To commemorate the 5th anniversary of the opening of Nijigen no Mori’s hugely popular attraction, “Godzilla Interception Operation,” the Godzilla Museum will be holding a “Mothra Special Exhibition” for a limited time from Saturday, December 20, 2025 to Sunday, September 13, 2026. Godzilla Museum in Nijigen no Mori is the world’s first permanent museum dedicated to an iconic monster, Godzilla.
This special exhibition focuses on the Mothra series, showcasing a variety of Mothra works. Mothra is one of the most popular monsters in the Godzilla series, with three films released between 1996 and 1998.
Nijigen no Mori on Awaji Island is an anime-themed park offering various attractions based on different icons of Japanese pop culture like movies, video games, and, of course, anime. There are four permanent attraction areas dedicated to “Naruto,” “Godzilla,” “Crayon Shinchan,” and “Dragon Quest,” as well as limited-time events showcasing Demon Slayer, Monster Hunter and other popular anime and games. You can step into the immersive worlds of your favorite characters all right here at Nijigen no Mori.
Awaji Island located in the Seto Inland Sea is a resort island filled with beautiful nature, local gourmet food, interesting culture like a Japanese puppet show (similar to “Bunraku”), and Japanese mythological history as the birthplace of Japan. The island is just one hour from Osaka, 30 min. from Kobe, 50 min. from Kobe Airport, 1.5 hours from Kansai International Airport, and 1.5 hours from Kyoto by car or public transportation. It is the perfect destination for a day trip from Osaka or Kyoto during your trip to Japan.
Overview of Mothra Exhibition at Godzilla Museum
With the cooperation of Toho Visual Arts, this exhibition will feature props used in the filming of the Mothra Leo and larvae that appear in the Mothra series, making it a must-see for fans. What’s more, the exhibition will also feature Mothra eggs and a giant 4-meter panel, allowing visitors to experience the heroic figure of Mothra as she fights to protect people and the Earth as a guardian deity.
Period
December 20 (Sat.), 2025 to September 13 (Sun.), 2026
Time
10:00 a.m to 10:00 p.m. (last entry at 8:00 p.m.)
Venue
Godzilla Museum at Godzilla Interception Operation in Nijigen no Mori
Novelty
Those who purchase tickets online in advance will receive a limited edition postcard with a design exclusive to the “Mothra Special Exhibition.”
Prices
Please purchase a Gold Ticket, Premium Ticket, or VIP Journey Pass for “Godzilla Interception Operation” which includes an entry to Godzilla Museum
Monster fans from around the world, come witness Mothra’s heroic figure at Godzilla Museum in Nijigen no Mori!
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| 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. |
