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The Godzilla Store is releasing many items for Godzilla Fest some new and some re-releases, below we have a few highlights. Hedorah Chibi Plush is the latest in the line it is about 13cm tall, and retails for 2,420 yen. VS Godzilla Metal Relief is a brass relief of Godzilla's face and it can be display multiple ways (it is not large but appears to be heavy), it retails for 13,200 yen. The Great Monster of the Century T-shirts Godzilla Vs. Baragon, and Vs. King Ghidorah, both are 100% cotton, come in sizes S to XL, and retail for 3,190 yen. There is also a Marusan Limited edition Hedorah figure (although it currently shows sold out), it is 24cm tall, and retails for 11,000 yen. All items are available for pre-order now with release scheduled by Jan 2022. There are a number of other items as well all listed here.
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Pintrill is releasing their fourth set of Godzilla pins, this set features cartoon like designs of five Toho kaiju, Godzilla, Mechagodzilla, King Ghidorah, Mothra, and Rodan. Each pin is approx. .5 inch by .5 inch, is made of black nickel plated brass, and includes double black rubber pin clutch, they retail each for $12. You can ordered them now from Pintrill.
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Bandai has announced a new line, Fantazzzy TOYS (Fantasy Toys) which includes not just toys but shirts as well starting with everyone's favorite smoggy monster Hedorah. There are two colorways of the figure, and two colors for the t-shirts. The figure comes in a traditional color and a pink version, they are approx. 17cm tall, and retail for 8,580 yen. The shirts feature the same design but reversed of each other (white print on a black shirt, black print on a white shirt), are 100% cotton, come in sizes S to XXL, and retail for 3,850 yen. they can all be pre-ordered Nov 4th with release scheduled for March 2022 for the figures, and Jan 2022 for the shirts. Pre order here, here, and here.
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Heath Clothing is releasing the Studio D'Artisan x Heath Godzilla Limited Edition Suka-Jan Reversible Jacket. This jacket features a a Invasion Of The Astro Monster design on one side and Godzilla Vs. The Sea Monster on the other, the jacket is made from cotton, rayon, and polyester, comes in sizes M to XXL, and retails for 41,800 yen. It can be ordered from Heath now (advanced release) with release in November, it will have a general public release later (in limited quantities) it does not appear it can be shipped to the US so a proxy maybe needed.
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The Godzilla Store has announced new t-shirts, three are to celebrate anniversaries of the Godzilla Store (online), Godzilla Store Tokyo, and the Godzilla Store Osaka, the fourth shirt is for the upcoming Godzilla Fest 2021. All shirts are 100% cotton, come in sizes S to XL (XXL size is available for the Godzilla Fest shirt as well), and retail for 2,750 yen. They can be ordered now from the Godzilla Store, with the anniversary shirts if you wear them in the Godzilla Store you can receive a discount based on the shirt (5, 4, or 1%).
Update: another shirt was added the Marusan Hedorah shirt (below), pricing and other info is the same as the others.
Update: another shirt was added the Marusan Hedorah shirt (below), pricing and other info is the same as the others.
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Bandai is releasing a Godzilla 2001 and two new Hedorah t-shirts from Studio 696 and Bandai Fashion. The Godzilla shirt comes in two colors of shirt, is 100% cotton, sizes S to XXL, and retails for 3,630 yen. The Studio 696 Hedorah comes in three colors/styles, is 100% cotton, sizes S to XXL, and retails for 3,630 yen. The Bandai Hedorah shirt comes in two colors of shirt, is 100% cotton, sizes S to XXL, and retails for 3,850 yen. All can be pre-ordered from Bandai with release scheduled for Dec 2021.
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Erostika is releasing thre artist designs of a new Matango soft vinyl figure, the Erostika Artist Collaboration Matango Soft Vinyl Toys are design by Rockin' Jelly Bean, Naoya, and Katsuya Terada. Each has a unique coloring with Naoya's even having fur, all are 26.6cm tall with Naoya's retailing for 19,800 yen and the other two retailing for 22,000 yen each. These go on sale Oct 1st on the Erostika website (note there are some mature items on the site). There will be other items as well, prints, shirts, and more by the same artists (at bottom).
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The King of the Monsters Arrives!
Toho International, Inc. and Stern Pinball Announce New Godzilla Pinball Machines
CHICAGO, IL – September 14, 2021 – Stern Pinball, Inc. and Toho International, Inc., the subsidiary of the Japanese entertainment studio Toho Co., Ltd, announce a new line of pinball machines based on the iconic Toho film franchise featuring the King of the Monsters, Godzilla! The Godzilla pinball machines are available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition (LE) models.
Godzilla is the longest running film franchise created by Toho, with thirty-two films produced since 1954. The popularity of the films has made Godzilla one of the most recognizable symbols in pop culture worldwide. In addition to numerous accolades and cinematic awards for film, music, and special effects, the Godzilla film series and licensed characters have generated over $1 billion in merchandise sales around the world.
In this monster-packed pinball adventure, players become Godzilla! The evil aliens, the Xiliens, use mind control rays to take control of the monsters King Ghidorah, Gigan, Megalon, Ebirah, and Titanosaurus. The Xiliens are demanding all of Earth’s resources. Godzilla and its allies, Mothra, Rodan, and Anguirus, battle the Xilien invasion with the goal of conquering Mechagodzilla to become King of the Monsters!
Chaos and destruction ensue on the playfield with Godzilla multiball, started by shooting one of the various shots in and through the centrally located skyscraper. In the Premium and LE models, a motor actuates the skyscraper, diverting balls through each of its five stories as it collapses, ultimately locking three balls on its roof. The Premium/LE playfield also features a collapsing bridge ramp. This animated breakaway ramp is guarded by a custom molded Godzilla and can divert pinballs back to the flipper or directly onto the playfield during Bridge Attack multiball.
On the Premium and LE models, Mechagodzilla features a motorized three-bank target set which rotates to reveal a spinner and jump ramp. Players will engage the Kaiju in battle by launching pinballs with the jump ramp and bashing the magnetic ball catch on its chest to start Mechagodzilla multiball.
All models of Godzilla pinball machines feature an innovative “Magna Grab” magnetic newton ball, capable of catching pinballs from five different shot paths, including off the plunge. This device can also divert pinballs to set up shots from the upper left flipper. The game also includes the iconic title song “Godzilla” by Blue Oyster Cult, stunning hand-drawn artwork by Zombie Yeti, intricate wireform ramps, three spinning targets (Heat Ray, Mechagodzilla, and Monster Rampage), three flippers, three “powerline” themed stand-up targets and a UFO pop pumper. The game highlights video and audio from ten* Toho Showa Era Godzilla films to create a one-of-a-kind immersive Godzilla pinball experience.
Godzilla pinball machines also debut Stern’s Insider Connected system, which includes a QR code reader on the bottom arch that enables players to interact with the game and this new network in a variety of ways. Stern Insider Connected provides new entertainment and player engagement features and an operator focused tool set to drive location play and remotely manage every aspect of the machines. Insider Connected goes live with the launch of Godzilla, with the full scope of features scheduled for roll out over the next year.
Only 1,000 LE machines will be available. The LE version includes an exclusive full color mirrored backglass inspired by Mechagodzilla, iconic custom cabinet artwork, custom high gloss metallic silver powder-coated pinball armor, a custom designer autographed bottom arch, exclusive inside art blades, upgraded audio system, anti-reflection pinball playfield glass, shaker motor, a sequentially numbered plaque, and a Certificate of Authenticity.
“Partnering with Toho, we have brought the Godzilla universe to pinball” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc. “Insider Connected enables players, owners, and operators to interact with their machines like never before.”
Pricing and Availability:
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (“MSRP”)*:
*MSRP for sales to USA end-users, before any VAT, GST, Sales Tax, Duties, or other taxes.
Pro Model: $US 6,899
Premium Model: $US 8,999
Limited Edition Model: $US 10,499
Godzilla pinball machines and accessories are available now through authorized Stern Pinball distributors and dealers around the world.
About Stern Pinball, Inc.
Stern Pinball, Inc. is a global lifestyle brand based on the iconic and outrageously fun modern American game of pinball. Headquartered minutes from Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport in the heart of North America, the company creates, designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and distributes a full line of technologically advanced terrestrial and digital pinball games, parts, accessories, and merchandise. Stern Pinball serves digital, consumer, commercial, and corporate markets around the globe.
Recent Stern Pinball titles include The Mandalorian, Led Zeppelin, Avengers: Infinity Quest, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Stranger Things, Elvira’s House of Horrors, Jurassic Park, Black Knight: Sword of Rage, The Munsters, The Beatles, Deadpool, Iron Maiden, Guardians of the Galaxy, Star Wars, Aerosmith, Ghostbusters, KISS, Metallica, Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, Star Trek, AC/DC, Batman, and Spider-Man. A broad range of players enjoy Stern Pinball’s games from professional pinball players who compete in high-stakes competitions around the globe to novice players who are discovering the allure of the silver ball for the first time. To join the fun and learn more, please visit www.sternpinball.com.
About Toho
Toho Company, Limited, is a Japanese entertainment studio focused on the development, production, exhibition, and distribution of powerful live action and animated content including motion pictures, television and theater. Founded in 1932, Toho remains a prominent force in bringing brands and original storytelling with versatile talents to audiences worldwide. Its subsidiaries include Toho Cinemas, the highest grossing exhibition company in Japan, and Toho International, Inc., a U.S. established incorporated company that manages and commercializes Toho’s intellectual property portfolio. To learn more about Toho, visit: www.toho.co.jp/en/.
Follow Godzilla!
Twitter: @TOHO_GODZILLA
Instagram: @godzilla_toho
YouTube: GodzillaToho
Toho International, Inc. and Stern Pinball Announce New Godzilla Pinball Machines
CHICAGO, IL – September 14, 2021 – Stern Pinball, Inc. and Toho International, Inc., the subsidiary of the Japanese entertainment studio Toho Co., Ltd, announce a new line of pinball machines based on the iconic Toho film franchise featuring the King of the Monsters, Godzilla! The Godzilla pinball machines are available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition (LE) models.
Godzilla is the longest running film franchise created by Toho, with thirty-two films produced since 1954. The popularity of the films has made Godzilla one of the most recognizable symbols in pop culture worldwide. In addition to numerous accolades and cinematic awards for film, music, and special effects, the Godzilla film series and licensed characters have generated over $1 billion in merchandise sales around the world.
In this monster-packed pinball adventure, players become Godzilla! The evil aliens, the Xiliens, use mind control rays to take control of the monsters King Ghidorah, Gigan, Megalon, Ebirah, and Titanosaurus. The Xiliens are demanding all of Earth’s resources. Godzilla and its allies, Mothra, Rodan, and Anguirus, battle the Xilien invasion with the goal of conquering Mechagodzilla to become King of the Monsters!
Chaos and destruction ensue on the playfield with Godzilla multiball, started by shooting one of the various shots in and through the centrally located skyscraper. In the Premium and LE models, a motor actuates the skyscraper, diverting balls through each of its five stories as it collapses, ultimately locking three balls on its roof. The Premium/LE playfield also features a collapsing bridge ramp. This animated breakaway ramp is guarded by a custom molded Godzilla and can divert pinballs back to the flipper or directly onto the playfield during Bridge Attack multiball.
On the Premium and LE models, Mechagodzilla features a motorized three-bank target set which rotates to reveal a spinner and jump ramp. Players will engage the Kaiju in battle by launching pinballs with the jump ramp and bashing the magnetic ball catch on its chest to start Mechagodzilla multiball.
All models of Godzilla pinball machines feature an innovative “Magna Grab” magnetic newton ball, capable of catching pinballs from five different shot paths, including off the plunge. This device can also divert pinballs to set up shots from the upper left flipper. The game also includes the iconic title song “Godzilla” by Blue Oyster Cult, stunning hand-drawn artwork by Zombie Yeti, intricate wireform ramps, three spinning targets (Heat Ray, Mechagodzilla, and Monster Rampage), three flippers, three “powerline” themed stand-up targets and a UFO pop pumper. The game highlights video and audio from ten* Toho Showa Era Godzilla films to create a one-of-a-kind immersive Godzilla pinball experience.
Godzilla pinball machines also debut Stern’s Insider Connected system, which includes a QR code reader on the bottom arch that enables players to interact with the game and this new network in a variety of ways. Stern Insider Connected provides new entertainment and player engagement features and an operator focused tool set to drive location play and remotely manage every aspect of the machines. Insider Connected goes live with the launch of Godzilla, with the full scope of features scheduled for roll out over the next year.
Only 1,000 LE machines will be available. The LE version includes an exclusive full color mirrored backglass inspired by Mechagodzilla, iconic custom cabinet artwork, custom high gloss metallic silver powder-coated pinball armor, a custom designer autographed bottom arch, exclusive inside art blades, upgraded audio system, anti-reflection pinball playfield glass, shaker motor, a sequentially numbered plaque, and a Certificate of Authenticity.
“Partnering with Toho, we have brought the Godzilla universe to pinball” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc. “Insider Connected enables players, owners, and operators to interact with their machines like never before.”
Pricing and Availability:
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (“MSRP”)*:
*MSRP for sales to USA end-users, before any VAT, GST, Sales Tax, Duties, or other taxes.
Pro Model: $US 6,899
Premium Model: $US 8,999
Limited Edition Model: $US 10,499
Godzilla pinball machines and accessories are available now through authorized Stern Pinball distributors and dealers around the world.
About Stern Pinball, Inc.
Stern Pinball, Inc. is a global lifestyle brand based on the iconic and outrageously fun modern American game of pinball. Headquartered minutes from Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport in the heart of North America, the company creates, designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and distributes a full line of technologically advanced terrestrial and digital pinball games, parts, accessories, and merchandise. Stern Pinball serves digital, consumer, commercial, and corporate markets around the globe.
Recent Stern Pinball titles include The Mandalorian, Led Zeppelin, Avengers: Infinity Quest, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Stranger Things, Elvira’s House of Horrors, Jurassic Park, Black Knight: Sword of Rage, The Munsters, The Beatles, Deadpool, Iron Maiden, Guardians of the Galaxy, Star Wars, Aerosmith, Ghostbusters, KISS, Metallica, Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, Star Trek, AC/DC, Batman, and Spider-Man. A broad range of players enjoy Stern Pinball’s games from professional pinball players who compete in high-stakes competitions around the globe to novice players who are discovering the allure of the silver ball for the first time. To join the fun and learn more, please visit www.sternpinball.com.
About Toho
Toho Company, Limited, is a Japanese entertainment studio focused on the development, production, exhibition, and distribution of powerful live action and animated content including motion pictures, television and theater. Founded in 1932, Toho remains a prominent force in bringing brands and original storytelling with versatile talents to audiences worldwide. Its subsidiaries include Toho Cinemas, the highest grossing exhibition company in Japan, and Toho International, Inc., a U.S. established incorporated company that manages and commercializes Toho’s intellectual property portfolio. To learn more about Toho, visit: www.toho.co.jp/en/.
Follow Godzilla!
Twitter: @TOHO_GODZILLA
Instagram: @godzilla_toho
YouTube: GodzillaToho
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Sun-Star is releasing the Hedorah Flying Form Desktop Mop, a mop like dusting cloth. This item is made of Polyester, is hand washable, features a pocket to hold it while using it, and retails for 3,520 yen. It can be pre-ordered from Bandai, the Godzilla Store, and possible other retailers, with release scheduled for December 2021.
