This is a BANDAI 1985 Vintage RAT MAN GeGeGe no Kitaro BANDAI 1985 Vintage Japanese Toy SHOWA Made in Japan

The product is a vintage Japanese toy from 1985, specifically a GeGeGe no Kitaro toy made by BANDAI in Japan during the Showa period. 

This collectible item captures a piece of Japanese culture and is a must-have for collectors interested in Asian cultures and ethnicities. 

The nostalgic allure of this vintage toy makes it a unique and valuable addition to any collection of Japanese memorabilia.

The Rat Man (Nezumi Otoko) toy you are describing is a vintage collectible from the GeGeGe no Kitaro series, produced by Bandai in 1985. 

Released during Japan's Showa era, these toys are highly sought after by collectors for their nostalgic craftsmanship and connection to Shigeru Mizuki's iconic yokai (folklore monster) series. 

The Character: Nezumi Otoko (Rat Man)

In the GeGeGe no Kitaro universe, Nezumi Otoko is a half-human, half-yokai trickster and self-proclaimed "best friend" to the protagonist, Kitaro. 

Personality: Known as a filthy, greedy con man who often betrays his friends for money, though he almost always ends up back on Kitaro's side.

Abilities: He famously uses his stench as a weapon, featuring foul breath and "rocket-blast" farts.

Appearance: Typically depicted with rat-like whiskers, buck teeth, and a tattered, hooded robe

The 1985 Bandai Toy Features

Material: Most 1985 Bandai releases were made of soft vinyl (sofubi) or plastic.

Size: Depending on the specific version, these figures typically range from approximately 3.5 to 5 inches tall.

Variants: Bandai released several types in 1985, including standalone vinyl figures and smaller finger puppets.

Item in GOOD Vintage  as seen CONDITION - SOLD AS IS - PLEASE SEE PICS FOR CONDITION