In Japan, sword replicas from the Harry Potter universe have been recalled due to safety issues. These replicas were being sold at the “The Making of Harry Potter” theme park in Tokyo. The sword in question is an exact copy of the Godric Gryffindor Sword, one of the magical items from the Harry Potter stories. The sword is 34 inches long and is made to look very realistic, even with a sharp edge.
Warner Bros. Studios Japan issued the recall after concerns that the sword’s sharpness might break Japan’s strict anti-weapons laws. The replicas, which cost around 30,000 yen (about 11,600 pesos), were deemed sharp enough to possibly violate the country’s sword and firearm control rules. Investigators worried that the toy was too much like a real weapon.
Fans of Harry Potter, who had purchased these replicas, were upset by the news. Many shared their disappointment on social media, calling it a sad moment. One fan even wrote about how they handed over their cherished sword to the police, feeling it was the right thing to do despite how difficult it was. The swords had to be returned voluntarily as part of the recall.
Japan is known for having strict laws on weapons, including guns and knives, and violent crimes like stabbings or shootings are rare. But with the recent concerns over the safety of these replicas, Warner Bros. Studios Japan issued an apology and urged fans to return the swords for proper handling.
Fans expressed their frustration, with one Gryffindor supporter writing how sad it was to part with the sword, but understanding that it needed to be done for safety reasons. Despite the recall, fans continue to share their love for the magical world of Harry Potter.
