Atlanta Awaits Arrival of Giant Gundam Statue

Atlanta Awaits Arrival of Giant Gundam StatueAtlanta Awaits Arrival of Giant Gundam Statue Atlanta, Georgia is eagerly anticipating the arrival of a colossal Gundam statue, a beloved symbol from the iconic Japanese anime franchise. The statue, standing at 60 feet tall and weighing over 40 tons, will be installed in Centennial Olympic Park as part of the anime and pop culture convention Otakon. It will be the first life-size Gundam statue outside of Japan. The Gundam statue represents the iconic RX-78-2 Gundam, the protagonist mobile suit from the original “Mobile Suit Gundam” series. It is armed with a beam rifle, a shield, and a saber, and is known for its sleek design and agile combat abilities. The statue’s arrival has sparked immense excitement among anime enthusiasts in Atlanta and beyond. Otakon, a renowned convention, is expected to attract over 300,000 visitors this year. The Gundam statue will serve as a major attraction, offering fans a chance to experience their favorite anime character up close. “We are thrilled to bring the Giant Gundam Statue to Atlanta,” said Mike Armstrong, Executive Director of Otakon. “It’s a testament to the growing popularity of anime and Japanese culture in the city, and we can’t wait to share it with our attendees.” The statue is scheduled to arrive in Atlanta on July 19th and will be installed in Centennial Olympic Park by the end of July. It will remain on display throughout the Otakon convention, which runs from July 29th to August 1st. Atlanta residents and visitors alike are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the Giant Gundam Statue. It promises to be a landmark attraction and a symbol of the city’s embrace of anime and pop culture.