Transformers Japanese Reissue Toys

Transformers Japanese Reissue

Transformers: Generation 1 Japanese Reissue (also known as Generation One or G1) was the original Transformers toy line that produced from 1984 to 1991. The series was simply called The Transformers until the relaunch in 1992 was titled Transformers: Generation 2, after which fans applied the name Generation 1 (later made official by Hasbro) as a method of separating the different Transformers eras. Often the word "The" is omitted from the name.

The line was born when Hasbro representatives went to the 1983 Tokyo Toy Show in search of prospective toys that they could import to the North America market. At the time, Takara was showcasing several transforming robots toy lines, most particularly the Diaclone and Micro Change series. Hasbro bought the rights to produce the toys, but decided to release them under a single brand to avoid confusing the market with several series with the same theme.

Prior to the Hasbro deal, Takara briefly sold Diaclone toys in specialty toy shops in the U.S. under the "Diakron" moniker, while in some parts of Europe, Diaclone enjoyed a small following with a comic book series for that market.

Hasbro had a business relationship with Marvel Comics, which had successfully produced the Hasbro tie-in comic book G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, based on the Hasbro action figure. Marvel was approached once again to provide a backstory for the new toy line. Marvel editor-in-chief Jim Shooter and writer Dennis O'Neil created an overall story, and editor Bob Budiansky was brought in to create names and profiles for the characters.

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Manufacturer	Item Name	Price
Takara	Transformers Collection Galvatron Re-Issue D-62-S Purple Not just a reissue!! This has the colour from the movie. Galvatron now has movie accurate purple on his body. Face has been remolded to look more...	£249.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Collection Star Convoy Re-Issue This is the return of Optimus Prime - Star Convoy! This is not just another re-issue, this is a whole new collector's item. It comes packaged in a G1...	£94.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers e-Hobby # Encore: City Guardian Omega Supreme Transformers e-Hobby # Encore: City Guardian Omega Supreme. The Encore: City Guardian Omega Supreme Recolor E-Hobby Exclusive is colored in dark...	£205.95 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore #20 Devastator Gift Set Back once again for another G1 Classic Reissue the Awesome 2011 Devastator Combiner Set.Stands Approx 12 Inches Tall in Robot Mode. Official...	£109.95 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore 2007 - E-hobby Transformers Blk Ironhide Transformers Encore 2007 - E-hobby Transformers Encore Ironhide Protection Black Version Exclusive Limited Edition Japanese Import Item.Very...	£69.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore 2007 - Ironhide Generation 1 returns with the 2007 Renewal Packaging Encore figures. Each 4 series 1 figures will have all new packaging separating them from the now...	£38.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore 2007 - Jazz (Meister) Transformers Encore 2007 - Jazz (Meister) Jazz is equipped with a photon rifle, missiles, and a missile launcher. Jazz serves the function of Special...	£38.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore 2007 - Ratchet Generation 1 returns with the 2007 Renewal Packaging Encore figures. Each 4 series 1 figures will have all new packaging separating them from the now...	£39.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore 2007 - Sky Lynx Reissue Sky Lynx is the first new reissue in quite some time. Sky Lynx features a shuttle mode, a bird mode, a lynx mode, and a robot mode derived from the...	£59.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore 2007 - Soundwave Generation 1 returns with the 2007 Renewal Packaging Encore figures. Each 4 series 1 figures will have all new packaging separating them from the now...	£44.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore 2008 - #11 Skywarp & Thundercracker Generation 1 returns with the 2008 Renewal Packaging Encore figures. Each figure will have all new packaging separating them from the now impossible...	£72.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore 2008 - #12 Metroplex Generation 1 returns with the 2008 Renewal Packaging Encore figures. Each figure will have all new packaging separating them from the now impossible...	£94.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore 2008 - #13 Trailbreaker Transformers Encore 2008 - #13 Trailbreaker. Generation 1 returns with the 2008 Renewal Packaging Encore figures. Each figure will have all new...	£39.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore 2008 - #14 Hoist Transformers Encore 2008 - #14 Hoist. Generation 1 returns with the 2008 Renewal Packaging Encore figures. Each figure will have all new packaging...	£39.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore 2008 - Minibot 5-Pack with Bumblebee Transformers Encore 2008 - Minibot 5-Pack with Bumblebee Bumblebee: Function: Espionage. Bumblebee’s face is resculpted to resemble that of his...	£44.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore 2009 - Ironhide & Ratchet Head Set Transformers Encore 2009 - Ironhide & Ratchet Head Set Generation 1 returns with the 2009 Renewal Packaging Encore figures. Each figure will...	£25.95 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Encore- E-Hobby Exclusive Black Megatron Transformers Encore- E-Hobby Exclusive Black Megatron. Generation 1 returns with the 2009 Renewal Packaging Encore figures. Each figure will have...	£67.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Generations - Exclusive Skids & Screech Set Transformers Generations 2009 & Exclusive Skids & Screech Set. .	£133.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers KM-02 Knight Morpher Annihilator Transformers KM-02 Knight Morpher Annihilator.Japanese Import Item. Limited Edition of 1 of 2000 pieces Worldwide. Product Features • Joints improved...	£99.95 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Reissue Takara - Predaking 2010 Box Set The stunning Predaking gets a new reissue in 2010. Same gigantic figure with multiple transformation possibilities.Stands Approx 12 Inches Tall.	£169.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Takara Encore Reissue #19 Cassette Big Mission 3 Takara Transformers Encore Reissue #19 Cassette Big Mission 3 Set of 4	£49.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Takara Re-Issue Collector's Series #20 Kup A fantastic re-Issue of the original Gen-1 Transformer! Includes a deluxe gatefold box that features filecards and an exclusive trading cards!...	£59.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers Takara Re-Issue Collector's Series # 15 Stepper Transformers Takara Re-Issue Collector's Series.A fantastic re-Issue of the original Gen-1 Transformer! Includes a deluxe gatefold box that features...	£54.99 ... more info
Takara	Transformers THS-02 Hybrid Style Convoy. Transformers THS-02 Hybrid Style Convoy. THS-02 Hybrid Style Convoy gets reissued. This fantastic collectors set features diecast metal bits,full...	£63.49 ... more info

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Date Expected

Transformers Masterpiece Takara MP-11- Coronation Starscream

03/13/2012