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Kotobukiya Pokémon ArtFX J: Every Statue (2026)

Kotobukiya ArtFX J Florian with Fuecoco Pokémon 1/8 scale statue
Kotobukiya ARTFX J Florian with Fuecoco Statue · $93.79 USD

The Kotobukiya ArtFX J Pokémon line is the only pre-painted figure series to put every main-series game region on one shelf: from Paldea back through Galar, Kalos, Unova, and Sinnoh, with early anime-character releases at the top end.

Every statue is 1/8 scale, roughly 18–22 cm tall, and pairs a regional trainer with their starter partner. Prices start at $77 for the newest figures and rise sharply on the secondary market for older releases. Here is the complete lineup, with what each costs today.

Every Kotobukiya Pokémon ArtFX J Statue

The table below covers every confirmed ArtFX J Pokémon figure, ordered from the most accessible to the hardest to find. Prices are observed storefront prices from independent sellers as of October 12, 2026, not MSRP guarantees. See our trainer-figure price guide for a generation-by-generation budget breakdown.

Figure Region (Generation) Scale Observed price range (Oct 2026) In stock now
Juliana with Sprigatito Paldea (Gen 9) 1/8 $77–$140 USD Yes
Florian with Fuecoco Paldea (Gen 9) 1/8 $90–$150 USD Yes
Victor with Scorbunny Galar (Gen 8) 1/8 $140–$189 USD Yes
Gloria with Sobble Galar (Gen 8) 1/8 $140–$161 USD Yes
Calem with Froakie Kalos (Gen 6) 1/8 $120–$145 USD Yes
Serena with Fennekin Kalos (Gen 6) 1/8 $119–$145 USD Yes
Hilbert with Victini Unova (Gen 5) 1/8 $109–$179 USD Yes (reissue)
Hilda with Tepig Unova (Gen 5) 1/8 $119–$170 USD Yes (reissue)
Nate with Oshawott Unova (Gen 5) 1/8 S$110+ SGD Yes
Lucas with Chimchar Sinnoh (Gen 4) 1/8 $159+ USD Yes
Dawn with Turtwig Sinnoh (Gen 4) 1/8 ¥23,551+ JPY Yes (import)
Dawn with Piplup Sinnoh (Gen 4) 1/8 $201+ USD Yes (resale)
May with Torchic Hoenn (Gen 3) 1/8 $261+ USD Yes (resale)
Red with Charmander Kanto / Anime 1/8 $299–$325 USD Yes (resale)
Red & Pikachu Kanto / Anime 1/8 $455+ USD Yes (resale)

Kotobukiya typically releases both the male and female trainer for each generation. The Gen 7 (Alola) and Gen 2 (Johto) trainer figures have not appeared in the ArtFX J line as of October 2026.

Kotobukiya ArtFX J Juliana with Sprigatito 1/8 scale figure
Pokémon ArtFX J Juliana with Sprigatito 1/8 Scale Figure · $77.37 USD
On this page 6 sections
  1. Every Kotobukiya Pokémon ArtFX J Statue
  2. Where to Start with ArtFX J Pokémon Statues
  3. Telling Authentic ArtFX J Figures Apart
  4. Display and Sizing for 1/8-Scale Statues
  5. ArtFX J as a Holiday Gift
  6. Frequently Asked Questions

Where to Start with ArtFX J Pokémon Statues

The Gen 9 pair, Florian and Juliana, are the clearest starting point in 2026. Both are available from multiple sellers at or near their original price, with Juliana currently the lowest-cost entry in the entire line at $77.37 (observed October 12, 2026).

For collectors who want a trainer from an older region, the Unova reissues offer good value. Hilbert with Victini and Hilda with Tepig have returned to shelves through Kotobukiya's reissue program, making them easier to find than most mid-era figures.

The Kalos pair, Calem and Serena, sit in a comfortable mid-tier. Both are still available from specialty retailers at $119–$145, without requiring a trip to the secondary market.

Pokémon Hilbert with Victini ArtFX J STATUE by Kotobukiya

Pokémon Hilbert with Victini ARTFX J STATUE

$119.99 USD

Telling Authentic ArtFX J Figures Apart

Kotobukiya is a licensed Pokémon partner. Founded in 1953 in Japan, the company has produced officially licensed Pokémon figures since the early 2010s. Genuine figures carry Kotobukiya branding and The Pokémon Company copyright text on the base.

The Pokémon Company's official collectibles page lists current licensed partners and products, including Kotobukiya's active releases.

Japan vs. US packaging

The same sculpture ships in both Japanese and English packaging. The figure inside is identical.

Japan-version boxes use Japanese text for the product name; US versions include English. Product codes match across both: the Hilbert figure, for example, carries code PV346 in both markets.

First run vs. reissue

Kotobukiya periodically re-runs popular figures at new MSRPs. Reissues use updated packaging but the same sculpt.

If a seller labels a figure "re-run" or "reissue," that describes the production batch, not a quality downgrade. Both run identically in hand.

Spotting counterfeits

Counterfeit ArtFX J figures exist. Check the DexHaul guide to spotting fake Pokémon products for packaging cues.

On genuine figures, paint lines at small details (Fuecoco's cream snout marks, Victini's ears) are clean and consistent. Blurred detail or loose-fit bases are a warning sign. Buying from a named licensed retailer is the safest route.

Kotobukiya ArtFX J Victor with Scorbunny Galar trainer Pokémon statue
Kotobukiya ARTFX J Victor with Scorbunny Statue · $139.99 USD

Display and Sizing for 1/8-Scale Statues

At 1/8 scale, ArtFX J figures stand roughly 18–22 cm tall, depending on the pose and accessories. Florian and Juliana, which include dynamic poses with their starters, sit at the taller end of that range.

A standard Detolf or similar glass display cabinet fits three to four figures per shelf with the doors closed. If you plan to build the full regional lineup, budget for at least two shelves: the table above includes 15 confirmed statues, and the line is still growing.

The bases are scenic but compact: each is roughly 10–12 cm in diameter. Figures are not articulated and arrive fully assembled and painted. No assembly or top-coating is required.

Kotobukiya ArtFX J Calem with Froakie Kalos trainer Pokémon statue

Kotobukiya ArtFX J: Pokémon Calem with Froakie Statue

$144.99 USD

ArtFX J as a Holiday Gift

A single ArtFX J statue is one of the cleaner holiday gifts for a Pokémon collector who is past the plush phase. The packaging is collector-grade: a window box that displays well as a gift and doubles as permanent storage.

The Gen 9 figures hit a price bracket that fits most gift budgets. Juliana with Sprigatito at $77 and Florian with Fuecoco at $90–$125 both arrive fully painted with no setup. For a collector whose favorite region is Galar, Kalos, or Unova, the matching trainer pair makes a considered gift with a reason behind it.

For more gift ideas across every category, see the DexHaul Pokémon holiday gift guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are all ArtFX J Pokémon figures 1/8 scale?

Yes. Every trainer figure in the ArtFX J Pokémon line is sculpted at 1/8 scale, typically 18–22 cm tall depending on pose. The scale is consistent across all generations, so figures display well together on the same shelf.

Which ArtFX J Pokémon statue is the cheapest right now?

As of October 2026, Juliana with Sprigatito is the lowest-cost figure in the line, observed from $77.37 USD at independent retailers. The Gen 9 pair (Juliana and Florian) are both significantly cheaper than older releases, which trade at secondary-market premiums.

Are there ArtFX J figures for Ash, Misty, and the anime characters?

Yes. The earliest ArtFX J Pokémon releases were anime-character figures, including Red with Charmander and Red & Pikachu.

These are no longer in active production and trade at $299–$455 or more on the secondary market. Kotobukiya has focused the line on game protagonists since the Gen 3 era.

Does Kotobukiya make ArtFX J figures for every Pokémon generation?

As of October 2026, the line covers Gen 3 (Hoenn) through Gen 9 (Paldea), plus early Kanto anime characters. Gen 1 game protagonists (Red and Leaf from Fire Red/Leaf Green), Gen 2 (Johto), and Gen 7 (Alola) trainers have not appeared in the ArtFX J line. Gen 5 and Gen 9 each have three trainers represented.

What is the difference between ArtFX J and ArtFX+?

ArtFX J figures are 1/8-scale pre-painted trainer statues. ArtFX+ is a separate Kotobukiya line of smaller, snap-fit figures at 1/10 scale. The two lines use different display scales and do not match on the same shelf.

Browse the full range of Pokémon statues and collectible figures from independent sellers at DexHaul's Pokémon statues collection. New listings from hundreds of shops update daily, so it is worth checking back as Kotobukiya releases new figures and older ones cycle in from import retailers.

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