As someone who grew up with chocolate advent calendars, I was thrilled to try this Toy Anime Story version for my niece. The excitement in her eyes each morning rivaled Christmas Day itself!

The PVC figures are surprisingly durable - we've had zero breakages despite enthusiastic play. I appreciate that they're sized just right for little hands (about 1.5-2 inches tall), though do note some characters duplicate in different sizes.

Our favorite ritual became opening each door after dinner while watching Toy Story movies together. The calendar successfully turned December into a month-long celebration rather than just a single day.

While I wish there were more character variety (we got three Buzz Lightyears), the quality outweighs this minor drawback. The figures have become cake toppers, bath toys, and even impromptu Christmas tree ornaments!

Pro tip: Reinforce the box with tape when it arrives, as some compartments arrived slightly open. At around $2 per figure including the calendar experience, it's become our new family tradition.