Kureha
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Tue 2007/10/23 23:46
The addition of Kureha in my collection has made it a little bit more easy to decide what figure to grab in the event of an earthquake.
After half a year of waiting, the gorgeous Kureha is now in my possession.
After half a year of waiting, the gorgeous Kureha is now in my possession.
Not too much to add as the pictures pretty much speak for themselves. The sculpt work and paint job is simply amazing.
Her eyes (both pairs) look utterly scrumptious and the way she is standing is just so moe.
I personally think she turned out looking cuter than the original Tony Taka illustration. Her expression kinda takes your breath away does it not?
Nearly forgot to mention that I stuck two photos from this post in the wallpaper pool - go make any size you want.
Sorry to dissapoint but you wont be seeing any Bukakke photos of Kureha here.
You can order at your fave online dealer
HobbyLink Japan
Anime USA
Kid Nemo Company
J List
Amazon
Or set up an Amazon Associates account and order through your own aStore - learn how.
Thanks to MAX Watanabe and GOODSMILE for this most gorgeous offering.
I could go as far as to say that this is the most scrumptious figure I have had the pleasure of feasting my mince pies on.
The bow is a bit fragile so don't throw her about the room.
Hypnotic eyes (all four of em).
Its like shes looking at you for an answer to something.
The kink in her leg is moesome.
Obligatory pantsu shot.
Gorgeous legs.
Looks great on the desk.
Forgot to upload these pics that I took a while ago at the WHL 2007 Summer.
These GSC f...(more)
Sun 10/14 02:20 comments (18)
Web Developer/ウェブデベロッパー, Photographer/写真や
I really love the Obligatory pantsu shot. The background for it is awesome! Kureha's should be arriving in a day or two for me ^^; Will do a different photoshoot then before!
(ID #60681) Posted on 2007/10/23 23:43
I think shes got one of the best sculpts and face ive ever seen, but shes not the best overall ive seen. Theres just something about it that doesnt make me go 'wooooooww'. Those giant sleeves kinda put me off for some reason. I just cant look at her the same way after seeing those bukkake pics!! Nice figure anyway - glad you have a new fave. Ive always wondered what your fave figure was... Which was it BEFORE this?
(ID #60682) Posted on 2007/10/23 23:50
filmaker
nice one...id break my vow of trying not to b such a consumer for this one
(ID #60685) Posted on 2007/10/23 23:57
Mandalorian in training + Otaku...
Very nice figure. I really like the expression on her face. Very moé. And the rest of her is not too shabby either ^^.
(ID #60689) Posted on 2007/10/24 00:04
Student, Photographer, Paintballer,
It's a very nice figure Danny! I especially like those shots facing the sun. Speaking of earthquakes and natural disasters, some areas of Southern California where I live are currently burning due to numerous wildfires, one of which was arson. I would take this one with me too if I had one.
(ID #60692) Posted on 2007/10/24 00:13
Web Design & Development
I wish I had the money to be buying figures...presently I don't even know if I have the money to be paying my rent. >.
(ID #60694) Posted on 2007/10/24 00:21
hiki in parents basement
One of the best figures I've seen but I wonder If it'd be easy to remove the giant sleeves..? They just seem odd ^^;
(ID #60695) Posted on 2007/10/24 00:34
She leaves me wanting more I guess after looking at her expression
(ID #60696) Posted on 2007/10/24 00:36
Nice looking figure, but for some reason it just doesn't do it for me anymore. I still remember seeing the early shots of it and i was like blown away. In a "WOW what pretty looking figure :D". Not saying the figure sucks. It still definitely looks nice, but I think I might have gotten bored of it. !?
(ID #60698) Posted on 2007/10/24 00:56
Policy & Research Officer
Aaaaa I'm still waiting for mine to arrive so I can collect it. >_
(ID #60701) Posted on 2007/10/24 01:06
Wah. Sugoi~ :) She's just amazing *.*. When she arrived for me over here and I took her out of the box, I thought to myself the previous promo pictures didn't do her any justice. Just wow, so pretty x.x; I may have to get another one to have a pristine one in the box as the other is on display :o.
(ID #60703) Posted on 2007/10/24 01:17
is this figure 18+?
(ID #60704) Posted on 2007/10/24 01:22
Niiiice. Especially after i scrolled further down and learned the skirt is removable. I'll look into this more later. But i'd most definitely get this.
(ID #60705) Posted on 2007/10/24 01:25
Graphic Designer
nice pics of Kureha, Danny, mine should be arriving next week :)
(ID #60706) Posted on 2007/10/24 01:44
Finally mine shipped!! Mine should be on the way. No "condensed milk" shots on mine either. XD
(ID #60708) Posted on 2007/10/24 01:52
Whoa, the more I look at Kureha, the more I want to pick her up. This is one of the best figurines I've seen in a while now.
(ID #60709) Posted on 2007/10/24 02:13
Student
Wow that figure is just..fantastic! I really love the photos with the never ending sky in the back. I'll have to start saving again for her. Congrats Danny!
(ID #60710) Posted on 2007/10/24 02:18
anime/cosplay events organizer
*nosebleed* FIGURE GET!!! moelicious Kureha figure and i want to have it and admire at the gorgeous craftsmanship *heart heart heart* she's so moe that she's fappable *fap fap fap* XDDD
(ID #60711) Posted on 2007/10/24 02:21
o, nice gallery danny. My area here those shop full so i cant get it, need to find in other place.
(ID #60712) Posted on 2007/10/24 02:42
She looks well detailed, I love her.
(ID #60716) Posted on 2007/10/24 03:16
freaking awesome! another add-on to wishlist... *sob* my wallet
(ID #60717) Posted on 2007/10/24 03:30
Dropping computers, starting all over again at Journalism
Very moe, and very well made... but I never played Shining Tears, and I don't know what scrumptious means... so I'll just skip the vote. XP
(ID #60718) Posted on 2007/10/24 03:38
student of the arts
first time comment. been a lurker for too long, thanks danny for a great site! ahh, beauty made 3D. I agree with you danny, this figure is definitly my favorite figure bought to date. Mine just shipped from hlj.com, so hopefully I'll be gettin mine sooner rather than later. my Kureha won't be disgraced with the bukkake treatment, she'll be staying dust-free in my glass case....or will she be right beside by mac...or in my hands 24/7...i dunno, lol, but she'll be safe from little soldiers, that's for sure.
(ID #60719) Posted on 2007/10/24 03:46
She looks tasty XD And I loved the last picture. Too bad I never had patience to play Shining Tears.
(ID #60720) Posted on 2007/10/24 03:50
I want one, but I've never ordered figures before. Where is the best place to order from for those of us living in the US. I can't understand Japanese, so I am not sure what amazon site says. None of the other sites seem to have it in stock. It seems I can preorder them from Toy Logic or Kid Nemo, but I am not sure why they are different scale 1/6 & 1/7 different release date too. Are they different versions? I've also heard that you might have to pay import fees. I've never actually had to pay any thus far(on the few occasions I've ordered stuff from abroad), so could anyone tell me how much import fees are and how you pay them? Thanks if anyone is nice enough to answer all these questions.
(ID #60721) Posted on 2007/10/24 03:57
Absolutely gorgeous although I prefer the figure not to be able to cast-off.
(ID #60722) Posted on 2007/10/24 04:01
Motion Graphics Designer
OH SHI-!~ can't wait for mine to arrive. your photoshoot does the figure justice, danny. she looked kinda bland on some sites and i was kinda disappointed that she didn't turned out as detailed as the prototype cast. but after looking at your snaps, she looks fine to me! ^^
(ID #60723) Posted on 2007/10/24 04:21
UCI Student
Just got my notification of mine being sent. Can't wait for it to arrive
(ID #60724) Posted on 2007/10/24 04:22
Troubleshooter, Universal Exports
All around this is one oustanding figure! Can't wait for mine to get here... Hurry Hurry! ^o^ @don, From what retailer you order is a mater of preference. I personal buy most of my figures through HobbyLink Japan (HLJ), but you won't be disappointed if you order from Kid Nemo or such. Don't worry about Amazon. Amazon will not ship this outside of Japan. In some countries you may end up paying import fees. I personal have never had to pay or known of anyone in the states who paid import fees. There are other figures of Kureha out there too. This figure is 1/6. Just make sure you order from a legitimate retailer. Any of the retailers you see on Danny's site can be trusted. If you are not sure about a retailer, ask and I'm sure someone can give you feedback.
(ID #60726) Posted on 2007/10/24 04:26
Software Developer
I am not as enthusiastic as you Danny about this figure, but I like her enough to have it ordered ^^; Fantastic pictures, I really like the 4 last ones :D
(ID #60732) Posted on 2007/10/24 06:11
It's absolutely gorgeous, but it does make me think about another post a while ago.. the one that made me puke.. :0
(ID #60733) Posted on 2007/10/24 08:03
Illustrator & Designer
I would have to agree that Kureha is definitely a very gorgeous figure indeed. Love her facial expression, her whole colour scheme and also her pose. Would love to have her on my desk next my laptop, too! ^__^ Awesome photos as well, Danny!!
(ID #60738) Posted on 2007/10/24 11:22
There's so realistic feeling on the second (from the bottom) picture! Great shot. And the 4th also marvellous! *shed tears* T.T
(ID #60739) Posted on 2007/10/24 11:39
Hobby Store clerk guy thing...
Oh god, I can't wait for mine to come through the mail. I remember seeing a photo of her on your site and ever since that day I've been waiting for her to become available XD Great photos again Danny~
(ID #60740) Posted on 2007/10/24 11:48
mine already arrived. xD nice shots, danny. :D
(ID #60741) Posted on 2007/10/24 12:12
Student
I won't be getting figures any time soon, Kotano will probably be my next one by February. Now I'm taking a break from figures and concentrate on gundams
(ID #60744) Posted on 2007/10/24 12:43
i agree with what danny said. it really is simple yet it takes up all the impact of its beholders. truly a good figure. i'll buy one later. really later.
(ID #60748) Posted on 2007/10/24 13:00
(O_O) WOW... another wonderful figure of kureha...
(ID #60749) Posted on 2007/10/24 13:19
Nice figure I'll be getting mine in a week or so along with NEige. Speaking of that have you gotten Blanc Neige from Kotobukiya?
(ID #60758) Posted on 2007/10/24 14:04
Anime artist/figure appreciator
Well, thanks for joining the ranks of Kureha owners! I received mine last week, as you should know if you read my blurb under each post, and the puchi thing when I posted it last week. When I got it out, I held her so gently. She really needed to be held with kid gloves, as she is the epitome of cute/sexy figures. I had no problems with installing the bow, and found the whole cast-off very easy (btw, long peg inside the torso, eh? ^^). I won't really get into too many details here, but this figure is my baby now, and will also never get given such rotten treatment as in that other thread! Too cute/sexy/moe for words! ^____^
(ID #60761) Posted on 2007/10/24 14:25
the pics are awesome! i just got my kureha yesterday ^o^ too bad i wont be seeing her anytime soon, since i have to hide it from my parents -____-
(ID #60764) Posted on 2007/10/24 14:30
cant wait for mine :)
(ID #60766) Posted on 2007/10/24 14:46
The first time I see her, I doubt about buy, but now the more I see her... Aaaargh, damn youuuu, Dannyyy...
(ID #60768) Posted on 2007/10/24 14:58
.NET/Web Developer
Arghhh...don't have the budget right now but I would definitely want one! @_@ I had doubts at first but seeing this just cleared things up. Not the best but certainly one of the top tier figures i've seen.
(ID #60776) Posted on 2007/10/24 16:33
dang danny u took pictures until the sun set...
(ID #60782) Posted on 2007/10/24 18:17
I havnt started a figure collection yet although if i did this would be *the* one i would get first, looks really nice. Great photo's aswell :)
(ID #60822) Posted on 2007/10/25 00:01
Something to do with cars
Woweee~~~ Looks like people agree that Kureha is one of the best figurines around. I just got mine last week (skipping the que of other fellow Malaysians, sorry). My oh my, was the wait worth it. She actually arrived later than the expected date, but then, who cares if she's this good~~~ Two thumbs up for all your photos. I guess the bad weather and a sort of old model camera i got here won't ever produce pics of that sort of quality. (additionally, my photo taking skills suck, huhuhu) To those of you out there who got this fantastic figurine, CHEERS!
(ID #60869) Posted on 2007/10/25 03:20
part time illustrationist, doll clothing seamstress
she does look pretty good! :)
(ID #60881) Posted on 2007/10/25 05:07
im not a figure fan..but this cud be the only figure that i feel like getting one..no candy girl version? lol -_-;
(ID #60947) Posted on 2007/10/25 14:05
Oh, do I ever want this figure.. I've been wanting this figure for some time now, I must have her! Thank god for tuition, or I would of purchased her already..
(ID #60984) Posted on 2007/10/25 21:04
damn. i wanted this so much and i couldnt get it since september T_T its so sad....
(ID #61198) Posted on 2007/10/28 03:36
Shucks, I missed the pre-order for this figure from one of the shop here in sg.
(ID #61199) Posted on 2007/10/28 03:43
this figurine looks nice overall.. luckily i'm not one of the dead hard fan for Kureha.. there's quite a few more release for Kureha recently if my memories didn't fail
(ID #61259) Posted on 2007/10/28 14:53
wahoouu very nice O_O
(ID #62017) Posted on 2007/11/03 22:56
doctorfugue
I want to let anyone who wants to know that putting the bow in can be difficult, but it actually threads through a spot in her hair (while making sure the wire stays outside of the hair) and there are two posts (one in the hand and one on the upper arm). It manages to fit perfectly. By the way, great site.
(ID #62031) Posted on 2007/11/04 01:42
Well this figure is the best I have seen. It did want to make me go and watching Shining Tears X Wind to see more of Kureha but no way does she look as good in 2d - in fact I think they must have changed her face alittle when making this figure...
(ID #62043) Posted on 2007/11/04 03:57
she is discountinued already, i think theres no other way to get her T_T. maybe those people like me could write a petition to max factory to beg them for re manufacture ?
(ID #62560) Posted on 2007/11/07 10:16
draw_de
Serious? What are the chances that MF will make more?
(ID #62741) Posted on 2007/11/08 08:29
She is Discontinued? OMG I am so lucky, I just got mine couple days ago. I can't put her down, already took over 40 pictures with Kureha ^^
(ID #62971) Posted on 2007/11/10 03:13
maybe she would be continued if like 100 000 would want it too.since septemeber i hav been trying to find a way to get her, its like impossible already.
(ID #63936) Posted on 2007/11/18 04:50
susan in 東京、神奈川、埼玉
クレハいいですよね！ （しかし見本に比べて若干、劣化してるのが残念でした。特に目と眉の間隔・・・） クレハといえば、２００８年の４月にコトブキヤからまたクレハがでますが、 あれはかなりオススメですｗ 是非レビューに期待です＾＾
(ID #65547) Posted on 2007/12/01 08:12
Danny, Extremely good recommendation. After checking out your pics.....it makes my hands itch as well to get hold of Kureha too. I have already located where i can get hold of her already and planning to go to the outlet soon to pick her up. Definitely a nice figure to add to my collection. Good stuff.
(ID #65937) Posted on 2007/12/04 14:59
I'm not sure if anyone else notice this but you positioned the bow incorrectly. Thats why the bow seems fragile. You need to have the bow pass through her hair, her hair has a gap.
(ID #67688) Posted on 2007/12/23 15:41
Student and full-time otaku
Well, despite that, the bow simply is fragile (careful with the wire). Now just to find a high-up place to put her, as she's kinda looking down on you
(ID #69247) Posted on 2008/01/10 12:31
Part human, part student, 100% loser
YUM! Those eyes, both pairs, sure are seducing...
(ID #70648) Posted on 2008/01/25 08:14
