Three generations of Mechagodzilla are featured on the new exclusive postcard for the Mechagodzilla Special Exhibition. Photo courtesy of Pasona Group. ©TOHO CO., LTD.
Author: Keith Aiken
Source: Pasona Group Co. Ltd. press release
Official Site: https://nijigennomori.com/godzilla_awaji/
The popular "Godzilla Interception Operation - National Awaji Island Institute of Godzilla Disaster" (ゴジラ迎撃作戦 ～国立ゴジラ淡路島研究センター～, Gojira Geigeki Sakusen ~ Kokuritsu Gojira Awajishima Kenkyū Sentā ~) attraction at the "Nijigen no Mori" animation theme park in Awaji Island Park, Hyogo Prefecture, has announced an update to their current exhibit.
Flying Mechagodzilla prop from GODZILLA VS. MECHAGODZILLA II. Photo courtesy of Pasona Group. ©TOHO CO., LTD.
On December 3, 2022, the "Mechagodzilla Special Exhibition" (メカゴジラ特別展, Mekagojira Tokubetsu-ten) featuring Mechagodzilla suits, props and photos from movies like GODZILLA: TOKYO SOS (ゴジラ×モスラ×メカゴジラ 東京SOS, Gojira x Mosura x Mekagojira Tōkyō Esu Ō Esu, 2003), opened in the "Godzilla Interception Operation's" Godzilla Museum. An exclusive Mechagodzilla postcard was distributed as a bonus to customers who reserved advance tickets for the attraction.
This month will see an upgrade to the exhibit with a new diorama based on the 1993 film GODZILLA VS. MECHAGODZILLA II (ゴジラVSメカゴジラ, Gojira VS Mekagojira) depicting Mechagodzilla in its flying form. There will also be a photo spot that recreates the fierce battle between Super Mechagodzilla and Godzilla from the climax of the movie. In addition, rare production materials from GODZILLA VS. MECHAGODZILLA II will be on display.
To commemorate the update, a new exclusive Mechagodzilla postcard (see photo at top of this article) will be distributed as a preorder bonus to patrons starting Monday, April 10.
GODZILLA VS. MECHAGODZILLA II photo spot. Photo courtesy of Pasona Group. ©TOHO CO., LTD.
■ "Mechagodzilla Special Exhibition" Overview
Exhibit Period: Saturday, December 3, 2022 - Friday, June 30, 2023*
Location: "Godzilla Interception Operation" in the Godzilla Museum
Fee: Included in the Admission Fee for "Godzilla Interception Operation"
● Attraction Fees: Adults Ages 12-Up - 3,800円 (Approx. $28.84 US), Children Ages 5-11 110cm or Taller - 2,200円 (Approx. $16.69 US), Children Ages 5-11 110cm or Shorter - 1,700円 (Approx. $12.90 US)
● All prices include tax.
Preorder Benefit: Exclusive Mechagodzilla Postcard. New Design from April 10, 2023.
*The closing date for the exhibition is subject to change.
GODZILLA: TOKYO SOS diorama. Photo courtesy of Pasona Group. ©TOHO CO., LTD.
■ "Godzilla Interception Operation Awaji" Overview
"Godzilla Intercept Operation" is the world's only entertainment attraction themed around a life-size Godzilla, 120 meters long, which has landed on Awaji Island, allowing visitors to truly experience the might and power of Godzilla.
Participants become members of the National Awaji Island Institute of Godzilla Disaster and take on missions such as a zipline, in which participants plunge into Godzilla's meticulously detailed body, and a shooting game in which they destroy scattered Godzilla cells.
About Nijigen no Mori
Nijigen no Mori is a Japanese anime theme park located in Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture. Limited edition merchandise for popular attractions such as "Crayon Shin-chan Adventure Park," "NARUTO & BORUTO Shin-chan," and "Godzilla Interception Operation Awaji" are now available for purchase at the park and the official online shop.
About Pasona Group
Based on its corporate philosophy of providing "Solutions to Society`s Problems," which has been unchanged since its founding, Pasona Group has always been a social solutions company dedicated to its mission of assisting all aspects of life for all those around us. Our mission is contributing toward a sustainable society and working toward a society capable of achieving a "Smart Life Initiative" to create lives of abundance for people.
About Toho
Toho Company, Limited, is a Japanese entertainment studio focused on the development, production, exhibition, and distribution of powerful live action and animated content including motion pictures, television and theater. Founded in 1932, Toho remains a prominent force in bringing brands and original storytelling with versatile talents to audiences worldwide. Its subsidiaries include Toho Cinemas, the highest grossing exhibition company in Japan, and Toho International, Inc., a U.S. established incorporated company that manages and commercializes Toho’s intellectual property portfolio. To learn more, visit toho.co.jp/en.