Tokyo’s Life-Size Unicorn Gundam Is Leaving After Nine Years — Here’s Your Last Chance To See It
The RX-0 Unicorn Gundam life-size statue in Odaiba, Tokyo, will conclude its exhibition at the end of August 2026 after nearly nine years. Bandai has announced that the statue will be adorned with new decorations during its farewell period, accompanied by various events. The statue has become a significant cultural landmark in Tokyo, attracting both locals and tourists alike since its installation in 2017.
- ▪The Unicorn Gundam statue has been on display in Odaiba since 2017.
- ▪It will be removed at the end of August 2026 after nearly nine years of continuous exhibition.
- ▪Bandai plans to celebrate the statue's departure with new decorations and events leading up to its removal.
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Aaronp/Bauer-Griffin/Gc Images Toys 5 Mins ago 0 Views 0 CommentsComments Save Summary Bandai has announced the RX-0 Unicorn Gundam life-size statue in Odaiba, Tokyo will end its exhibition at the end of August 2026, closing out nearly nine years of continuous display on the artificial island in Tokyo Bay The statue will be dressed in new decal decorations for its farewell period, with various events planned in the lead-up to its removal; no official reason has been given for the retirement The RX-0 Unicorn Gundam statue in Odaiba, Tokyo is officially scheduled for removal.
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