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    Photo courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Toho press releaseSpecial Thanks to Andrew Nguyen   Worldwide release! A new Godzilla anime series is in the works. For the first time in the series' 70-year history, a story will feature a boy who possesses the power of Godzilla as the protagonist. Is the boy a human or Godzilla?   全世界解禁！ ゴジラ新作アニメシリーズ、制作決定。 シリーズ70年以上の歴史で初めて、“ゴジラの力を宿す少年”を主人公とした物語が始動。 その少年は、人か、ゴジラか—―    Production Announced for New “Godzilla” Anime Series; Protagonist is a “Boy Possessing Godzilla's Power” 「ゴジラ」新作アニメシリーズの制作を発表、主人公は“ゴジラの力を宿す少年”   TOHO Animation has announced the production of a new Godzilla anime series, and concept art has been released. TOHO animationが、「ゴジラ」新作アニメシリーズの制作を発表。コンセプトアートが公開された。   The protagonist of the new anime series is a boy who possesses Godzilla's power—a concept unprecedented

    Kong in Season 2 of the Apple TV series, MONARCH: LEGACY OF MONSTERS. Photo courtesy of Apple TV. © 2025 Legendary. All Rights Reserved. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM & © Legendary

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    Kong in Season 2 of the Apple TV series, MONARCH: LEGACY OF MONSTERS. Photo courtesy of Apple TV. © 2025 Legendary. All Rights Reserved. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM & © Legendary Source: Apple TV Official Site: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/monarch-legacy-of-monsters/Special Thanks to Alizee Serena and Ashley Sugarman   Today, Apple TV unveiled a monstrous preview of the highly anticipated second season of its Monsterverse series MONARCH: LEGACY OF MONSTERS, starring Kurt Russell, Wyatt Russell, Anna Sawai, Kiersey Clemons, Ren Watabe, Mari Yamamoto, Joe Tippett and Anders Holm. The 10-episode second season of MONARCH: LEGACY OF MONSTERS will premiere globally on Friday, February 27, 2026 with the first episode, followed by one episode every Friday until May 1, 2026.   Logo courtesy of Apple TV+. © 2025 Legendary. All Rights Reserved. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM & © Legendary

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    GODZILLA MINUS ZERO title logo, courtesy of Toho! Photo courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Toho Co., Ltd. Official Site: https://godzilla-minuszero.toho-movie.jp/ (Japan) Special Thanks to Takehiro Yamamoto   A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE Toho has provided SciFi Japan with their official press release and title treatment for GODZILLA MINUS ZERO (ゴジラ-0.0/ゴジラマイナスゼロ, Gojira Mainasu Zero), director Takashi Yamazaki's follow up to the internationally acclaimed GODZILLA MINUS ONE (ゴジラ-1.0/ゴジラマイナスワン, Gojira Mainasu Wan, 2023).   A Shockwave Hit "Godzilla Day" on November 3rd ── The New Godzilla Film『GODZILLA-0.0』(GODZILLA MINUS ZERO) Title Revealed!! 11月3日 “ゴジラの日”に激震走る── が挑む新作ゴジラ『ゴジラ-0.0』(ゴジラマイナスゼロ) タイトル解禁!!   Director Takashi Yamazaki's New Godzilla Film Title Announcement 山崎貴監督 ゴジラ新作映画タイトル決定のお取り上げのお願い   Since first appearing in 1954, the kaiju “Godzilla” has captivated and shocked audiences not only in Japan but around the world. Directed by Takashi Yamazaki, GODZILLA MINUS ONE—a commemorative

    Celebrate Godzilla's Anniversary this November with a Godzilla Pop-Up Shop and movie screenings in Los Angeles' Little Tokyo! Photo courtesy of JUNGLE. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD.

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    Celebrate Godzilla's Anniversary this November with a Godzilla Pop-Up Shop and movie screenings in Los Angeles' Little Tokyo! Photo courtesy of JUNGLE. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Entertainment Hobby Shop JUNGLE Official Site: https://animejungle.net/event/godzilla-popup-shop-2025/ Special Thanks to Yoichi Kakuma and Tetsu Shiota   Toho monster maker Shinichi Wakasa will attend the event on November 1st. Photo courtesy of JUNGLE. Godzilla Invades Little Tokyo 2025Presented by JACCC & Anime Jungle Following last year’s 70th anniversary celebration, Godzilla returns to Little Tokyo this November with a full-scale tribute featuring film screenings, a dedicated pop-up shop, and exclusive merchandise offerings. The opening day of the event (Saturday, November 1) will include a special appearance by Shinchi Wakasa, designer and maker of the monster suits and props for Toho's Heisei and Millennium Series Godzilla films release from 1993-2004.   Special Film Screenings Date: Saturday,

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    Photo courtesy of Super7. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Super7 Special Thanks to Brian Flynn and Ashley Anderson Super7's Super Duper Plush product line continues with Wave 2! Designed with the adult collector in mind, these 8” plush figures are crafted from super soft fabric, with beautifully embroidered details and felt accents that bring each character to life. Super Duper Plush captures the perfect balance of nostalgia and charm, making them a must-have for any collection. Whether displayed on your shelf or hugged close, these irresistibly soft character plushies are ready to brighten your day. Photo courtesy of Super7. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Photo courtesy of Super7. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Toho Super Duper Plush Wave 2: Godzilla '65  Price: $17.00   The cutest kaiju is ready to crash on your couch. Binge-watch Godzilla movies with

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      Photo courtesy of Super7. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source:  Super7   Toho ULTIMATES! Final Battle Godzilla LED Lightup   Pre-Order Link: https://super7.com/products/toho-ultimates-wave-05-final-battle-godzilla-led Price: $105.00 Estimated Shipping: June 2026   One last stand for the King of the Monsters   In its final, fateful battle, Godzilla’s body seethes with uncontrollable energy, its form cracking and glowing as it nears the brink of destruction… Capturing the raw power and intensity of Godzilla’s last stand in the 1995 film GODZILLA VS. DESTOROYAH, this Toho ULTIMATES! figure of Final Battle Godzilla brings the King of the Monsters to life at the peak of its destructive might. Measuring an imposing 8” tall, 14” long, and 4.5” wide, this figure is highly articulated—and even has a hinged jaw—and will

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    Photo courtesy of Shinjuku Ward. TM & © TOHO CO. Source: Shinjuku Ward press release Official Site: https://furusato-shinjuku.jp/godzilla2025/ Shinjuku City (Mayor: Kenichi Yoshizumi) has launched a collaboration project with Godzilla for the hometown tax donation program starting in September  2025. This follows last year's initiative and highlights the connection between the city and Godzilla, who serves as a Shinjuku Tourism Ambassador. The project features numerous original collaborative rewards, including  textiles and posters utilizing the traditional techniques of the city's two major local industries—the dyeing and the printing/bookbinding industry—as well as food products manufactured and processed within the city.   Photo courtesy of Shinjuku Ward. TM & © TOHO CO. ♦Collaboration Overview Collaboration Period: Monday, September 1 - Wednesday, December 31, 2025 How to Apply: Vist the Shinjuku Ward Hometown Tax Donation Special Website   Photo courtesy of Shinjuku Ward. TM &

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    30-second spot for the Godzillafest convention in San Francisco, coming September 19-21, 2025 to the Holiday Inn - Golden Gateway (1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109).   Official Site: https://www.godzillafest.com/ Official Facebook:    / sfgodzillafest   Official Instagram:    / sfgodzillafest   Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD.

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    Photo courtesy of IDW Publishing. ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Gregg Katzman IDW has provided an advance preview of Starship Godzilla #1 which will be released Wednesday, October 1st.  Monday, August 25th is the final day for retailers to place their pre-orders for this issue. Starship Godzilla is the third series of the KAI-SEI ERA, IDW's new connected Godzilla universe. From writer Chris Gooch and artist Oliver Ono, this is a cosmic adventure you won't want to miss!   Starship Godzilla #1  The Kai-Sei era goes to space inside a brand-new Mechagodzilla! You didn’t think kaiju were only on Earth, did you? In the fight for galactic supremacy, no weapon is more powerful than a kaiju... and no team is better equipped to capture and transport these titanic monsters than the crew of Starship Godzilla! This ragtag group flies through space

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    Photo courtesy of Toho. ©2023 TOHO CO., LTD. Black and White Edition of Acclaimed Director Hideaki Anno and Co-Director Shinji Higuchi’s Beloved Entry to the Godzilla Universe   Source: GKIDSOfficial Site: https://gkids.com/films/shin-godzilla/ Special Thanks to Joanna Michaels and Jonah Keel   US theatrical poster. Photo courtesy of GKIDS. ©2023 TOHO CO., LTD. On the heels of SHIN GODZILLA’s wildly successful nationwide release, GKIDS has announced it will bring the “ORTHOchromatic” edition of SHIN GODZILLA to select theaters for a limited time only. Tickets are on sale now and a new trailer was released today ahead the film’s arrival in theaters. SHIN GODZILLA:ORTHOchromatic (シン・ゴジラ:オルソ, Shin Gojira Oruso) comes to theaters for its first ever nationwide release August 31 in its original Japanese language with English subtitles.  In SHIN GODZILLA:ORTHOchromatic, Hideaki Anno and Shinji Higuchi’s 2016 feature is reborn in stunning black and white. Released in Japan in

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    Photo courtesy of GKIDS. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Comscore, GKIDSOfficial Site: https://gkids.com/films/shin-godzilla/Special Thanks to Paul Dergarabedian GKIDS’ 4K rerelease of SHIN GODZILLA (シン・ゴジラ, Shin Gojira, 2016) took the number 12 spot at the North American box office for the weekend of August 15-17, 2025.  The movie opened in 1,290 theaters this past Thursday the 14th and earned $1,720,290 this weekend for a PTA of $1,260 and a domestic cume through Sunday of $2,475,884. The numbers were announced by the theatrical measurement service, Comscore. As the trusted official standard for real-time worldwide box office reporting, Comscore provides the only theater-level reporting in the world.  SHIN GODZILLA marks GKIDS’ first release of a Godzilla property since the company’s 2024 acquisition by storied Japanese film studio Toho.  Now playing in theaters nationwide, as well as select 4DX and D-BOX screens in its original Japanese language with subtitles,  the film features restored

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    Photo courtesy of IDW Publishing. ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Gregg Katzman   Mothra: Queen of the Monsters #5 The rematch of the century is upon us-can this new Mothra win?! This entire issue is one giant kaiju brawl. After perishing at the mighty mandibles of Antra many years ago, Mothra has returned! But this time, Antra and Mothra are working together to defeat an even greater enemy-Omegaguirus! Find out if this titanic duo can save the world in the thrilling finale!   Release Date: August 20, 2025 Price: $4.99 Pages: 32 Writer: Sophie CampbellArtist: Matt FrankColorists: Roberto Rivera and Matt FrankLetterer: Nathan WidickEditor: Jake WilliamsCover A: Sophie CampbellCover B: Jake SmithHeroes & Fantasies Exclusive - Matt Frank and Miki Ramirez Regular Variant Cover: $12:00Heroes & Fantasies Exclusive - Matt Frank and Miki Ramirez Virgin Foil Variant Cover: $30:00

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    Photo courtesy of Playmates. © 2025 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary Source: Playmates Toys Limited Special Thanks to Sarah Gumina International toy titan Playmates has provided SciFi Japan with product info and photos of their GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE Titan Size figures. The largest Godzilla and Kong action figures ever produced by Playmates have been released internationally but are not yet officially available in the United States. Photo courtesy of Playmates. © 2024 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary Photo courtesy of Playmates. © 2024 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment. Godzilla TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary Titan Godzilla Figure Step into the epic showdown with this towering 58.42cm figure

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    Photo courtesy of CCP JAPAN. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: CCP JAPAN   The Japanese figure manufacturer CCPJAPAN has begun accepting pre-orders for the "CCP Middle Size Series Godzilla EX [Vol. 10] (CCP ミドルサイズシリーズ ゴジラEX【第10弾】, CCP Midoru Saizu Shirīzu Gojira EX [Dai 10-dan])," retro-design soft vinyl figures of monsters from the popular "Godzilla" special effects film series, at hobby shops, mass retailers, and online stores across Japan. Based on the concept of “an old-school/new-school, yet slightly old-fashioned soft vinyl monster series,” the popular Middle Size figure line measure an average 12 cm in height and fits in the palm of a hand, making it easy to collect. This is a collection series by CCPJAPAN for soft vinyl and monster lovers, with a retro-style deformation that gives a nostalgic and somewhat “Showa-era retro” feel to the figures. EX [Vol. 10] includes five

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    Photo courtesy of Bandai. Gashapon TM Bandai Co. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD. Source: Bandai Co. Vendor Division   Gashapon Station capsule toy vending machine. Photo courtesy of Bandai. Gashapon TM Bandai Co. Godzilla TM ＆ © TOHO CO.,LTD.  Bandai Co., Ltd.'s Vendor Division (Headquarters: Taito-ku, Tokyo) has released the second installment of their "Toho Monsters Godzilla Machiboke" (東宝怪獣 ゴジラまちぼうけ, Gojira Kaijū Machibōke) at Gashapon Bandai Official Shop specialty stores for Bandai's new Gashapon products, toy stores, mass merchandisers, and electronics stores throughout Japan. Gashapon (ガシャポン) is a best-selling Bandai toy brand named after the capsule containing a toy that "pops" out when the handle is turned on a "gasha" (vending machine). Since the brand's launch in 1977, it has produced a rich lineup of products that match the trends of the times, with many sets and series featuring a variety

    The GODZILLA SERIES COMPLETE COLLECTION offers images that can be printed at Japanese convenience stores. Photo courtesy of Samurai Sword. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. ;© SAMURAISWORD

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    The GODZILLA SERIES COMPLETE COLLECTION offers images that can be printed at Japanese convenience stores. Photo courtesy of Samurai Sword. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. ;© SAMURAISWORD Source:  Samurai Sword Co. press releaseOfficial Site: https://myseries-collab.com/chibigodzilla (Japan) Samurai Sword Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Toshima-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yoshimasa Hiki) is now selling the seventh installment of their GODZILLA SERIES COMPLETE COLLECTION (ゴジラ シリーズ コンプリートコレクション, Gojira Shirīzu Konpurīto Korekushon) printable images. Each month, images from the Godzilla series are available through the “My Series IP Collaborations” (マイシリーズ IPコラボレーションズ, Mai Shirīzu IP Koraborēshonzu) convenience store print service in approximately 30,000 stores nationwide, including FamilyMart, Lawson, Mini Stop, and Poplar stores. The latest set presents images from the popular anime series CHIBI GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN (ちびゴジラの逆襲, Chibi Gojira no Gyakushū).   Photo courtesy of Samurai Sword. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. ;© SAMURAISWORD ◆ About the GODZILLA SERIES COMPLETE COLLECTION

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    Photo courtesy of U-TREASURE. ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: U-TREASURE   U-TREASURE Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Koichi Aoki) is now taking pre-orders for a limited edition "Mechagodzilla (1974) Mini Figure Gold Model" in collaboration with Toho Co., Ltd. Reservations will run, while supplies last, through September 8, 2025 at the U-TREASURE Concept Store Ikebukuro and U-TREASURE Online Shop.  Mechagodzilla, the most powerful robotic monster in history, is reborn in gold. The allure of Mechagodzilla, whose entire body transforms into a weapon, is captured in 18K yellow gold instead of space titanium! From the 1974 film GODZILLA VS. MECHAGODZILLA (ゴジラ対メカゴジラ, Gojira Tai Mekagojira) comes this expertly crafted mini-sized gold (18K yellow gold) figure! King Ghidorah is a particularly popular rival monster to Godzilla. The use of real gold further accentuates the golden scales that cover its entire body. Experienced jewelry craftsmen have repeatedly fine-tuned every detail to

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    Photo courtesy of IDW Publishing. ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Gregg Katzman   Godzilla: Escape the Deadzone #1 will be available Wednesday, August 6th from IDW. Journey into this mysterious new world iwith the Eisner-nominated writing duo Griffin Sheridan and Ethan S. Parker (Kill Your Darlings) and fan-favorite artist Pablo Tunica (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Sea Serpent's Heir). Godzilla: Escape the Deadzone #1  What's going on inside the Deadzone?! Find out in the second book of the KAI-SEI ERA, IDW's new connected Godzilla universe! Inside the new IDW Godzilla universe, there exists a mystery larger than any other-what is the Deadzone? Inhabitants of this new world know the Deadzone to be a walled-off portion of the Pacific Northwest, sequestered after the most disastrous Godzilla attack the country has ever faced. The government would have its citizens believe that nothing is

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    Photo courtesy of IGG. © 2025 IGG. © 2025 Legendary. All Rights Reserved. Godzilla TM & © Toho Co., Ltd. MONSTERVERSE TM & © Legendary Source: IGG press releaseOfficial Site: https://dls.igg.com/godzillaxkong/ The arrival of the Titans has reignited the flames of the apocalypse!   IGG (Headquarters: Singapore) has launched a collaboration event between their zombie-based strategy simulation RPG DOOMSDAY: LAST SURVIVORS (ドゥームズデイ：ラストサバイバー, Doūmuzudei: Rasuto Sabaibā) and the Warner Bros/Legendary movie GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE (2024). This collaboration will bring legendary Titans from the MonsterVerse to the wasteland, along with new gameplay mechanics, unique storylines, and heart-pounding battles. Commanders will step into the heart of the conflict, wielding the raw power of these colossal beasts and shaping the fate of this war for survival. Prepare to command, conquer, and experience the unstoppable force of the MonsterVerse! until October 1, 2025. Photo courtesy of IGG. © 2025 IGG.

    The University of Minnesota Press will publish Jeffrey Angles' English translation of the Japanese novella for the Toho classic MOTHRA. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD.

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    The University of Minnesota Press will publish Jeffrey Angles' English translation of the Japanese novella for the Toho classic MOTHRA. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. The first English translation of the original novella about the iconic kaijū MothraSource: University of Minnesota Press  press releaseSpecial Thanks to Jeffrey Angles, Heather Skinner and Lyndsey Wanner In the earliest days of developement for the Toho motion pictures GODZILLA (ゴジラ, Gojira, 1954) and GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN (ゴジラの逆襲, Gojira no Gyakushū, 1955), producer Tomoyuki Tanaka hired award-winning author Shigeru Kayama to write the original stories that would then be adapted into the films' screenplays and later fleshed out and published as novellas. Years later, Tanaka sought to recreate Godzilla's incredible box office success by repeating that formula for Toho's 1961 production MOTHRA (モスラ, Mosura), turrning to authors Shin'ichiro Nakamura, Takehiko Fukunaga and Yoshie Hotta. The trio's The Luminous Fairies and Mothra was first serialized in Asahi

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