If there were a girl in a yukata who suddenly looked back on a summer night, your heart would flutter. And if that girl were Mahiru Shiina, “The Angel Next Door”—This is a special figure that turns that fantasy into reality. This 1/7 scale completed figure from PRISMA WING is a masterpiece that faithfully brings the cover illustration of the original novel's sixth volume into three dimensions. The comfortable size of 24cm allows you to experience a scene from that summer festival right at home, which is the ultimate luxury.

The biggest charm of this figure is Mahiru's “eyes.” They aren't just cute. A “feeling” that she cherishes someone resides in her gaze. The expression, looking up with a gentle smile, has a kindness that calms your heart every time you look at it. The hairpins adorning her tied-up hair are not mere accessories. They are there with definite meaning, as part of what embellishes her special day.

The pale, translucent violet yukata is adorned with blooming hydrangea patterns. Each of these is carefully painted, allowing you to even feel the softness of the fabric. The large purple obi tied on her back flutters gently like a butterfly, giving an impression that is both cool and elegant. The design, which is not overly flashy yet clearly eye-catching, is truly a symbol of “Mahiru-ness.”

The base also cannot be overlooked. Hydrangeas spread over the cobblestones, and a gradation that shifts from evening toward night. The scene unfolding at her feet seems to be telling the continuation of the story. And there's a sense of realism so strong you can almost hear the sound of her geta (wooden clogs) walking on it. The direction, which brilliantly captures both the bustle of the summer festival and the quiet time just for the two of them, is simply breathtaking.

What makes this figure special is that it not only renders the character in 3D but also encapsulates the very “atmosphere” and “emotion” of the work itself. The feeling is that of your heart being drawn into the story the moment you touch it, not just look at it. The technique of Prime 1 Studio, which handled the prototype and coloring, flawlessly reproduces that world view. This is a masterpiece strongly recommended not only to anime fans but also to anyone who wants to feel the gentle memories of a summer.