Yu Yu Hakusho - Figures
Yu Yu Hakusho is a very popular classic anime series from the 90s with an extensive fanbase, selling more than 50 million copies in Japan upon release in 1990. Over the years with an anime adaptation the series grew in popularity which resulted in a variety of merchandise, including a range of character figures to be released. Many of these figures feature popular characters in cool poses referencing their personalities from the series. There are also figures with interchanging parts or some being limited edition, making each figure extremely sought-after. Popular characters include Yusuke Urameshi, Youko Kurama and Kazuma Kuwabara. Here is a sample of some popular figures that have been released and include the “ArtFX J Yu Yu Hakusho Yusuke Urameshi (Re-run)”, “ArtFX J Yu Yu Hakusho Youko Kurama (Re-run)”, and the “ArtFX J Yu Yu Hakusho Kurama (Re-run).”
ArtFX J Yu Yu Hakusho Yusuke Urameshi (Re-run)
This Yu Yu hakusho figure is from Kotobukiya's ArtFX J series and shows the main lead character, Yusuke along with a cute little puu figure. Yusuke is in his green martial arts inspired outfit and the figure comes with a jacket that is removable. Yusuke's confident pose, as he stands with his arms folded references his warrior-like persona from the series. His facial expression, confident, along with his highlighted hair, match the character's personality from the series.
- Release Date: Unspecified
- Manufacturer: Kotobukiya
- Sculptor: Keijirou Togita
- Specifications: Painted, non-articulated, 1/8 scale PVC (phthalate free)
& ABS figure with base - Height (approx.): 190 mm | 7.5"
ArtFX J Yu Yu Hakusho Youko Kurama (Re-run)
This figure shows Kurama wearing his all-white garb, as it flows, almost wrapping around his body. The character is shown in his fox spirit form as seen in the series, which include fox ears and a fox tail. His fox tail is hoisted up, matching the hue of his long flowing hair. The figure also shows his confident facial expression while in his signature fox spirit form. The interchangeable arm that comes with the figure allows the user to create many different poses. What's interesting about this figure are the fine details that have been sculpted into his clothes, further making the figure even more popular among fans.
- Release Date: Unspecified
- Manufacturer: Kotobukiya
- Sculptor: Kouei Matsumoto
- Specifications: Painted, non-articulated, 1/8 scale PVC (phthalate free)
- Height (approx.): 250 mm | 9.8"
ArtFX J Yu Yu Hakusho Kurama (Re-run)
This figure shows Kurama in his classic green attire with bright red hair. The yellow band around his garment, and matching green shoes further add to the detail of the character's outfit. The smirk on his face and his large green yees are also accurate portrayals of the character. The character is in a confident pose, as he holds onto a rope or his a rose thorn whip. The rose thorn whip is an optional piece that can be placed into the figure's hand, and is sculpted as if it is wrapping around his body, in position to attack an opponent. Kurama's confident pose and appearance are just as he appears in the classic anime series.
- Release Date: Unspecified
- Manufacturer: Kotobukiya
- Sculptor: Tatsumaki
- Specifications: Painted, non-articulated, 1/8 scale PVC (phthalate free)
- Height (approx.): 235 mm | 9.3"
- Includes:
- Replacement right arm
- Rose thorn whip
- 2 roses
About the Characters
The main protagonist Yusuke Urameshi, Keiko Yukimura, and Kurama are all from the popular anime series Yu Yu Hakusho. Although some characters are not a part of the main cast, they serve as important parts of the storyline. Keiko Yukimura is Yusuke’s childhood friend, and the two are often portrayed as being in a relationship. Kurama is Yusuke's good friend and often helps him during battles in the "demon world". Kazuma, Yusuke's friend who was once his rival, along with Keiko, helped Yusuke return to the human world towards the end of the anime.
About Yu Yu Hakusho
Yu Yu Hakusho is a Japanese anime series that was first produced on television by Ken Hagino, Kenji Shimizu, Koji Kaneda, Kyotaro Kimura in 1992. The original Japanese manga series was first released in 1990 and written and illustrated by creator Yoshihiro Togashi. The story follows a young 14-year-old boy named Yusuke Urameshi, who was hit by a car while trying to save someone. Following the accident, he was assigned the role of being a detective of the human world, protecting it from invading demons. After a series of tests and fights, the character finds himself rivaling demons, before finally becoming part demon and attempting to be the ruler of the demon world. After failing to become the ruler, he eventually ends up back in the human world and is stripped of his status and abilities.
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ArtFX J Yu Yu Hakusho Yusuke Urameshi (Re-run)
ArtFX J Yu Yu Hakusho Youko Kurama (Re-run)
ArtFX J Yu Yu Hakusho Kurama (Re-run)
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