When it comes to shopping for Anime fans, it’s a lot easier than you think. But if you’re stumped, I’m here to help. As an anime fan myself, I’ve watched everything from the classics like “Dragon Ball Z” to popular anime to Netflix adaptations like “One Piece,” and have collected a few staple items along the way.
To help you out this holiday season, I’ve shared some of the best toys and gifts that any anime fan will love, from Funko Pops to action figures to manga. And they’re all under $50, so you don’t even have to break the bank to get their favorite holiday, birthday or Christmas gift. Happy shopping!
Anime-Themed Gifts and Toys
- Catch That Pokémon: You can never go wrong with a pack of Pokémon cards. And according to my seven and 12-year-old cousins, they’re basically the IT cards that all the kids are collecting. A pack of 50 is just $5 on Amazon and comes with tons of assorted Pokémon. Still don’t believe me? Just ask the over 74,600 customers who left glowing reviews — just $5!
- Gotta Catch ‘Em All: Any “Pokémon” fan will love displaying this happy Pikachu Funko Pop on their desk or bookshelf. While I like to keep my Funko Pops in the box, this one is less than four inches and looks good in or out of the box — just $14!
- I Choose Pikachu: For the ones who prefer plushies over collectibles, cuddle up to this Pikachu Plush Pillow. Yes, it’s super soft, but it also looks like it jumped straight out of the animation. And it looks perfect in any bedroom, living room, at-home theater or game room — just $15!
- Super Saiyan Powers: For any “Dragon Ball Z” fan who loves the Super Saiyan arc, they’ll equally love this Goku Funko Pop, which features his signature yellow hair change and iconic blue and orange uniform — just $7!
- Give Me Energy: If the “Dragon Ball Super” series is more their speed, they can add this Goku figure to their collection. It’s incredibly detailed, mimicking Goku’s signature look, and it has multiple points of articulation for his spirit bomb pose, kamehameha fighting stance and more iconic poses — just $21!
- Demon Slayer: What better way to celebrate the current release of the new “Demon Slayer” movie than by going back to where it all started? Grab this paperback manga for your favorite Tanjiro and Nezuko fans for less than $10. It’s the perfect standalone gift or you can add to an anime-themed basket — just $7!
- Find the One Piece: While we’re all patiently awaiting season two of the Netflix adaptation of “One Piece,” OG fans of the anime will love this Zoro action figure. He’s holding his three swords, waiting for battle and wearing his signature green robes — just $18!
- Straw Hat Pirates: If Luffy is their favorite character, give them this Funko Pop figure. While it doesn’t have gum gum stretching powers, it does look exactly like him, down to the scars, straw hat and outfit — just $10!
- Jujutsu Kaisen: Another one for the Funko Pop collectors — because you can never have too many Funko Pops, am I right? — “Jujutsu Kaisen” fans can display this Saturu Gojo figure anywhere — just $15!
- Believe It!: “Naruto” fans, we haven’t forgotten about you! In this fun figure, Naruto is doing his signature pose, aka the Naruto run — just $13!
- Perfect for Cosplay: And if they’re dressing up as Naruto for Halloween or love a good cosplay look, snag this Naruto Headband for them to complete their look — just $20!
- Game Night: Alongside the OG’s like “Dragon Ball,” “Sailor Moon” is the blueprint for popular anime today, and if you have a friend who loves gaming and dressing up as Usagi or Sailor Mars, this Sailor Moon version of Monopoly is the perfect gift. Great for game nights, it’s basically just like the board game, but with colorful and fun designs — just $43!
- DVD Collection: Even though we’re in the era of streaming, DVDs will never go out of style. Add to their collection with this “Spirited Away” Blu-ray DVD — just $15!
- Become a Hero: “My Hero Academia” is one of the most popular anime series, so it’s no surprise that the vol. 1 manga is a number-one bestseller. If they’ve watched the show but haven’t read the manga yet, score them this gift for less than $10. They’ll love comparing it to the show — just $7!
