Beyblade: A History of the Japanese Battle Top Brand

Since 1999, the Japanese battle top toy line Beyblade has been a staple of adolescent entertainment in Japan and internationally. The series has gained notoriety not only through its constantly evolving tops, which have seen changes to their materials and functionality over the decades, but also through its encompassing franchise which spans multiple seasons of anime, manga, video games, and even international competitions. This exhibit will provide a chronological history of Beyblades from this inspiration to their latest incarnation.