Announcing the Ichiban Kuji My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 Lineup

A Closer Look at the Ichiban Kuji My Dress-Up Darling Season 2

It seems like Bandai Spirits is certainly catering to collectors with this latest announcement. The upcoming Ichiban Kuji: My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 (一番賞 戀上換裝娃娃 Season 2) is slated for release in February 2026, with each try costing 890 JPY (appx. $5.70 USD). The excitement stems from the fact that this is the first time the series is featured in the Ichiban Kuji format, and the initial illustrations generated quite a discussion.

The prize lineup, spanning from A to H plus the Last One Award, looks quite substantial. I’ve been particularly impressed with the main scale offering.

The Centerpiece Figures

The A Prize: Marin Kitagawa Izayoi Arisa Ver. 1/7 Gracemaster Figure is clearly the main draw for serious collectors. Depicting Marin in a bunny outfit, the 23 cm (appx. 9.06 inch) sculpt promises to capture her distinct allure with high fidelity. I appreciate that they went with a 1/7 scale for this premium piece; it allows for excellent detail visibility.

For those who prefer something more dramatic, the Last One Prize: Marin Kitagawa ArtScale Memoria is striking. A 1/3 scale bust showing her sharing a chocolate stick—that’s a confident artistic choice for a top-tier prize. At approximately 18 cm (appx. 7.09 inch) in height, this piece focuses intensely on the character’s expression and texture work. It’s the kind of piece one sets aside for a more private display area, if you catch my drift. This is definitely a section I hope my budget can accommodate without too many questions asked at home.

The Hyper Mega Cross Collection

The mid-tier prizes (B, C, and D) are intriguing because they feature large, approximately 170 cm (appx. 66.93 inch) tall fabric prints—the Hyper Mega Cross series. These are essentially floor-to-ceiling tapestry-style displays, not figures, and offer a very different way to celebrate the characters.

• B Prize: Hyper Mega Cross Marin Kitagawa ～Bridal Ver.～
• C Prize: Hyper Mega Cross Marin Kitagawa ～Zombie Ver.～
• D Prize: Hyper Mega Cross Marin Kitagawa ～Cheerleader Ver.～

These fabric pieces allow for showcasing costume variations that would be too complex or niche for a standard PVC figure release. Seeing the Zombie Ver. as a selectable prize shows a nice willingness to dive into specific character arcs.

Supporting Collectibles

The smaller prizes offer collectible variety. The E Prize features original illustrated acrylic stands (approx. 10–12 cm / 3.94–4.72 inch), which are always nice for adding character presence to a desk setup. The F Prize offers 12 different acrylic stands (approx. 8.5 cm / 3.35 inch), providing extensive character/costume coverage for those who like variety without large scale commitment.

The G Prize is a set of A4 clear folders (12 types), useful for archival purposes, and the H Prize offers 12 types of laser stickers. While smaller, these items are essential for rounding out a full collection set and showcasing the artwork created specifically for this Ichiban Kuji event.

🟢 Product Specifications 🟢

Product Name: Ichiban Kuji: My Dress-Up Darling Season 2

Price Per Draw: 890 JPY (appx. $5.70 USD)

Release Date: February 2026

Prize Breakdown Highlights:

• A Prize: Marin Kitagawa Izayoi Arisa Ver. 1/7 Gracemaster Figure (23 cm / appx. 9.06 inch) ✅
• B/C/D Prizes: Hyper Mega Cross Fabric Displays (Approx. 170 cm / appx. 66.93 inch) ✅
• E Prize: Original Illustration Acrylic Stands (Approx. 10-12 cm / appx. 3.94-4.72 inch) ✅
• Last One Prize: Marin Kitagawa ArtScale Memoria Bust (Approx. 18 cm / appx. 7.09 inch) ✅

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