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    Shodai Godzilla Footprint Park at Tatarahama Beach Kannonzaki Japan. Photo courtesy of Edward L. Holland. ©TOHO CO., LTD

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    Shodai Godzilla Footprint Park at Tatarahama Beach Kannonzaki Japan. Photo courtesy of Edward L. Holland. ©TOHO CO., LTD Author and Photographer: Edward L. Holland Official Site:  https://kanagawa-park.or.jp/kannonzaki/   Edward L Holland arrives at Godzilla's footprint at Tatarahama Beach Kannonzaki Japan. Photo courtesy of Edward L. Holland. ©TOHO CO., LTD Take a small trip back to the giant world of the first-generation Godzilla at the Tatarahama Observation Platform, rededicated by Toho Studios and the Kanagawa Prefecture Yokosuka Civil Engineering Office at Kannonzaki, Japan on April 25, 2025. Yokosuka Naval Base is where late, great Godzilla suit actor Haruo Nakajima trained during World War II. Yokosuka City is home to the Godzilla Slide at Kurihama Flower World and also the point where Shodai Gojira (First Generation Godzilla) sets foot on the mainland in his 1954 debut. Godzilla’s footprint, located along the Uraga Channel

    Win the new Godzilla the Destroyer, Rodan and Hedorah set from Youtooz. Photo courtesy of Youtooz. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD.

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    Win the new Godzilla the Destroyer, Rodan and Hedorah set from Youtooz. Photo courtesy of Youtooz. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Youtooz Special Thanks to Vincent Ngo and Austin Long   The collectibles company Yootooz is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win their new wave of Classic Godzilla figures. Announced on Godzilla Day 2024, this 3-piece set includes boxed figures of Godzilla the Destroyer, Rodan and Hedorah, each standing between 3.8 and 4.6" in height. These figures can also be purchased from Youtooz.com and retailers (including BigBadToyStore and Entertainment Earth) in the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. The SRP for each figure is $29.99.   Photo courtesy of Youtooz. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Photo courtesy of Youtooz. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Photo courtesy of Youtooz. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD.

    Cover by Mark Brooks. Photo courtesy of Marvel. © 2025 MARVEL. GODZILLA TM & © TOHO CO., LTD.

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    The series pits the entire might of the Marvel Universe against the King of the Monsters, including the X-Men who lead the charge in issue three, on sale in September. Source: Marvel Entertainment Special Thanks to Anthony Blackwood   Cover by Mark Brooks. Photo courtesy of Marvel. © 2025 MARVEL. GODZILLA TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. The pop culture showdown fans have waited ages for arrives next month in GODZILLA DESTROYS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE, a five issue event series written by superstar writer Gerry Duggan and drawn by acclaimed artists Javier Garrón, Paco Medina and more. Following a series of hit one-shots where Godzilla battles different Marvel heroes across history, GODZILLA DESTROYS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE pits the King of the Monsters against the combined might of the Avengers, the Fantastic Four, the X-Men and more. Today, see what’s to come with the reveal of

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    Photo courtesy of U-TREASURE. ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: U-TREASURE Official 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)   U-TREASURE Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Koichi Aoki) is now taking pre-orders for a limited edition "Godzilla-1.0 Mini Figure Gold Model" in collaboration with Toho Co., Ltd. Reservations will run, while supplies last, through July 22, 2025 at the U-TREASURE Concept Store Ikebukuro and U-TREASURE Online Shop.  In commemoration of the huge success of the first Godzilla movie of the "Reiwa" era, GODZILLA MINUS ONE (ゴジラ-1.0/ゴジラマイナスワン, Gojira Mainasu Wan, 2023), a mini-sized, skillfully crafted gold (K18 yellow gold) figure will be released. Based on the 3D data used in the movie, it has been fine-tuned many times and made into a three-dimensional figure by a skilled jewelry craftsman. At about 1 cm

    Catch a day of daikaiju movie screenings this August in Derby, UK. Photo courtesy of Satori Screen. Artwork by Ed Pirrie (colored by John-Paul Bove). Godzilla and Mothra TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Gamera and Daimajin © KADOKAWA

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    Catch a day of daikaiju movie screenings this August in Derby, UK. Photo courtesy of Satori Screen. Artwork by Ed Pirrie (colored by John-Paul Bove). Godzilla and Mothra TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Gamera and Daimajin © KADOKAWA Official Site: https://www.derbyquad.co.uk/kaiju-a-go-go/ Special Thanks to Peter Munford After two hugely successful GODZILLA-A-GO-GO events, QUAD - Derby and Satori Screen are expanding their focus a little to take in some other spectacular monsters from Japan, with a day of screenings at the QUAD arts center in Derby on Saturday 23 August 2025. Never fear, Godzilla will still feature, but this time he is joined by such classic monsters as Mothra, Gamera, Daimajin and more! Tickets are now on sale.   KAIJU-A-GO-GO! Saturday 23 August 2025 QUAD  - DerbyThe Market Place, DE1 3AS Derby, United Kingdom Screening Schedule: 1:00pm – MOTHRA (PG) 3:00pm

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    Source: FunkoSpecial Thanks to Liberty Galindo The leading pop culture and fandom lifestyle brand, Funko, has announced its exclusive Anime Expo Pops! for the big event coming July 3, 2025 to July 6, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. These exclusive collectibles feature Funko's new authentication packaging. Using micro-optic technology that cannot be duplicated or replicated, these stickers contain unique item codes that can be officially verified through Octane5. Visit their Octane5 FAQ blog for more information.   Godzilla - Toho International Inc Photo courtesy of Funko. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. POP Super: GODZILLA MINUS ONE - Godzilla  Item Number: 1811 Material: VinylMSRP: $20.00 An earth-shaking creature is stomping its way toward your collection! Expand your POP! Movies set by making POP! Super Godzilla the next addition to your GODZILLA MINUS ONE lineup. Vinyl figure is approximately 5.4 in (13.7 cm) tall.

    Photo courtesy of Akita Shoten. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. ©Young Champion, AKITA PUBLISHING CO., LTD.

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    Photo courtesy of Akita Shoten. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. ©Young Champion, AKITA PUBLISHING CO., LTD. Source: Akita Shoten Co, Ltd.Official Site: https://www.akitashoten.co.jp/youngchampionOfficial X: https://x.com/g_comic_yc  Cover of YOUNG CHAMPION No. 13. Photo courtesy of Akita Shoten. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. ©Young Champion, AKITA PUBLISHING CO., LTD. The second chapter of the manga Godzilla Galaxy Odyssey (ゴジラ ギャラクシーオデッセイ, Gojira Gyarakushī Odessei) has been published in Issure 13 of the magazine Young Champion (ヤングチャンピオン,Yangu Chanpion), now on sale in Japan. Godzilla will appear in color inside the issue. The bonus is also luxurious, with a limited-edition card for the fighting card game GODZILLA CARD GAME (ゴジラ カードゲーム, Gojira Kādo Gēmu), which will be released by Toho on Saturday, July 5th. Of course, the illustration is a monster card from Godzilla Galaxy Odyssey by seriies creator Ju Ishiguchi! Be the first to

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    Photo courtesy of IDW Publishing. ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Kim Estlund   IDW Publishing is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to Volumes 3 and 4 of the Godzilla Library Collection, a comprehensive line of books that collects every Godzilla comic series by IDW! Volume 3 collects the 13-issue series History’s Greatest Monster by Duane Swierczynski and Simon Gane. It runs 328 pages. Godzilla continues to destroy cities and lives all over the world, and ex–special forces tough guy Boxer is a man with a grudge who vows to end the terror—no matter what! He assembles a top-notch team to take Godzilla and the other monsters down at $7 billion a bounty. Volume 4 collects the first 12 issues of the Rulers of Earth series by Chris Mowry, Matt Frank, and Jeff Zornow. It runs 280 pages.  Giant monsters are appearing across the

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    Photo courtesy of Super7. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Super7 Special Thanks to Brian Flynn and Ashley Anderson Super7's love for collectibles continues to grow into their newest product line—Super Duper Plush! Designed with the adult collector in mind, these 8” plush figures are crafted from super soft fabric, with beautifully embroidered details and felt accents that bring each character to life. Super Duper Plush captures the perfect balance of nostalgia and charm, making them a must-have for any collection. Whether displayed on your shelf or hugged close, these irresistibly soft character plushies are ready to brighten your day. Photo courtesy of Super7. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Photo courtesy of Super7. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Toho Super Duper Plush Wave 01: Godzilla '89    Price: $17.00   Get ready to add some extra

    Photo courtesy of Seibu Landscape Co., Ltd. Godzilla TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD.

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    Photo courtesy of Seibu Landscape Co., Ltd. Godzilla TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Seibu Landscape Co., Ltd.Official Site: https://www.kanagawaparks.com/kurihama/   At Yokosuka City Kurihama Flower World (designated manager: Yokosuka Flower World Seibu Partners, representative company: Seibu Landscape Co., Ltd.) in Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture, the Miura Peninsula's largest poppy flower field, with approximately 1 million poppies, is currently in full bloom. On the slope adjacent to the red Shirley poppy flower field, there is an original flower art flowerbed inspired by Godzilla, illuminated by red flowers and the "Red Fuji" (赤富士, Akafuji) from Katsushika Hokusai's ukiyo-e "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji: Fine Wind, Clear Morning" (富嶽三十六景 凱風快晴, Fugaku Sanjūrokkei Gaifū Kaisei).  Photo courtesy of Seibu Landscape Co., Ltd. Godzilla TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. The Design was Inspired by the Godzilla Slide at Kurihama Flower World in Yokosuka City The Adventure Land at

    Cover art by Nikola Čižmešija. Photo courtesy of IDW Publishing. ©TOHO CO., LTD.

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    Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Gregg Katzman Cover art by Nikola Čižmešija. Photo courtesy of IDW Publishing. ©TOHO CO., LTD. The new Godzilla #1 will be available from IDW Publishing on July 23, 2025. Today is the final day for retailers to place their pre-orders for this issue. The Kai-Sei Era, an all-new shared Godzilla universe, starts here! The first Godzilla ongoing series in a decade, the flagship title of the Kai-Sei Era presents a wild new take on the franchise, complete with a brand-new mythology, new powers, new designs, new characters, and plenty of twists and surprises. Whether you love Godzilla or love superhero comics, Godzilla is designed to be an accessible entry point for anyone and everyone. Join Tim Seeley (Godzilla vs. America: Chicago, Grayson, Hack/Slash, Local Man) and Nikola Čižmešija (TMNT: Black, White & Green, Sword of Azrael, Batman and Robin)

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    Photo courtesy of CCP JAPAN. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: CCP JAPAN The Japanese mail order site KH Company, which handles figures and miscellaneous goods, is now accepting pre-orders for the limited-edition "CCP Middle Size Series Hedorah Majora Emerald Ver. [KH Company Exclusive] " from the popular "CCP Middle Size Series" soft vinyl series by figure manufacturer CCP JAPAN Co., Ltd. Based on the concept of “an old-school/new-school, yet slightly old-fashioned soft vinyl monster series,” the popular Middle Size figure line measure 12 cm in height and fits in the palm of a hand, making them easy to collect. This is a collector's series by CCPJAPAN for soft vinyl and monster lovers, with a retro-style deformation that gives a nostalgic and somewhat “Showa-era retro” feel to the figures. The special "Majora Emerald Ver." features vivid, psychedelic coloring that is characteristic of Hedorah, composed of a

    Photo courtesy of Godzilla The Art Exhibition Public Relations Office. © TOHO CO., LTD.

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    Photo courtesy of Godzilla The Art Exhibition Public Relations Office. © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Godzilla The Art Exhibition Public Relations Office Exhibition Official Site: https://godzillatheart.com/exhibitionGODZILLA THE ART Project Official Site: https://godzillatheart.com/Official X: https://twitter.com/godzillatheartInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/godzillatheart   Photo courtesy of Godzilla The Art Exhibition Public Relations Office. © TOHO CO., LTD. The "Godzilla 70th Anniversary Godzilla The Art Exhibition" (ゴジラ生誕70周年記念 ゴジラ・THE・アート展,  Gojira Seitan 70 Sshūnenkinen Gojira THE Āto-ten) is currently being held at the Mori Arts Center Gallery (52nd floor, Roppongi Hills Mori Tower) (organized by The Asahi Shimbun Company, PARCO, and Toho). It is a large-scale exhibition of Godzilla and contemporary art, bringing together new works created by artists from Japan and abroad who are active in a variety of genres and who have faced Godzilla, thought about it, and created it. It is part of the project "GODZILLA THE ART," a series of

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    Photo courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. ©2025 TOHO.CO., LTD. Source: Toho Co., Ltd Official Site: https://dollhouse-movie.toho.co.jp/ (Japan) Photo courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. ©2025 TOHO.CO., LTD. Toho Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information and images from DOLLHOUSE (ドールハウス, Dōruhausu), opening in Japanese cinemas on June 13th.  DOLLHOUSE recently won the grand prize at the Fantasporto International Film Festival in Porto, Portugal.   INTRODUCTION The movie DOLLHOUSE is a 110-minute nonstop mystery  thriller that top Japanese actor Masami Nagasawa  (KINGDOM Series, SHIN ULTRAMAN) was eager to star in because of the interesting script. The original story, script, and direction are by Shinobu Yaguchi, who has produced hit entertainment works such as WATERBOYS (ウォーターボーイズ,  Uōtābōizu, 2001) and SWING GIRLS (スウィングガールズ , Suwingu Garuzu, 2004). With his decades of directing experience, Yaguchi has created a thrilling story about a family being manipulated by

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    Photo courtesy of Toho. © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Toho International, Inc. Official Site:  https://godzilla.com/ Official Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Godzilla_Toho Instagram: hhttps://www.instagram.com/godzilla_toho/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tohogodzillaofficial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/Godzilla_Toho Special Thanks to Liberty Galindo With Father’s Day right around the corner, Toho International is excited to share some fun and fandom-packed gift ideas from their Godzilla line and iiZO’s anime-inspired collectibles and apparel, perfect for the dads who stomp through life like a kaiju or collect like a pro. From bold Godzilla gear at Godzilla.com to sleek, anime-themed apparel and collectibles from iiZO.shop, these picks are built for fans who wear their passions proudly.   Dadzilla Approved  This Father’s Day, unleash your epic with Toho’s Godzilla collectibles, made for the dad who rules the living room like a kaiju king. Fierce, legendary, and unforgettable, just like him. Products can be purchased at: Godzilla.com  

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    Acclaimed Directors Hideaki Anno and Shinji Higuchi’s Entry in the Godzilla Universe Returns to North American Cinemas  in 4K, with Home Entertainment Release from GKIDS to Follow  Source: GKIDSOfficial Site: https://gkids.com/films/shin-godzilla/ Special Thanks to Nicholas Kouvaris Photo courtesy of GKIDS. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Academy Award-winning producer and distributor GKIDS has announced today that it has acquired all North American distribution rights to SHIN GODZILLA (シン・ゴジラ, Shin Gojira). The 2016 feature is directed by Hideaki Anno (NEON GENESIS EVANGELION Franchise, LOVE & POP) and Shinji Higuchi (BULLET TRAIN EXPLOSION, SHIN ULTRAMAN) with screenplay by Anno and visual effects by Higuchi. GKIDS will release the feature in North American theaters nationwide on August 14th, with a home entertainment release to follow. GKIDS will release the film in its original Japanese language with subtitles, including restored text cards and a 4K remaster that has

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    Photo courtesy of Bay Area Film Events. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Bay Area Film Events press releaseOfficial Site: https://www.godzillafest.com/Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SFGodzillafest Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sfgodzillafest   After the phenomenal success of last year’s film festival and convention, Bay Area Film Events is back in 2025 with two Godzilla events you won’t want to miss! Photo courtesy of Bay Area Film Events. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. The first is our Godzillafest Film Festival July 18-20 at the Balboa Theater. Continuing our annual tradition of bringing the best Godzilla films to the big screen, BAFE will have a weekend of Godzilla films rotating on two movie screens. This year is a big anniversary year, so look for films celebrating their release dates from the 50s to the 2000s. Movies like GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN, MONSTER ZERO, FRANKENSTEIN CONQUERS THE WORLD, TERROR

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    Photo courtesy of Funko. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: FunkoSpecial Thanks to Matthew Saribut Funko has provided product specs and pics of their new Pop! Premium Deco Godzilla figures. Now available for pre-order directly from Funko plus stores, comic book shops, and online retailers including Toho's Godzilla Store, Amazon, Entertainment Earth, Hot Topic, and FYE, the new figures are near-neon in their radiance, making them an easy – and easy to see – addition to any kaiju collection. Photo courtesy of Funko. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Photo courtesy of Funko. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Pop! Premium Mechagodzilla (Deco) Item Number: 1889 Material: Vinyl Release Date: Jine/July 2025 MSRP: $20.00 Expand your POP! Movies set by making this Premium Mechagodzilla (2003) Blue Deco figure the next addition to your Godzilla lineup.

    The cast and director of CHIBI GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN attend a fan event in Tokyo. Photo courtesy of Toho. © 2025 TOHO CO., LTD.

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    The cast and director of CHIBI GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN attend a fan event in Tokyo. Photo courtesy of Toho. © 2025 TOHO CO., LTD. Source: TOHO Marketing, Wright FilmOfficial Site: https://chibigodzilla.jp/Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chibigodzi_official   Monster Island Residents Gathering 2025 poster. Photo courtesy of Toho. © 2023 TOHO CO., LTD. Today, May 31st, the first fan meeting event for the TV anime CHIBI GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN (ちびゴジラの逆襲, Chibi Gojira no Gyakushū) was held at TOHO Cinemas Roppongi in Tokyo, with voice actor Jun Fukuyama (Chibi Godzilla) serving as MC. At Fukuyama's invitation, actors Yoshitsugu Matsuoka (Chibi Mechagodzilla), Rie Takahashi (Chibi Mothra), and Hiro Shimono (Chibi Rodan), all holding cute stuffed toys of the characters they play, as well as director Taketo Shinkai and Chibi Godzilla (in a costume) took to the stage. The "Monster Island Residents Gathering 2025" (怪獣島住民集会2025,  Kaijū-Jima Jūmin Shūkai 2025) was a

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    Photo courtesy of IDW Publishing. ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Gregg Katzman Godzilla: Heist #4 will be available Wednesday, June 4th from IDW. The package is almost secured! Our crew is at the feet of Mechagodzilla! But will they kill each other before Godzilla gets the chance? Betrayal, infighting, and a double-cross that shifts the balance of the story! No one on this crew was honest about their lives, and that might lead to some very real deaths. One thing we do know: Mechagodzilla is about to come online, and one of these two-timing crooks will be in the pilot seat.   Godzilla: Heist #4 Writer: Van JensenArtist: Kelsey RamsayColorist: Heather BreckelCover A: Bob EggletonCover B: Pablo Tunica Release Date: June 4, 2025 Price: $4.99 Pages: 32 For information on how to acquire Godzilla

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