Looking for retro toys, vintage figures, or Japanese collectibles in Shinjuku?

Located in Shinjuku-sanchome, GORIMARU Vintage Collection offers a changing selection of figures, soft vinyl toys, die-cast robot toys, tin toys, and other hobby collectibles.

One of the most enjoyable parts of shopping for vintage toys is discovering something you would rarely see in a modern toy store.

You might come across a character you remember from childhood, an older Japanese toy design, or simply something unusual that catches your eye.

Vintage Sofubi and Japanese Monster Toys

Sofubi, or Japanese soft vinyl figures, are a popular part of vintage toy collecting.

Characters from Godzilla, Ultraman, and classic Japanese monster series have been made into soft vinyl toys for decades.

Collectors may also be familiar with classic Japanese toy makers such as Bullmark, Marusan, and Popy.

Different eras, manufacturers, colors, and sizes can give the same character a completely different look, which is part of what makes sofubi collecting so interesting.

Chogokin and Classic Robot Toys

Japanese die-cast robot toys are another popular vintage category.

Classic Chogokin toys from makers such as Popy are remembered by many fans who grew up watching Japanese robot anime and television series.

Some collectors search for toys they once owned as children, while others finally buy the items they wanted but could not have at the time.

Vintage toys may be found with their original boxes and accessories, or with signs of play and age. Each condition tells a slightly different story.

Astro Boy, Doraemon and Other Nostalgic Characters

Retro Japanese toys are not limited to monsters and robots.

Characters such as Astro Boy, Doraemon, and Perman have appeared as figures, soft vinyl toys, coin banks, tin toys, and promotional items over the years.

Older wind-up toys and vintage character goods often have a simple, distinctive design that feels very different from modern merchandise.

For some visitors, these toys bring back childhood memories. For others, especially younger collectors, the appeal is simply the unique design and history.

A Different Selection Every Time

GORIMARU Vintage Collection features multiple rental showcases, where individual showcase owners display items they have personally selected.

Because of this, the selection can be quite different from a typical figure or hobby shop.

You may start by looking for a sofubi figure and unexpectedly notice an old robot toy, a vintage character item, or another collectible you have never seen before.

Many vintage and pre-owned toys are one of a kind, so the selection changes regularly.

The brands and characters mentioned here are examples of the kinds of vintage toys collectors often look for and are not guaranteed to be available at all times.

If you are exploring hobby shops, vintage stores, or collectible shops around Shinjuku and Shinjuku-sanchome, stop by and take a look through the showcases.

Part of the fun is simply wondering what you might find today.