TV Anime Lucky☆Star Konata Izumi Gym Uniform Ver. 1/4 Scale (FREEing/B-STYLE)

[Hard to Find!] Konata Izumi Gym Uniform Ver. 1/4 Scale (FREEing/B-STYLE) Review | A Stunning Big-Size Figure to Add to Your Collection!

Figure Overview
Character & Series Background
1. Konata Izumi
2. What is Lucky☆Star?
Popularity & Demand in Japan
Voices from Overseas Fans
Related Products
Summary

Figure Overview

・Product Name: TV Anime Lucky☆Star – Konata Izumi Gym Uniform Ver.
・Manufacturer / Line: FREEing (B-STYLE)
・Scale: 1/4 (Approx. 30cm tall)
・Release: June 2009 (First Edition) / June 2011 (Re-release)
・Material: PVC & ABS / Real Fabric Costume
・Accessories: Special star-shaped base

The massive 1/4 scale size combined with a real cloth gym uniform truly represents the essence of FREEing’s B-STYLE line. The realistic fabric texture and natural wrinkles look great in photos, while Konata’s blue hair, expressive face, and sporty gym uniform perfectly capture her playful personality. At this scale, the figure easily becomes the centerpiece of any shelf. Displaying her alongside Kagami, Tsukasa, and Miyuki from the same series makes for an absolutely stunning collection.

Character & Series Background

Konata Izumi

Konata Izumi is the main protagonist and the “face” of Lucky☆Star.
She is easily recognized by her long blue hair and large green eyes. Portrayed as an “otaku high school girl,” Konata deeply loves anime and video games. Despite her petite stature and childlike appearance, she is athletic and quick-witted—though not academically inclined. Her sharp tongue, sarcastic humor, and frequent pop culture references constantly keep those around her on their toes.

Her charm lies in her close connection to otaku culture. From quoting anime lines in everyday conversation to pulling all-nighters in online games, she embodies the habits and quirks that resonated strongly with anime fans of the time. Because of this, Konata is beloved not only in Japan but also internationally as a relatable character and even as a symbol of otaku culture.

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CV: Aya Hirano (English Dub: Wendee Lee)
Aya Hirano is internationally recognized for voicing Konata Izumi in Lucky☆Star and Haruhi Suzumiya in The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya. Her other notable roles include Misa Amane in DEATH NOTE, Lucy Heartfilia in FAIRY TAIL, and Dende in Dragon Ball Super. With a wide range that spans from comedic otaku girls to serious, dramatic characters, Hirano has become one of Japan’s most well-known voice actresses worldwide.

What is Lucky☆Star?

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Origin: Lucky☆Star began as a 4-panel manga by Kagami Yoshimizu in 2003.

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TV Anime: Adapted by Kyoto Animation, the TV series aired from April to September 2007 with a total of 24 episodes and quickly became a breakout hit.

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Theme Song: The opening theme “Motteke! Sailor Fuku” (released 2007/05/23) became a cultural phenomenon.

Popularity & Demand in Japan

・From the reservation stage, this figure drew major attention. Online shops reported “sold out upon preorder”, and the unique combination of FREEing’s 1/4 scale size with real fabric gym uniform made headlines in figure magazines and fan forums.

・The first release in 2009 sold out quickly at most retailers, and the 2011 re-release was also fully booked before shipping. Reviews from the time are filled with comments such as “Finally managed to reserve it!” and “I was too late and had to hunt everywhere because it was sold out.”

・The demand was especially high because many fans wanted to collect the full set of FREEing’s 1/4 Gym Uniform Series (Konata, Kagami, Tsukasa, and Miyuki).

・Since no re-release has been issued after 2011, the figure is now considered rare and premium, with demand remaining strong over a decade later.

Konata Izumi is the iconic face of Lucky☆Star, and her inclusion in FREEing’s B-STYLE 1/4 scale lineup was a huge event at the time. The impressive size and real cloth outfit gave the figure an undeniable presence, leading to preorders selling out immediately upon announcement.

Today, it is recognized as a rare collector’s item with lasting value. Among the four-character set, Konata is often seen as “the must-have piece”, making her a centerpiece for any serious Lucky☆Star or Kyoto Animation collection.

Voices from Overseas Fans

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“Konata isn’t just the face of the series, I think she’s one of the most popular characters in anime history.”

“Aya Hirano became super famous thanks to playing Konata.”

“Sure, most fans are guys, but Konata isn’t just a fluffy ‘moe’ character—she’s funny and relatable, too.”

“She ranked 7th in the Saimoe Tournament and 3rd in Newtype’s popularity poll… the numbers prove Konata’s popularity is real.”

“On overseas forums you’ll still see people saying, ‘Konata is my wife’ (lol).”

“I often see posts on social media like, ‘I want Konata’s figure!’ or ‘This brings back so many memories…’”

Summary

Merchandise related to Konata Izumi has spanned figures, video games, CDs, OVAs, and books, with the peak of releases concentrated between 2007–2009, around the TV anime broadcast.

Among them, the FREEing 1/4 scale Gym Uniform Ver. stands out as a legendary release thanks to its real fabric costume, massive scale, and sold-out preorder history. Even today, it remains a premium collector’s item, highly valued by both Japanese and international fans.

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TV Anime Lucky☆Star Konata Izumi Gym Uniform Ver. 1/4 Scale (FREEing/B-STYLE)

Figure Overview

Character & Series Background

Konata Izumi

What is Lucky☆Star?

Popularity & Demand in Japan

Voices from Overseas Fans

Related Products

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