What if, on Christmas night, instead of Santa Claus, a “Present Spirit” adorned with ribbons arrived—this “Marija” figure has made such a fantastic and slightly sensual fantasy a reality. This masterpiece, produced by Hakoirimusume Co., Ltd., based on the original illustration by popular illustrator Chie Masami, is more than just a three-dimensional representation; it possesses a presence that seems to seal in the story and atmosphere imbued in the character. The unique and captivating concept that the “present” itself is “her,” not the contents of the present, strongly enhances the figure’s individuality.

The 20cm height scale guarantees a sense of satisfaction the moment you pick it up. Furthermore, it's not just big. The suppleness of the ribbon, the soft texture biting into her skin, the delicate coloring applied to her semi-transparent hair—all of it is precise yet somehow elegant and fantastical. In particular, the modeling of the giant present box she sits on and her flowing silver hair entwined around it is a highlight only achievable through digital modeling. The use of different materials like PVC, ABS, and PC to achieve both realism and transparency is also noteworthy.

As mentioned in Masami-sensei’s comment, the ribbon expression in this figure is crafted with special attention to detail. By incorporating the contradictory elements of “biting into” and “loosening,” it creates a dramatic quality that speaks to both her physical body and her emotions. The “dynamic motion” and “stillness” imbued in the ribbon draw out different expressions depending on the viewing angle, keeping the viewer captivated. It appears static at first glance, but in your mind, it is surely moving—such is the living sculptural beauty found here.

Anyone familiar with Chie Masami-sensei's work knows how captivating her unique world of lines and colors is. The attempt to reconstruct that world in three dimensions is, so to speak, a dream-like challenge to “make a painting touchable.” This work successfully achieves that challenge, offering new surprises and discoveries even to fans familiar with the original illustration. You can appreciate its value not just as a beautiful girl figure, but as an art piece that allows you to hold the artist's entire world view in your hands.