GODZILLA ATTACKS MIRAI TOWER! Special Event Continues in Nagoya Through September

Celebrate the 70th anniversaries of Godzilla and the Mirai Tower with multiple events in Nagoya. Photo courtesy of NAKED, INC. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD.

Author: Keith Aiken

Source: Nagoya TV Tower Co., Nagoya Railroad Co., and NAKED, INC. press releases
Official Site: http://www.nagoya-tv-tower.co.jp/event/miraitower70/

Main artwork for the event. Photo courtesy of Nagoya Railroad Co. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD.

Chubu Electric Power Company's MIRAI TOWER (formerly Nagoya TV Tower) celebrated its 70th anniversary on June 20 this year. To commemorate the occasion, Nagoya TV Tower Co., Ltd. (Address: 6-15 Nishiki 3-chome, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Representative: Kazuhiro Osawa), which operates MIRAI TOWER, has partnered with Nagoya Railroad Co. to host a tie-in special event featuring Godzilla, who also celebrates his 70th anniversary in 2024. The "Godzilla Attacks Chubu Electric Power Company's MIRAI TOWER" (中部電力 MIRAI TOWERにゴジラ襲来, Gojira ga Chūbudenryoku MIRAI TOWER o Shūgeki!) event will run through September 23, 2024.

During the event, Godzilla (Minus One version) appears in Hisaya-odori Park Mizubehiroba, which stretches to the south of the tower, and an AR system on the observation deck allows visitors to enjoy the overlap of the 70-year history of Godzilla and the city of Nagoya. In addition, limited edition collaboration goods are also on sale.

Nagoya Railroad is offering the "Godzilla Attack Ticket" (ゴジラ襲来きっぷ, Gojira Shūrai Kippu); a great deal for customers that includes a round-trip Meitetsu train ticket, an exchange voucher for admission to the Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER observation deck, an original ticket-exclusive novelty item, and coupons for designated stores in the Sakumachi shopping district. This is part of the Seto Line Value Improvement Project, which aims to increase the appeal of the Seto Line.

■ "Godzilla Attacks Chubu Electric Power Company's MIRAI TOWER" 70th Anniversary Special Project Outline

Dates: Thursday, June 20 - Monday, September 23, 2024 (holiday)

Venue: Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER, Hisaya-odori Park

Organizer: Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER

Supported by: Aichi Prefecture, Nagoya City, Nagoya Convention & Visitors Bureau

Cooperation: Hisaya-odori Park, Nagoya Gakuin University, Nagoya Railroad Co.

Planning: win*key Co.

Godzilla Attack Ticket. Photo courtesy of Nagoya Railroad Co. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD.

■ "Godzilla Attack Ticket" Outline

Seto Line: Round-trip ticket to Sakae-machi Station　

Other Routes: Round-trip ticket to Meitetsu Nagoya Station or Kanayama Station

Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER Observation Deck admission ticket voucher

1 Limited Edition Magnet (7 Designs in Total)

Coupons for designated stores in the Sakumachi shopping district

Sales Period: Through Monday, September 23, 2024 (holiday)

Special AR "Godzilla and Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER: Looking Back 70 Years with AR"

The Ito and Yamaguchi laboratories of the Department of Data Management at the Nagoya Gakuin University College of Business Administration have created "Godzilla and Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER: Looking Back 70 Years with AR" (ゴジラと中部電力 MIRAI TOWER ARで振り返る70年, Gojira to Chūbudenryoku Mirai Tawā AR: 70-Nen no Kiseki o Furikaeru), interactive content that makes full use of AR (Augmented reality) technology. The history of key locations in Nagoya, which can be seen from the Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER Observation Deck, can be viewed according to the year of the release of a Godzilla movie. Visitors can also hear Godzilla's roar from the past Godzilla movies. Attendees can enjoy a special experience where they can learn about the history of the city of Nagoya and follow the footsteps of Godzilla.

■ "Godzilla and Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER: Looking Back 70 Years with AR" Outline

Dates: Thursday, June 20 - Monday, September 23, 2024*

Venue: Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER Observation Deck

Admission: Adults 1,300円 (Approximately $8.05 USD), Children 800円 (Approximately $4.95 USD)

* Daytime Hours Only

Godzilla attacks Mirai Tower in special nighttime shows. Photo courtesy of NAKED, INC. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD.

Godzilla Appears in the Nightscape of Nagoya with NAKED's Projection Mapping

NAKED, INC. (Location: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President: Ryotaro Muramatsu), a company that produces video works and installations incorporating cutting-edge science and technology, has collaborated on events with Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER since the summer of 2015. This year, they have partnered for a special show featuring Godzilla playing at "Sky Deck MIRAI 360," an indoor observatory 90 meters above ground level, where a 360-degree view of the city of Nagoya can be seen.

The projection mapping show planned and directed by NAKED features a special version of a scene from the movie MOTHRA VS. GODZILLA (モスラ対ゴジラ, Mosura Tai Gojira), released 60 years ago, in which the Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER is destroyed by Godzilla. NAKED's projection mapping recreates that scene, now set in the present day. Visitors will enjoy an immersive visual presentation as if a giant Godzilla is walking right by the window, and a mapping show that looks back on on the history of Godzilla films and celebrates the 70th anniversary with digital fireworks that light up the night skyline of Nagoya. The show play only at night (exact start times vary depending on the season).

■ "Godzilla Attacks Chubu Electric Power Company's MIRAI TOWER" ～Directed by NAKED, INC. Outline

Dates: Thursday, June 20 - Monday, September 23, 2024, 7:30 p.m. - Until Closing*

Hours: Thursday, June 20 - Sunday, August 4: Weekdays and Sundays 7:30 - 9:00 p.m (last admission 8:40), Saturday 7:30 - 9:40 p.m (last admission 9:20)

Monday, August 5 - Monday, September 23: Weekdays & Sundays 7:00 - 9:00 p.m (last admission 8:40), Saturday 7:00 - 9:40 p.m (last admission 9:20)

Venue: Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER Sky Deck MIRAI 360 Observation Deck

Admission: Adults 1,800円 (Approximately $11.14 USD, tax included), Children 800円 (Approximately $4.95 USD, tax included), Preschool Children: Free

Ticket Sales: Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER 1st Floor Ticket Counter

Official Site: https://www.nagoya-tv-tower.co.jp/nakedinc/

Godzilla Exhibition on 3rd Floor of MIRAI TOWER

Chubu Electric Power Company is hosting the panel exhibition "Chubu Electric Power Company's MIRAI TOWER and Godzilla: 70 Years of History" (中部電力 MIRAI TOWERとゴジラ、70年の軌跡, Chūbudenryoku Miraitawā to Gojira, 70-nen no Rekishi) on the 3rd floor of MIRAI TOWER. This exhibit looks back on the 70-year history of Chubu Electric Power Company's MIRAI TOWER and Godzilla, while also expressing hopes for the future. There are also multiple places designed for attendees to take photographs.

■ "Chubu Electric Power Company's MIRAI TOWER and Godzilla: 70 Years of History" Outline

Dates: Thursday, June 20 - Monday, September 23, 2024

Venue: Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER 3rd Floor

Godzilla rises from Mizube Hiroba. Photo courtesy of Nagoya TV Tower Co.. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD.

Godzilla Surfaces at Mizube Hiroba in Hisaya-odori-Park

Photo courtesy of Nagoya TV Tower Co.. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD.

In commemoration of the 70th anniversary of Chubu Electric Power Company's MIRAI TOWER, Godzilla appears at Mizube Hiroba in Hisaya-odori Park. Godzilla's face rising out from the surface of the water is a powerful sight. With the tower in the background, it makes a great photo opportunity.

Installation Dates: Thursday, June 20 - TBA

Size: Width - 2.4 m (7.9 Feet) x Height - 2.45 m (8 Feet) x Depth - 8.7 m (28.5 Feet)

Outdoor Stairs to Experience Godzilla's Point of View

A Godzilla tour has been set up on the outdoor staircase that leads from the ground level of Chubu Electric Power Company's MIRAI TOWER to the observation deck. Displays show the different sizes of Godzilla for each movie, and what Nagoya looks like from each Godzilla's viewpoint. Visitors are welcome to experience a realistic view of Godzilla. A Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER Observation Deck ticket is required to participate in the tour.

Dates: Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from Saturday, June 22- Monday, September 23, and weekdays from Monday, July 22 - Friday, August 30, 2024 (during the summer vacation period) *Scheduled.

Times: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Win Godzilla 3D glasses. Photo courtesy of Nagoya TV Tower Co. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD.

Hisaya-odori Park Stamp Rally

A stamp rally is being held at Chubu Electric Power Company's MIRAI TOWER and Hisaya-odori Park. There are 5 checkpoints in total. Those who collect all stamps will receive 3D glasses (red and blue film) at MIRAI TOWER, while supplies last. The glasses make Godzilla, which is printed on the back of the stamp rally card, appear to float in the air.

Dates: Thursday, June 20 - Monday, September 23, 2024

Stamp Rally Checkpoints: Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER Observation Deck / Kyoto Uji Chasou Moritaen / Tenroin Bookstore / HARIO CAFE & Lampwork Factory / FabCafe Nagoya

Photo courtesy of Nagoya TV Tower Co. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD.

Hisaya-odori Park Original Postcard Present Campaign

Visitors who present their Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER Observation Deck ticket at participating Hisaya-odori Park stores will receive a postcard featuring the poster visuals of a Japanese live-action Godzilla movie at the time of checkout. Visitors will be able to choose from 30 different postcard designs. While supplies last.

Dates: Thursday, June 20 - Monday, September 23, 2024

Buy exclusive Godzilla merchandise at the gift shop. Photo courtesy of Nagoya TV Tower Co. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD.

Exclusive Merchandise

Photo courtesy of Nagoya TV Tower Co. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD.

Original commemorative medals will be on sale at the Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER Observation Deck. In addition, a special Godzilla corner will be set up in the "Tachyu" gift shop on the 3rd floor of the tower, selling original goods such as T-shirts, tote bags, and clear files that can only be purchased there.

Sales Period: Thursday, June 20 - Monday, September 23, 2024

Original Commemorative Medals: 800円 Each (Approximately $4.95 USD, tax included)

Logo A: black, white

Logo B: pink, blue, yellow, purple, orange, light green

Random Acrylic Keychain: 990円 Each (Approximately $6.13 USD, tax included)

Total 30 Types (poster designs of live-action Godzilla movies in Japan)

Photo courtesy of Nagoya TV Tower Co. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD.

Original T-shirts in Sizes M, L, LL: 4,620円 Each (Approximately $28.60 USD, tax included)

Main Visual: white, wooden grey

Logo B: oatmeal, charcoal

A4 Clear File: 660円 Each (Approximately $4.09 USD, tax included)

Main Visual, Godzilla Footprints (yellow), Godzilla Footprints (blue)

Tote Bag: 4,400円 (Approximately $27.23 USD, tax included)

Flat Size: approx. W360 x H370 x D110 mm (W14 x H14.6 x D4.3 Inches)

Navy, khaki, grey

Lunch Bag: 2,860円 (Approximately $17.70 USD, tax included)

Flat Size: approx. W300 x H200 x D100mm (W11.8 x H17.9 x D3.9 Inches)

Light yellow, pastel green, light pink, lavender, sky blue, pastel orange

Can Magnets: 550円 Each (Approximately $3.40 USD, tax included)

Logo A, grey, yellow, dark gray, khaki, beige

Phone Tab: 1,540円 (Approximately $9.53 USD, tax included)

Logo A, Logo B

Chocolaterie Takasu Original Godzilla Sweets!

Chocolaterie Takasu, which operates stores in Nagoya City, will sell a limited number of "Kaiju no Oyaji" (Snacks of the Seaside), original Godzilla-inspired sweets for the Chubu Electric Power Company's MIRAI TOWER 70th anniversary. The store's patissier, Satoshi Takasu, is from Nishio City, Aichi Prefecture, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary as well as Chubu Electric Power Company's MIRAI TOWER and Godzilla, and has also served as a location for a Godzilla movie. Please enjoy the Godzilla-inspired sweets.

Box Price: 2,800円 (Approximately $17.33 USD, tax included)

About NAKED, INC

A creative company founded by Ryotaro Muramatsu in 1997. With the philosophy of "Core Creative, Total Creation, and Borderless Creativity," the company is active in all genres. In recent years, the company has created various experiences that crossover between real and virtual, such as the "DANDELION PROJECT," a networked art project that connects various parts of the world, and the development of AR/VR products. In 2022, NAKED will create a meta-verse of Kyoto, a project to transmit Kyoto's culture and art experiences in virtual and real life. In 2022, he launched "NAKED GARDEN ONE KYOTO," a project to deliver Kyoto's culture and art experiences through virtual and real life, working on the Kyoto Metaverse.

Representative works include "TOKYO HIKARI VISION," a projection mapping of Tokyo Station; "NAKED FLOWERS," an experiential art exhibition of flowers that has been held at the World Heritage Site Nijo Castle, Tokyo, and Hong Kong; "HUMANOID DJ," a music experience created by AI (artificial intelligence); and "TREE by NAKED," a food x art experience. NAKED has been involved in the "TREE by NAKED yoyogi park" restaurant, "NAKED Cherry Blossoms in Shinjuku Gyoen 2023," the G7 Hiroshima Summit social dinner, and other projects.

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