Tsum Tsum Mystery Set 5 - Heimlich

This pin features Heimlich, the lovable and gluttonous caterpillar from the 1998 Pixar classic 'A Bug's Life', reimagined in the iconic, stacked Tsum Tsum art style. Released in 2017 as part of the Tsum Tsum Mystery Set 5, this Open Edition pin showcases the character's signature bright lime-green body, red antennae, and cheerful expression. The Tsum Tsum craze, which originated from a Japanese mobile game and plush line, became a massive phenomenon in Disney park pin trading, driving the release of numerous mystery series. These mystery sets were sold at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, encouraging collectors to trade to complete their sets. Heimlich is a fan-favorite sidekick known for his dream of becoming a beautiful butterfly, and his inclusion in this series highlights his enduring popularity among Pixar fans. The pin design is simple yet effective, emphasizing the rounded, stackable aesthetic that defines the Tsum Tsum collection. Because this is an Open Edition pin, it served as a perfect entry point for new collectors entering the hobby during the peak of the Tsum Tsum trend. Its compact design and recognizable character likeness make it a staple for any Pixar-themed display or Tsum Tsum collector's board. Collectors often look for these pins to fill gaps in their mystery collections, as they represent a specific era of Disney merchandising.