GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA will implement a new staging "F00 /AI Awakening" from January 1, 2022 (Saturday)!

At the ongoing "GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA" (GFY), it has been announced that a new production "F00 /AI Awakening" will be held from January 1, 2022 (Saturday).

Based on the concept that "GFY is conducting start-up experiments by combining parts excavated in Yokohama," the new performance will be developed under the setting of a story that occurred during the new experiments.
The story is designed to make viewers feel a connection with the "Mobile Suit Gundam" animation, and they will be able to see different poses and more delicate and smooth movements than before.

Also, GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA, which celebrated its first anniversary on December 19, 2021 (Sun.), launched the "GFY 1ST ANNIVERSARY" project to commemorate the first anniversary, which will run through January 30, 2022 (Sun.), with special first anniversary events such as posting memorable photos and original design latte art. and sales of originally designed latte art.

In addition, the popular "Online Backyard Tour," in which the director involved in the production of the "moving Gundam" takes visitors inside the "Gundam Dock," the deck that houses the "moving Gundam," will be available again for a limited time after closing. The "Online Backyard Tour" will be available for a limited time only, and new products such as posters designed with numerous photos that convey the mechanical atmosphere of a moving Gundam, as well as apparel and general merchandise will be available.

Event Information

New performance "F00 /AI Awakening
Period: January 1, 2010 (Sat) - March 31, 2010 (Thu)
The event period is subject to change without notice.
Please check the official website for ticket purchase.

New program time: 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00 each day (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only)
*Other than the above hours, the normal program will be in standby mode for startup experiment.
Weekdays at 5:00 p.m., in addition to the new program, the regular program (start-up experiment) will be used.

GFY 1st Anniversary "GFY 1ST ANNIVERSARY

Installation of a tree to commemorate the first anniversary
Period: December 19, 2021 (Sun) - January 30, 2022 (Sun)
Photo spots commemorating the 1st anniversary will appear in the facility for a limited time.

Period of tree appearance is subject to change. The tree appearance may be changed or cancelled without prior notice due to inclement weather or other reasons.
The tree will appear for a limited time due to a maintenance shutdown.

Celebrate with everyone! Post your GFY memories!
Period: December 19, 2021 (Sun.) - January 30, 2022 (Sun.)
GFY official Twitter (@ gfy_official_) will be asking you to submit your memorable photos from the opening to now with the hashtag (#GFY 1st) exclusively for the 1st anniversary.
The photos will be posted on a special page on the official website of GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA.

Selling original latte art for the 1st anniversary
Period: December 18, 2021 (Sat) - January 30, 2022 (Sun)
Latte art designed to commemorate GFY's 1st anniversary will be sold at the GUNDAM Cafe YOKOHAMA Satellite.

Business hours change and regular closing days
Starting date of change: January 12, 2022 (Wed.)
Business hours: Weekdays 11:00-18:00 (last admission 17:00) Weekends and holidays 10:00-20:00 (last admission 19:00)
Programs are performed at 20 minutes and 45 minutes every hour.
New program time: 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00 (only on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays)
Closed: Tuesdays, except for January 11, 2022 (Tuesday)
　*Business hours and holidays are subject to change depending on the season. Please check the official website for details.
　*Normal programs (startup experiment/standby mode) are available except during the hours of the new program.
　The new program is available at 5:00 p.m. on weekdays in addition to the regular program (start-up experiment).

Maintenance closure】 【Maintenance closure
　All facilities will be closed for "Moving Gundam" maintenance.
　Period: January 31 (Mon.) - February 15 (Tue.), 2022

GFY Online Tour will be available again for a limited time (without live chat).

After the facility is closed, visitors will be able to sneak into the area of the "GUNDAM-DOCK," the deck that houses the "Moving Gundam," where only maintenance staff are allowed to enter, and tour the interior with explanations from the production directors, The online backyard tour will be available for a limited time only.

A special all-you-can-watch package will also be available, allowing viewers to watch the series from Mission A to E as many times as they wish within a limited period of time. If you missed them or want to watch them again, this is the perfect opportunity to do so.
In addition, English subtitles for overseas viewers have been restored, making this a distribution lineup that should not be missed by anyone in Japan or abroad.

＜Tour details
Mission A: The tour will focus on the relationship between the design and structure of a "moving Gundam" (Commentary: Technical Director)
(Commentary by Mr. Keinori Ishii, Technical Director, and Mr. Masatake Kawahara, Creative Director)

Mission B: The presentation will focus on the design of the "moving Gundam" (Commentary: Mr. Keinori Ishii, Technical Director, and Mr. Masatake Kawahara, Creative Director)
(Commentary: Mr. Masatake Kawahara, Creative Director)

Mission C: The presentation will focus on the relationship between the movement and structure of the "moving Gundam.
(Commentary: Mr. Hironori Ishii, Technical Director, and Mr. Wataru Yoshizaki, System Director)

Mission D: Explanation of systems and programs focusing on the movement of "moving Gundams" is planned.
(Commentary: Mr. Wataru Yoshizaki, System Director)

Mission E: Explanation of the overall structure and mechanism of the "moving Gundam" is planned.
(Commentary: Mr. Keinori Ishii, Technical Director; Mr. Shuji Hashimoto, GGC Leader (Professor Emeritus, Waseda University); Special Guest: Mr. Harutoshi Fukui, Author)

Mission 0 (English): A DAY part explaining the inside of the GFY facility while watching the regular production, and a backyard part explaining the overall structure and mechanisms of the "moving Gundam" will be delivered with English subtitles.
(Commentary: Mr. Hironori Ishii, Technical Director)

Schedule: December 27, 2021 (Monday) 10:00 - January 10, 2022 (Monday) 23:59
Tickets can be purchased from Monday, December 27, 2021, 10:00 to Monday, January 10, 2022, 21:00.
All-you-can-see package for all 6 tours: 3,900 yen (tax included) / 1,000 yen per tour (tax included)
Schedule is subject to change without notice.
*Check the official website for ticket sales and other details.
*All tours are recordings of tours that have been broadcast in the past.

Coming Soon New Product Information

(All prices include tax)
*For details, please check the official GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA website and official Twitter.
The release date is subject to change without notice.

RX-78F00 GUNDAM Poster 2 types ("Face" / "Starting")
Size: B2
Size: B2 ・Price: 1,100 yen each

GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA Zip Hoodie Black×Green×White
Price: 8,250 yen

GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA Long sleeve T-shirt White × Yellow × Navy
Price: 4,950 yen

GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA Tote bag Black×Green×White
Price: 2,200 yen

Gundam Factory YOKOHAMA Scarf Towel Black x Green x White
Price: 1,760 yen

Gundam Factory Yokohama Scarf Towel White x Yellow x Navy
Price: 1,760 yen

Gundam Factory YOKOHAMA Mug Cup White x Navy
Price: 2,200 yen

Event Information
Gundam Factory YOKOHAMA
Dates: Saturday, December 19, 2020 - Thursday, March 31, 2022
Hours: Weekdays 11:00-18:00 (last admission at 17:00) *From January 12, 2022
Weekends and holidays: 10:00 - 20:00 (last admission at 19:00)
Closed: Tuesdays *Closed on Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Opening hours may vary depending on the season.
*Opening hours may vary depending on the time of the year.
Admission fee (tax included): Adults 1,650 yen (13 years old and up) / Children (7 years old and up, 12 years old and under) 1,100 yen
*Free admission for children 6 years old and younger up to 3 children per adult.
Re-entry is not permitted.
Admission is by date and time.
Admission fee to the GUNDAM-DOCK TOWER (tax included): 3,300 yen
Up to 3 children under 6 years old per adult are admitted free of charge.
Re-entry is not permitted.
The GUNDAM-DOCK TOWER ticket cannot be used by itself. Please purchase with admission ticket.
Admission tickets are for a specific date and time.
Same-day tickets may not be sold due to the limited number of visitors.
Entry to the Yamashita Pier area is prohibited outside of the exhibition period.
Access: 7-minute walk from Motomachi-Chukagai Station on the Minatomirai Line.
Yokohama City Bus BAYSIDE BLUE
3-minute walk from Yamashita-futo bus stop Total area: 9,000 m2

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