Pokémon Mini Figures and Blind Bags (2026): Every Brand
By Dexhaul Team · October 12, 2026 · 7 min read
There are four main Pokémon mini figure and blind bag lines in 2026: Funko Bitty Pop, Bandai Gashapon, Bandai Capchara, and import blind boxes such as the Kaichu and Sweet Craft collections.
Each works differently. Funko Bitty Pop gives you three confirmed characters plus one mystery in a windowed box. Bandai Gashapon and Capchara figures are Japan-origin imports.
Import blind boxes are fully random, with no window. Knowing which format you are buying matters before you spend a dollar.
Start with Funko Bitty Pop if you want predictability at a US-friendly price. Start with Bandai Capchara if you want a specific non-random character at the lowest import price.
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Every Pokémon mini figure and blind bag line
| Brand | Line | What you get | Approx. size | Price observed Oct 2026 | In stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funko | Bitty Pop Series 1–4 | 4-pack: 3 visible + 1 mystery figure | ~1.25 in | $13.00–$16.99 per 4-pack | Yes |
| Bandai | Gashapon (multiple sub-lines) | 1 random capsule figure per purchase | 1–2 in | $5.95–$8.95 per figure | Yes |
| Bandai | Capchara Vol. 1–14+ | 1 non-random figure, sold individually | 2.5–3 in | $3.95–$7.95 per figure | Yes |
| Various | Import blind boxes (Kaichu, Sweet Craft, Qface) | 1 fully random figure per sealed box | 2–3 in | CA$18.95–$22.50 per box | Yes |
| Nanoblock | Mini Collection blind bags | 1 random micro-build kit | Micro (1–2 in built) | CA$10.00 per bag | Yes |
Prices are observed from independent merchant listings via DexHaul in October 2026. The Bulbapedia Funko article documents the full history of officially licensed Pokémon Funko products.
Where to start
Best for gifts: Funko Bitty Pop 4-Pack
Funko Bitty Pop is the easiest entry point. The windowed box shows three of the four figures, so the recipient is not completely in the dark.
Series 1 has Pikachu, Psyduck, and Snorlax. Series 4 has Squirtle alongside newer characters.
Each figure stands about 1.25 inches, which is roughly half the height of a standard Funko Pop. They fit on a desk without claiming much real estate, and the box doubles as a small display case.
Best for collectors: Bandai Capchara Vol. 11–14
Bandai Capchara figures are non-random. You pick the volume, you know which characters it contains, and you pay a flat price of $3.95 to $7.95 per figure at import shops.
Bulbapedia documents the Bandai Gashapon and Capchara line history going back to the late 1990s: over 20 volumes with distinct Pokémon rosters. That long run means many volumes remain available from collector-focused import shops even years after their original release.
Best for import Gashapon experience: Bandai Gashapon sub-lines
Bandai's Gashapon Pokémon sub-lines cover distinct themes: the Dragon Type Swing Collection, the Eeveelution Clip series, and the Light-up Battle Collection.
The randomness here is genuine. Each capsule is one figure you do not choose.
For the Swing and Clip series, the figure has a loop or clip attachment so it can hang from a bag zip. The Light-up Battle Collection adds a small LED to the base.
Telling real lines apart
Every line listed above is officially licensed by The Pokémon Company. Unlicensed figures do exist, and they tend to appear in multi-packs of 100 or more at very low prices per figure.
The tell: official figures show the Pokémon Company International copyright line on the underside or packaging. Funko figures carry both the Funko and Pokémon logos on the box. Bandai figures carry the Bandai copyright.
Japan-only vs US-available
Funko Bitty Pop is manufactured for the US market and available from domestic retailers. Bandai Gashapon and Capchara originate in Japan.
In the US and Australia, they reach buyers through import specialty shops that stock them in pre-opened, individually priced form. You are not buying from a capsule machine: you are buying a single figure pulled from an import lot.
Import blind boxes like Kaichu and Sweet Craft are also Japan-primary but distributed by North American hobby shops. The packaging is typically printed in Japanese, though the figures need no language to enjoy.
Packaging cues
Funko Bitty Pop boxes are windowed: you can see three figures before you buy. Import blind boxes are fully sealed with no window.
Bandai Capchara figures from import shops are sold loose or in clear packaging, not in a surprise box at all. Gashapon capsules come in the round clear shell from the original vending machine run.
Collecting and displaying
Funko Bitty Pop figures at 1.25 inches are the smallest of the lot, which makes them well-suited for desk shelf strips or shadow boxes. Eight Series 1 figures line up in about 6 inches of shelf width.
Bandai Capchara at 2.5–3 inches are closer to the MonCollé scale, so they mix well on a shelf alongside standard figure lines. See the TOMY Pokémon Figures guide for a look at how Capchara compares to the MonCollé and TOMY Action Figure lines in height and detail.
Gashapon sub-types differ by display purpose. Clip and Swing variants are for bags, lanyards, or zipper pulls rather than shelves. Light-up figures need a surface where you can reach the button without knocking neighbours over.
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All five line types share one practical storage note: the figures are small enough to scatter and lose. A divided display tray or a clear lid acrylic case keeps each character visible and stationary. The Pokémon DesQ Desktop Figures guide covers dedicated display options for mini figures in the Re-Ment range, many of which apply here too.
Mini figure gift picks for Q4
The mini figure format is one of the strongest Pokémon gift picks in the under-$20 bracket. All five lines ship quickly from hobby retailers and pack small, which matters in the October-to-December window.
Funko Bitty Pop 4-packs are the safest all-ages choice: no randomness surprises for the gift-giver, no assembly required, and the characters are immediately recognisable. The Bulbasaur 4-pack is a good alternative to the Pikachu-heavy Series 1 if the recipient already owns that wave.
For someone who already has the Funko Bitty Pop waves, a Bandai Capchara volume at $3.95–$7.95 is a low-cost add-on that fills a different character roster. The import angle also gives it a small novelty premium for collectors who have not encountered the line before. For the full 2026 holiday gift picture, the Pokémon holiday gift guide covers every category from plush to TCG.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a Gashapon and a blind box?
Gashapon figures originate from Japanese capsule vending machines: you insert coins, turn a dial, and receive one random capsule. Import shops sell the figures individually after the run. A blind box is a sealed cardboard box with one random figure inside, typically from a run of 6–12 designs.
Are Funko Bitty Pop figures fully random?
No. Three of the four figures in each 4-pack are visible through a window in the box before purchase. Only the fourth slot holds a mystery figure.
What is a Pokémon Capchara figure?
Capchara is a Bandai figure line sold in Japan, distributed by hobby import shops internationally. Unlike Gashapon, Capchara figures are sold individually at a known price with a specific character, not randomly from a capsule. Volumes 1 through 14 and beyond each cover a distinct set of Pokémon.
Can I complete a full set of Funko Bitty Pop Pokémon?
Funko has released four Pokémon 4-packs through Series 4, plus a 12-piece multipack. Completing a set requires buying multiples of each pack to hit the mystery figure variants, which Funko has not officially published in advance.
Which Pokémon mini figure line has the most characters?
Bandai Capchara spans over 14 volumes and covers a wide range of Pokémon across generations, making it the broadest line by character count of those currently available from import shops. Funko Bitty Pop covers primarily Gen 1 characters across its four series.
Browse every Pokémon mini figure and blind box line from independent shops at dexhaul.com/collections/plush-toys/figures. Results are updated in real time from hundreds of hobby retailers worldwide. DexHaul is independent and not affiliated with The Pokémon Company.
Catch 'em all
Mini figures, blind boxes, and Gashapon imports from independent shops around the world.