Gashapon Funassyi Figure Japan rare yellow blue commemorative mascot

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Description

This listing is for a Japanese Gashapon figurine depicting Funassyi, the popular mascot of Funabashi, Japan. The figurine is presented on a beige fabric background, accompanied by two illustrated instruction sheets showing different poses of the character. Funassyi is depicted standing, with a yellow body, a light blue outfit, a red bow tie, and a stylized green leaf on the side of its head. The facial features are distinct: large round eyes, a heart-shaped red mouth, small rosy cheeks, and a playful expression.

The character also wears a blue tag on the side, with Japanese inscriptions printed on it. The figurine has a matte finish, with clear colors and a visually smooth texture. The arms are spread out from the body, and the legs are joined, giving the whole a compact and stable appearance. No base is visible on the observed side. The red bow tie is clearly marked on the front, as is the detail of the leaf on the head, which emphasizes its vegetable mascot side.

The instruction sheet visible above the figurine presents two variations of the character, confirming that it is a capsule toy (Gashapon), very common in Japan for popular mascots and characters. The colors of the figurine faithfully match those of the model illustrated on the instruction sheet, which attests to its conformity with the original series.

The character Funassyi is immediately recognizable by its rounded silhouette and bright colors. No major defects are apparent on the visible side: the paint is homogeneous, the contours are sharp, and the small decorations (leaf, bow, tag) are well in place. The object shows a slight patina of use compatible with a used toy, with no chips or major scratches visible on the exposed side.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The item shows slight traces of handling, but no structural defects are visible on the displayed side. Please examine the photo carefully to judge the exact condition.

Did you know? Funassyi is an unofficial mascot of Funabashi City, created in 2011, which quickly gained great popularity in Japan thanks to its exuberant character and distinctive appearance. Gashapon figures of Funassyi are highly sought after, as they are often produced in limited series for specific events or promotional campaigns.

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