Junko Mizuno's Pure Trance Mini Figures by Kidrobot (June 4-drop)

From looking at the sample images [www] - I'm really beginning to quite like these PURE TRANCE 3 inch mini PVC figures from Junko Mizuno x Kidrobot [blogged with video] - set for a "Midnight Release" come June 4th @ 12am EST on kidrobot.com (but seems some retailers have already released them). Priced at US$9.95 per blind-box.

PRESS: Manga maven Junko Mizuno brings 14 demented characters from her hit graphic novel, Pure Trance, to vinyl. Blind-boxed and 3-inches tall, each figure in this series suffers from disturbing & sweet side effects due to the life-sustaining pills they're addicted to-- especially the 2 chases... Select figures include accessories and all come with an insert featuring a character bio & headshot.

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[Is the above Blue-hair a variant of the Green-hair? Or just the color of the image?]




Kidrobot currently has a Junko Mizuno-feature here and this is an extract:

Bio Born in Tokyo, May 27, 1973.

In 1996, Junko Mizuno self-produced a photocopy booklet called MINA animal DX which brought her to the attention of the publishing industry in Japan. Her drawing style, which mixes childish sweetness and cuteness with blood and terror has become a sub-genre of the classic manga movement.

Mizuno’s original designs were highlighted in the BBC’s acclaimed documentary series, Japanorama, and her artwork is frequently featured in gallery shows around the world. Junko Mizuno currently resides in Tokyo where she produces new comics, illustrations, paintings and design products ranging from toys to clothing.