Ichibansho is BANDAI's line of premium prize-style anime figures. Browse Ichibansho products at P-Rex Hobby, including the latest releases and pre-orders from BANDAI.
What Is Ichibansho?
Ichibansho (translated as 'best prize') is Bandai Spirits' line of premium prize-style figures that bridge the gap between affordable prize figures and expensive scale figures. Ichibansho figures offer detailed sculpting and painting at accessible price points, covering major anime and manga franchises including Dragon Ball, One Piece, My Hero Academia, and Demon Slayer. The figures typically stand 20-30cm tall and feature dynamic poses with impressive base designs.
Ichibansho: History and Evolution
Ichibansho launched as part of Bandai Spirits' figure division, leveraging Bandai's vast anime licensing portfolio to produce high-quality figures at competitive prices. The line has rapidly grown to become one of the largest figure series by volume, with new releases every month covering the most popular anime franchises. Ichibansho figures are especially popular among Dragon Ball and One Piece collectors.
How to Choose Your Ichibansho
Ichibansho figures typically retail between $25-$50 USD, making them an excellent value compared to traditional scale figures. They come fully painted and assembled, requiring only minor setup on the included base. The consistent quality and wide character selection make Ichibansho an ideal starting point for anime figure collecting.
Ichibansho Specifications
Scale: Non-scale (typically 20-30cm)
Type: Premium prize-style anime figures
Manufacturer: BANDAI
Why Buy Ichibansho from P-Rex Hobby?
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100% authentic: Every Ichibansho product is sourced from authorized distributors and guaranteed genuine.
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Fast North American shipping: Orders ship from our Vancouver, Canada warehouse. U.S. orders arrive in 3-5 business days with DDP (duties prepaid) shipping. Canadian orders arrive in 2-4 business days.
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Earliest access: Vancouver is the closest major North American port to Japan, so we receive new Ichibansho releases faster than most retailers.
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Trusted retailer: P-Rex Hobby is a Bandai Recommended Hobby Store with 1,000+ five-star reviews and 20,000+ customers served.
Frequently Asked Questions
What scale is Ichibansho?
Ichibansho is Non-scale (typically 20-30cm).
What type of product is Ichibansho?
Ichibansho is a line of premium prize-style anime figures from BANDAI.
Where can I buy Ichibansho online in North America?
P-Rex Hobby carries a wide range of Ichibansho products with fast shipping across North America. As a Bandai Recommended Hobby Store based in Vancouver, Canada, we offer authentic products with duties-prepaid shipping to the U.S.
Are Ichibansho products at P-Rex Hobby authentic?
Yes. Every Ichibansho product at P-Rex Hobby is 100% authentic, sourced from official distributors.
How long does shipping take?
U.S. orders arrive in 3-5 business days with DDP shipping (duties prepaid). Canadian orders arrive in 2-4 business days from our Vancouver warehouse.
Does P-Rex Hobby offer pre-orders for new Ichibansho releases?
Yes. We regularly list pre-orders for upcoming releases. Our Vancouver location means we often receive new products sooner than other North American retailers.
