Video Shows 60-Foot-Tall Gundam Robot in Japan Moving Around

The Gundam Factory in Yokohama, just south of Tokyo, took their life-sized replica of the RX-78 model for a spin.

Two women look out from a restaurant window at Gundam.
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Two women look out from a restaurant window at Gundam.

The Gundam Factory in Yokohama, just south of Tokyo, took their life-sized replica of the RX-78 model for a spin. Standing at 60-feet-tall and 25 tons, this marvelous recreation is capable of kneeling, moving its fingers, and pointing to the sky, making it the first of its kind to feature a wide array of movements.

Completion ceremony for the life-size Gundam in Yokohama, Japan pic.twitter.com/V4fg6dmrDV

— Modern Notoriety (@ModernNotoriety) August 9, 2020

The most striking moment may be when this model showcases its ability to turn its head, and open its eyes up in the direction of onlookers. 

Life-sized Gundam in Yokohama is now in testing mode.pic.twitter.com/51HVoraPb7

— Catsuka 💙 (@catsuka) September 21, 2020

観客席にロックオン! pic.twitter.com/vvh52rJn5K

— なんちゃん(ガンダム万歳) (@nansei2) September 20, 2020

等速の動くガンダム! pic.twitter.com/4BYqV2Nhwg

— なんちゃん(ガンダム万歳) (@nansei2) September 20, 2020

The Gundam Factory was scheduled to open its amusement park in October, but it has been delayed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In the meantime, this model is being held at the Port of Yokohama where it will remain for a year. 

Alright. Moving to Japan and getting surgery to become a Gundam pilot. See ya later. https://t.co/YluktR67SU

— Choco (@ChocoTheChocobo) September 21, 2020

When Japan said they wanted to make a gundam they really went out made a goddamn gundam 💀 https://t.co/LxH7ER68z2

— Rick🐝 (@RickDrumset) September 20, 2020

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