Dragon Ball Figure Preorders: Which Upcoming Releases Are Worth Buying (2026)

Dragon Ball figure preorders in 2026 fall into two tracks, and knowing which track a figure belongs to determines whether you can order it today. The first is retailer preorders for S.H.Figuarts, the articulated action figure line. In the U.S., Bandai Namco’s store lists S.H.Figuarts Super Saiyan Son Goku -Legendary Super Saiyan- at $67.99, with an expected release date of November 30, 2026. The second track is Banpresto’s prize lines, which the official Dragon Ball site describes as crane-game-only prizes, so they have no conventional preorder.

Japanese listings add more detail. Three new S.H.Figuarts Z-Fighters, Tenshinhan at ¥8,250, Chaozu at ¥6,600, and Beerus at ¥7,150, all tax-included, opened for retail preorder on November 2, 2026, with releases set for May 2027. Since TAMASHII WEB notes that its prices and release dates are generally Japan-based, readers outside Japan should check local retailers, since preorder availability varies by store. Below, we compare these options side by side.

Key Takeaways

• Dragon Ball figures fall into two tracks: S.H.Figuarts retailer preorders, which you can order directly, and Banpresto prize lines, which are sold only through crane games and lotteries.
• The S.H.Figuarts Super Saiyan Son Goku -Legendary Super Saiyan- is listed at $67.99 on Bandai Namco’s U.S. store with an expected release date of November 30, 2026, but that date is not a guaranteed arrival day.
• The S.H.Figuarts Son Goku -Return to Earth- costs ¥8,800 including tax but excluding shipping, with Tamashii Web Shop preorders open from October 9 through November 29, 2026 and a release scheduled for June 2027.
• The S.H.Figuarts Tenshinhan, Chaozu, and Beerus are priced at ¥8,250, ¥6,600, and ¥7,150 including tax, with retail preorders opening November 2, 2026 and releases set for May 2027, and buyers outside Japan should check local retailers because preorder availability varies by store.

Current S.H.Figuarts Preorders Worth Your Attention

S.H.Figuarts leads Dragon Ball preorder activity, and it is the track most buyers compare first. These are articulated action figures sold through retailers, and each one comes with a preorder window you can act on. Because the line has several models on sale at once, the details that matter most are the price, the currency, the tax treatment, and the release date.

The U.S. listing is the easiest place to start. Bandai Namco’s store lists S.H.Figuarts Super Saiyan Son Goku -Legendary Super Saiyan- for preorder at $67.99, with an expected release date of November 30, 2026. The figure stands about 5.71 inches tall, a little shorter than a standard six-inch figure. That makes it a good fit for a crowded shelf, though it is a slightly smaller centerpiece on a display. It includes a Kamehameha effect part, the glowing energy wave that gives the figure its signature pose. Its main strength is that it is a Goku many fans already recognize, and it can be ordered in dollars from a U.S. retailer. Its main drawback is that the release date is only expected, so buyers should not plan around November 30 as a guaranteed arrival day.

Japanese listings work differently, and their prices are not directly comparable to the U.S. price. Japanese prices are shown in yen with tax included, so buyers should treat each figure as a finished price before accounting for currency conversion or shipping. Keeping that in mind makes the next option easier to judge.

S.H.Figuarts Son Goku -Return to Earth- costs ¥8,800, including Japan’s 10% tax but excluding shipping. Its Tamashii Web Shop preorder period runs from October 9 through November 29, 2026, and the release is scheduled for June 2027. The preorder window is the most time-sensitive detail on this list, since it closes at the end of November. The long wait until June 2027 is the trade-off. Anyone who orders it will pay for a figure they cannot display for several months, and shipping is an extra cost on top of the listed price.

The three new Z-Fighters are the most budget-friendly option in this group. Tenshinhan is listed at ¥8,250, Chaozu at ¥6,600, and Beerus at ¥7,150, all tax-included. Retail preorders opened on November 2, 2026, with releases set for May 2027. Chaozu is the lowest-priced of the three, at ¥1,650 less than Tenshinhan, and Beerus falls between them. For collectors who want a set of new Z-Fighters rather than a single Goku, the spread in price makes the trio easy to build over time. The shared drawback is the May 2027 release, which puts all three on the same long timeline.

Another listing adds a limited-run option. S.H.Figuarts Son Goku & Dragon -DRAGON BALL STORE Exclusive Edition- is listed at ¥8,800, tax-included, for a November 2026 release. Its advance lottery application ran from October 30 through November 5, 2026, and regular sales at DRAGON BALL STORE TOKYO are scheduled to begin on or after November 24. A lottery means that applying does not guarantee a purchase, and regular sales are tied to a single Tokyo store. Buyers outside Japan will need to plan for both the lottery result and the cost of getting the figure home.

Some S.H.Figuarts Z-Fighters are still only on display. Bandai Spirits confirmed S.H.Figuarts figures of Yamcha, Piccolo, and Krillin, with their first public showing at TAMASHII NATION 2026 in Akihabara from November 13 through 15. The announcement did not include prices or release dates, so these figures belong on a watch list rather than in a shopping cart for now. Fans who plan to attend the show can see the sculpts in person before deciding.

Japanese prices and release windows are generally based in Japan. Buyers outside Japan should check local retailers and sales sites, because some stores accept preorders on different terms and set their own schedules. A Japanese preorder window that closes on November 29 may not match the windows at a U.S. or European shop, and a store in one country may have stock that another does not. Before placing an order, check whether the seller accepts international orders, how much shipping adds, and whether the release date on the page matches the one listed by the manufacturer.

For a quick comparison, the U.S. Legendary Super Saiyan Goku is the most straightforward buy for someone who wants a dollar price and a near-term release. The Japanese options reward patient buyers who can handle yen pricing, shipping, and longer waits. The Chaozu figure at ¥6,600 is the most affordable articulated option in this roundup, while the Dragon Ball Store exclusive is the hardest to obtain.

Finally, the smaller Dragon Ball S.H.Figuarts Miniature Collection 3 is a different product entirely. It is scheduled to roll out in Gashapon capsule machines across Japan starting in November 2026, with four designs: Super Saiyan Son Goku, Fourth Form Frieza, Vegeta in Old Battle Armor, and Krillin. Each figure is roughly 5 cm tall. Because it is sold through capsule machines rather than preorder listings, it suits collectors who want a low-commitment way to try the line before buying a full articulated figure.

Banpresto Prize Figures and Crane-Game Releases

Banpresto’s prize figures follow a different path from the retailer preorders covered above. These figures are distributed through crane games and lotteries, so there is no preorder cart to fill and no guaranteed order date. Before you watch a release date, check how the figure is sold. If the official listing points to a store checkout, you are looking at a retailer preorder. If it points to a crane machine or a lottery, you are looking at a prize, and your chances depend on where machines are placed and how the draw goes.

Banpresto’s official schedule shows how this works in practice. Its History Box line uses staggered releases, which means a figure does not arrive everywhere on one day. Dragon Ball Z History Box Super Saiyan 3 Son Goku began its rollout on September 15, 2026, and Dragon Ball History Box Son Goku follows on a staggered schedule beginning October 15, 2026, as listed on Banpresto Navi. A staggered start date marks the first day a figure can appear in a given market, not the day every shop or machine receives it. If you are collecting the History Box line, expect some locations to stock a figure weeks before others.

The Dragon Ball World Collectable Figure line takes a different approach. The installment announced on August 26, 2026 features Goku, Bulma, Toninjinka, and two Rabbit Gang henchmen. Each figure in this installment is available only as a crane-game prize, so the only way to add one to your shelf is to win it from a machine or a draw. Because the line mixes main cast members with minor villains, a single visit to an arcade may yield a few of the figures, but a complete set will likely take several sessions.

Bandai Spirits has also announced that Super Saiyan Broly Full Power will join the G×materia line as a crane-game-only prize. The figure’s selling point is its glittering effect parts, which recreate the look Broly had in Dragon Ball Z: Broly – Second Coming. The effect parts are the main reason to pay attention to this release. A standard figure with a plain finish would be easy to pass over, but the glitter sets this version apart from other Broly figures in the line. Anyone who wants the full look should keep in mind that the sparkle is part of the prize itself and cannot be added later through a separate purchase.

The S.H.Figuarts Miniature Collection 3 is also a capsule product. It rolls out in Gashapon machines across Japan starting in November 2026, as described in the official announcement. The four designs are Super Saiyan Son Goku, Fourth Form Frieza, Vegeta in Old Battle Armor, and Krillin. Each figure is roughly 5 cm tall, so they are small enough to line up in a row on a desk or shelf. Since the figures come out of capsules, you will not know which one you have until you open it, and collectors who want a specific design may need several tries.

Prize lines suit a particular kind of collector. If you enjoy the hunt and do not mind leaving a machine empty-handed, these releases can be rewarding, especially when you already have a clear list of what you want. They are a poor fit for anyone who needs a figure by a fixed date, such as a birthday or a display for a convention visit. Stock depends on where machines are placed and how many prizes each location receives, and lottery entries depend on the draw. A lottery entry can also fail to produce a prize, so buyers should not count on any single attempt.

A few practical habits make the chase easier. Check the official schedule for each series before you travel, since staggered releases can place a figure in one city weeks before another. Track lottery application windows separately from release dates, because entering a draw and winning a prize are two different steps. If you plan to buy from machines in a shop or arcade, call ahead when possible to ask which prizes are currently loaded. Keeping those details in view will help you tell apart a figure you can order today from one you can only win.

Comparing Dragon Ball Preorder Prices and Release Dates

Use the table below to compare the main preorder and prize options at a glance. Each row shows the track, which tells you whether you can order the figure directly or have to win it.

The Japanese prices in the table are tax-included yen figures. The Return to Earth listing states that its price excludes shipping, so the total cost will be higher once delivery is added. For the other Japanese preorders, check the checkout page for shipping charges before you commit. The U.S. price of $67.99 comes from a separate store and is set in dollars, so it cannot be compared directly with the yen figures without converting currency and adding shipping.

Every release window in the table is an expected or scheduled date, not a guarantee. The May 2027 and June 2027 dates can move, and some listings show estimated windows rather than firm delivery dates. Treat the date on the product page as a planning point. If a date matters for a gift or a display, check the page again closer to the release.

Retailers sometimes run sales that lower the regular price for a limited period. Discounts vary from one store to another, and regular and sale prices can differ between retailers for the same figure. Compare the final total at checkout, including shipping and any import costs, before you choose a seller.

Many retailer pages let you sort by release date or by price, which can quickly narrow a long list of preorders. Sorting by release date shows which figures arrive first, while sorting by price helps you find the lowest total. Pairing a sort with a filter for your region can remove listings that will not ship to you.

The Broly figure and the Miniature Collection 3 differ from the preorders above, because neither has a price in the official announcements, and the Broly prize has no release date either. Broly is a crane-game prize, so you can add it to your collection only by winning it from a machine. The Miniature Collection 3 comes from Gashapon capsules, which means you will not know which of the four designs you have until you open the capsule. If you want one specific design, plan for several attempts, and keep the capsule price in mind when you set a budget.

Deciding Which Dragon Ball Preorder to Place First

Most buyers should start with S.H.Figuarts Super Saiyan Son Goku -Legendary Super Saiyan-. It is the only figure in this roundup that combines a dollar price, a retailer preorder you can place today, and a release window in late 2026. At $67.99, it includes a Kamehameha effect part, so it can be posed mid-blast straight out of the box. The main caution is that November 30, 2026 is an expected date, not a confirmed arrival day, so buyers with a firm deadline should keep checking the product page as the date approaches.

Patient collectors have a stronger case for the Tenshinhan, Chaozu, and Beerus trio. Their combined listed price is ¥22,000, tax included, and all three can be preordered now through Japanese retailers that accept preorders. The drawback is the May 2027 release. A set ordered today will sit unopened for months, and buyers outside Japan should confirm shipping charges at checkout before committing.

Chasers should focus on Banpresto’s prize lines. The History Box figures, the World Collectable Figure installment featuring Goku, Bulma, Toninjinka, and two Rabbit Gang henchmen, and the glittering Super Saiyan Broly Full Power are all won through crane games or draws, not ordered. The strategy here is different: arrive with a written list, check the official schedule for each series, and budget for several attempts. The Gashapon capsules in the Miniature Collection 3 follow the same logic, since you will not know which of the four designs you have until you open the capsule.

If you plan to attend TAMASHII NATION 2026 in Akihabara from November 13 through 15, you can see the S.H.Figuarts Yamcha, Piccolo, and Krillin in person. No prices or release dates have been announced, so treat the visit as research rather than a purchase. Note what the sculpts look like and compare them with the figures you already own.

Before ordering anything, check stock on each retailer’s product page rather than relying on a listing alone. Read shipping estimate disclaimers closely, because they often explain that delivery depends on stock levels or import timing. Also mark the calendar. The Tamashii Web Shop preorder for Son Goku -Return to Earth- closes November 29, and regular sales of the DRAGON BALL STORE exclusive at DRAGON BALL STORE TOKYO begin on or after November 24, after the lottery window closed on November 5.

Choosing Your Next Dragon Ball Preorder

If you want one figure at a dollar price, start with S.H.Figuarts Super Saiyan Son Goku -Legendary Super Saiyan- at $67.99 from Bandai Namco’s U.S. store. Before you check out, confirm that the store ships to your address and add up the full total, including taxes and any import charges. Then mark November 30, 2026 on your calendar as the day to recheck the product page, because that date is only expected.

If you are a patient buyer who can handle yen pricing, the Tenshinhan, Chaozu, and Beerus trio is the better next step. Look for a Japanese retailer that accepts international orders, and compare the shipping charge for all three figures in one order. Then ask yourself whether you can wait until the May 2027 release before you open the box.

If you prefer the hunt, start with a written list. Note which of the four Miniature Collection 3 designs you need, and decide whether the glittering Super Saiyan Broly Full Power is worth several crane-game attempts. Check the official schedule for each series before you visit a machine, and call the arcade or shop ahead to ask which prizes are loaded.

Choose the track that matches your budget and your deadline, then act on that one listing this week.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are the Tenshinhan, Chaozu, and Beerus S.H.Figuarts sold separately or only as a set?

Tenshinhan, Chaozu, and Beerus are each listed with their own tax-included price: ¥8,250, ¥6,600, and ¥7,150. Because each figure has its own listing, you can order them individually, though a retailer may offer them together. Check each product page at checkout to confirm how your chosen seller handles the three.

2. Can I preorder the Yamcha, Piccolo, and Krillin S.H.Figuarts after TAMASHII NATION 2026?

No preorder has been announced for the S.H.Figuarts Yamcha, Piccolo, and Krillin yet. Bandai Spirits confirmed their first public display at TAMASHII NATION 2026 in Akihabara from November 13 through 15, but no prices or release dates were given. Watch for retailer listings after the show, since a preorder window will likely be announced only once pricing is confirmed.

3. Can I buy the DRAGON BALL STORE exclusive Son Goku & Dragon without entering the lottery?

Yes, the lottery is not the only route to the S.H.Figuarts Son Goku & Dragon -DRAGON BALL STORE Exclusive Edition-. Regular sales at DRAGON BALL STORE TOKYO are scheduled to begin on or after November 24, 2026, so shoppers who miss the lottery can still try for a copy in store. Because sales are tied to a single Tokyo location, stock may sell out quickly, and buyers outside Japan should plan for travel or a shipping arrangement.