Inside the Godzilla Museum at Awaji Island's Anime Theme Park

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The iconic gigantic monster Godzilla comes to life in Nijigen no Mori theme park on Awaji Island, where visitors can learn more about the monster in the world’s first Godzilla Museum!

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Awaji Island, located in the Seto Inland Sea in Hyogo Prefecture, is known for its rich history, delicious food, and beautiful nature. Just one hour from Osaka, it offers a perfect escape from the busy cities of the Kansai Region. We are here to introduce you to the beautiful spots on Awaji Island, including hotels, restaurants, events, theme parks, and much more. This account is operated mainly as a PR effort by Pasona Group.

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Famous monster Godzilla
Explore the Godzilla Museum's permanent exhibits
Discover Godzilla merchandise exclusive to Awaji Island!
A thrilling experience to stop Godzilla from awakening

Famous monster Godzilla

Godzilla was created by Tomoyuki Tanaka and made his debut in the 1954 film "Godzilla." Over the years, this extraordinary character has become an icon of Japanese pop culture, appearing in numerous films, TV series, comics, and various merchandise. The world's first Godzilla museum is located in Nijigen no Mori, an anime theme park on Awaji Island. The museum displays replicas of famous movie scenes, movie props, official documents, dioramas, and more.

Since its opening in 2019, the museum has attracted many fans looking to explore the history and cinematic appeal of the legendary monsters.

Explore the Godzilla Museum's permanent exhibits

The Godzilla Museum offers a variety of interactive and fascinating exhibits that bring the incredible world of Godzilla to life, allowing visitors to explore the background, lore and cultural significance of this beloved pop culture icon.

The museum features life-size replicas of the monsters, elaborate dioramas and multimedia presentations, allowing fans to immerse themselves in Godzilla's rich history.

The exhibit contains over 100 monster models illustrating the evolution of the series, along with figurines and accessories from Toho films and animation sketches, highlighting the artistry and creativity behind Godzilla.

Visitors will be able to admire these intricate models and even have the chance to have their photo taken with Godzilla, making for a truly memorable experience.

The Godzilla Museum displays prototype models of many monsters, including Mothra, as well as dioramas depicting memorable moments from Godzilla movies. With walls decorated with Godzilla figurines and original movie posters, it's a dream come true for any Godzilla fan.

Additionally, items used in Godzilla films produced by Toho Co., Ltd. are on display, offering a glimpse into the making of these classic films.

The Godzilla Museum offers audio guides in Chinese and English to help you get the most out of your visit.

Discover Godzilla merchandise exclusive to Awaji Island!

The Godzilla Museum's gift shop is also a must-see for Godzilla fans, with a variety of merchandise perfect for commemorating your visit. Behind the shop is a children's playground with a variety of Godzilla figurines and play equipment themed around movie characters.

A thrilling experience to stop Godzilla from awakening

To enter the Godzilla Museum, you must first participate in the "Godzilla Intercept Operation." You become a member of the "National Awajishima Godzilla Disaster Research Institute" (NIGOD for short), and in the first thrilling attraction, you zip line into Godzilla's giant mouth!

Next, you have a mission to shoot and eliminate Godzilla's cells and prevent the cells from multiplying. These immersive experiences are exciting and make you feel like you are part of Godzilla's story.

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Nijigen no Mori

2425-2 Kusumoto, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-2301

The world of anime and pop culture comes to life at Nijigen no Mori Anime Theme Park on Awaji Island! Jump into the worlds of all kinds of anime stories at Nijigen no Mori, an experience found nowhere else. From taking on a ninja challenge at NARUTO & BORUTO SHINOBI-ZATO or tackling obstacle courses with Crayon Shin-chan, to jumping into the RPG world to embark on adventures in the world of "Dragon Quest," or zooming straight into the colossal stomach of Godzilla, there’s something for everyone here! Anime themed food, souvenirs and workshops also abound in this wacky, wonderful world. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. © ARMOR PROJECT/BIRD STUDIO/SQUARE ENIX ©岸本斉史スコット／集英社・テレビ東京・ぴえろ ©臼井儀人／双葉社・シンエイ・ADK

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