Godzilla THE Art Exhibition Experience at Mori Tower Tokyo

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Author and Photographer: Edward L. Holland
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Godzilla THE Art Exhibition at Roppongi Hills Mori Tower accented what Godzilla signifies to artists from around the world during its stomp through Tokyo until June 29! From the pop art stylings of Tadanori Yokoo to sculptures, short films, digital art and so much more this showcase for modern art enthusiasts and the legendary, Japanese monster celebrating its 70^th anniversary did not disappoint. With no emphasis, thankfully, on the Hollywood Godzilla, patrons were inspired by the significant pieces on display in the heart of chic Tokyo atop the 52^nd floor of Mori Tower Roppongi at the Mori Art Center Gallery.

Locals and international tourists re-explored 70 Years of Godzilla’s Evolution and how the kaiju has transformed across the decades in Japan. The King of Kaiju was reimagined through the lens of a variety of expressive art pieces. Global artisan’s contemporary interpretations of what the king means and signifies to the masses and beyond were front and center only at Godzilla THE Art Exhibition.

From the beginning, Godzilla, founded by Toho Studios’ team of Special Effects director, Eiji Tsuburaya, producer Tomoyuki Tanaka and director Ishiro Honda, the King of Monsters stumbled affectionately into the heart, soul and pallet of cinema enthusiast across the globe. Various tributes to their artistry was in full explosive effect at Godzilla THE Art exhibition.

In an online interview Takeshi Yoro, the general producer of the exhibition, mentioned, “Godzilla's enduring power lies in its ability to adapt, reflecting the mood and atmosphere of each era. The exhibition’s goal is to capture this transformation, allowing each artist to present their own version of Godzilla."

In addition, fans were able to top it all off high above Tokyo with Godzilla-themed fare at the Sun & Moon café and restaurant with spectacular views of the city below. From the destructive art meets special effects entrance portal to the final stage mass media photo zone with adjoining platform accompanied by dystopian lights and explosive theme music, the Godzilla THE Art Exhibition tantalize the public, fellow artists and some paid a visit more than once to re-examine what the king metaphorically and personally means to them.

Godzilla THE Art Exhibition at Mori Center Gallery exhibition which ran until Jun 29, 2025 at Mori Tower Roppongi Hills, Tokyo encouraged learning what the origin of Godzilla means to various artists, through physical and digital representations with fresh, new historic looks at the King of Kaiju.

At the end of the visit there was a well-stocked gift shop with moderate and higher end goods for sale only at the Godzilla THE Art exhibition which recognized artistic expressions of Godzilla from across the globe based on the largest movie star of all time from Toho Studios.

For more on information, please see the earlier coverage here on SciFi Japan...

Edward L. Holland is a US military veteran, civil servant, English language school manager, longtime correspondent for SciFi Japan, and co-founder of Monster Attack Team, the largest English tokusatsu magazine to date, formerly published by Famous Monsters of Filmland. Follow him on Instagram @edwardlholland