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Evolving G Co., Ltd., which is developing the “GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA” project in collaboration with the city of Yokohama as part of the “Mobile Suit Gundam 40th Anniversary Project”, announced the scheme of “GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA” which was carried out held at Akihabara UDX on September 29. We held a meeting and posted the progress of the 1/1 scale 18m Gundam movement, which was built at Yamashita Wharf in Yokohama and is currently undergoing functional testing, and the event outline.
“Moving Gundam” test run video
The event period is from December 19, 2020 to March 31, 2022, and business days, excluding regular maintenance holidays, will be approximately 440 days. Tickets are 1,650 yen for adults (13 and older) and 1,100 yen for children (7 years and 12 years old), tax included.
Also, the admission fee from the special viewing space “GUNDAM-DOCK TOWER”, which is limited to a limited number of people, is an additional 3300 yen. In other words, the total ticket to see Gundam up close is 4,950 yen.
Originally scheduled to be released from October 1, it was postponed due to the influence of the new corona virus. Control the number of visitors and ensure a social distance. Hours of operation are from 10:00 to 21:00 (last admission is at 20:00).
Admission tickets will be on sale from October 2 and the date and time will be specified. Admission tickets are sold every two hours and the “GUNDAM-DOCK TOWER” is sold every hour. As an admission privilege, a limited number of Gunpla “1/200 RX-78F00 Gundam” will be presented (free visitors under 6 years old are not eligible).
Admission tickets can be sold on the day of the event, but to control the number of visitors, they will only be sold online. You can request the sale not only on the ticket purchase website, but also on the official app scheduled to be provided starting October 1.
Schematic of “GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA”
Image of “GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA”
Image of “GUNDAM-DOCK TOWER”
Gunpla “1/200 RX-78F00 Gundam” Admission Bonus Limited Quantity
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“GUNDAM YOKOHAMA FACTORY”, where you can see the 18m Gundam movement
「GUNDAM YOKOHAMA FACTORY」(C) Sotsu / Dawn
“GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA” is promoted by “General Incorporated Association Gundam GLOBAL CHALLENGE” consisting of Sotsu Co., Ltd. and Sunrise Co., Ltd. “Evolving G Co., Ltd.” consisting of Sunrise, BANDAI SPIRITS, Bandai Namco Entertainment, etc. Opera “GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA”, which opens the moving Gundam to the public.
The place is Yamashita Pier in Yokohama. 7 minute walk from “Motomachi / Chinagai Station” on the Minato Mirai Line. The total area of the site is 9,000 square meters. The 18m tall “Gundam” stands on the dock.
The facility consists of a 25m high “GUNDAM-DOCK” platform that stores and maintains the “Mobile Gundam” and a “GUNDAM-DOCK TOWER” observation deck where visitors can see the Gundam up close.
“GUNDAM-DOCK TOWER” is a special viewing space where Gundam’s head and body can be seen up close in motion from a height of 15-18 m. There are two floors, but you can use it with a single ticket.
There will also be an exhibition facility where you can learn about the Gundam mechanism, and an exclusive “GUNDAM-LAB” complex with shops, cafes and communication spaces. In addition to the “Academy”, where you can enjoy learning about the design, structure and mechanism of moving Gundam by selling special plastics for weapons limited to the place, there will be talk shows, conferences and workshops in the “Room of conferences “.
In the “Academy”, in addition to panels and video exhibits, you can learn more about the mechanism and thoughts towards its realization through the actually used parts. A large AR vision will also be installed that virtually replicates the entire Gundam’s cockpit.
The academy will also feature a “Softbank 5G EXPERIENCE with pilot view of GUNDAM” using Softbank’s 5G technology. It is said that you can experiment as if you were a pilot. Even for those who cannot visit Yokohama directly, AR content will be developed so that you can experience as if you were a new kind.
GUNDAM Pilot View Softbank 5G EXPERIENCE
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At Gundam Base Yokohama Satellite, we have original products. At the cafe, you can enjoy original Gundam-related menus and exclusive local gourmet meals from Yokohama. In addition, a conference room, trailer shop and satellite kitchen will be installed offering popcorn and drinks with limited products. It has several attractions.
Japan Travel Co., Ltd. will also plan an original tour with access plans across the country. The specific details of the tour will be published on the Japan Travel website in October. In addition, a preview is planned.
The movement of the Gundam in motion is …
Status during testing(C) Sotsu / Dawn
Gundam works electrically (motor + speed reducer, electric cylinder), and the degree of freedom of the whole body is 24 + part of the hand. He supports himself by being connected to the cart behind him at the waist From 10:30 to 20:30 during business hours there will be different productions at 00:00 and 30 minutes every hour. It is illuminated at night. A special production is also planned for the season.
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The Gundam operation during the test conducted by enthusiastic fans is already on the Internet, and it has become a big topic as it has been taken up by foreign media. However, this time the full picture of the Gundam move has yet to be released. The only movement released this time is the Gundam movement pointing to the skies. Other movements remain a mystery.
The full picture of the movement remains a secret.(C) Sotsu / Dawn
The first step into the future to keep dreaming big
Key visual of “GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA”
At the recital, Shin Sasaki, President and CEO of Evolving G Co., Ltd., said, “I want to deliver as much brilliant song as possible.” Takashi Fujiwara, director of Evolving G Co., Ltd., who presented the details, revealed a new key image. “Move a Gundam on a grand scale. This is the wish cherished by everyone who yearned for Gundam. It is also the first step into the future to continue dreaming big.” A copy of “Move, Gundam” and a picture of the sunrise. I put it “.
Shin Sasaki, President and CEO of Evolving G Co., Ltd.
Takashi Fujiwara, Director of Evolving G Co., Ltd.
From left, Evolving G Takashi Fujiwara, Shin Sasaki and film director Katsuyuki Motohiro
When you look at the real thing, “a ridiculous and strange impression appears”
Free talk from GGC leader Katsuyuki Motohiro and three directors
The recital was also attended by Mr. Katsuyuki Motohiro, a film director and director who is also a leader of GGC. When asked about his impressions of seeing reality, Mr. Motohiro enthusiastically said, “I can only say it’s amazing.” In succession, three directors of GGC took the stage. Four people held a free talk, including Technical Director Hironori Ishii, System Director Ko Yoshizaki, and Creative Director Masatake Kawahara.
Mr. Ishii said, “I feel like I’ve finally gotten to this point,” Mr. Yoshizaki said, “I’m still nervous,” and Mr. Kawahara said, “The work of the two people is now in good condition. When you see, we’ll start with the final production setting. ” Mr. Motohiro said that the existence of the real makes me want to think of plays and shows around this.
GGC’s lead film director and director Katsuyuki Motohiro. “It’s worth seeing live,” he said.
GGC Technical Director, Hironori Ishii
GGC System Director, Ko Yoshizaki
Creative Director of GGC Masatake Kawahara
And each of the three directors submitted their favorite photos. Mr. Ishii presented how Gundam shows its plants with one leg raised and how Gundam is reflected on wet asphalt on a rainy day.
Mr. Yoshizaki showed the Gundam simulation and comparison of the real machine and the stage from the space where he usually works, and Mr. Kawahara presented the top of Gundam’s head seen from the lookout and the appearance of Gundam at the sunset and at night. .. It moves even in real rainy weather, and the expression changes according to the time of day.
Mr. Ishii said he wants you to feel the frame and the internal mechanism that can be seen through the gaps on the outside. Mr. Kawahara said that he especially wants the children to see him.
The Gundam sole presented by Mr. Ishii
Comparison between the simulation presented by Mr. Yoshizaki and the real machine
Gundam Head presented by Mr. Kawahara
Gundam at night, also presented by Mr. Kawahara
The most worrying thing is how it looks when you really see it up close. Mr. Ishii said: “Of course I was very impressed by the movement, but I had the feeling of seeing something that I had never seen before. I have a new feeling so I find it interesting.”
Yoshizaki also said, “Every time I see something real, I think there are things that I don’t understand, be it CG or drawings.”
Mr. Kawahara said: “It is amazing that 10 years have passed since the statue was built and that it is moving until now. I think it would be great if dreams extended with children and they could connect with the future.”
And when asked for the last word, each of the four said the following. Mr. Ishii said: “I was very impressed when I saw the statue in Shiokaze Park 10 years ago. When I participated in this project, I was hoping that I could carry on with my impression from 10 years ago. I was worried until it really moved. I think that I was able to move it over the last month and bring a new experience. I hope everyone sees the Gundam actually moving in place. ” ..
Yoshizaki said: “I was worried until just before I started moving. It was really cool when Gundam’s head went up. There was a time when I was worried it would be cool if he started moving. But I can’t see it unless I move it. There are many things that can be understood just by looking at the movement in front of you. I hope you come to the site and see the movement, look down and experience various things. ” ..
Kawahara said: “I was impressed by the position of designing while looking sideways to see if it would be so smooth combining small movements in a complex way. From now on, music and other things will combine and become entertaining. We want to do our best. effort until the inauguration in December. “
Finally, Mr. Motohiro said, “If you watch the video, you might think, ‘Well, it’s like this’, but if you look at that place in Yamashita Wharf, you will get a ridiculous and strange impression. I cannot say this impression. Many people want to see it and talking about it. It’s brand new entertainment. I think it’s well done. I think it will end more and more, so I’m looking forward to it. ” Saying.
Mr. Motohiro said, “When you look at the real thing, strange impressions appear.”
Still going to get better
The “Large Scale Mobile Gundam” plastic pistol previously sold in August, but the 1/144 and 1/100 models will be sold again on the special Premium Bandai page starting September 30.
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