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“AKIRA — Kaneda’s Bike”, Original Japanese Promotional Poster 2004 (Bandai “Soul of Popynica” PX‑03), Ultra Rare, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) O108
“AKIRA — Kaneda’s Bike”, Original Japanese Promotional Poster 2004 (Bandai “Soul of Popynica” PX‑03), Ultra Rare, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) O108
“AKIRA — Kaneda’s Bike”, Original Japanese Promotional Poster 2004 (Bandai “Soul of Popynica” PX‑03), Ultra Rare, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) O108
“AKIRA — Kaneda’s Bike”, Original Japanese Promotional Poster 2004 (Bandai “Soul of Popynica” PX‑03), Ultra Rare, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) O108
“AKIRA — Kaneda’s Bike”, Original Japanese Promotional Poster 2004 (Bandai “Soul of Popynica” PX‑03), Ultra Rare, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) O108
“AKIRA — Kaneda’s Bike”, Original Japanese Promotional Poster 2004 (Bandai “Soul of Popynica” PX‑03), Ultra Rare, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) O108
“AKIRA — Kaneda’s Bike”, Original Japanese Promotional Poster 2004 (Bandai “Soul of Popynica” PX‑03), Ultra Rare, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) O108
“AKIRA — Kaneda’s Bike”, Original Japanese Promotional Poster 2004 (Bandai “Soul of Popynica” PX‑03), Ultra Rare, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) O108

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“AKIRA — Kaneda’s Bike”, Original Japanese Promotional Poster 2004 (Bandai “Soul of Popynica” PX‑03), Ultra Rare, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) O108

Sale price $950.00

This is an original Japanese B2 promotional poster printed in 2004 by Bandai for the launch of the Soul of Popynica (ポピニカ魂) PX‑03 Kaneda’s Bike. Rather than a standard film one‑sheet, this was a limited point‑of‑sale display for hobby shops and retailers—issued to announce the release (“JUNE 2004 on SALE”) and the MSRP ¥6,825 (税込). Rights line ©1988 マッシュルーム／アキラ製作委員会 appears at upper right, with Bandai and ポピニカ魂 marks at the base, confirming a fully official campaign piece tied to Katsuhiro Otomo’s legendary property.

Why this example is extraordinary (rarity & market)

  • True cross‑collectible: sought after by AKIRA poster collectors and high‑end toy/industrial‑design aficionados.

  • Issued for retail display only—far scarcer than later commercial prints.

  • The towering AKIRA logotype and hero‑shot photography make this one of the most impactful early‑2000s AKIRA display posters.

  • Captures the object of obsession itself—Kaneda’s bike—arguably the single most recognisable design icon to emerge from the film.

Poster design
A monumental, black‑framed AKIRA wordmark spans the header, dropping into a studio “hero” photograph of the crimson bike with film‑accurate sponsor decals (CITIZEN, Canon, SHOEI, hazard and unit marks). The centre caption “KANEDA’S BIKE / 金田のバイク” anchors the composition, flanked by a strip of detail stills (cockpit, swing‑arm, profile, and Kaneda figure). The bottom panel carries the PX‑03 product badge, Bandai logo, and on‑sale banner—graphic, modern, and ready for gallery display.

Condition
Excellent overall, unrestored & not linen‑backed. Stored flat/rolled with no fold lines. Only the lightest edge/handling traces from shop display; colours are bold and saturated, paper strong and clean. Presents superbly when framed. Please review all photographs—the images show the exact poster offered.

It is over 21 years old!
It is not a reproduction or a reprint.
Certificate of Authenticity included.

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