As of June 12, 2025, Labubu has released 37 series to date. Following our coverage of the 22nd series, The Monsters Animals Series (2022), we dive into a monstrously creative 2022 release that paid homage to classic Japanese kaiju (giant monster) culture with a distinctive Labubu twist:

The Monsters Kaiju Series

Release Date: July 21, 2022 (2022's Second Release)

Format: Blind Box

Original Price: ~$$11perbox/$100 per case (9 boxes)

Current Market Value (2025): $$300–\$$500 for a full set (9 standard + 2 hidden)

Hidden Pull Rates:

• Giant Underworld: 1:54 (≈1.85%)

• Gorilla King: 1:108 (≈0.93%)

  Hidden Value: $$100–\$$300 each

This series embraced epic monster-movie inspiration:

1. Kaiju Theme: Direct tribute to Japanese giant monster genre (Godzilla, Gamera, etc.)

2. Reduced Cast: Featured Labubu, Tycoco, and Yaya in massive monster forms

3. Dual Hidden System: Two hidden figures with different rarity tiers

4. Compact Format: 9 standard figures (smaller than typical 12-figure series)

Key Designs & Characters

🐲 9 Kaiju + 2 Hidden:

1. Alien Kaiju – Extraterrestrial invader design

2. The Volcano Kaiju – Lava-inspired volcanic creature

3. Sea Monster – Deep ocean leviathan

4. The Mythical Monster – Legendary creature inspiration

5. Monster Bug – Giant insectoid horror

6. Robot Gojimomo – Mecha version (Godzilla homage)

7. Huge Crab – Gigantic crustacean

8. The Unicorn Monster – Mythical horned beast

9. Giant Turtle – Colossal reptilian creature

10. HIDDEN: Giant Underworld (1:54) – Subterranean terror

11. HIDDEN: Gorilla King (1:108) – Primate powerhouse

🎨 Design Highlights:

• Material: PVC with textured monster skin details

• Size: 6–9 cm (standard scale, despite kaiju theme)

• Color Palette: Dramatic monster colors (radioactive green, deep blue, volcanic orange)

• Genre Accuracy: Faithful to kaiju characteristics while maintaining Labubu style

• Detail Level: Intricate scales, armor plating, and monster features

Collector's Perspective in 2025

💰 Market Analysis:

• Strong Appreciation: 3–5x original value due to theme popularity

• Hidden Tier Value: Gorilla King (1:108) commands premium over Giant Underworld

• Genre Appeal: Highly sought after by kaiju and monster movie fans

• Complete Sets: $$300–\$$500 range reflects dual hidden figure challenge

⚠️ Authentication Tip: Check texture details (scale patterns, armor sculpting) and paint applications - authentic pieces show complex layered painting.

Legacy & Impact

The Kaiju Seriesrepresented:

• Genre Expansion: First full kaiju-themed series in collectible market

• Design Ambition: Complex monster designs pushed manufacturing capabilities

• Rarity Innovation: Dual hidden system with different odds added collecting depth

• Cultural Homage: Successful adaptation of Japanese pop culture elements

This series proved Labubu could master monster-within-monster conceptual design.

Final Thoughts

The Monsters Kaiju Seriesstands as a bold creative achievement in Labubu's 2022 lineup. Its combination of Japanese monster culture reverence, sophisticated design execution, and innovative rarity system makes it a standout for genre enthusiasts and serious collectors. While the compact 9-figure format was unusual, it allowed for more focused design attention on each kaiju variation.