Sylvanian Families - the adorable collectible animal figurines and playsets that have delighted generations. Sylvanian Families are a line of collectible, anthropomorphic animal figures -crafted from flocked plastic - created by the Japanese company Epoch in 1985. Set in a cozy village called Sylvania - later dubbed Great Nature - this made-up world features rural middle-class families of woodland animals (like rabbits, hedgehogs, beavers, and others) living in beautifully designed homes and going about everyday lives. These characters are dressed in nostalgic 1950s-style outfits and often represent familiar professions - doctors, teachers, carpenters, artisans - enhancing imaginative play. Sylvanian Families continues to release new collections, including themed blind bags, town buildings, and accessories - all designed to keep the miniature world growing and engaging.