Do you remember a few months back when social media was abuzz with praise for Girls Band Cry? What about the frustration you felt when you went to whatever streaming site you had only to realize it didn’t have the show? Well, rejoice, my fellow weebs. The dark days of sailing the high seas are over. Crunchyroll pulled an MVP move and added it to its roster earlier this week. To celebrate that, we’re here to pitch some of the best Girls Band Cry merch because we know you’re itching for Togenashi Togeari. After all, we are, too.
Girls Band Cry Merch — Nina Iseri 1/7 Figure (Preorder)
Few anime characters reminded me as much of myself as Nina did. It was as if I was looking at myself in a mirror, except I was younger, a hottie, and people liked me. But Nina’s personality endeared me to her so fast that by the end of episode one, I was raising my middle finger along with her. So, it’s safe to say I rushed to preorder the Kotobukiya Nina Iseri 1/7 figure.
Sculpted by Yudai Seki and based on an illustration by Nari Teshina, the 7.79″ figure captures everything that makes Nina so captivating. From her passionate mid-yell expression to her commanding stance, the figure sends chills up your spine. The neon yellow patches and belt on the figure contrast against the bluish palette of her Wrong World outfit. Her denim jacket and short jeans blaze with patches, and the leg sticker is a kawaii little touch on the Nina Iseri 1/7 figure. Why? One should always be thankful for another reason to look at a waifu’s soft thighs. That’s why!
As someone who frequents concerts, I can tell you that someone at a rock show with a battle vest stinks. The heavier the music, the more pungent the smell. But not Nina. Her battle vest would smell like a field of lavender or mountain pines, and that’s rarer than an upfront tsundere. The Kotobukiya Nina Iseri 1/7 figure is set to retail for $199 and will ship in April 2025. Preorder Nina’s figure here.
Tomo Ebizuka 1/7 Figure (Preorder)
I’m a big fan of gap-moe. Hell, I’m a big fan of contradictions in general. Something about having something that looks like it’s supposed to be a certain way but acts differently makes me giddy. That’s why I love feminine tomboys so much. So, seeing a dainty ojousan in a rock band fills me with glee. And with Tomo Ebizuka, Girls Band Cry made sure that was a joy I could revel in. And seeing the haughty keyboardist vibe to their music was soul-cleansing.
Another soul-cleansing thing is the immaculate Tomo Ebizuka 1/7 figure by Kotobukiya. Sculpted by Kotobuyaki, the 9.1″ figure features the stoic Tomo in her Wrong World outfit. The half-serious, half-frilly dress suits her so well that it bolsters her expression. Another figure from illustrator Nori Teshina, the figure brings out Tomo’s charm. From its kawaii headband to the sheet music that trails behind her and her curtsy pose, the figure is what we in the business world call a solid investment. Expected to ship in May 2025, this must-have piece of merch will set you back $230. Preorder her here.
Girls Band Cry Merch — Subaru Awa 1/7 Figure (Preorder)
I was at a Regurgitated Divinity show the other day. While bree-brees and blast beats were plenty, the kawaii appeal was a zero. Anime spoiled me. Now, when I’m at a concert, I always want hot waifus to take the stage. Since I can’t get that, I’ll rewatch Girls Band Cry religiously. What can I say? It appeals to my taste in music and women. And speaking of my taste in women, the Subaru Awa is an 11/10. *Chef’s Kiss*
Luckily for me (and anyone like me), Subaru also has an upcoming figure by Kotobukiya, and it’s a banger. Sculpted by Ko_nen, the $230, 9.4″ figure features Subaru proudly standing over a Pearl snare. Based on an illustration by Nari Teshina, Togenashi Togeari’s drummer shines with a pose that screams, “Hot, aren’t I?”
Preordering this stellar piece of Girls Band Cry Merch will get you the figure by May next year. While that may sound like a long waiting period, kids, remember 2025 is two months away. Which raises the question, what have you done with your life this year?
Remember the Date With Togenashi Togeari
Last year, I entered my thirties and welcomed senility into my life. That may sound like a joke, but overnight, I went from being a moderately functioning recluse to a recluse with a midlife crisis who couldn’t remember what day or date it was. For my own well-being, I’ll assume all the people reading this who are over 30 feel the same way. If not, humor me. Aqua-sama knows I need it. Luckily for us, J-List has something to cure this midlife malady. With the new 2025 Girls Band Cry calendar, one can keep up with time in the most kawaii ways. Best of all, there’s no waiting period! You can buy one today!
What’s The Show About?
Figuring out one’s place in life can be a lifelong journey. It may seem like a simple concept in your younger years. But the moment you reach adolescence and realize that things are rarely as simple as they seem, life gets way more complicated. When life’s at its best, you’ll struggle with this, but if you have trouble fitting in, things get way more convoluted. Those are the challenges facing the bright but fragile Nina Iseri. Nina Iseri dropped out of high school after realizing home had nothing to offer her. She moved to Tokyo to attend cram school and enter a decent university. A move that her favorite band inspired.
However, Nina’s arrival in Tokyo was less than glamorous, as she lost her way and couldn’t access her apartment because of those misadventures. Because of that, Nina learned that life works in mysterious ways after meeting a guitarist. A guitarist in the band that inspired her move! After a quick friendship, the two start their own band, hoping to make it big.
Girls Band Cry aired as part of the Spring 2024 anime season. Toei Animation animated the Agehassprings-produced show. Togenashi Togeari has released two studio albums, “Togeari” and “Togenashi,” as well as several top-20 singles and music videos. You can check out Togenashi Togeari’s songs and other content on their official YouTube channel or Spotify. Check out Girls Band Cry on Crunchyroll!
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