A Retro Anime Gift Guide: Nostalgic Presents for Old-School Fans

Anime is an art form that’s been around longer than you probably realize. Animation in Japan started in 1917, with anime entering mainstream popularity around the 1980s. Soon, anime’s influence quickly spread worldwide. Cowboy Bebop, Pokemon, Sailor Moon, and Fist of the North Star are just a few of the most popular retro anime series.

Are you preparing for someone’s birthday or the upcoming holiday season? If you need gift ideas for an old-school anime fan, Plaza Japan has you covered! Check out this list of nostalgic presents in Plaza Japan’s retro anime gift guide.

Pokemon Plushies

If you asked most current anime fans: “What’s the first anime you watched?” Many people would excitedly state that Pokemon made them fans of anime. During the 1990s, nearly every child caught Pokemon on their Game Boys, rushed into the living room to watch the latest Pokemon TV episode, or played this franchise’s popular card game. So, we couldn’t start this anime gift guide without mentioning Pokemon.

A great gift idea for a Pokemon fan in your life is a Pokemon plush toy. Plaza Japan carries a wide range of authentic Pokemon plushies. You’ll find all the classic Pokemon characters, including:

• Pikachu
• Espeon
• Snorlax
• Charizard
• Eevee
• Charmander
• And many others!

These plush toys are great by themselves or as part of a collection. No matter which Pokemon you choose, you’ll bring a spark of joy to anyone who was or remains a fan of this legendary franchise.

Gundam Models

Another popular Japanese franchise is Gundam, which began in 1979. This legendary franchise hasn’t slowed in popularity. Among the many products based on Gundam, it’s hard to find a product line more popular than plastic models. No matter what mecha your gift recipient prefers, there’s probably a model based on it.

The many plastic model kits at Plaza Japan let the Gundam lover in your life assemble life-like plastic models. Authentic Japanese Gundam models are highly detailed and sure to amaze any fan. You can make this idea from our anime gift guide even better by including model-building tools with your gift. No matter how old someone is, gifting a Gundam model can make anyone experience child-like joy.

Naruto Figures

The person you’re shopping for may not have enough time for or interest in model kits. If so, consider purchasing figures based on another popular anime called Naruto. Old-school anime fans remember growing up watching the adventures of Naruto Uzumaki.

Take the anime fan in your life back to a simpler time with Naruto anime action figures. Plaza Japan has authentic Japanese figures based on this franchise’s many characters, including Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, Sakura Haruno, and many others.

These incredibly detailed figures are great for displaying. However, your gift recipient might not resist the urge to take these figures out of their packages to reenact their favorite childhood scenes.

Don’t panic if your gift recipient isn’t a Naruto fan! Plaza Japan also carries figures from other popular anime and manga, including Cowboy Bebop, Dragon Ball Z, Neon Genesis Evangelion, and many others.

Sanrio Photocard Holders

No anime gift guide is complete without mentioning Sanrio. This company created Hello Kitty, Pompompurin, Kuromi, and other legendarily cute characters. If the person you’re shopping for isn’t into toys, why not buy them a Sanrio photocard holder?

Plaza Japan offers picture frames, photo albums, and more from Sanrio. Whether the anime fan you know loves Pochacco, My Melody, or other iconic Sanrio characters, these Kawaii items are perfect for storing treasured photographs. Before giving this type of gift, you can place photos of yourself and your loved one or let them fill these books with their own chosen pictures.

If you enjoy bundling gifts together, Plaza Japan also carries housewares, clothing, and toys based on Sanrio’s wide range of lovable characters.

As you can see, there are many great gifts for old-school anime fans. We hope this anime gift guide helps you find the perfect presents. Order from Plaza Japan today to complete your holiday shopping before it’s too late! While shopping at our online store, you may also find a few special items for yourself.

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