Yoshiyuki Tomino, the esteemed director of "Mobile Suit Gundam," shared an inspiring message on April 9 regarding the "GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION," an exhibition featured at the Osaka Kansai Expo. The full message appears in the official guidebook, releasing April 13.

Tomino expressed, "What you see in the 'GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION' is, admittedly, still just a dream. However, it is crucial to recognize that these possibilities exist, urging us not to lose hope for the future."

Exploring the Innovative Vision of Gundam at the Pavilion

Presented by Bandai Namco Holdings, the pavilion resembles a futuristic space airport, highlighted by the towering, 17-meter-tall Gundam statue "RX-78F00/E Gundam." Inside, visitors experience immersive storytelling through the new visual production, "GUNDAM: Next Universal Century," and interactive spaces spanning phases 0 to 7.

Immersive Experience of Future Technologies and Life in Space

Guests journey into a newly conceptualized "Universal Century," traveling via an orbital elevator to the "Star Jaburo" space station. The exhibition showcases a harmonious coexistence between humans and Mobile Suits, featuring a Gundam equipped with the new "Glass Feather" accessory, various innovative Mobile Suits, and redesigned Haro robots.

Inauguration Ceremony and Media Preview

Coinciding with the announcement, Bandai Namco Holdings held an exclusive media preview and opening ceremony attended by key figures, including President Arata Asako, Vice President Nobuhiko Momoi, BANDAI SPIRITS' CEO and Chief Gundam Officer Hiroshi Sakakibara, and Makoto Asanuma, CEO of Bandai Namco Filmworks.

Tomino Emphasizes Importance of Hope and Vision for Future Generations

Tomino further stated, "Experiencing these visions and research connected to a brighter future provides essential optimism. Understanding that there are tasks worth pursuing for humanity’s future, even after 50 or 100 years, brings genuine hope. I believe 'GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION' at Osaka Kansai Expo beautifully encapsulates this sentiment. I sincerely hope many will visit and deepen their appreciation for humanity's future and potential."

GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION PV

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Source : ORICON NEWS