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    The “Internal Invasion Course” zipline ride at the “Godzilla Interception Operation Awaji - National Awaji-Island Institute of Godzilla Disaster” theme park attraction. Photo courtesy of Pasona Group Co., Ltd. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD.

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    Author: Keith AikenSource: Toho Co., Ltd., Nijigen no Mori Co., Ltd., Pasona Group Co., Ltd.Official Site: shop.nijigennomori.com Preorders have begun for merchandise from “Godzilla Interception Operation Awaji - 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 ~), the new entertainment attraction at the Nijigen no Mori Anime Park on Awaji Island, Hyogo Prefecture. Godzilla is the latest addition to the theme park, which has featured popular attractions based on anime characters such as Crayon Shin-chan and Naruto. Developed by Pasona Group Co., Ltd. and operated by Nijigen no Mori Co., Ltd., the Godzilla-themed attraction includes a museum with movie props and models, a shooting game, theater, dining, a gift shop, and more... along with the centerpiece "Internal Invasion Course" ride where visitors can zipline into the open mouth of a 120 meter statue of Shin Godzilla.

    Toho has unveiled monster-sized announcements to celebrate Godzilla Day. Photo courtesy of Toho. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD.

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    New Kaiju-Themed Licensing Collaborations with Mediatonic, Shag and Mondo All Set to Stomp Ahead Source: Toho Co., Ltd. press release Official Site: godzilla.com Special Thanks to Jennifer Cruz Leading up to the iconic kaiju’s 66th birthday on November 3, Toho International, Inc. reveals a slew of Godzilla brand and licensing announcements to help fans celebrate Godzilla Day in ways like never before. The company announces a batch of all-new episodes to drop weekly for its popular GODZILLA TALES series, which has garnered more than 325K views to-date. Toho also unveils new Godzilla-themed licensing collaborations in gaming, apparel, collectibles and more categories. “Fans of Godzilla roar louder than any community I know, and we still want to make sure they are able to commemorate their favorite character in exciting new ways,” said Lora Cohn, Managing Director, Toho International, Inc. “With more people online than ever, now is the

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    Source: Toho Co., Ltd. Official Site: godzilla-sp.jp (Japan), Godzilla Singular Point | Netflix (US) Official Twitter: twitter.com/GODZILLA_SP (Japan) Special Thanks to Avery Guerra Toho Animation has released the first preview video for their upcoming Netflix original anime series GODZILLA SINGULAR POINT (ゴジラ S.P ＜シンギュラポイント＞, Gojira S.P < Shingyura Pointo >). Release Date: April 2021 Outlets: Japanese TV broadcasts on TOKYO MX and other stations/ Worldwide distribution on Netflix Staff Director: Atsushi Takahashi Series Composition & Writer: Toh Enjoe Character Designs: Kazue Kato, Satoshi Ishino Monster Designs: Eiji Yamamori Music: Kan Sawada Animation production: bones x Orange © 2020 TOHO CO., LTD About Netflix Netflix is the world`s leading streaming entertainment service with 193 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries and feature films across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can watch as much as they want,

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    New ULTRAMAN YouTube Exclusive Series To Be Released Globally in Japanese, English and Chinese Source: Tsuburaya Productions Official Site: m-78.jp/galaxy-fight/tac Official Twitter: twitter.com/tsuburayaprod Tsuburaya Productions has provided SciFi Japan with large photos plus English and Japanese press information regarding the new characters and voice actors, publicity art, trailer and a tie-in promotional series for ULTRA GALAXY FIGHT: THE ABSOLUTE CONSPIRACY (ウルトラギャラクシーファイト 大いなる陰謀, Urutora Gyarakushī Faito Ōinaru Inbō), their new online series commemorating the ULTRAMAN Official YouTube Channel reaching one million subscribers. In the series, familiar Ultra Heroes from multiple generations throughout the universe must join in battle, one after another, in an ensemble piece that features everything fans could have dreamed of. That dream is now a reality, with a three-arc story spinning a tale across the ages, even linking up with ULTRAMAN Z (ZETT) 『ウルトラマンＺ(ゼット), Urutoraman Z (Zetto)』, which is currently airing

    The Netflix anime Ultraman joins the OVERRIDE videogame series with OVERRIDE 2: ULTRAMAN DELUXE EDITION. Image courtesy of Ultraman Galaxy. © 2020 Modus Studios Brazil. Anime Ultraman ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS ©Eiichi Shimizu, Tomohiro Shimoguchi ©ULTRAMAN PRODUCTION CONSORTIUM

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    Source: Ultraman Galaxy, The Licensing Group Ltd Official Site: modusgames.com/override-2-super-mech-league Special Thanks to Carey Simon OVERRIDE: MECH CITY BRAWL was a big hit when it dropped on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4 in 2018. Featuring sixteen technological titans tearing up the landscape as they battled vicious monsters, as well as each other, the game was made for classic tokusatsu and monster movie fans who always dreamed of stepping into those giant shoes. In August, Modus Games Brazil released their trailer for the game’s successor, the aptly-named OVERRIDE 2: SUPER MECH LEAGUE. Boasting new additions to the roster, as well as returning combatants from the first game, Modus also teased a special crossover in the trailer. Two weeks ago, the secret was revealed: Ultraman, from Netflix’s hit anime of the same name, is joining the Super Mech League, along with a friend and

    The international Ultramen Great, Ribut and Powered are among the co-stars in ULTRA GALAXY FIGHT: THE ABSOLUTE CONSPIRACY. Photo courtesy of Tsuburaya Productions. © TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS

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    New ULTRAMAN YouTube Exclusive Series To Be Released Globally in Japanese, English and Chinese Source: Tsuburaya Productions Official Site: m-78.jp/galaxy-fight/tac Tsuburaya Productions has provided SciFi Japan with large photos plus English and Japanese press information for ULTRA GALAXY FIGHT: THE ABSOLUTE CONSPIRACY (ウルトラギャラクシーファイト 大いなる陰謀, Urutora Gyarakushī Faito Ōinaru Inbō), their new online series which will premiere worldwide on the ULTRAMAN Official YouTube Channel in winter 2020. The ULTRA GALAXY FIGHT YouTube line is the first all-new series designed to be released online and distributed simultaneously worldwide in the 50+ year history of the Ultraman series. The first show in the series, ULTRA GALAXY FIGHT: NEW GENERATION HEROES (ウルトラギャラクシーファイト ニュージェネレーションヒーローズ, Urutora Gyarakushī Faito Nyū Jenerēshon Hīrōzu), started on YouTube on September 29, 2019. In the 10 months since its premiere, the series has gained more than 40 million views plus an

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    Source: Well Go USA, MPRM Communications press release Official Site: traintobusanpeninsula.com Special Thanks to Karen Tran Wood and Katie Jo Ash Facebook: @peninsulamovie Instagram: @peninsula.movie Twitter: @peninsulamovie #peninsulamovie The Korean zombie film TRAIN TO BUSAN PRESENTS: PENINSULA (반도, Bando, 2020) will open in US theaters August 21st from distributor Well Go USA. Four years after South Korea’s total decimation in TRAIN TO BUSAN (부산행, Busanhaeng, 2016), the zombie thriller that captivated audiences worldwide, acclaimed director Yeon Sang-ho brings us PENINSULA, the next nail-biting chapter in his post-apocalyptic world. Jung-seok, a soldier who previously escaped the diseased wasteland, relives the horror when assigned to a covert operation with two simple objectives: retrieve and survive. When his team unexpectedly stumbles upon survivors, their lives will depend on whether the best—or worst—of human nature prevails in the direst of circumstances. Distributor:

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    Source: Bandai America Incorporated Bandai America has provided SciFi Japan with information and photos of their new Mechagodzilla (1975) Space Beam Version figure. Part of X-PLus’ 30cm Series, the figure is based on the Mechagodzilla 2 design from the 1975 film TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA (メカゴジラの逆襲, Mekagojira no Gyakushū). A special feature of the figure is Mechagodzilla’s eyes, which light up 7 colors to recreate the cyborg monster’s Space Beam attack from the movie. The light up gimmick requires four AAA batteries (sold separately). This item is available for preorder now through 10:00am (EDT) September 8 on the Premium Bandai USA website. Mechagodzilla (1975) Toho 30cm Series Space Beam Version/東宝30㎝シリーズ メカゴジラ(1975) スペースビームVer. Manufacturer: X-Plus Product Size: Height Approximately 30cm (11.8 Inches) Material: PVC, ABS Preorder Window: August 5-September 8, 2020 Release Date: January 2021 Price: $250.00 ■ Set Contents Mechagodzilla Figure

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    Source: Toho Co., Ltd., Funko press release Official Site: godzilla.com Special Thanks to Sarah Allen Funko Games has partnered with Toho International for the Godzilla: Tokyo Clash Strategy Game. The game is on sale now at Target, and will be available from other retailers in August 2020. In Godzilla: Tokyo Clash Strategy Game, you are Earth’s most fearsome Kaiju — Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah, and Megalon — battling for dominance as the most terrifying monster in Japan! Stomp across the vintage Tokyo cityscape, unleash devastating attacks, and throw trains, tanks, and battleships at your enemies. Master each Kaiju’s unique battle style to gain dominance before the humans drive the monsters from the city! The game features an impressive 3-D table-presence with large-scale figures, buildings, and a modular gameboard so every game is unique! ■ Interesting Gameplay Features •

    After the March release was canceled due to the coronavirus, ULTRAMAN TAIGA THE MOVIE: NEW GENERATION CLIMAX is now set to open in August. ©ULTRAMAN TAIGA FILM PARTNERS

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    Source: Tsuburaya Productions Official Site: m-78.jp/taiga/movie (Japan) Official Twitter:twitter.com/ultraman_series A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE Tsuburaya Productions Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information, updated poster art, large photos andvideos for ULTRAMAN TAIGA THE MOVIE: NEW GENERATION CLIMAX (劇場版ウルトラマンタイガ　ニュージェネクライマックス, Gekijō-ban Urutoraman Taiga Nyū Jene Kuraimakkusu). The latest Ultraman theatrical feature film was originally planned to open in Japanese cinemas on Friday, March 6, 2020, but was postponed until Friday, August 7, 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Tsuburaya has also released a revised theatrical trailer and a special message video from Ultraman Taiga, guiding fans on how to prevent the spread of coronavirus during screenings of the film. ULTRAMAN TAIGA THE MOVIE continues from the ULTRAMAN TAIGA (ウルトラマンタイガ, Urutoraman Taiga) television series that aired from July 6-December 28, 2019. The son of the legendary Ultra Brother, Ultraman Taro., Taiga

    ULTRAMAN star Bin Furuya. Photo courtesy of Avery Guerra. ©2019 3Y Film

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    Source: Avery Guerra Official Site: daibutsukaikoku.com A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE THE GREAT BUDDHA ARRIVAL (大仏廻国, Daibutsu Kokaiku) will have a week-long theatrical run at the large scale cinema Ikebukuro Humax in Tokyo this September 4-10 (this same venue will host the Birth Of Godzilla event in November). While the movie is currently touring international film festivals worldwide, the Ikebukuro Humax screenings will present a new, extended cut “Final Edition” not seen elsewhere. The Final Edition will include additional footage with two kaiju film legends who recently joined the cast. New scenes featuring legendary ULTRAMAN star Bin Furuya and fan-favorite Godzilla/ kaiju film star Shiro Sano will be filmed in early August for inclusion in THE GREAT BUDDHA ARRIVAL. Bin Furuya, widely known for portraying the iconic titlular in ULTRAMAN and Ultra Guard agent Amagi in ULTRASEVEN, also had

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    Source: 3Y Film Official Site: nezura1964.com (Japan) Special Thanks to Avery Guerra An official English subtitled teaser trailer has been released for the kaiju film reboot NEZURA 1964 (ネズラ1964). Produced by 3Y Film in association with Kadokawa, NEZURA 1964 is a drama about the infamous unmade kaiju movie by Daiei. The film is co-written, produced and directed by Hiroto Yokokawa (THE GREAT BUDDHA ARRIVAL) and stars Yukijiro Hotaru (Gamera Trilogy, GMK), Masanori Kikuzawa (THE GREAT BUDDHA ARRIVAL), Kazuma Yoneyama (THE GREAT BUDDHA ARRIVAL), Yoshiro Uchida (GAMERA), Ippei Osako (SHIN GODZILLA, DEATH NOTE: Light up the NEW World), Himawari Ono (GAMERA THE BRAVE), Noboru Sato (CHANGEMAN KEN!, TAMPOPO), Mach Fumiake (GAMERA: SUPER MONSTER) and Akira Ohashi (GAMERA 2: ATTACK OF LEGION, GAMERA 3: THE REVENGE OF IRIS). The staff includes supervisor Kensaku Sakai, creature designer Keisuke Yoneyama, production artists Takuma Asai, Karin Yamada and

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    Special Thanks to Avery Guerra #KAIJUDEFEAT COVID #Capsulemonster The organizers of KAIJU DEFEAT COVID! have released a new trailer and TV spot for the project intended to help inspire kaiju and anime fans worldwide to be safe and get through the COVID-19 pandemic pandemic together. For more information on KAIJU DEFEAT COVID! please see the earlier coverage here on SciFi Japan.

    Updated poster art with the film’s new release date. Image courtesy of Tsuburaya Productions. ©ULTRAMAN TAIGA FILM PARTNERS.

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    Source: Tsuburaya Productions Official Site: m-78.jp/taiga/movie (Japan) Official Twitter:twitter.com/ultraman_series A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE Tsuburaya Productions Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information, updated poster art, large photos andvideos for ULTRAMAN TAIGA THE MOVIE: NEW GENERATION CLIMAX (劇場版ウルトラマンタイガ　ニュージェネクライマックス, Gekijō-ban Urutoraman Taiga Nyū Jene Kuraimakkusu). The latest Ultraman theatrical feature film was originally planned to open in Japanese cinemas on Friday, March 6, 2020, but was postponed until Friday, August 7, 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Tsuburaya has also released a revised theatrical trailer and a special message video from Ultraman Taiga, guiding fans on how to prevent the spread of coronavirus during screenings of the film. ULTRAMAN TAIGA THE MOVIE continues from the ULTRAMAN TAIGA (ウルトラマンタイガ, Urutoraman Taiga) television series that aired from July 6-December 28, 2019. The son of the legendary Ultra Brother, Ultraman Taro., Taiga

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    Source: Toho Co., Ltd., Funko press release Official Site: godzilla.com Special Thanks to Sarah Allen Funko Games has partnered with Toho International for the Godzilla: Tokyo Clash Strategy Game. The game is on sale now at Target, and will be available from other retailers in August 2020. In Godzilla: Tokyo Clash Strategy Game, you are Earth’s most fearsome Kaiju — Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah, and Megalon — battling for dominance as the most terrifying monster in Japan! Stomp across the vintage Tokyo cityscape, unleash devastating attacks, and throw trains, tanks, and battleships at your enemies. Master each Kaiju’s unique battle style to gain dominance before the humans drive the monsters from the city! The game features an impressive 3-D table-presence with large-scale figures, buildings, and a modular gameboard so every game is unique! ■ Interesting Gameplay Features •

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    Movie Releases August 18 Source: Avery Guerra Official Site: notzilla.movie Facebook: facebook.com/NotzillaMovie A trailer has been released for the award-winning kaiju comedy spoof NOTZILLA. Creepy Ex-Boyfriend Productions has joined forces with distributors Indie Rights for digital and Allied Vaughn for the physical media releases of the movie in North America on August 18, 2020. For more information on NOTZILLA please see the earlier coverage here on SciFi Japan: Award-Winning Kaiju Comedy Spoof NOTZILLA Releasing August 18th

    Ultraman and Ultraman Zett demonstrate the Cross Touch. Photo courtesy of Tsuburaya Productions. ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS © ULTRAMAN Z PRODUCTION CONSORTIUM?TV TOKYO

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    Source: Tsuburaya Productions Official Site: ani.tv/ultraman_z, m-78.jp/z (Japan) Official Twitter: twitter.com/ultraman_series In celebration of Ultraman Day (the anniversary of Ultraman’s first appearance on Japanese television on July 10, 1966), Tsuburaya Productions has released a new short film in which the new hero Ultraman Zett pays his respects to the original Ultraman. In the ULTRAMAN DAY SPECIAL MOVIE video, the nervous young Ultraman pays a visit to five of the original Ultra Brothers and also learns the "Cross Touch," a symbol of the connection between Ultramen. In related news, Ultraman Zett appeared today on the official Twitter for the ULTRAMAN Z television series to send a live post to the 6 Ultra Brothers. And fans can now track Zett`s daily activities on a free special feature page of the premium digital media service TSUBURAYA?GALAXY. Tsubiraya has also launched a commemorative stamp campaign for fans

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    Source: 3Y Film Official Site: nezura1964.com (Japan) Special Thanks to Avery Guerra A new teaser trailer has been released for kaiju film reboot NEZURA 1964 (???1964). Produced by 3Y Film in association with Kadokawa, NEZURA 1964 is a drama about the infamous unmade kaiju movie by Daiei. The film is co-written, produced and directed by Hiroto Yokokawa (THE GREAT BUDDHA ARRIVAL) and stars Yukijiro Hotaru (Gamera Trilogy, GMK), Masanori Kikuzawa (THE GREAT BUDDHA ARRIVAL), Kazuma Yoneyama (THE GREAT BUDDHA ARRIVAL), Yoshiro Uchida (GAMERA), Ippei Osako (SHIN GODZILLA, DEATH NOTE: Light up the NEW World), Himawari Ono (GAMERA THE BRAVE), Noboru Sato (CHANGEMAN KEN!, TAMPOPO) and Mach Fumiake (GAMERA: SUPER MONSTER). The staff includes supervisor Kensaku Sakai, creature designer Keisuke Yoneyama, production artists Takuma Asai, Karin Yamada and Hiroto Yokokawa, and consulting producer/publicist Avery Guerra. NEZURA 1964 is scheduled for a December 2020 release in Japan. Be sure

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    Source: Crunchyroll press release Special Thanks to Amanda Geraldo Crunchyroll has premieed a new trailer for THE GOD OF HIGH SCHOOL that highlights the three main characters and their unique fighting styles. THE GOD OF HIGH SCHOOL tells the story of three main characters who participate in a martial arts tournament -- Jin Mori, Han Daewi, and Yoo Mira. • Jin Mori – A sixteen-year-old whose renewal taekwondo, which he learned from his grandfather, makes him undefeatable. Nothing is more important to him than being the best fighter of all, and his current record out of 299 fights is 297 wins and 2 draws. He decides to participate in the God of High School tournament, an interdisciplinary martial arts competition, after suffering the first loss of his life against Judge R, one of the tournament’s judges. • Han Daewi – One of the

    Main director Kiyotaka Taguchi. Photo courtesy of Tsuburaya Productions. ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS © ULTRAMAN Z PRODUCTION CONSORTIUM?TV TOKYO

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    Source: Tsuburaya Productions Official Site: ani.tv/ultraman_z, m-78.jp/z (Japan) Official Twitter: twitter.com/ultraman_series Tsuburaya Productions has provided SciFi Japan with an update for ULTRAMAN Z (ZETT) ????????(???), Urutoraman Z (Zetto)?. The latest Ultraman series focuses on two young heroes: Haruki Natsukawa (played by Kohshu Hirano), a new pilot for the anti-monster robot force “STORAGE,” and Ultraman Z, a new hero and disciple of Ultraman Zero with a passionate heart. ULTRAMAN Z will begin broadcasting on Japanese television at 9am on Saturday, June 20, 2020. Tsuburaya recently announced the theme song of ULTRAMAN Z is “Chant My Name!” by Masaaki Endoh, while the ending song is “Connect the Truth” by Nami Tamaki. Riku Asakura (played by Tatsuomi Hamada), the main character of ULTRAMAN GEED (?????????, Urutoraman J?do, 2017) will guest star in the new series. Tsuburaya has also released a video revealing additional forms for Ultraman

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