{"rewrite":{"id":"r_406d3fe3b5da47ce9da99819","clusterId":"c_c11297cfbc01447aa9a3ff68","slug":"kawada-releases-four-pre-assembled-pokemon-nanoblock-figures","model":"deepseek-v4-flash","headline":"Kawada Releases Four Pre-Assembled Pokemon Nanoblock Figures","summary":"Kawada will release four 'n-fig Pocket Monsters' figures from May 23. The pre-assembled nanoblock-style figures feature Pikachu, Charmander, Bulbasaur, and Squirtle, each with a Monster Ball-shaped charm. The studs are compatible with Nanoblock for customization. Each costs 1,320 yen.","whyItMatters":"Kawada's n-fig line removes assembly time from nanoblock-style figures, and the Pokemon license adds a major franchise to the format.","webCardHtml":"\u003cp\u003eKawada's n-fig line, which sells pre-assembled nanoblock-style figures, adds Pokemon to its catalog. The four figures-Pikachu, Charmander, Bulbasaur, and Squirtle-each come with a Monster Ball-shaped charm on a detachable keychain. The studs on the figures are compatible with standard Nanoblock pieces, so owners can add small custom parts. The figures are priced at 1,320 yen each and go on sale May 23 through the Kawada official website.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePikachu\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharmander\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulbasaur\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSquirtle\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","blueskyPost":"Kawada's pre-assembled n-fig figures trade the nanoblock building experience for instant display. The Monster Ball charm and stud compatibility suggest the product targets collectors who want customization without construction.","twitterPost":"Kawada's n-fig figures eliminate nanoblock assembly entirely. The stud compatibility still invites customization, but the core appeal shifts from building to display.","threadsPost":"Kawada's n-fig line removes the main selling point of nanoblocks: assembly. The figures arrive pre-built, with studs that fit standard nanoblocks for optional customization. The Monster Ball charm is a bonus for collectors. This is a display-first product for people who want the look without the build time.","newsletterBlurb":"Kawada is releasing four pre-assembled Pokemon nanoblock-style figures under its n-fig line. The lineup includes Pikachu, Charmander, Bulbasaur, and Squirtle, each with a Monster Ball-shaped charm. The figures cost 1,320 yen each and launch May 23.","attributionJson":"[{\"source\":\"Inside\",\"url\":\"https://www.inside-games.jp/article/2026/05/22/181691.html\",\"title\":\"Even as Nanoblocks, Cute Pikachu and Friends! All 4 Types of 'Pokémon' 'n-fig' Figures with Zero Assembly Time, Including Monster Ball Charm\"}]","lintFlagsJson":"[]","lintHits":0,"costUsd":0,"inputTokens":3297,"outputTokens":623,"status":"published","repairAttempts":0,"nextRepairAt":null,"factsAttemptedAt":1779826577,"createdAt":"2026-05-21T23:01:45.000Z","publishedAt":"2026-05-21T23:16:26.000Z","updatedAt":"2026-05-21T23:16:26.000Z"},"cluster":{"id":"c_c11297cfbc01447aa9a3ff68","canonicalTitle":"ナノブロックになっても可愛いピカチュウたち！『ポケモン』組み立て時間ゼロの「n-fig」フィギュア全4種、モンスターボール型チャーム付き","representativeArticleId":"a_fdd2fc3661e4d2fd99a938e2","sourceCount":1,"writtenSourceCount":1,"writeAttempts":0,"isSolo":true,"entitiesJson":"{\"anime_titles\":[],\"manga_titles\":[],\"studios\":[],\"people\":[],\"type\":\"release\",\"domain\":\"figures\",\"is_roundup\":false}","contentType":"news","status":"published","firstSeenAt":"2026-05-21T21:00:04.000Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-05-21T21:00:04.000Z","updatedAt":"2026-05-21T23:16:26.000Z"},"attribution":[{"source":"Inside","url":"https://www.inside-games.jp/article/2026/05/22/181691.html","title":"ナノブロックになっても可愛いピカチュウたち！『ポケモン』組み立て時間ゼロの「n-fig」フィギュア全4種、モンスターボール型チャーム付き"}],"entities":{"anime_titles":[],"manga_titles":[],"studios":[],"people":[],"type":"release","domain":"figures","is_roundup":false},"keyFacts":["Kawada will release four pre-assembled Pokemon nanoblock figures on May 23.","The figures are Pikachu, Charmander, Bulbasaur, and Squirtle.","Each figure includes a Monster Ball-shaped charm on a detachable keychain.","The studs on the figures are compatible with standard Nanoblock pieces for customization.","Each figure costs 1,320 yen and will be sold through the Kawada official website."]}