Tezuka Osamu Productions Tetsuwan Atom Flapping Door Action Mechanical Tin Toy, Astro Boy, Deadstock

A retro Japanese mechanical tin toy of Tetsuwan Atom, the Astro Boy of Osamu Tezuka, built around a flapping door action. Standing 23 cm tall, this example is offered in deadstock condition, a rare state for a toy made to be played with.

The Piece

This tin toy carries Tetsuwan Atom under Tezuka Osamu Productions and is built around a flapping door action mechanism. Tetsuwan Atom, known abroad as Astro Boy and also as Mighty Atom, was created by Osamu Tezuka and first serialized in 1952; the character became the foundation of Japanese television animation and of Japan's character toy industry.

Details

• Maker: Tezuka Osamu Productions (character license)
• Line/Series: Tetsuwan Atom (Astro Boy)
• Origin: Japan
• Material: Tin plate
• Mechanism: Flapping door action, mechanical
• Measurements: Height 23 cm

Condition

Japonista grade S · Unworn or as new, complete with original packaging.

Deadstock condition.

Authenticity & Care

Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.

Delivery from Japan

Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our published policy.

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