RX-78-2

Since I'm back in Tokyo for summer break, might as well head to Odaiba to see the much talked about 1:1 sized RX-78-2 Gundam statue. It was quite overwhelming being at the foot of such a giant although the smell of elephant poo that, for some reason, lingered in the air was just as overwhelming. Regardless, I'm sure everyone there would have loved to climb into the cockpit to satisfy their inner-Amuro if it was possible.

But man, the Gundam franchise has been around for 30 years! If only this statue could last that long. Unfortunately, they will be taking it down at the end of August.

June 26th, 2009 at Shiokaze Park in Odaiba, Tokyo. Taken with Nikon D60 and edited with Photoshop CS2.