# Massive Anime Monuments The Gundam Statue in Tokyo Japan is Majestic By Cody Turner | Published 2012-09-18 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gundam-statue References: [presurfer.blogspot](http://presurfer.blogspot.ca/2012/09/the-gundam-statue.html) & [fotopedia](http://www.fotopedia.com/magazine/stories/bj47Mr4JP2o/Gundam_statue_a_culturally_significant_subject_of_Japan_) An 18 meter-tall Gundam statue now lives in Diver City Tokyo, Odaiba, Tokyo, Japan and it's pretty badass if you ask me. The giant statue is modeled after the [popular anime series Gundam Wing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-suit-gundam-1) and features the [Gundam mobile suit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-gundam-kits). The statue was built to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the [animated series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codm-x-gundam). The statue is a 1:1 model and has been visited over 4.15 million times. The statue is not permanent however; it has moved from Shizuoka City in the past and now resides in Tokyo. There is something majestic and almost haunting about the photographs of the statue -- something about the way it seems to loom over the city like a super hero protecting the defenceless. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Giant Anime Statues:** The popularity of giant anime statues showcasing iconic characters presents an opportunity for businesses in the entertainment industry to attract fans and create immersive experiences. - **Anime Tourism:** The rise of anime-themed attractions, such as the Gundam statue in Tokyo, opens opportunities in the travel and hospitality industry to cater to fans and create unique experiences. - **Temporary Monument Installations:** The success and popularity of temporary monument installations like the Gundam statue indicate a potential market for businesses in the event management industry to curate large-scale, limited-time experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Entertainment:** The Gundam statue's massive presence highlights the potential for entertainment companies to create awe-inspiring installations and capitalize on the excitement surrounding popular anime franchises. - **Travel and Hospitality:** The attraction of anime-themed landmarks, such as the Gundam statue, creates opportunities for travel and hospitality businesses to develop specialized packages and tours catering to anime enthusiasts. - **Event Management:** The temporary nature of monument installations like the Gundam statue paves the way for event management companies to create unique, time-limited experiences that attract widespread attention and bring communities together. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Streetwear Mecha Statues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-bandai.md) - [Anime Robot-Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rx782.md) - [Anime Merch-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-4.md) - [Mecha Anime-Inspired Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gundam-1.md) - [Japanese Pop Culture-Themed Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ufo-robot-grendizer.md) - [Anime-Themed Sculptural Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/o-series.md) - [Anime-Inspired Theme Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anime-theme-park.md) - [Mecha Anime-Honoring Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evangelion-x-gshock-ga110eva30.md) - [Sci-Fi Mecha Design Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gundam-headphones.md)