Parsippany, NJ — Epoch Everlasting Play, LLC, the U.S. subsidiary of Japan’s third largest toy manufacturer Epoch Co., Ltd, announces an exciting licensing agreement with global superstars BTS (an acronym of Bangtan Sonyeondan, or “Beyond the Scene”).  Each member of the South Korean septet will be featured in a line of fun, new collectible puzzles.

“Hot off the heels of their VMA performance and Billboard Hot 100 No.1 feat with “Dynamite,” we’ve created a way to bring the charms of each band member to the homes of families across the globe,” CEO, Jef Cheslik. “Our mission at EPOCH has always been to strengthen generational family bonds through play and the new licensed deal enables kids and parents to share in on the pop culture fun.”

Fans of BTS can get to work putting together their favorite band member depicted in a 108-piece puzzle that’s easy and fun for the whole family.  Each puzzle features a different member: RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook, and when completed depicts images from their latest chart-topping album MAP OF THE SOUL: 7. The collectible puzzles are currently available for pre-sale on Amazon, with sales starting October 2020. MSRP: $14.99.

Established in 1958, EPOCH Co., Ltd., the third largest toy manufacturing company in Japan, offers high quality products for the enjoyment of children and families around the globe. As the developer of one of the most beloved collectibles, Calico Critters, known as Sylvanian Families abroad, EPOCH distributes its fun, engaging toys to over 60 countries across North America, Europe and Asia.

In 2008, EPOCH established its own manufacturing facility and expanded with a total of nine subsidiary companies globally.  EPOCH’s mission is to provide children with toys that deepen families’ beliefs in “Family, Love and Nature,” as well as strengthen family bonds and provide entertainment to all generations.