The world’s first Godzilla theme park “Godzilla Intercept Operation Awaji” is located just one hour from Osaka. The theme is the popular monster movie “Godzilla”. The vast area is filled with attractions, museum, restaurant, shop, and more, including the world’s largest 120-meter-long life-sized Godzilla statue.
Enjoy the world of the movie “Godzilla” by playing with Godzilla attractions, eating Godzilla food, and buying Godzilla goods. Developed jointly with Toho Studio, the production company of Godzilla movies.
A popular theme park in Japan where you can enjoy powerful and thrilling monster experiences. Experience the ultimate realistic world of the monster movie “Godzilla”. This time we will introduce Godzilla theme park.
Table of Contents
- Godzilla Theme Park “Godzilla Intercept Operation Awaji”
- Godzilla Short Movie
- Godzilla Attractions
- Godzilla Museum
- Godzilla Goods and Cute Souvenirs at Mori no Terrace
- Godzilla Kids Park
- Godzilla Food at Mori no Terrace
- Located in Nijigen no Mori, on Awaji Island, Japan
- Godzilla Room at Grand Chariot
- Summary
Godzilla Theme Park “Godzilla Intercept Operation Awaji”
Opened on October 10, 2020, Godzilla Intercept Operation Awaji – National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center is the world’s first permanent Godzilla-themed attraction, garnering attention internationally as a remarkable Cool Japan content. Additionally, the restaurant features a collaboration menu, blending Godzilla-inspired elements into their dishes, and there is a dedicated store where visitors can purchase exclusive limited-edition merchandise, further enhancing the overall experience.
Godzilla Short Movie
The Godzilla attraction begins with an original Godzilla short movie created by Toho Studios. Witness the powerful footage of Godzilla landing on Awaji Island in a high-quality theater room. The seven-minute film tells Godzilla’s story about the attraction. This presentation features an all-star cast.
Here’s a detailed report on the monumental moment when Godzilla made his dramatic appearance. Expectations are high for exciting attractions. This cinematic introduction helps increase the immersion and excitement of the attraction.
As the adventure unfolds, visitors take the experience to an even higher level as they bravely take on missions to penetrate the massive body of a life-sized Godzilla.gly challenged to embark on a mission to infiltrate the colossal body of a life-size Godzilla, taking the experience to even greater heights.
Godzilla Attractions
At the Godzilla theme park, visitors are invited to become members of the National Awaji Island Godzilla Disaster Research Institute. It is called NIGOD for short. In NIGOD, you will take on various missions to monitor Godzilla’s activities.
Godzilla Zipline – Enter Godzilla’s Body
The next part of the mission is ziplining into the mouth of the roaring (but inactive) monster. Choose either the “Inner Body Observation Course” or the “Outer Body Observation Course” to approach Godzilla by zipline and explore the lifeforms in the belly of the beast.
You must leave your belongings in the coin lockers and gear up for the Godzilla zipline experience with a harness and a helmet. I would recommend not to wear a dress or a skirt for this one!
After getting kitted up, you listen to a safety briefing before heading up to the Godzilla zipline platform. You can choose to either zipline to the side of Godzilla, “Outer Body Observation Course” (152 meters in length), or into the mouth of the inactivated Godzilla, “Inner Body Observation Course” (162 meters).
A clear case with a neck strap is provided so you can take videos and photos without worrying about dropping your phone. However, you’re not allowed to take photos during the actual zipline ride for safety reasons. The Godzilla Zipline is a must-try activity at the Godzilla theme park, so be sure to experience it!
Godzilla shooting game – Battle the Godzilla Cells
You’ve surveyed the body of the Godzilla and now get to compete in a Godzilla shooting game where players must stop Godzilla from growing further by aiming at its cells. The Godzilla cells are scattered next to the main body and you must aim to inactivate them to get a high score. But beware, since Godzilla might try to attack back, you must take cover before continuing your mission.
Godzilla Photo Spots
After saving the day in the shooting range and taking a couple of memento pictures, you have successfully helped to retain the peace and can return the zipline harness and headgear.
Godzilla Museum
The last mission stop is at the world’s first permanent Godzilla museum near the Godzilla zipline.
The museum is co-created with Toho Visual Art Company, as it showcases over 100 exhibits, including iconic costumes, props, and production art from various Godzilla films. Take a look at the dioramas that faithfully recreate legendary scenes from Godzilla’s cinematic history.
The museum also displays some original artwork for the movie’s monsters and a clay model preserved in a humidified glass box.
The changing exhibition is worth seeing and taking some commemorative photos of since it is most likely a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Even if you’re not a Godzilla fan, the museum inside the Godzilla theme park is sure to impress you.
Godzilla Goods and Cute Souvenirs at Mori no Terrace
Adjacent to the “Morino Terrace” food court, a store awaits where visitors can explore and purchase original Godzilla items and souvenirs. Open to all, this shop invites everyone to drop by and browse through its enticing selection, ensuring that all visitors can take home a piece of the Godzilla experience.
It is packed with Godzilla shirts, Godzilla stuffed animals, key chains, Godzilla tissue holders, and more. In addition to Godzilla, there are also Mothra toys, King Ghidorah toys, and Destroyer toys. There are lots of interesting Godzilla goods. If you love Godzilla, get the perfect Godzilla gift that you’ll never forget.
Godzilla Kids Park
Kids Park “Kaiju no Mori” is a playground for small families who can’t ride the zipline yet. There are two play areas exclusively for children. The first playground has all the Godzilla figures. Children can build cities with wooden blocks and recreate battle scenes between Godzilla and his enemies.
The second playground has buildings made of soft blocks and a ball pool. Children can become monsters and play by destroying and rebuilding.
Godzilla Food at Mori no Terrace
Godzilla Curry and Godzilla cream puffs, etc
After enjoying yourself in the attractions, we highly recommend dining at Morino Terrace. This charming eatery offers a wide selection of original menus featuring Godzilla. The images above showcase two delectable options: the “Jet-Black King of the Monsters Godzilla Curry” and the “Mothra White Curry”.
Furthermore, don’t miss out on the adorable Godzilla cream puffs, known for their cute appearance.
Located in Nijigen no Mori, on Awaji Island, Japan
Nijigen no Mori, which translated literally means “Two Dimensional Forest” (because of all the ANIME, pop-culture, and– well, you’ll see). In addition to Godzilla, this theme park has attractions based on Naruto, Dragon Quest, Crayon Shin-chan, and Monster Hunter, making it one of the largest franchises in Japan.
It is located at 135 degrees east longitude and is said to be a power spot. There are other character rooms such as Hello Kitty, Dragon Quest, Naruto and Crayon Shinchan, but the most popular one is definitely the Godzilla room.
This anime theme park has been a tourist hot spot since it opened in 2017. Going to the park and the gift stores is free, as is the parking. However, the attractions themselves do have fees.
While you’re all the way out here at Nijigen no Mori, I’d recommend checking out the rest of Awaji Island! There’s a shuttle bus that can take you all around Awaji West Coast locations for free – there’s plenty of fun to be had here. If you’re interested in more Japanese pop culture, check out Awaji’s three Hello Kitty locations. Peace, tranquility, self reflection in Japan? Awaji Island’s got that too at Zenbo Seinei designed by one of Japan’s top architects.
| Park Name | NIJIGEN NO MORI |
|---|---|
| Address | 2425-2 Kusumoto, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-2301 |
| TEL | 0799-64-7061 |
| Website | https://nijigennomori.com/ |
| Reservations | https://ticket.nijigennomori.com/en/ |
| Operation Hours | Everyday10:00-22:00 *Each attraction has a different last reception time and closing time. |
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Godzilla Room at Grand Chariot
Grand Chariot is a glamping hotel located next to Nijigen no Mori on Awaji Island. There is a Godzilla room “Monster Land”. This is a character room with a Godzilla theme. The interior and amenities feature Godzilla characters, as well as welcome gifts such as fresh fruit and Godzilla goods.
It is located at 135 degrees east longitude and is said to be a power spot. There are other character rooms such as Hello Kitty, Dragon Quest, Naruto and Crayon Shinchan, but the most popular one is definitely the Godzilla room.
| Name | GRAND CHARIOT |
|---|---|
| Adress | 2425-2 Kusumoto, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-2301 Located at Nijigen no Mori in Hyogo Prefecture Awajishima Park |
| Tel | 0799-64-7090 |
| Website | https://awaji-grandchariot.com/ |
| Reservations | https://go-grandchariot.reservation.jp/en |
Summary
Just an hour from Osaka lies Nijigen no Mori, an anime theme park on Awaji Island featuring attractions from Japan’s biggest franchises. Among them is the must-see Godzilla Intercept Operation, a dream come true for Godzilla fans.
Investigate a giant, life-sized Godzilla in missions like ziplining and shooting. View film materials and history at the museum. Eat Godzilla collaboration food and buy Godzilla collaboration goods. Take a photo with the giant Godzilla statue. This theme park recreates the world of Godzilla in every detail.
| Park Name | NIJIGEN NO MORI |
|---|---|
| Address | 2425-2 Kusumoto, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-2301 |
| TEL | 0799-64-7061 |
| Website | https://nijigennomori.com/ |
| Reservations | https://ticket.nijigennomori.com/en/ |
| Operation Hours | Everyday10:00-22:00 *Each attraction has a different last reception time and closing time. |
Click here for details of NIJIGEN NO MORI
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