Japan, Harry Potter

Replica Harry Potter swords recalled over Japan’s strict weapons laws
The decorative Gryffindor swords, sold by Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo, fell foul of Japan’s weapons laws, which are among the strictest in the world.
Replica Harry Potter swords broke Japan weapons law
Replicas of a sword featured in the Harry Potter film franchise have been recalled in Japan for violating the country's strict weapons law. The full-sized replicas of Godric Gryffindor's sword - which measure 86cm (34 inches) and are affixed to a wooden display plaque - were sold by Warner Bros.
Harry Potter theme park recalls Gryffindor sword replicas for violating Japan’s strict weapons law
Replica swords sold at the Harry Potter theme park in Tokyo are being recalled for violating Japan ’s strict weapons control law. The Making of Harry Potter theme park opened in Nerima ward last year and features recreations of settings from the popular films as well as props and costumes used during filming.
'Harry Potter' replica swords recalled in Japan: Here's why
Over 350 swords sold before recall. Between May 2023 and April 2024, more than 350 of these replica swords were sold for ¥30,000 (approximately $200). Apparently, the police only
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
Within the world of Harry Potter, Gryffindor is supposed to be the heroes. Sure, the Hufflepuff kids play nicely with others, but they aren’t known as a house of action. Ravenclaw is smart, but being clever doesn’t necessarily make you good.
Harry Potter theme park recalls replica swords for breaking Japan’s weapons law
More than 350 of the stainless steel sword replicas have already been sold and must now be returned to the manufacturer.
After warning, Harry Potter park recalls replica swords
The operator of the Harry Potter theme park in Tokyo is recalling replicas of the Godric Gryffindor Sword because possessing them could violate Japan’s strict weapons law.
Harry Potter replica swords recalled in Japan for breaking weapons law
While the blade’s edges are dull, the stainless steel sword's sharp tip has led authorities to classify it as a weapon grade sword under Japan’s Firearm and Sword Possession Control Law.
Harry Potter theme park recalls Gryffindor sword replicas for violating strict weapons law
Replica swords sold at the Harry Potter theme park in Tokyo are being recalled for violating Japan’s strict weapons control law. The Making of Harry Potter theme park opened in Nerima ward last year and features recreations of settings from the popular films as well as props and costumes used during filming.
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