Dan Da Dan is quickly becoming a hot topic in the anime community as the dark horse entry for 2024’s anime of the year . While many of the show’s colorful characters have become the latest obsession for plushie and figurine fanatics the world over, one Japanese toy maker has decided to think outside of the box by instead making a replica of protagonist Okarun’s MacGuffins: his golden balls. Earlier today, Japanese entertainment company Furyu Corporation announced a replica would be coming to its storefront next year.
In the post on its official X/Twitter account, the Shibuya-based business laid on the charm for the three-dimensional orbs to prospective buyers, saying, “Okarun’s gold ball is reproduced in actual size.” So, at this point, non- Dan Da Dan fans are probably wondering why a company would sell an anime protagonist’s balls. In the lore of Dan Da Dan , Okarun’s balls are filled with magical energy that can grant its wielder a bunch of power.
In short, Okarun’s golden balls are to Dan Da Dan what Dragon Ball Z ‘s seven wish-granting species are to the Z-fighters. Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s how Dan Da Dan ‘s Turbo Granny explains the spiritual significance of Okarun’s lads.
However, you’ll have to do your best to imagine one of Turbo Granny’s voice actors (in English, Barbara Goodson—aka Rita Repulsa from Power Rangers ; in Japanese, Mayumi Tanaka—aka Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece ) is reciting the monologue: “His balls.