Bandai Taikoyaku Stormtrooper

As the name suggests, Taiko Yaku comes carrying a Japanese war drum (“taiko”). Fashioned at his waist is a conch shell, ready at any second to signal troops to attack! Traditionally, the Taiko Yaku was a vital member who kept the rhythm and maintained the troops formation.

Interchangeable hands for different poses.

Bandai Ashigaru Stormtrooper 2015

Introducing the “Ashigaru” (foot solider in Japanese) Stormtrooper. In this interpretation, Samurai Vader’s foot soldiers of the empire clad in far-gone Japanese feudal era attire and armament.

Tamashii Nations Movie Realization Figures (Bandai)

The word “tamashii” is Japanese for spirit or soul and in this instance; it tries to imbue Bandai’s various toy lines with something more than just plastic and diecast. The Tamashii Nations is like a premium label aimed at collectors.