Undergrad founders Victor Shammas and Nico Sharma launched Tash to build infrastructure for card investing. The platform lets investors hold high-grade cards through professionally selected indexes, currently targeting accredited investors with plans to open to retail investors later.
Chenghai Toy Tribe will open for trial operation on Oct 1 at Anping Road, featuring a 500-square-meter space for brand display, cultural experience, and interactive entertainment.
AmiAmi will debut the new “Fumofumo Series” plush toys at the 13th Hakurei Shrine Autumn Reitaisai in Tokyo Big Sight on Oct 4, 2026. The items will also be sold at AmiAmi’s Akihabara Radio Kaikan store from Oct 4‑11 and online from Oct 5 to Nov 8, with limited stock and bonus original neck strap and postcard. The booth marks the ongoing partnership with Gift, showcasing the new line and distributing the plush guidebook.
Bandai revealed at the Tokyo Toy Show 2026 that the revived Super Alloy line will launch the full “Secret Squadron Gorenja” set in February 2027, priced at ¥33,000. The set features all five heroes as die‑cast figures reproduced via 3D scanning, with new rotating wrists, colored weapons and an added enemy figure “Iron Mask General Temjin”, alongside other revived items such as the “Super Alloy Beast King Goliath”.
POP MART's Americas revenue grew 748.4% in 2025 but fell 16.5% in the first half of 2026, signaling the end of online traffic dividends. The company plans a California headquarters to shift from distribution to localization.
POP MART is partnering with Sony to bring LABUBU from blind boxes to the big screen. The company is building a cross-format IP ecosystem by opening POP Bakery, expanding collaborations, and adding digital experiences, while using data and artist collaboration to drive growth.
POP MART opened its first European flagship in Paris on Boulevard Haussmann, near Galeries Lafayette, featuring a three-story space showcasing IPs like MOLLY, HIRONO, and THEMONSTERS. As of the mid-2026 period, the company operates 221 overseas stores, with overseas revenue share increasing.
Tenacious Toys will host the Tenacious Collective at booth 1771 for NYCC 2026, featuring brands like UVD Toys and Furry Feline Creatives. The booth will release three exclusives: Atomik OG Roller Blue, MAD Toy Design Citizens Blue GID, and Jae Martin's Lovestronaut Tenacious HRT Edition, alongside various blind boxes, resin figures, and vinyl toys.
LEGO officially launches its first Dragon Ball set, 11390, featuring 1,764 pieces and a $179.99 price tag. The 18+ set centers on Shenron and Goku, including a Kid Goku minifigure on Kintoun, releasing on November 4, 2026.
The co-created toy IP CHOUCHOU, featuring an 'imperfect' image, has garnered market attention. With Li Yuchun deeply involved in the design, it is seen as a new sample for Chinese original IPs going global.
A China Post Securities report highlights the dual value of TCGs. The Chinese card market reached 32.1 billion yuan in 2024, projected to grow to 45.5 billion yuan by 2029. The IPTCG market is expected to rise from 2.9 billion USD in 2025 to 10.3 billion USD in 2035. Kayou holds a 71.1% market share in China's TCG sector based on 2024 GMV.
Jazwares launches 10 LED inflatables, each 3.5 feet tall and $39.99, with Farryn exclusive to Menards.
潮玩星球、暴蒙、漫库等品牌门店数量大幅缩减，合计155家谷子店关门。头部品牌称经营策略调整，业内认为部分点位单店盈利模型未跑通。
Kotobukiya announced that its original bishōjo model series exceeded 10 million units shipped worldwide in September 2026. Since the launch of Frame Arms Girl 轟雷 in 2015, the line has garnered strong support across Japan, Asia, North America and Europe. The company said it will continue to enhance its planning, sculpting and customization capabilities to meet global fans’ expectations.
A new U.S.-China trade agreement promises more favorable tariff treatment for $30 billion of non-sensitive goods in each direction. Toys, children's car seats, holiday decorations, and small appliances are among the categories expected to benefit. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative is expected to release additional details on Monday.
While veteran collectors worry digital cards might affect the perception of scarcity and pricing for physical cards, the market shows strong resilience. On February 16, 2026, a 1998 Illustrator Pikachu card sold for $16.492 million at auction, setting a new record for similar items.
Bandai Namco announced its Q1 2027 earnings on August 6, 2026, with net sales of 328.4 billion yen and operating profit of 69.2 billion yen, a record high. The Toy & Hobby business saw net sales of 192.7 billion yen and segment profit of 53.9 billion yen, up 89% year-on-year, driven by Gundam, Dragon Ball, One Piece, trading cards, and capsule toys.
POP MART reported strong 2025 revenue and profit growth, with the LABUBU series contributing nearly 40% of total revenue. Despite the solid performance, the stock price has fluctuated violently due to cooling secondary market prices, stretched valuations, and concerns about the sustainability of the trend. The company is expanding overseas stores and cultivating other IPs to reduce reliance on a single hit character.
Kaiyodo announced a 1/7 scale Hatsune Miku “Goldfish” figure, slated for release in June 2027 with a suggested retail price of ¥44,000 (tax included). Based on an original illustration by ATDan and Hanasa, the figure features 12‑color tampo‑printed eyes, pearl‑coated clear parts, and stands about 360 mm tall (including base), and will be sold through TSUTAYA, AmiAmi, Yodobashi Camera and other retailers.
Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles returns to NYCC with immersive exhibits and event exclusives for Gundam, Dragon Ball, One Piece, and Godzilla. The event features the GUNDAM Showcase 2026, TAMASHII NATIONS booth with event exclusives and voice actor meet-and-greets, and the GUNDAM booth with the GUNDAM ZERO statue and qualifying-purchase promotions.
