Your Lie in April - Figures
Your Lie in April is well-known among anime fans as a heartbreaking, beautifully composed musical drama. As with most dramas, the characters serve as the heart and soul of the series and no character brings more life to Your Lie in April than the female protagonist, Kaori Miyazono. In fact, she’s the subject of nearly all figures for the series. Her bright smile and free-spirit has captivated as many fans in real life as her violin playing within the anime. Fans appreciate these figures for both the important story moments they portray and the attention to Kaori’s positive beauty. Three of the best figures for Your Lie in April and Kaori fans are “Kaori Miyazono 1/8 Scale Figure,” “Kaori Miyazono: Casual Dress Ver. When Kaori Met Kosei,” and “Kaori Miyazono Dress Ver 1/8 Scale Figure.”
Kaori Miyazono 1/8 Scale Figure
Like most Good Smile Company figures, this 1/8 scale version of Kaori pays incredible attention to detail to bring out the subtleties in her character. Kaori, usually bright and carefree, is shown with a soft, knowing smile, hinting at the secret of the series’ end. The violin she tucks beneath her arm was carefully modeled after a real violin. The pulls and folds of her school uniform follow her stretched arms naturally. Notably, this figure is based on an original sketch by series creator, Naoshi Arakawa. Due to the high quality and relatively low-price, this figure sells out quickly and fans are calling for a restock. When it hits the shelves again, it’ll definitely go fast.
Product Name: Your Lie in April Kaori Miyazono 1/8 Scale Figure
Manufacturer: Good Smile Company
Sculptor: Chikai (Windflower)
Specifications: Painted, non-articulated, 1/8 scale PVC & ABS figure with stand
Height (approx.): 200mm | 7.9"
Kaori Miyazono: Casual Dress Ver. When Kaori Met Kosei (1/8 Scale Figure)
This scale figure depicts one of the series’ most famous scenes: when Kosei stumbles upon Kaori for the first time. Her clothing is sculpted to mimic the gusts of wind swirling around her and Kosei during the scene. The exact pose captures Kaori as she finishes playing the melodica. Her expression is tranquil but touched with a hint of sorrow. The included accessories, the base speckled with cherry blossoms and the pigeons dancing around to her song, completely draw the viewer into the world around her. Reviewers comment on the high degree of detail in the sculpting. The light, yet rich color palette pairs well with soft LED lighting, reminding fans of the bright light Kaori brings into Kosei’s life.
Product Name: Your Lie in April Kaori Miyazono: Casual Dress Ver. When Kaori Met Kosei 1/8 Scale Figure
Manufacturer: Aniplex Inc.
Specifications: Painted, non-articulated, 1/8 scale
Dimensions (Approx.): 177.8 x 76.2 x 76.2mm | 7" x 3" x 3"
Includes:
Cherry blossom petal base
Pigeon accessory
Kaori Miyazano Dress Ver. (1/8 Scale Figure)
As far as iconic outfits go, nothing stands out more than Kaori’s famous off-white dress. This figure beautifully replicates the dress with high shine to bounce off light and imitate movement. The included base mimics the saturated blue watercolor imagery found in the anime. And Kaori’s wide smile shows the bright girl, full of life, that fans love. There’s also a notably blue-eyed black kitty to keep her company as she plays her violin. Perhaps it would enjoy some piano playing as well!
Product Name: Your Lie in April Kaori Miyazono Dress Ver. 1/8 Scale Figure
Manufacturer: Aniplex Inc.
Sculptor: MIC
Specifications: Painted, non-articulated, 1/8 scale PVC & ABS figure with base
Recommended Age: 15+
Height (approx.): 200mm | 7.9"
Includes:
Black cat (1/8 scale figure)
Your Lie in April Series Story
Kosei Arima is a piano prodigy. He dominated music competitions as a child until the sudden death of his mother. The shock of her death prevents him from hearing the sound of the piano. His world turns dull until a chance meeting with free-spirited violinist, Kaori Miyazono. Her manic playing style shows Kosei a world of music beyond the rigidity he once knew. He begins to play the piano once again and realizes he is in love with Kaori. His love must remain hidden, though, due to her apparent feelings for his friend, Watari. When playing together, Kaori faints. She blames fainting on anemia, but this is revealed to be a lie. As her health deteriorates, it falls on Kosei to lift her up as she did for him. But when Kaori elects to undergo a risky surgery, their musical future together may come to an early end.
Your Lie in April Series Development
The Your Lie in April manga, written and illustrated by Naoshi Arakawa, first ran in Kodansha’s Monthly Shonen Magazine in April 2011. The manga ran until February 2015, ending with a total of 44 chapters in 11 volumes. In 2013, the series won Best Shonen Manga in the 37th Kodansha Manga Awards. An anime adaptation by A-1 pictures aired from October 2014 through March 2015. The anime won the Yomiuri Shimbun newspaper’s 2016 Sugoi Japan Awards and served as a career-defining performance for voice actor Natsuki Hanae. In 2016, Toho produced a live-action film of the series, placing third in the box office its opening weekend. As of 2020, the series continues to rank in the top 50 best anime series of all time.
Links
Your Lie In April Kaori Miyazono 1/8 Scale Figure
Your Lie in April Kaori Miyazono: Casual Dress Ver. When Kaori Met Kosei 1/8 Scale Figure
Your Lie In April Kaori Miyazano Dress Ver. 1/8 Scale Figure
Your Lie in April Label
Kaori Miyazono Label