The fourth to seventh Gundam is designed by Okawara in 1989 for Kunio Okawara collection, also known as M-MSV(Missing Mobile Suit Variation). The preceding Gundam model RX-78-1 and the subsequent model RX-78-3 were designed by Okawara between 19 for Gundam Century and Mobile Suit Variations and the latter appeared in the novel version as the G-3 Gundam after the original Unit 2 was destroyed in battle. The "original" Gundam, the RX-78-2 design was to be the second unit in a line of eight prototype high-performance assault-type mobile suits. However, Sunrise disapproved of the colouring and insisted the unit to be painted in brighter colours to attract attention, like other super robot anime at that time. Tomino's response in the novel version of Gundam is that the original design was to be a grayscale machine, made up of mostly white and light gray colouring. Okawara created multiple designs before settling on the current, samurai-styled design for the anime in 1979.Įnemies in the series regularly refer to the RX-78-2 as the white suit or the White Devil (due to the suit's formidable battle performance) while it is a mix of blue, red, and white. The series later changed its name to Mobile Suit Gundam and Kunio Okawara was given Tomino's concept to shape into a finalized design for the anime. The RX-78's initial concept was that of a powered armor, the primary design for Yoshiyuki Tomino's proposed series Freedom Fighter Gunboy. The design appearing in Mobile Suit Gundam serves as the iconic symbol of the Gundam franchise and sparked the creation of its multiple sequels and spinoffs. In the series, it is a prototype weapon for the Earth Federation when it falls into the hands of Amuro Ray, the son of its designer in story (Tem Ray), who goes on to pilot it in the Earth Federation's war against the Principality of Zeon.Īs the success of the series began the Gundam franchise, the robot's design was the first of many variations in subsequent works. I had a good time watching my childhood come alive.The RX-78-2 Gundam ( Japanese: RX-78-2 ガンダム, Hepburn: Āru Ekkusu Nanajū Hachi no Ni Gandamu) is a fictional manned robot ( mecha), introduced in 1979 in Yoshiyuki Tomino's and Sunrise's anime series Mobile Suit Gundam. For fans, this is a great experience, but for most people it might be a pass unless in the area, and even then only standard admission. The prices are good and the only goods I thought were overpriced were the clothing items - but that tends to be the case for all the Gundam Base stores. The other highlight is a large Gundam Base store that offers exclusive models and goods exclusive to the location. I'm not sure if the others open up at all. There are a few concession stand locations, but only one serving popcorn (in a Haro themed container) was open during my visit. The drinks here were very good and refreshing, there is also an option to buy a drink in a themed, collectible plastic bottle. Besides that, there is a Gundam Cafe that offers excellent views of the Gundam. It has a "VR" experience that shows the path a pilot would take into the Gundam cockpit - I didn't think it was too impressive, personally, but interesting to at least see. There isn't all too much here to see besides the life sized Gundam - there is a small laboratory exhibit that shows the techniques used to develop and build the Gundam. It moves slowly, but is very impressive to see in person. This is spaced out over the hour and repeats. Every hour, the Gundam has a show and moves out of the dock, takes a few steps, kneels, stands back up, then points to the sky. Upon entry, a small model is provided - a 1/200 scale RX-78F00, the same one present at the factory. I wouldn't recommend paying extra if you aren't a die hard fan, since the view of the action is better from the stairs across the way and the Gundam Cafe. The view from the top of the dock is to the side and behind, so honestly not the best views, but it is up close and personal so all the details an be seen. The price of entry is 1650 yen and to get up to the top of the dock is an additional 3300 yen. Buying tickets in advance gives a QR code that can be scanned at entry. Tickets for entry and also the special viewing are both now available at the ticket booth. Tickets can be purchased online in advance, but during the week this isn't necessary. This small theme park is a short walk away from Yamashita Park in Yokohama.
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