Great Big Story | The Godzilla-Making Toy Factory In Japan @GreatBigStory | Uploaded July 2024 | Updated October 2024, 1 week ago.
Explore the artistry of Marusan's Japanese sofubi soft vinyl toys. Bringing Godzilla collectibles and Kaiju figures to life.
This story delves into the rich history of one of the oldest sofubi manufacturers, and showcases the skilled artisans and passionate collectors behind these cherished collectibles. Learn about the creation process, the cultural significance, and the enduring appeal of these soft vinyl masterpieces that captivate fans worldwide.
#Toys #Japan #Travel
Director - Christopher Bobyn
Producer - Yu Minobe
Translations - Yu Minobe
Editor - Steven Kelly
Graphics - Will Minns
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - What is sofubi?
00:49 - The history of Marusan
01:41 - Godzilla is born
02:13 - How is sofubi made?
02:46 - The 86 year old sofubi painter
03:33 - The American sofubi collector
05:10 - Not just a male industry...
06:44 - Sofubi shopping: Nakano Broadway
07:56 - Conclusion
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Explore the artistry of Marusan's Japanese sofubi soft vinyl toys. Bringing Godzilla collectibles and Kaiju figures to life.
This story delves into the rich history of one of the oldest sofubi manufacturers, and showcases the skilled artisans and passionate collectors behind these cherished collectibles. Learn about the creation process, the cultural significance, and the enduring appeal of these soft vinyl masterpieces that captivate fans worldwide.
#Toys #Japan #Travel
Director - Christopher Bobyn
Producer - Yu Minobe
Translations - Yu Minobe
Editor - Steven Kelly
Graphics - Will Minns
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - What is sofubi?
00:49 - The history of Marusan
01:41 - Godzilla is born
02:13 - How is sofubi made?
02:46 - The 86 year old sofubi painter
03:33 - The American sofubi collector
05:10 - Not just a male industry...
06:44 - Sofubi shopping: Nakano Broadway
07:56 - Conclusion
Got a story idea for us? Shoot us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com π§
Get exclusive GBS items from our online store π
π shop.greatbigstory.com
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