Godzilla Intercept Operation! A life-size Godzilla attraction opens on Awaji Island on October 10!

On Saturday, October 10, 2020, "Godzilla Intercept Operation - National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center" will open at the Hyogo Prefectural Awaji Island Park Anime Park "Nijigen-no Mori. Information on the attraction video produced by Toho, which will be used in the attraction's theater and starring Kona Yamazaki, Satoshi Matsuo, and other splendid actors, is also available on the official website.

The new attraction, "Godzilla Intercept Operation," is themed around the world's largest full-scale Godzilla that has landed on Awaji Island, and is the only entertainment attraction in the world where visitors can fully experience the might and power of Godzilla.

Participants become members of the National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center, and are briefed on the "Godzilla Intercept Operation" that will be launched against Godzilla, which has appeared on Awaji Island, through a movie-like attraction video produced by Toho. Then, they will observe the inactive Godzilla on a "zip line.

The zipline is a choice of two courses: the 162-meter-long "In-Body Entry Course," in which participants wear special harnesses and pay close attention to details, and the 152-meter-long "Outer Surveillance Course," in which they approach Godzilla's body surface and glide along.

After approaching Godzilla, visitors can challenge the "Anti-Godzilla Cell Shooting" attraction, in which they must destroy Godzilla cells with a special gun in order to stop the growth of Godzilla cells scattered from Godzilla's body surface while it is inactive.

The world's first permanent "Godzilla Museum," which is located next to the museum, displays a diorama of the battle at Tokyo Station in the movie "Shin Godzilla" (released in 2016) and other scenes from the movie with the cooperation of Toho Visual Arts, which has been in charge of special effects art for Godzilla movies. A diorama of the movie is on display.

In addition, more than 100 monster figures will be on display in one place, as well as props (props used during filming) from the Toho Visual Arts collection used in successive Godzilla films, prototypes for studying the modeling of monsters that were essential to the production of Godzilla films, and other valuable film materials that fans and others will enjoy.

In addition, the museum store will sell original goods that have been newly drawn exclusively for Nijigen-no-mori, and the restaurant "Morino Terrace" will offer "Godzilla Curry", a black curry made with onions from Awaji Island and red raayu, which is an image of the rage of the raging monster king. The restaurant will also offer 14 types of Godzilla food that are visually appealing and enjoyable, taking advantage of the character's characteristics, such as the "Godzilla Curry.

Facility Information
Gojira Intercept Operation: National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center

Starts: Saturday, October 10, 2020

Location: 2425 Kusumoto, Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture ("Nijigen-no-mori" near Morino Terrace)
Godzilla Intercept Operation" area / approx. 5,000 m2

Description: The world's largest life-size "Godzilla," approximately 120 meters in length, will appear on Awaji Island. In this area that recreates the world of Godzilla, participants will become members of the National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center and enjoy "zip line" and "shooting" attractions, the world's first permanent "Godzilla Museum" and original Godzilla food.

■ Theater
The attraction video, which can only be seen in the theater, will be directed by Kazuhiro Nakagawa, who was selected for the Agency for Cultural Affairs' "Young Filmmaker Development Project" in 2017, and will depict the entire "Godzilla Intercept Operation" that unfolds against Godzilla who appears on Awaji Island.
The powerful movie-like images produced by Toho and the original story created especially for this attraction will draw participants into the world of Godzilla at once.
The attraction will also feature a cast of star actors, including Kona Yamazaki, who will make his international debut in the Hollywood movie "Monster Hunter," and Satoshi Matsuo, who appeared in the "Shin Godzilla" movie.

Godzilla lands on Awaji Island and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge can be seen in the background.

■Zip Line
A zipline attraction that monitors Gojira while it is inactive.
After putting on a special harness, visitors are divided into two courses, the "In-Body Entry Course (162m)" and the "Out-of-Body Surveillance Course (152m)," to approach Godzilla and monitor him. Visitors can experience the thrill and power of confronting a life-size Godzilla.

■Godzilla Cell Shooting
In this attraction, visitors destroy Godzilla cells scattered from the inactive Godzilla using a special gun.
The player's score will be deducted if he or she is hit by a Godzilla cell, so aim for a high score by repeatedly avoiding and attacking the cells.

■Museum
The world's first permanent "Godzilla Museum. A diorama of the battle at Tokyo Station in the movie "Shin Godzilla" (released in 2016) and other scenes from the movie are on display, including the Godzilla suit used in the filming of the movie and a group of buildings, all of which look as if they are right in front of you.
In addition, more than 100 monster figures will be on display in one place, as well as props from the Toho Visual Arts collection used in successive Godzilla films, and prototypes of monsters essential to the production of Godzilla movies for modeling study,
The museum also exhibits valuable film materials that can be enjoyed by fans of Godzilla as well as other moviegoers.
The museum store offers more than 200 items, including original goods that can only be purchased here.

■Food (served at the adjacent eating and drinking facility Morino Terrace Kitchen Car)
The "Godzilla Curry" is a black curry made with onions from Awaji Island and red raayu, which evokes the wrath of the raging monster king, and the bright red "Tomato Chicken Curry" is inspired by the volcano where Radon was born. The menu also features four types of curry and rice dishes that take advantage of the character's unique characteristics.
In addition, 14 types of Nijigen-no Mori and Godzilla collaboration food will be offered, including a powerful three-tiered big burger with bacon & tomato, ham cutlet, and hamburger steak, all inspired by the image of Godzilla's long tail.

<Business hours of each facility
Attractions 10:00-22:00 (last admission 20:00)
Museum 10:00-22:00
Food and drink (Morino Terrace) 11:00-20:00 (last order 19:30)
Contact: Nijigen-no-mori Inc. "Nijigen-no-mori" Management Office
Tel: 0799-64-7061
HP: #
Note: The above information is current at the time of writing and is subject to change. The latest information will be released sequentially on the above website.

Messages from the performers and director of "Attraction Video

◆Message from Kona Yamazaki (playing the role of Researcher Saegusa)

Kona Yamazaki, who plays the role of Researcher Saegusa, says, "Normally, Godzilla is an unapproachable creature. I never thought I would be able to get so close to Godzilla. It must be an unforgettable experience for Godzilla fans around the world, including myself. This video, in which I was invited to appear as a researcher and learn about the new history of Godzilla, is also a must-see. I look forward to having you all join me as a member of Operation Godzilla Interceptor!"
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Born on April 25, 1994. Born in Chiba Prefecture. She won the Special Jury Prize at the 7th "Toho Cinderella" audition and made her acting debut in 2012 with "We Were There. Since then, she has appeared in numerous films and dramas. In 2021, "Brave" (directed by Katsuyuki Motohiro) and the Hollywood movie "MONSTER HUNTER" will be released.

Message from Satoshi Matsuo (Government Official)

I was surprised that Godzilla appeared in Hyogo Prefecture, where I am from, but I never thought that Godzilla would enter my body and do such and such a thing... I want to go to Awaji Island as soon as possible!
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Born in Hyogo Prefecture in 1975. He has appeared in numerous films, including the drama "The Best Divorce", NHK's TV series "Teppan", NHK's historical drama "Tenchi Jito", the drama "Koukou Kara Niban no Koi", and the film "Shin Godzilla".

Message from Director Kazuhiro Nakagawa

I want to meet Godzilla! It is no longer a dream. There is an inactive Godzilla on Awaji Island. It is truly mind-blowingly huge. Godzilla on Awaji Island? How did it become inactive? Expect to see powerful images that will unravel such mysteries!
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Born in 1986 in Nara Prefecture. Film director. Participated in director Shinji Higuchi's films such as "Shinkage no Kyojin" and "Shin Godzilla" as an assistant director. In 2017, he was selected for the Agency for Cultural Affairs' "Young Filmmakers Development Project" and directed "Saraba, Diamond".

The original story of "Operation Godzilla Interceptor".
Godzilla, long considered a legend, was first seen on the night a typhoon hit Awaji Island at the beginning of the Meiji Era. Godzilla appeared with high waves and overran the island, causing extensive damage, and the government prepared for another attack by Godzilla.
The government was preparing for another attack by Godzilla, and their fears came true when Godzilla once again landed on Awaji Island. The government immediately began to respond.
They guided Godzilla to Nijigen-no-mori, used explosives planted in the ground to block Godzilla's movements, and shot missiles loaded with chemicals into its mouth, which caused Godzilla to cease its activities.
Currently, Gojira is under the supervision of the National Gojira Awaji Island Research Center, but Gojira has only ceased its activities, and there is no telling when it will make its move. We need your help to monitor its behavior.

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