Mighty Jaxx - Monster Parade Wave 01 (Limited Edition)

For one night, the creatures of the Monster Realm enter the human world. Marching across Japan, the mischievous bunch makes their way through the city in a procession!

Based on the Hyakki Yakoh, the night parade of one hundred demons, this famous Japanese legend comes to life with a modern twist.

Tokyo-based 3D illustrator Ryogo Toyoda launches his first collaboration with Mighty Jaxx—Monster Parade. Inspired by a traditional folklore, the Hyakki Yako, the collectible features an adorable line up of supernatural entities (“yokai”) marching their way through the streets of Japan at night!

Reimagined in Ryogo’s colorful, whimsical style, each yokai has a personality and inspiration! Explore the world of monsters with us.

• The Oni Soldiers: Front and center is the fearsome ogre-like Red Oni! Wearing samurai-style attire and wielding a large club, the monster is most certainly intimidating. Seated on his left shoulder is the Little Oni soldier, modeled after a bean. Donning a traditional Japanese hat, the Kasa, he is blowing into a conch which is traditionally used to signal the beginning of war. In this case, he is signaling the start of the Monster Parade!
• The Chochin-obake: To the right of the oni soldier is a paper lantern ghost—one of the more famous monsters in Japanese folklore. Made from bamboo and paper, the lantern has been discarded and abandoned after use, turning into a sad spirit. On the bright side, it’s found new friends, marching on in the Monster Parade!
• The Purple Oni: Walking alongside the Red Oni soldier is the Purple Oni—an original character by Ryogo. He is the heartbeat of the parade, banging on the drums and keeping beat as the procession continues through the night. Permanently frowning, Purple Oni is always angry, making him a perfect match for his role!
• The Hyakki Yako: The Night Parade of One Hundred Demons is a popular Japanese folklore, where a parade of a hundred different yokai march through the streets of Japan at night. It has inspired many Japanese artists throughout the years—beginning with depictions on scrolls.
• The story that started this myth goes like this: A young nobleman was ordered to move from his house in Kyoto to the imperial court in Fukuhara. When he returns, he finds his house filled with a hundred yokai–having a great party! He goes on to pray to Buddha and by dawn, the monsters scatter.

Join the parade and march on.

Ryogo Toyoda

Based in Tokyo, Ryogo specializes in 3D illustrations and motion design. Best known for his bright, toy-like designs, he draws inspiration from the many facets of Japanese culture and daily living.

• 7” Vinyl + Polystone Base Art Toy