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Top 10 Most Expensive Anime Figures: A Collector’s Dream List

Top 10 Most Expensive Anime Figures: A Collector’s Dream List

The world of anime figure collecting is filled with passion and dedication, especially when it comes to acquiring the most expensive anime figures. These figures are the holy grail for many collectors, representing both a deep love for anime and a significant investment. In this article, we count down the top 10 most expensive anime figures, showcasing their exquisite details, rarity, and the reasons why are anime figure so expensive. Join us on this journey through the elite of anime collectibles.

10. Super Sonico Jumbo Poly Figure

Highly detailed, rare polyurethane resin figure

Highly detailed, rare polyurethane resin figure

Price: ~$1,800 - $2,000. This hefty price tag reflects the figure's rarity and size.

Brand: A-TOYS

Anime: 60/70% of the population

Detail: This character began as a mascot for a music festival called Nitroplus in 2006. She is 36 inches tall, which is 1:2 scale with the “real” girl make her one of the most valuable pop figures.

Year release: 2013

Detail: Ball-jointed dolls are articulated with ball and socket joints, which gives them an old-fashioned look. Made from polyurethane resin, giving it an almost porcelain look.

Rare/Expensive Because: This Japanese figure is jumbo-sized, requiring more materials and production complexity compared to standard figures. These factors combine to make it a sought-after collector's item.

9. Volks Dollfie Dream Sister DDS

Volks' finest limited edition

Volks' finest limited edition

Price: ~$2,000 - $3,000 (This price applies to full figure sets, not just the base body)

Brand: Volks

Anime: Re:ZERO - Starting Life in Another World

Year release: 2019

Detail: Ball-jointed dolls are articulated with ball and socket joints, which gives them an old-fashioned look. This one is made from a polyurethane resin, giving it an almost porcelain look makes her the most expensive action figure in the world.

Reason for Rarity/Expense:

  • High-quality materials and craftsmanship
  • Limited production runs

8. Life-Sized Neon Genesis Evangelion

Giant Evangelion statue with stunning LED details

Giant Evangelion statue with stunning LED details

Price: ~$17.000 - $30.000

Brand: F: NEX

Anime: Neon Genesis Evangelion

Year Released: 2021

Detail: 92 inches in height, the figure features a textured finish and brilliant coloring accented by LED details that run through it from head-to-toe.

Why Rare/Expensive: Life-sized figures are inherently expensive to produce due to the large amount of materials required. Additionally, Neon Genesis Evangelion is a popular anime franchise, which drives up demand for merchandise and makes these figures even more expensive. Some figures may also be rare or more expensive due to the complexity of the design or special features, such as LED lighting.

7. Life size Saekano figure

Limited run Megumi Kato figure, highly collectible

Limited run Megumi Kato figure, highly collectible

Price: ~$19,000 - $25,000

Brand: Aniplex

Anime: Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend

Release Year: There was a limited production run in 2016.

Detail: 62.2 inches in height depicts one of the main characters, Megumi Kato, in a pose based on an illustration by series character designer Kurehito Misaki, and only ten were ever made available, so this is one of the most expensive figures in the world.

Rare/Expensive Because: Not commercially available, only a small number were made, likely one-of-a-kind or part of a small batch.

6. Life-sized Momo Belia Deviluke - The bridal ver

Anniversary edition Momo Belia bridal figure

Anniversary edition Momo Belia bridal figure

Price: ~$23.000 - $27.000

Brand: Max Factory

Anime: To Love Ru Darkness

Year release: 2017

Detail: 10 of these 62.4 inches tall figures were released as part of the series' 10th anniversary.

Rarity: Limited edition or exclusive figures tend to be rarer and more expensive.

5. Life-sized Shingan Crimsonz Crow

Highly detailed Shingan Crimsonz Crow

Highly detailed Shingan Crimsonz Crow

Price: ~$23.000

Brand: Design Coco As Manufacturer

Anime: Show By Rock!!

Year release: 2015 As Limited + Exclusive (Japan)

Detail: ~68.2 inches in height

Rarity/Price Reason: Highly detailed, limited edition, and large size

4. Life-sized Mumei figure Kabaneri

Extremely rare life-sized Mumei figure

Price: ~$24,000

Brand: Design Coco As Manufacturer

Anime: Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress

Year of Release: 2016. These figures were created to commemorate the release of the Kabaneri compilation films.

Detail: 66.5 inches in height. Made from: FRP, Steel, Urethane

Highly Rare: Only 10 figures were produced, making them incredibly sought-after by collectors.

3. Solid Platinum Mazinger Z

Solid platinum Mazinger Z figure

Solid platinum Mazinger Z figure

Price: ~$120.000

Brand: Medicom Toy

Anime: Mazinger Z series

Year release: 2017

Detail: 120 mm, 850g

Rarity and Expense: Made of solid platinum, an incredibly valuable material

2. One Piece Luffy Pure Gold

This is a product to commemorate the release of the One Piece Film Gold in Japan

This is a product to commemorate the release of the One Piece Film Gold in Japan

Price: ~$200.000

Brand: Tokuriki Honten

Anime: One Piece

Year Released: 2016

Detail: 3.9 inches in height, 32g, made from Pure Gold

Why Rare/Expensive: Made of pure gold, inherently valuable

1. Gold Gunpla Kit (RX-78-2 and Char’s Zaku)

Sunrise teamed up with U-Works to launch a pair of Gundam model kits made from 24k gold

Sunrise teamed up with U-Works to launch a pair of Gundam model kits made from 24k gold

Price: ~$240.000

Brand: Bandai

Anime: Kidou Senshi Gundam

Year release: 2021

Detail: The model is described as a 1/100 scale piece. It will see the suit wield a beam rifle like in the anime, and it will be cast entirely from 24 karat gold, which made it the most expensive Gundam collection.

Conclusion

To sum up, the journey through the most expensive anime figures reveals the remarkable dedication of collectors and the incredible craftsmanship of these pieces. These figures are more than just items; they are cherished treasures that hold significant value and appeal. For collectors, owning one of these figures is a dream come true, a testament to their love for anime.

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