Mamitto Soft [ Gigan ]

Marmit is a Japanese toy company known for its high-quality vinyl figures, often influenced by kaiju (giant monster) culture and retro toy aesthetics. The company has collaborated with various artists, one of the most notable being Kazumitsu Akamatsu, a key figure in the world of designer toys and kaiju collectibles. Kazumitsu Akamatsu is a prominent Japanese sculptor and designer, widely recognized for his contributions to the kaiju and art toy movements. His work with Marmit, particularly in the production of limited-edition figures, has solidified his place in the designer toy world. Akamatsu’s figures are often highly regarded for their unique sculptural designs, expressive features, and attention to detail, blending elements of traditional kaiju aesthetics with more modern interpretations. Toho art toys are high-end designer collectibles inspired by Toho’s legendary kaiju franchise, including Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah, and Mechagodzilla. These toys often feature unique artistic interpretations, blending classic monster designs with modern and experimental aesthetics. Soft vinyl (sofubi) figures are a staple of kaiju collectibles, often hand-painted and produced in limited runs by brands like Marusan, Medicom Toy, and M1GO. These figures frequently showcase vibrant colorways, translucent elements, or glow-in-the-dark effects. Toho has worked with brands like Super7, Kidrobot, and BE@RBRICK, producing stylized versions of Godzilla and other kaiju, often in minimalist, graffiti, or streetwear-inspired styles. Companies like X-Plus, Spiral Studio, and Prime 1 Studio create ultra-detailed, limited-edition resin statues that reinterpret Godzilla and other kaiju in artistic, sometimes surreal ways. Some art toy brands produce exaggerated, cute, or surreal versions of Toho monsters, playing with proportions, expressions, and vibrant colors to give a fresh take on classic kaiju.