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Toho International marks Godzilla’s 67th birthday with activities and new merch drops

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Toho International, Inc. is celebrating Godzilla Day this year with a host of activities and merchandise.

On November 3, the month-long celebrations kick off with screenings of 1954 Godzilla (a.k.a. Gojira) in 4K restoration. Exclusively screened at Alamo Drafthouse cinemas across the nation, including LA, NYC, San Francisco, the screenings of the film in 4K act as the film’s worldwide premiere. Alamo is also screening classic films Godzilla vs. Hedorah, Shin Godzilla, The Return of Godzilla and Godzilla vs. Biollanteduring Godzilla’s birth-month. More information is available on the website: drafthouse.com/los-angeles/movies/godzilla

Continuing the iconic monster’s 67th birthday celebrations are new products including Godzilla-themed coffee and hot sauces, apparel (including t-shirts, long sleeves and hoodies), hockey merch (jerseys, pucks and hats), toys, collectables and more.

Fans can also take part in gaming experiences in Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout with two iconic costumes brought back in store – “Godzilla” plus “Godzilla 1995,” along with a limited time in-game event in Go Big! kicking off on 3 November.

 

Toho International marks Godzilla’s 67th birthday with activities and new merch drops

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Toho International, Inc. is celebrating Godzilla Day this year with a host of activities and merchandise.

On November 3, the month-long celebrations kick off with screenings of 1954 Godzilla (a.k.a. Gojira) in 4K restoration. Exclusively screened at Alamo Drafthouse cinemas across the nation, including LA, NYC, San Francisco, the screenings of the film in 4K act as the film’s worldwide premiere. Alamo is also screening classic films Godzilla vs. Hedorah, Shin Godzilla, The Return of Godzilla and Godzilla vs. Biollanteduring Godzilla’s birth-month. More information is available on the website: drafthouse.com/los-angeles/movies/godzilla

Continuing the iconic monster’s 67th birthday celebrations are new products including Godzilla-themed coffee and hot sauces, apparel (including t-shirts, long sleeves and hoodies), hockey merch (jerseys, pucks and hats), toys, collectables and more.

Fans can also take part in gaming experiences in Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout with two iconic costumes brought back in store – “Godzilla” plus “Godzilla 1995,” along with a limited time in-game event in Go Big! kicking off on 3 November.

 

Topps partners with Toho to bring Godzilla and the cast of classic monsters to the NFT stage

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The collectables expert, Topps is celebrating Toho’s iconic Godzilla franchise by bringing the studio’s classic monsters to the NFT platform in the shape of a series of digital collectables. The new range will be hosted on Topps’ WAX blockchain from today (March 31st).

Topps has been a preeminent creator and innovator of physical cards and digital collectables for more than 70 years, providing generations of fans with cards to collect, trade, and show off across a number of categories. Its global popularity has quickly led to the rapid adoption of Topps’ sports and entertainment digital collectable apps, first brought to the market in 2012.

The firm has since played a hand in re-imagining the collectables world, helping to set the stage for NFT and the craze that is currently sweeping the globe.

The release of Godzilla Collection joins a rapidly growing portfolio of officially licensed Topps NFT collectibles, including the pop culture phenomenon and Topps’ owned IP, Garbage Pail Kids.

“We’ve been one of the first brands to fully embrace the potential of non-fungible tokens (NFTs),” said Tobin Lent, VP and general manager of digital at The Topps Company. “By partnering early with WAX and their state-of-the-art trading platform, we’ve been able to create a fun and accessible digital ecosystem for fans with all levels of experience. We are excited to debut our latest NFT set, featuring iconic imagery from the Godzilla franchise, and build on our initial successes of digital collecting to include interactive elements, increased security and transparent transactions.”

Lora Cohn, managing director, Toho International, added: “We are constantly looking for exciting new ways for fans to connect with the Godzilla brand, and the Topps Digital Godzilla collection is something we’ve never offered before.

“Topps Digital has been at the forefront of the physical and digital card collectible space, so we are thrilled to work with their team on this offering. It’s no secret that NFTs are exploding in popularity right now, so we’re excited to give fans the opportunity to expand their Godzilla collections through the blockchain.”

In May 2020, Topps announced a partnership with the Worldwide Asset eXchange (WAX). Since then, its portfolio on the WAX platform continues to be highly sought after. Through its new Toho partnership, Topps will introduce fans to Godzilla’s origins and the iconic monsters from the series such as Godzilla, Mothra, Rodan, King Ghidorah and Mechagodzilla.

There are over 160 unique pieces of art in the collection, including comic covers, motion cards, original illustrations, Chibi style animations, classic Topps “Rookie cards”, and more. Fans can collect, buy, sell and trade on the WAX platform in the knowledge that each collectible is a unique, one-of-a-kind digital asset that is certified, authentic and unchangeable through the WAX Blockchain.

Each Topps collectible will hold a uniquely minted number ID that can be found on the WAX Blockchain, proving each asset’s authenticity.

Pop culture’s Super7 lands Godzilla action figures, apparel, and accessories in Toho deal

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The pop culture design house and toy manufacturer, Super7 has landed a colossal new partnership with Toho International to bring the King of Monsters – Godzilla – into its world of ReAction figures and more.

Super7’s 3.75-inch articulated Godzilla ReAction figure is scheduled to arrive this summer, along with a capsule collection, offering various products, including apparel and accessories.

The collaboration will witness the arrival of more Godzilla product later this year, escalating in 2022 with a range of Ultimate figures.

“It is not a stretch to say that Godzilla may be the most important license to Super7’s history, and one we hold with possibly too much reverence,” said Super7 founder and owner, Brian Flynn. “The genesis of Super7 started with Godzilla, and we can’t wait to add that same Super7 love and affection to Godzilla’s future.”

Super7 launched in 2001 as a magazine filled with content about collecting vintage Godzilla toys; from Marusan and Bullmark vinyl figures, die-casts and tin toys, to Shogun Warriors, featuring characters from Hedorah and Kamikaras to Rodan and Mothra.

The first toy Super7 produced was a grey color variant of the Baremodel 1954 Godzilla, sold through a coupon available only in the first issue of the Super7 magazine in 2001.

“It was here that we started with our love for a giant rubber suited reptilian phenomenon,” added Flynn.

Lora Cohn, managing director, Toho International, said: “Super7 oozes that cool factor in all its products, so we’re thrilled to bring Godzilla into their portfolio of premium products, including the popular ReAction Figures, Ultimates! line and more.

“Beyond quality products, Super7 brings so much meaning to Godzilla, with a team deeply passionate about the brand. We’re excited to offer this all-new line of products based on the King of the Monsters, and we think fans can truly feel the passion and love put into them.”

ReAction Figures are designed to celebrate the iconic action figure of our childhood. The unique size and sculpting style is simple while allowing the imagination to go all in on daily adventures, says the firm.

‘With ReAction Figures, Super7 continues the classic action figure style while making the figures we wished we had while growing up,’ it added.

Meanwhile, Super7’s articulated Ultimates! seven-inch figures are the premiere fan product. They are made-to-order figures that come with an assortment of extra features.

Toho International reveals slew of licensing partners ahead of Godzilla Day this week

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Toho International has revealed a slew of new Godzilla brand and licensing partnerships as it prepares to celebrate this year’s upcoming Godzilla Day the only way it knows how, with new products spanning gaming, apparel, collectables and more.

The licensing slate arrives just as the firm also begins to drop new weekly episodes of its popular Godzilla Tales, a series that has garnered more than 325,000 views to date.

“Fans of Godzilla roar louder than any community I know, and we still want to make sure they are able to commemorate their favorite character in exciting new ways,” said Lora Cohn, managing director, Toho International, Inc.

“With more people online than ever, now is the perfect opportunity to treat fans to the hilarious ‘Godzilla Tales’ series, while also filling the gap between our major theatrical release next year with ‘Godzilla vs. Kong.’ We are thrilled with the seamless collaboration of our licensees to deliver even more meaningful experiences and products to fans.”

Godzilla Tales dropped as a recent surprise for fans, bringing Godzilla classic monsters to screens in bite-sized formats. The series uses iconic footage from Godzilla films in the archive, all of which is reformatted into a series of episodes designed to ‘capture the fun and adventure Godzilla is known for’. With nearly 20 episodes ranging from spoofs to original themes, these lighthearted shorts are for fans from all walks of life.

New episodes of Godzilla Tales will be dropping weekly on the Nerdist YouTube Channel through to the end of the year.

On top of this, Toho is furthering the Godzilla Day celebrations with the following licensee collaborations:

Mediatonic recently teased its Godzilla crossover to the world, bringing the fan-favorite kaiju to its hit multiplayer game Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout. Beginning November 3, through a limited time only, fans will have the opportunity to wear the all-new Godzilla skin in the game.

Meawnile, the famous American artist Shag (aka Josh Agle) is combining retro cool with reptile cool through a special limited edition, hand-pulled silkscreen serigraph print in two colorways. This sleekly designed artwork calls back to the classic Showa Era of titles in the Godzilla filmography, with Godzilla in the ‘60s look and style.

Mondo continues its lineup of Godzilla products with new collectibles. Capturing the world of Godzilla in its unique style, Mondo once again delivers one of its most popular collaborations with all new tiki mugs, apparel, and for the first time with the Godzilla brand, a line of vinyl figures and statues portraying Godzilla.

On November 3, 1954, Godzilla made its first appearance in Toho’s “Godzilla,” a classic monster movie widely regarded as a masterpiece. The date is officially Godzilla’s birthday, with a Godzilla Festival held in Japan each year to celebrate. In 2019, the festival gathered over 20,000 visitors, and this year’s event will be held virtually where even more fans are expected to tune-in.

A new anime Godzilla series is landing on Netflix in 2021

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Godzilla is stomping its way back onto Netflix next year with the launch of a new original anime series titles Godzilla Singular Point. The series is currently in development by the studio bones, the name behind My Hero Academia, and Orange, the popular Japanese animation studio.

Developed under a licensing agreement with Toho, known worldwide for its Godzilla films and manager of the licensing rights to the Godzilla brand, the new anime series will premiere in 2021 with a new cast and original story. It lands following the success of Godzilla anime films, Godzilla: Planet of the Monsters, Godzilla: City on the Edge of Battle and Godzilla: The Planet Eater and taps into the growing global appeal of the anime entertainment scene.

Anime studio bones, in partnership with studio Orange, (Beastars, Land of the Lustrous) will produce the series combining hand-drawn and CG animation styles.

In addition to director Atsushi Takahashi, the creative team includes Kan Sawada, composer for countless Doraemon films and series such as Yowamushi Pedal, Japanese science-fiction novelistToh Enjoe making his TV debut as editor and writer for the series, Kazue Kato creator of Blue Exorcist and the hit comic currently serialized in Jump Square will serve as the character designer, and animator Eiji Yamamori from Studio Ghibli films including Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away and The Wind Rises will do the Kaiju design.

A new anime Godzilla series is landing on Netflix in 2021

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Godzilla is stomping its way back onto Netflix next year with the launch of a new original anime series titles Godzilla Singular Point. The series is currently in development by the studio bones, the name behind My Hero Academia, and Orange, the popular Japanese animation studio.

Developed under a licensing agreement with Toho, known worldwide for its Godzilla films and manager of the licensing rights to the Godzilla brand, the new anime series will premiere in 2021 with a new cast and original story. It lands following the success of Godzilla anime films, Godzilla: Planet of the Monsters, Godzilla: City on the Edge of Battle and Godzilla: The Planet Eater and taps into the growing global appeal of the anime entertainment scene.

Anime studio bones, in partnership with studio Orange, (Beastars, Land of the Lustrous) will produce the series combining hand-drawn and CG animation styles.

In addition to director Atsushi Takahashi, the creative team includes Kan Sawada, composer for countless Doraemon films and series such as Yowamushi Pedal, Japanese science-fiction novelistToh Enjoe making his TV debut as editor and writer for the series, Kazue Kato creator of Blue Exorcist and the hit comic currently serialized in Jump Square will serve as the character designer, and animator Eiji Yamamori from Studio Ghibli films including Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away and The Wind Rises will do the Kaiju design.

Wizards of the Coast brings Godzilla to Magic: The Gathering in groundbreaking deal with Toho Co

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Wizards of the Coast has struck a groundbreaking new collaboration with Toho Co that will see the King of Monsters, Godzilla, make its debut in Magic: The Gathering this year.

Godzilla will be joined by the other iconic monsters from the franchise, marking a special feature of the upcoming premiere card set, Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths.

“Magic: The Gathering’s rich and engaging multiverse offers such unique opportunities to explore new worlds like Ikoria, filled with incredible monsters that are larger than life,” said Kyoko Yoshida, senior manager, Japan sales and marketing, Wizards of the Coast.

“Collaborating with Toho Co to bring the Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah and more onto the same world to battle with Magic’s Planeswalkers and new creatures for a first-of-its-kind collaboration is an extraordinary experience that we can’t wait for players to enjoy.”

 Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths is the spring 2020 premier card set for Magic: The Gathering and introduces players to a new world full of incredible monsters and the humans that bond with them. The set introduces players to Lukka, a proud member of the Coppercoats, the military unit that protects the city of Drannith from Ikoria’s savage monsters.

Lukka’s world is forever changed when he forms a connection with a ferocious, winged cat. Such bonds are treasonous in Drannith, forcing Lukka to flee from the very home he was sworn to protect. Now an outcast monster “bonder,” Lukka must survive the wilds of Ikoria with the help of planeswaker Vivien Reid.

Each Godzilla Monster Series card will feature a monster from the pantheon of the Godzilla franchise as a Magic card from Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths. There will be a total of 16 Godzilla Series Monster cards available in English, with three more available only in Japanese.

Anguirus – Armoured Killer, Babygodzilla – Ruin Reborn, Biollante – Plant Beast Form, and Bio-Quartz Spacegodzilla will feature alongside Destoroyah – Perfect Lifeform, Dorat – the Perfect Pet, Ghidorah – King of the Cosmos, and Gigan –  Cyberclaw Terror.

The line up will be completed by Godzilla – Doom Inevitable, Godzilla – King of the Monsters, Godzilla – Primeval Champion, King Caesar – Ancient Guardian, King Caesar – Awoken Titan, Mothra – Supersonic Queen, Rodan -Titan of Winged Fury, and Spacegodzilla – Void Invader.

Fans will only be able to obtain Godzilla, King of the Monsters (while supplies last) by purchasing a draft booster pack display through a Wizards Play Network store. Each sealed draft booster pack display will contain a random Godzilla Series Monster card.

The Godzilla Series Monster cards will also appear in Magic: The Gathering Arena as card styles. Players will receive the card styles as a special bonus when purchasing Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths bundles of six or more booster packs inside the Magic: The Gathering Arena client.