BNTCA Corporate News

  1. THE DE YOUNG MUSEUM’S MANGA EXHIBITION HAS BEEN EXTENDED!
    21
    Jan

    THE DE YOUNG MUSEUM’S MANGA EXHIBITION HAS BEEN EXTENDED!

    January 21, 2026 - Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Offers Gashapon Items and Quality Figures for the Visitors to Purchase at the Prestigious Art of Manga Exhibition.

    IRVINE, CA. – Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America (BNTCA) is proud to participate in the prestigious “Art of Manga” exhibition at the de Young Museum in San Francisco, delivering a unique Japanese experience to attendees. The exhibition has drawn over 175,000 visitors since opening in September 2025 and has been extended by a week due to popular demand.

    Upon arrival, visitors are greeted by massive 60 Gashapon machines, each filled with popular manga (and anime) character products, Japanese culture-inspired miniatures, and adorable collectibles. These vending machines allow guests to enjoy the fun of spinning the handle and discovering capsule toys. In addition to the Gashapon machines, BNTCA is showcasing high-quality figures from popular manga titles

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  2. Bandai Namco Toy Team’s Senior Director Inspires Interns at Angel City Football Club’s SOAR Internship Program
    27
    Jun

    Bandai Namco Toy Team’s Senior Director Inspires Interns at Angel City Football Club’s SOAR Internship Program

    June 27, 2025 - Tara Badie, a seasoned toy marketer at Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America spoke to the interns of Angel City Football Club’s SOAR internship program. 

    Earlier this year, in March, Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America (BNTCA) announced a four-year partnership with Angel City Football Club (ACFC), marking Bandai Namco as the first toy brand to sponsor a major U.S. professional women's sports team.

    ACFC competes in the National Women’s Soccer League, the premier women's professional soccer league globally, and has recently been recognized

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