{"product_id":"gloomy-bear-25th-anniversary-plush-limited-collector","title":"CHAX Plush - Gloomy Bear - 25th Anniversary Ver. [PRE-ORDER]","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA milestone release for a character that never played it safe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwenty-five years in, Gloomy Bear remains one of the most distinctive characters in Japanese pop culture — and this \u003cstrong\u003e35cm anniversary plush by Taito Chax\u003c\/strong\u003e marks the occasion with a collector-grade release that won’t be repeated. Officially licensed, Japan-imported, and produced in a single limited run with no planned restock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you need to know before ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial 25th Anniversary edition\u003c\/strong\u003e — licensed release from Taito Chax, not a generic reproduction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e35cm (approx. 14\") tall\u003c\/strong\u003e — substantial display size, built for shelves and collections, not casual use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJapan import\u003c\/strong\u003e — sourced directly from the Japanese market, where this prize figure was originally released.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s item, not a toy\u003c\/strong\u003e — intended for display purposes. Not suitable for children under 15.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo restock once sold out\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is a single production run. Pre-order stock is the only guaranteed availability window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for Gloomy Bear collectors, Japanese character merchandise enthusiasts, and anyone who tracks limited anime plush releases before they disappear from the market. This \u003cstrong\u003eanniversary plush\u003c\/strong\u003e sits alongside other Taito Chax prize figures as a shelf piece with clear provenance — not something you’ll find restocked at a later date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePre-order windows on limited Japan imports close without warning. Once the allocation is filled, that’s it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this the same as the standard Gloomy Bear plush or is it a special version?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nR: This is a dedicated 25th Anniversary edition by Taito Chax — distinct from the regular lineup in both design and production scope. It’s a limited collector’s release tied specifically to the anniversary milestone, not a reissue of an existing model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What does “prize item” mean — does it affect the quality?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nR: “Prize item” refers to its original Japanese distribution format (arcade prize machines), which is standard for Taito Chax releases. The build quality is consistent with official licensed merchandise — it’s a collector’s designation, not a quality downgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: When will it ship if it’s a pre-order?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nR: As a Japan import on pre-order, the dispatch timeline depends on production and shipping from Japan. You’ll receive an email confirmation with the estimated shipping date once the batch is ready to fulfill.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gloomy Bear Official","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52785247781192,"sku":"BDDF_SKU2lxwJ0PDU6ltd04X","price":45.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/0197\/3320\/files\/WhatsAppImage2025-10-30at16.06.28_598c7759_a5b84a61-5032-4de8-9e24-222c00f8c188.jpg?v=1792587430","url":"https:\/\/ornareliving.com\/lb\/products\/gloomy-bear-25th-anniversary-plush-limited-collector","provider":"Ornare Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}