Original Boucin' Boneheads Tim'Foot N°2 Series Tim'Sniff (Green) second hand figure (Loose)

Boucin' Boneheads – The crazy pocket toys of the 90s

Before Pokémon cards or Pogs, there were Jojo’s — tiny, colorful plastic figures that invaded schoolyards around the world in the mid-1990s. Created in 1995 by Laor Toys Ltd in Israel, these little collectibles quickly became a global playground craze.

The idea was simple: numbered mini “jacks,” molded into funny, expressive shapes, sold in mystery bags. Opening one felt like unwrapping a treasure. There were 36 original Jojo’s, each with its own personality, color, and texture — and some ultra-rare translucent or glitter variants.

In France, Jojo’s became a cultural phenomenon. Kids swapped, traded, and competed to get the rarest figures, turning every recess into a mini marketplace. Their quirky designs, wild expressions, and bright candy-like colors made them instantly recognizable.

Between 1995 and the early 2000s, new waves followed — including Barjo’s and Gogo’s — expanding the universe and keeping the frenzy alive. Today, sealed packs and rare editions are sought-after collector’s items, cherished by those who grew up during the toy boom of the 90s.

The Jojo’s represent the essence of 90s childhood: simple, fun, and a little chaotic. Just one small plastic figure could spark hours of laughter, trading, and imagination — proof that the biggest memories sometimes come in the tiniest packages.