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Sunguts is a Japanese art toy manufacturer renowned for its unique and colorful sofubi (soft vinyl) figures. Founded in 2007 by a talented artist, Sunguts has been creating distinctive collectibles that have captivated enthusiasts worldwide.  The company specializes in crafting imaginative characters, often drawing inspiration from Japanese folklore, kaiju (monsters), and pop culture. One notable creation is the Turtle Back Dragon, a blue and white limited vinyl sofubi figure that showcases the brand’s attention to detail and artistic vision.  Sunguts’ dedication to the sofubi craft has led to collaborations with various artists and participation in international events. For instance, the Los Angeles Modern Sofvi Market, hosted by Sunguts and Monster Patrol Toys, marked the first time the Shibuya Modern Sofvi Market event took place outside of Japan. Sunguts is the artistic alias of Tadayoshi Ichimiya, a Japanese artist renowned for his work in character design and sofubi (soft vinyl) figure creation. Since 1991, Ichimiya has directed advertising projects and developed characters, collaborating with various brands and artists. Ichimiya specializes in crafting unique characters that blend traditional Japanese aesthetics with contemporary design elements. He is celebrated for his sofubi creations, which are hand-crafted soft vinyl figures. These figures often feature vibrant colors and intricate details, drawing inspiration from kaiju (giant monster) and pop culture motifs. Eiji Tsuburaya (1901–1970) was a pioneering Japanese filmmaker and special effects director, best known as the co-creator of Godzilla and the founder of the Ultraman franchise. He played a crucial role in shaping the tokusatsu (live-action special effects) genre, developing innovative techniques in miniatures, suitmation, and optical effects. As the special effects director for Godzilla (1954), Tsuburaya crafted the iconic monster using rubber suits and detailed miniature city sets, influencing generations of filmmakers. In 1963, he founded Tsuburaya Productions, which launched Ultraman (1966), a landmark in Japanese superhero television. His work remains highly influential in global science fiction and special effects cinema.