiyodo is releasing the Yuji Sakai Godzilla '89 1/80 Soft Vinyl Kit, this kit once assembled will stand 100cm tall and 150cm in length (that 40 inches tall and 60 inches in length). The kit is colored but needs to be painted to look like the pics. This massive kit has a massive price it will retail for 140,000 yen (approx $1,400 US). It will be released in Jan 2017 from Hobby Search and other retailers.
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X-Plus is releasing a GFW Gigan 2004 Start-Up Version figure, while X-Plus previously released a version of this figure (currently a Diamond US re-release) this version has two main differences, a "worn" or "dirty" paint scheme and light-up eye(s). This figure is 33cm tall and will retail for 20,000 yen (approx $200 US). This figure is scheduled for a Dec 2016 release from X-Plus.
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X-Plus is releasing the Godzilla 1984 Shinjuku Decisive Battle Version Ric Boy Limited figure, this figure was released previous but this new version has a darker color scheme and light-up dorsal fins. The figure is 29cm tall (approx 11.5 inches) and it will retail for 20,000 yen (approx $200 US). Pre-orders should be starting soon with release in Sept/Oct 2016 and can be pre-ordered from the X-Plus/Ric Boy site.
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Medicom is releasing the Godzilla Vinyl Wars EX MechaGodzilla '74 Sofubi Figure, this figure is different then previous released versions. It's 23cm tall (approx 9 inches), and it will retail for 6,480 yen (approx $65 US). It will be available for pre-order through Medicom's website here, and will be released in Dec 2016.
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Caravan is releasing Godzilla merchandise as the Shin Godzilla marketing bandwagon continues, the new items are t-shirts, mugs, phone cases, and phone wallet. The Sumi T-shirts feature a ink splatter effect, come in three styles, two Shin Godzilla and one Godzilla Vs Evangelion, and come in four sizes (S, M, L, XL). They will retail for 5,940 yen (approx $60 US). The HASAMI mugs (Original ceramic mug made with the Hasami technique, which originated in Hasami City (Nagasaki prefecture) and has a history of about 400 years. The distinctive octagonal shape makes it easy to stack.) come in two styles, and will retail for 3,240 yen (approx $32 US). The phone cases feature a 3-D effect with raised features, are for iPhone 6, come in two styles, and will retail for 3,980 yen (approx $39 US). The leather phone wallet features an embossed design , with 14 pockets and zipper closure, is 100 mm x 195 mm in size, and will retail for 15,984 yen (approx $159 US). All should be released mid Sept 2016 from AmiAmi and other retailers.
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Hazawa Gumi is releasing an Exclusive G Memories Godzilla '54 at the Large Godzilla Special Effects Exhibition in Yokohama. This vinyl figure features a brown color scheme (with gold and silver highlights), is 18cm tall, and will be limited in number (exactly how many seems to be up in the air per their site). It will retail for 5,000 yen (approx $50 US).
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CCP has teased at there new Godzilla figures now they revealed the first two figures Godzilla '54, and Godzilla '64 with Mothra Larva. These figures are done in the "sofubi" style with more to come (11 total). There's not to much info on these figures yet but they should be up for pre-order soon. More info as we get it.
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Marusan is continuing their 50th Anniversary celebration with there August reveals which include, Godzilla '66 with tower, Gold Godzilla B/O with tower, Ebirah '66, and Baragon. Godilla '66 is a dark blue color, is 22cm tall with the tower being the same height, and with retail for 10,800 yen. Gold Godzilla B/O is made to look like the old tin toys with wheels on it, it's 30cm tall with the tower being approx 22cm, and will retail for 25,920. Ebirah '66 has a blue and red color scheme, is 22cm, and retails for 7,560 yen. Baragon has a blue and red color scheme also, is 30cm tall, and will retail for 17,280 yen. All will be able to be pre-ordered soon with release being Nov 2016 from Marusan and other retailers.
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Update: release dates added. Diamond has official announced that their next US releases of X-Plus Godzilla figures will be Godzilla 2014, and Yuji Sakai GMK Godzilla 2001. They will retail for $180 and $230 respectively. The Yuji Sakai will be released May 2017 and the 2014 will be released in June 2017. They will be available from comic shops and collectible shops like Flossie's. Thanks to John from Kaiju Addicts for this info.
