BE@RBRICK Series 16 Animal "Miura Jun" (100%)

With Series 16 in 2008, Medicom Toy once again translated a wide spectrum of artists, characters, and design worlds into the distinctive bear shape. In the Animal category of this series, the iconic Bearbrick silhouette meets the quirky visual language of Miura Jun – the Japanese illustrator, essayist, and multi-talented artist, who is primarily known in Japan for his endearingly whimsical humor and his unique, charmingly eccentric world of characters. It is precisely this character that makes the model a collector's item, clearly distinguishing it from the sleek, pop-cultural designs of other Bearbricks.

Even at first glance, its unusual charm stands out: the head is bright green and features a hand-drawn face with curved lines, resembling a friendly, mischievous animal creature – almost a small cartoon character in itself. In stark contrast below, there is a vibrant orange torso with yellow initials as a design element on the chest, while the legs are light blue and the feet are glossy black. The light, slightly transparent ears add a subtle accent. This interplay of green, orange, and blue gives the approximately 7 cm tall figure a cheerful, almost childishly playful aura.

As a single figure in the handy 100% format, this model is excellent for starting a Series 16 collection, as well as a targeted addition for lovers of unusual artist motifs. Precisely because the series dates back to 2008, this edition has long been among the more sought-after representatives and is becoming increasingly difficult to find.

If you want to build a collection with personality and a touch of Japanese pop eccentricity, this figure is a real eye-catcher. It looks equally good on a shelf, in a display case ensemble, or as an original gift for Bearbrick fans – and is guaranteed to bring a smile to any collector's face.