A new addition, "Maneki-neko Gold Fortune 400%," has arrived for the sparkling CRYSTAL DECORATE BE@RBRICK. The Maneki-neko, a character cherished by the Japanese since the Edo period, appears in an upgraded form that could be called its Reiwa-era iteration. Simply gazing upon it seems to bring good fortune.

The "CRYSTAL DECORATE BE@RBRICK" series, where LIGHTS STYLE meticulously hand-decorates each piece with crystals. Its presence, radiating a beautiful sparkle along its gentle curves, captivates all who behold it.

As professionals in crystal decoration, LIGHTS STYLE leverages their expertise to achieve delicate crystal embellishments that can only be realized through painstaking handcraftsmanship. They have previously collaborated with MEDICOM TOY on numerous character and brand items, including "CRYSTAL DECORATE SNOOPY BE@RBRICK 400%" (released in 2019), "CRYSTAL DECORATE HELLO KITTY BE@RBRICK 400%" (released in 2020), "CRYSTAL DECORATE MICKEY MOUSE BE@RBRICK 400% R&W Ver." (released in 2021), "BE@RBRICK CRYSTAL DECORATE Jack Skellington 400%" (released in 2022), and "mastermind JAPAN BE@RBRICK 400% BLACK & GOLD Ver." (released in 2023).

This featured item is the latest in their "Japanese Tradition" motif series, the "CRYSTAL DECORATE BE@RBRICK Maneki-neko Gold Fortune 400%," a signature piece at the Tokyo Skytree Town Solamachi store. It's an ultimate collectible, colorfully adorned with clear, gold, red, yellow, and black crystals, embodying the lucky "Maneki-neko." While undeniably gorgeous, its round eyes and mouth lend it an endearing cuteness. The large characters "金運" (Gold Fortune) are emblazoned on its belly, and its tail is depicted on its back. It's said that a cat raising its right paw invites wealth and good luck, while one raising its left paw beckons customers. This item is scheduled for a limited release at the Tokyo Skytree Town Solamachi store. When displaying it, be sure to raise its right paw to invite prosperity!

CRYSTAL DECORATE BE@RBRICK Maneki-neko Gold Fortune 400%
Size | Approx. 280mm in height
Price | ¥880,000 (incl. tax)
Release Date | Scheduled for release in June 2023 at the Tokyo Skytree Town Solamachi store
*Limited quantity available. Please forgive us if it sells out.
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MEDICOM TOY Tokyo Skytree Town Solamachi Store
Address | Tokyo Skytree Town Solamachi East Yard 4F, 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
Business Hours | 10:00 - 21:00
Regular Holidays | Open year-round
Phone Number | 03-3622-6000
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