Medicom Toys produces pieces in various sizes: from the Bearbrick 1000% to the Bearbrick 400%, the most cherished by collectors, but smaller sizes are also available. Highly sought after are the editions created in collaboration with contemporary artists and designers like Karl Lagerfeld and Vivienne Westwood, as well as with contemporary artists Kaws and Jean Michel Basquiat. From the spooky Bearbricks inspired by the most famous horror films to Bearbricks dedicated to DC Comics superheroes, and Bearbricks honoring acclaimed artists. What sets Bearbricks apart from other collectible models is the themes they represent. Each Bearbrick is made of nine parts: head, torso, hips, arms, hands, and legs.
Medicom's Bearbrick toys depict the image of the stylized anthropomorphic bear from which they take their name.
Today, the popular Bearbrick toys are available in various sizes and materials, ranging from wood to porcelain, carbon fiber, and plastic. Thanks to Medicom Toys, Bearbrick has revolutionized the concept of action figures, transitioning from simple toy models to "art toys" for collectors and icons of street culture.
The company was founded in Japan in 1996 and launched its first toy in 2001 as a gift for visitors to the 12th World Character Convention in Tokyo. Bearbricks (also known as are collectible toys produced by the Japanese company Medicom Toys and are widely known and appreciated worldwide.