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The Problem: Lots of Dragon Maid Figures, but Not All of Them Are the Show You Love
Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid is one of the warmest anime Kyoto Animation has ever made. It’s a story about a tired office worker, a dragon who moves in as her maid, and the odd little family that grows around them. Plenty of fans came for the comedy and stayed because the show made them feel at home.
So it can be a bit of a shock when you go looking for figures. Search for “Dragon Maid figure” and you’ll find a lot of swimsuits, bunny outfits, and versions clearly made for a different kind of collector. The figures that actually capture the cozy, everyday feel of the show are out there. They’re just mixed in with everything else, and a good number of them came out around the second season in 2021 and 2022, so they now sit between re-releases and the secondhand market.
In my experience, the Dragon Maid fans who end up happiest with their shelf are the ones who decide early which side of the franchise they want to collect. This guide focuses on the side that feels like the show itself.
Who This Article Is NOT For
- Collectors looking for adult-oriented figures. Dragon Maid has plenty of those, and this guide deliberately skips them. You won’t find links to swimsuit, bunny, or “suntan” versions here.
- Anyone who wants articulated action figures. There’s no figma line for the main cast, so this guide covers Nendoroids and static figures.
- Fans looking for a Kobayashi figure first. Kobayashi gets far fewer figures than the dragons. The guide is built around the characters you can actually buy.
- Fans who mainly want plush or small goods. Dragon Maid has plenty of plush, acrylic stands, and keychains, but this guide sticks to figures you display on a shelf.
How I Judged Each Type of Dragon Maid Figure
1. Does it feel like the show? For Dragon Maid, the outfit and the mood matter more than the pose. Tohru in her maid uniform, Kanna in a kimono or on a day out, Elma relaxing after work: these are the figures that bring the series to your shelf. I gave extra weight to versions that match the everyday tone of the anime.
2. Size and budget. The same character can cost $80 as a Nendoroid or over $300 as a 1/6 scale figure, and the bigger ones need real shelf space. If you’re not sure how big a 1/7 or 1/6 figure actually is, my guide to figure scale ratios breaks it down.
3. How easy it is to find now. Many of the best Dragon Maid figures were released a few years ago. Some have come back as re-releases, and some only show up pre-owned. A figure you can actually get without overpaying counts for a lot.
Dragon Maid Figure Types Compared
| Format | Main makers | Typical price (new, overseas) | Shelf space | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nendoroid | Good Smile Company | $80–125 | Small | Collecting the whole dragon family side by side |
| 1/7 scale figure | Proof, FuRyu (F:Nex), Good Smile Company | $120–195 | Medium | Cozy, everyday poses with real detail |
| 1/6 scale figure | Kaitendoh, Ribose | $215–305 | Large | One big centerpiece of your favorite character |
| Prize figure | Taito and other prize makers | $20–60 (mostly secondhand) | Small to medium | Trying out the series on a small budget |
Each Type Up Close: Pros and Cons
Nendoroid
Tohru, Kanna, Elma, and Ilulu all have Nendoroids, so this is the one format where you can line up most of the household. Each comes with swappable faces and small props from the series.
- Pros: The easiest way to collect several characters with a matching look. Small enough for any shelf. The faces and props make it simple to recreate favorite scenes, like Tohru proudly serving a meal or Kanna tagging along on an errand.
- Cons: Prices have crept up since release, especially for Tohru and Elma. Some are only available pre-owned at the moment, so check the condition notes carefully.
1/7 Scale Figure
This is where Dragon Maid shines. Proof’s “Relax ver.” figures of Tohru and Elma look like they stepped out of a lazy afternoon in Kobayashi’s apartment. Kanna has a lovely kimono figure from FuRyu’s F:Nex line and a cheerful Holiday Ver. from Good Smile Company.
- Pros: Real detail and paintwork at a reasonable size. Many of the poses reflect the show’s quiet, everyday moments rather than flashy action.
- Cons: The good ones sell out, and secondhand prices can climb above the original price. Each figure is a single pose, so pick the version you love most.
One thing I like about this group is how well the figures sit together. Tohru and Elma’s Relax ver. figures come from the same maker and share the same easygoing mood, so they look like a matching pair rather than two separate purchases. If you have room for two scale figures, that’s a combination I’d seriously consider.
1/6 Scale Figure
Kaitendoh’s 1/6 Tohru is the big one, and it got a 2025 re-release.
- Pros: Real presence on a shelf. If Tohru is your favorite and you want one figure that says so, this is it.
- Cons: The most expensive option by a wide margin, and it needs space. Be careful with secondhand listings at this price. Look for clear photos of the actual box and figure, a maker logo on the packaging, and a seller who ships from Japan. A price far below what other stores ask is a warning sign, not a lucky find.
Prize Figure
Over the years, Taito and other prize makers have put out Tohru and Kanna figures for Japanese crane games.
- Pros: Very cheap compared with scale figures. A nice way to see whether you enjoy having the series on your shelf before spending more.
- Cons: Overseas, they’re mostly secondhand, so stock and prices vary. Less detail than a scale figure.
Which Type Fits You: Recommendations by Use Case
Your first Dragon Maid figure: The Tohru or Kanna Nendoroid. They’re the two faces of the series, and from there you can add the rest of the family at your own pace.
You love Kanna: Go for the F:Nex Haregi (kimono) 1/7 figure or the Holiday Ver. Both capture her as the cheerful kid she is in the show. In my experience, these are the Kanna figures that make people smile when they see them on a shelf.
You love Tohru: The Proof Relax ver. 1/7 if you want everyday Tohru at a sensible size, or the Kaitendoh 1/6 if you want one big centerpiece.
You love Elma or Ilulu: Start with their Nendoroids. Elma also has a Relax ver. 1/7 from Proof that pairs nicely with Tohru’s.
On a tight budget: A secondhand prize figure or a pre-owned Nendoroid. Before buying pre-owned, it’s worth reading my guide to secondhand condition grades so you know what “B” or “box damage” actually means.
The Bottom Line: Where to Buy Your Dragon Maid Figures
Decide which side of Dragon Maid you want on your shelf, start with one or two characters you love, and buy from a store that ships from Japan. That keeps your collection close to the show and away from fakes.
Solaris Japan carries the Nendoroids and most of the scale figures in this guide, both new and pre-owned. There’s no dedicated Dragon Maid page, so the store search is the quickest way to see everything.
- Browse all Dragon Maid items at Solaris Japan
- Nendoroid Tohru
- Nendoroid Kanna Kamui
- Nendoroid Elma
- Nendoroid Ilulu
- Tohru 1/7 Relax ver. (Proof)
- Elma 1/7 Relax ver. (Proof)
- Kanna Kamui F:Nex 1/7 Haregi (2023 re-release)
- Kanna Kamui 1/7 Holiday Ver.
- Tohru 1/6 (Kaitendoh, 2025 re-release)
CDJapan works well as a second option, especially if you’d like to add the Blu-rays or manga to the same order.
Ordering from Japan for the first time? My step-by-step first-time buyer’s guide walks you through it, so your first Dragon Maid figure arrives without any surprises. In my experience, the one surprise people still run into is the final cost of a big scale figure. A 1/6 comes in a large box, and shipping and import fees grow with it, so it’s worth checking the total at checkout before you commit.