Baki the Grappler Yujiro Hanma Figure Doubles as Clothes Hanger

Bandai Spirits has introduced a unique prize for Japanese arcade crane games that merges collectible figures with household utility. The item features Yujiro Hanma, a prominent character from the long-running martial arts manga and anime series Baki the Grappler. Unlike standard display pieces that rest on bases, this figure lacks a traditional stand because it functions as a clothes hanger. The design capitalizes on Yujiro’s signature pose, which involves performing extreme splits to demonstrate his supernatural flexibility and muscular physique.
Manufacturer Bandai lists the product's width at fifty centimeters, noting that its span allows it to support garments such as jackets, shirts, and tank tops. This practical application distinguishes it from typical novelty items found in UFO catchers. The figure is available through Banpresto-stocked machines starting October 6. The release highlights a trend of merchandise that offers tangible daily use alongside fandom appeal.
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Original headline at SoraNews24: “Japan’s newest anime figure crane game prize may also be the world’s weirdest hanger [Photos]”
Key facts
- Release Date
- October 6
- Width
- 50 centimeters
- Publisher
- Bandai Spirits
- Distributor
- Banpresto
Tags
- #Baki the Grappler
- #Bandai Spirits
- #Banpresto
- #Crane Game
- #Merchandise
- #Yujiro Hanma
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