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    Shinnosuke and his dog Shiro befriend a small dinosaur named Nana in CRAYON SHIN-CHAN THE MOVIE: OUR DINOSAUR DIARY. Image courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. ©Yoshito Usui/Futabasha, Shin-Ei, TV Asahi, ADK 2024

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    Shinnosuke and his dog Shiro befriend a small dinosaur named Nana in CRAYON SHIN-CHAN THE MOVIE: OUR DINOSAUR DIARY. Image courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. ©Yoshito Usui/Futabasha, Shin-Ei, TV Asahi, ADK 2024 Source: Toho Co., Ltd. Official Site: https://www.shinchan-movie.com/2024/ (Japan) Translator: Andres Perez (Sakura Central) Toho has provided information and images from the upcoming anime film, CRAYON SHIN-CHAN THE MOVIE: OUR DINOSAUR DIARY (映画クレヨンしんちゃん△オラたちの恐竜日記, Eiga Kureyon Shinchan △ Tachi no Kyōryū Nikki), opening in Japan on August 9th. The movie is the 32nd feature film for the popular Crayon Shin-chan franchise created by Yoshito Usui, which follows the comedic misadventures of Shinnosuke "Shin-chan" Nohara, a mischievous five-year-old who often says inappropriate things and cannot resist pretty ladies, regardless of their age. Shin-chan`s family includes his baby sister Himawari, their mother Misae who gets hysterical whenever her two kids are misbehaving in public, dad Hiroshi,

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    Photo courtesy of Diamond Select Toys. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Photo courtesy of Diamond Select Toys. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Diamond Select Toys press release Special Thanks to Zach Oat Diamond Select Toys has announced that their latest addition to their Godzilla Legends in 3-D 10-Inch Resin Bust line will be Godzilla 1974 from the movie GODZILLA VS. MECHAGODZILLA (ゴジラ対メカゴジラ, Gojira Tai Mekagojira). The limited edition statue will be available in stores in early 2025. To purchase the Godzilla 1974 bust, find a store at comicshoplocator.com or order at https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/godzilla-1974-legends-in-3-dimensions-bust/ Godzilla Legends in 3-D Godzilla 1974 10-Inch Resin Bust A Diamond Select Toys release! From the fires of a nuclear explosion rises Godzilla! The irradiated monster takes on his 1974 appearance in this approximately 9.5-inch resin bust, set atop a pedestal base

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    Source:  Ghost X Ghost press release Special Thanks to Brock Otterbacher From the press release... Coming soon to Los Angeles 70 Years of Godzilla Photo courtesy of Ghost X Ghost. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Spoke Art & Ghost X Ghost are thrilled to announce that we have teamed up for 70 Years of Godzilla, a group exhibition seven decades in the making! This August, we’re stomping in Los Angeles for this incredibly special show inspired by one of the biggest stars to every grace the silver screen.  This officially licensed collection of artwork celebrates the legacy of Godzilla focusing on the films released with the world famous Japanese production studio, Toho Co., Ltd. Featuring artwork from over 50 artists from around the globe, each inspired by the films and characters of cinema's most recognizable and monstrous creations.  Join us in Los Angeles, CA August 10th through 30th to see this incredible collection

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    Photo courtesy of Insight Editions. 2024 © Insight Editions by Arenathemes. All Rights Reserved © 2024 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment. All rights reserved. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary Source: Insight Editions Special Thanks to John Schork Insight Editons is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win a copy of their new deluxe art book, The Art of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.Written by James Mottram (The Making of Dunkirk, Jurassic Park: The Ultimate Visual History), this 224 page slipcased hardcover dives into the creation of GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE with stunning visuals from the production, including never-before-seen concept art and storyboards. Featuring commentary from the filmmakers, this volume explores how a team of world-class artists brought stunning creatures and epic battles to life for an all-new, big screen Monsterverse adventure. The Art of Godzilla x Kong: The

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    Source:  Ghost X Ghost Special Thanks to Brock Otterbacher  Photo courtesy of Ghost X Ghost. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Ghost X Ghost's Godzilla Minus One enamel pin, designed by Christian Gonzalez, is in stock and ready to ship!  ■ Godzilla Minus One Head Soft Enamel Pin   Soft enamel pin on black metal, approx. 1.5" wide x 2" high. Pin features double posts and rubber clutches, bagged on a card back. Designed by Christian Gonzalez Price: $12.00 Order Link:  https://ghostxghost.com/products/godzilla-minus-one-head-soft-enamel-pin          About Ghost X Ghost All the strange in the world. The odd, bizarre, and weird. That’s us, that’s the stuff we love, and the things we make. We welcome all who abandon the norm. With 20 years of experience in the world of apparel, collectibles, music, etc., we started Ghost

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    Source: Playmates Toys Limited Special Thanks to Sarah Gumina International toy titan Playmates has provided SciFi Japan with product info and large photos of their new GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE Giant and Battle Roar Shimo figures. The company had planned to release these figures in Fall 2024 but has moved up the date, with the Shimos now available from some retailers and going wider in the coming weeks. Photo courtesy of Playmates. © 2024 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary Photo courtesy of Playmates. © 2024 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary 7" Battle Roar Shimo Figure Unleash Shimo’s mighty battle cry with the GODZILLA X KONG: 7" Battle Roar Shimo figure. Simply press the button

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    Photo courtesy of Insight Editions. 2024 © Insight Editions by Arenathemes. All Rights Reserved © 2024 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment. All rights reserved. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary Source: Insight Editions Special Thanks to John Schork, Jaime Factor and Alex Fishman Insight Editons has provided SciFi Japan with an early look at their new "making of" book, The Art of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. This 224 page slipcased hardcover will be available on June 25th. Dive into the creation of GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE with this deluxe art book. Featuring commentary from the filmmakers, this volume explores how a team of world-class artists brought stunning creatures and epic battles to life for an all-new, big screen Monsterverse adventure. Illustrated with stunning visuals from the production, including never-before-seen concept art and storyboards, this book is the ultimate companion

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    Source: Legendary Comics Special Thanks to Alex Fishman and Brie Dorsey Photo courtesy of Legendary Comics. © 2024 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary Legendary Comics is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win a copy of Godzilla x Kong: The Hunted, the official graphic novel prequel to the latest blockbuster film in the Monsterverse franchise, GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE. Written by Brian Buccellato and brought to life by artists Dario Formisani, Drew Johnson, and colorists Zid and Niezam, this thrilling tale offers fans an immersive journey into the depths of the Hollow Earth. A twisted Skull Island trophy hunter lures his prey, setting his sights on the most formidable game of all. Godzilla x Kong: The Hunted is now available from retailers. The paperback graphic novel runs 104 pages and retails

    The GODZILLA VS. KONG Escape Room is now open at 60out HHLA. Photo courtesy of 60out. © 2024 60out Escape Rooms. All rights reserved. ©2024 Legendary. All Rights Reserved. TM&© TOHO CO.,LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM&© Legendary

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    The GODZILLA VS. KONG Escape Room is now open at 60out HHLA. Photo courtesy of 60out. © 2024 60out Escape Rooms. All rights reserved. ©2024 Legendary. All Rights Reserved. TM&© TOHO CO.,LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM&© Legendary Source: 60out Immersive Entertainment Center press release Special Thanks to Brooke Cockrell 60out has opened the world’s first GODZILLA VS. KONG escape room at their new flagship location is in the heart of Los Angeles. Bookings can be made at www.60out.com. Photo courtesy of 60out. © 2024 60out Escape Rooms. All rights reserved. ©2024 Legendary. All Rights Reserved. TM&© TOHO CO.,LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM&© Legendary The GODZILLA VS. KONG escape room, licensed from Legendary Entertainment, is an immersive adventure that takes you deep into Hollow Earth. Get ready to unravel mysteries, solve puzzles, and navigate thrilling challenges. Pre-book your adventure now and unleash the hero within. This launch

    GODZILLA MINUS ONE is now streaming in North America! Photo courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD.

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      GODZILLA MINUS ONE is now streaming in North America! Photo courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Toho Co., Ltd press releaseOfficial Site: https://godzilla-movie2023.toho.co.jp/ (Japan), https://godzilla.com/ (US)Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/godzilla231103 (Japan), https://twitter.com/Godzilla_Toho (US) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godzilla231103/ (Japan), https://www.instagram.com/godzilla_toho/ (US) TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@godzilla.toho Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tohogodzillaofficial/ (US) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/Godzilla_Toho (US)  The wait to watch the record-breaking, Academy Award-winning GODZILLA MINUS ONE (ゴジラ-1.0, ゴジラマイナスワン, Gojira Mainasu Wan, 2023) on demand in North America is officially over. Fans of the King of the Monsters can now stream GODZILLA MINUS ONE on Netflix, with GODZILLA MINUS ONE and GODZILLA MINUS ONE/MINUS COLOR (ゴジラ-1.0/C,ゴジラマイナスワン/マイナスカラー, Gojira Mainasu Wan/Mainasu Karā, 2024) digital purchase and digital rental available across popular platforms. GODZILLA MINUS ONE is available to stream on Netflix starting June 1, subtitled and dubbed in Japanese, English, and more languages in North America. GODZILLA MINUS ONE/MINUS COLOR will be available to stream on Netflix

    Toho brings the new anime film UMAMUSUME: PRETTY DERBY – BEGINNING OF A NEW ERA to Japanese cinemas this weekend. Photo courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. ©2024 UPDMAP

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      Toho brings the new anime film UMAMUSUME: PRETTY DERBY – BEGINNING OF A NEW ERA to Japanese cinemas this weekend. Photo courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. ©2024 UPDMAP Source: Toho Co., Ltd Official Site: https://movie-umamusume.jp/ (Japan)Translator: Andres Perez (Sakura Central) Special Thanks to Sachiko Tanaka Photo courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. ©2024 UPDMAP Toho Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information and high-res images from UMAMUSUME: PRETTY DERBY – BEGINNING OF A NEW ERA (劇場版『ウマ娘 プリティーダービー 新時代の扉』, Gekijō-ban “Umamusume Puritīdābī Shin Jidai no Tobira”). The mobile game-turned-anime follows anthropomorphized horse girls, each based on famous Japanese racehorses throughout history, as they study and train at the Tracen Academy to become the best racers and pop idols in Japan. Both the film’s screenwriter and scenario director previously worked together on the 2023 four-episode OVA series, UMAMUSUME PRETTY DERBY: ROAD TO THE TOP

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    Source: KAIJU BROOKLYN 2 press release Official Site: https://www.kaijubrooklyn.com/kaiju2 Special Thanks to John Bellotti, Jr Photo courtesy of Kaiju Brooklyn. BrooklynONE Productions and Robo7 proudly announce the return of the colossal KAIJU BROOKLYN 2 event, set to captivate audiences at Industry City on June 1st, 2024. Following the immense success of the inaugural KAIJU BROOKLYN, this year's installment promises even more monstrous thrills, excitement and live entertainment. KAIJU BROOKLYN 2, a unique collaboration between two visionary production companies, is set to take the audience on an unforgettable journey into the world of Japanese giant monsters, superheroes and robots. Industry City, a dynamic and expansive venue, will provide the perfect backdrop for this epic spectacle, offering attendees an immersive experience like never before.   KAIJU BROOKLYN 2 51 35TH STREET BUILDING 5/6 BROOKLYN NY 11232

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    Photos courtesy of Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. © 2024 Legendary. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary.   Source: Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment press release Special Thanks to Michael Foell and Liza Nedelman   Titans Combine Forces for the Ultimate Team-up when the Action-packed Adventure Becomes Available for Purchase and Rental Debuts for Premium Digital Ownership and Rental on May 14 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD arrive on June 11 5-Film 4K UHD Collector’s Edition Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Monsterverse Also Available this Summer The latest entry in the Monsterverse franchise, GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE, which follows up the explosive showdown of Godzilla vs Kong with an all-new cinematic adventure, debuts for purchase and rental Digitally at home on May 14. From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, GODZILLA

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    Source: Comscore Special Thanks to Paul Dergarabedian Comscore has announced the official North American and Global box office estimates for the weekend of May 12, 2024, as compiled by the company’s theatrical measurement services. As the trusted official standard for real-time worldwide box office reporting, Comscore provides the only theater-level reporting in the world. Customers are able to analyze admissions and gross results around the world using Comscore's suite of products.   Comscore – Domestic/Global Box Office Estimates – May 12, 2024, by Paul Dergarabedian   A re-cap of this weekend’s notable performers as reported by their respective distributors. Please note this weekend’s overall total estimated 3-day Domestic box office is $94.35M and YTD 2024 (estimated at $2.29B through Sunday) is down 22% vs. 2023. ■ Notable Domestic Openers 20th Century Studios’ KINGDOM OF THE PLANET

    GEMNIBUS vol.1, an omnibus of short stories by young filmmakers, will receive a limited 2-week theatrical release in Japan this month. Image courtesy of Toho. © 2024 TOHO CO., LTD.

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    GEMNIBUS vol.1, an omnibus of short stories by young filmmakers, will receive a limited 2-week theatrical release in Japan this month. Image courtesy of Toho. © 2024 TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Toho Co., Ltd. Official Movie Site: https://gemstone.toho.co.jp/gemnibus/vol1/ (Japan) A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE Theatrical poster. Image courtesy of Toho. © 2024 TOHO CO., LTD. Toho Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information and images for GEMNIBUS vol.1 (ジェムニバス vol. 1, Jemunibāsu Boryūmu Wan), an omnibus of short stories from Toho's digital production brand, GEMSTONE Creative Label. GEMNIBUS vol.1 will receive a limited 2-week theatrical release in Japan starting May 28th.   INTRODUCTION Toho's new project to discover fresh talent! Don't miss the limited release of this new-age film by four up-and-coming creators! GEMSTONE Creative Label is a content creation label launched by young employees of Toho Co. It

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    Photo courtesy of Shout! Studios. ©2023 Studio Ghibli AVAILABLE TO OWN ON DEMAND IN 4K ON ALL MAJOR DIGITAL PLATFORMS ON JUNE 25  Source: Shout! Studios press release Special Thanks to Lauren Blum   Photo courtesy of GKIDS. ©2023 Studio Ghibli Fresh off a historic Academy Award win for Best Animated Feature, the latest and long awaited cinematic masterpiece from the legendary Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli, THE BOY AND THE HERON (君たちはどう生きるか, Kimitachi wa Dō Kiru ka, 2023), will be released July 9 on 4K UHD + Blu-ray, Blu-ray + DVD, and in a Limited Edition Steelbook that includes 4K UHD + Blu-ray, featuring Dolby Vision plus Dolby Atmos for the ultimate home entertainment experience from GKIDS with home entertainment distribution from Shout! Studios. This is the first title from Studio Ghibli to ever be released on 4K UHD. THE BOY

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    Source: Comscore Special Thanks to Paul Dergarabedian Comscore has announced the official North American and Global box office estimates for the weekend of April 28, 2024, as compiled by the company’s theatrical measurement services. As the trusted official standard for real-time worldwide box office reporting, Comscore provides the only theater-level reporting in the world. Customers are able to analyze admissions and gross results around the world using Comscore's suite of products. This weekend, GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE opened in Japan and crossed the $500 million mark worldwide!   Comscore – Domestic Box Office Estimates – April 28, 2024, by Paul Dergarabedian   A re-cap of this weekend’s notable performers as reported by their respective distributors. Please note this weekend’s overall total estimated 3-day Domestic box office is $64.5M and YTD 2024 (estimated at $2.006B through Sunday) is down

    Photo courtesy of Toho. © 2024 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary

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    Photo courtesy of Toho. © 2024 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary Source: Toho Co., Ltd. Official Movie Site: https://www.godzillaxkongmovie.com/ (US), godzilla-movie.jp (Japan) Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GodzillaVsKong (US) Official Instagram: @GodzillaVsKong (US), @GodzillaMovieJP (Japan) Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/godzillavskong (US), @GodzillaMovieJP (Japan) Japanese poster courtesy of Toho. © 2024 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary While Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE (ゴジラxコング 新たなる帝国, Gojira x Kongu Aratanaru Teikoku) opened in North America and most international markets in late March, the Japanese release begins today. Toho Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with a press release and images for the film's theatrical run in Godzilla's homeland...   INTRODUCTION The world is now witnessing...The Anniversary Blockbuster (Godzilla's 70th anniversary x

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    Source: Comscore Special Thanks to Paul Dergarabedian Comscore has announced the official North American and Global box office estimates for the weekend of April 21, 2024, as compiled by the company’s theatrical measurement services. As the trusted official standard for real-time worldwide box office reporting, Comscore provides the only theater-level reporting in the world. Customers are able to analyze admissions and gross results around the world using Comscore's suite of products.   Comscore – Domestic Box Office Estimates – April 21, 2024, by Paul Dergarabedian   A re-cap of this weekend’s notable performers as reported by their respective distributors. Please note this weekend’s overall total estimated 3-day Domestic box office is $65.4M and YTD 2024 (estimated at $1.981B through Sunday) is down 19% vs. 2023. ■ Notable Domestic Openers Universal’s R-rated horror film ABIGAIL opened in the

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    Source: Penguin Random House press release Special Thanks to Garrett Bond and Casey Nugent Penguin Random House is publishing a series of illustrated Godzilla children's books as part of their Penguin Young Readers line. The first book, Love From Godzilla, was released last December with Brave Like Godzilla and the non-fiction What is the Story of Godzilla? coming this June.   Photo courtesy of Penguin Random House. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. BRAVE LIKE GODZILLA By Charlie Moon; Illustrated by Jordan Bradley and Milo MoorePenguin Young Readers LicensesOn Sale 6/25/2024Ages 4 -8 HardcoverISBN 9780593662199$14.99 EBookISBN 9780593751602$8.99 Face your fears with Minilla and Godzilla in this original picture book, just in time for Godzilla's 70th anniversary in 2024! Minilla and his friends are having

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