Get ready, Japan! The 2025 "Osaka-Kansai World Expo" is kicking off on April 13th for a six-month run, and it's shaping up to be a massive event. Bandai Namco is going all out with a dedicated "Gundam Pavilion," featuring a life-sized "RX-78F00/E Gundam" and showcasing various ACG works. Even Cover's Hololive VTubers are set to make an appearance, generating serious buzz!
But before the Expo officially opens, Bandai Namco launched "GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE -FINAL- in OSAKA" in April, a huge event designed to ignite Gundam fans across Japan and give them a taste of the franchise's future. Recently, they set up a 1:1 scale "Gundam Head" and several 2-meter-tall Gundam models right outside Osaka Station, drawing hordes of fans for a pilgrimage.
At "GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE -FINAL- in OSAKA," located in Umekita Plaza in front of JR Osaka Station, you'll find a life-sized "Gundam Head" alongside the new "GQuuuuuuX Head." Plus, six awesome 2-meter-tall models of iconic Gundams from across the franchise are making a grand appearance! If you're looking to snap some epic photos with Gundam, this is your chance!
Japanese netizens have already flooded social media with photos from the site, and the scale is truly impressive.
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What's more, the "Knowledge Plaza" on the first floor of JR Osaka Station's North Building is hosting an exhibition of a life-sized Gundam arm model from the "GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION," crafted entirely from recycled Gunpla runners.
You can also catch a glimpse of the latest anime, "Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX," get a sneak peek at the Gundam-themed pavilion for the Osaka-Kansai Expo, and explore a special display area dedicated to merchandise celebrating Gunpla's 45th anniversary! It's all happening here!
A look inside the venue.
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And if that wasn't enough, the Daimaru Umeda Store in Osaka has opened a limited-time "THE GUNDAM BASE" pop-up shop, marking the largest of its kind in the Kansai region. Definitely worth a visit!
"GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE -FINAL- in OSAKA" runs from April 1st to 14th before moving to the Expo grounds for the grand opening. If you're in the area, don't miss this chance to experience it!
via： PR TIMES