Standing 18 meters tall in a quiet city park, the Gigantor Monument celebrates a manga hero—and the spirit of postwar Kobe.
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Towering over Wakamatsu Park in Nagata Ward, the Gigantor Monument is a full-scale tribute to Mitsuteru Yokoyama’s beloved manga and anime robot hero, Tetsujin 28-gō—known internationally as Gigantor. Installed in 2009, the 18-meter-tall iron-blue statue reflects Kobe’s creative pride and recovery spirit following the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake. The monument is both a nostalgic beacon for anime fans and a surprising discovery for everyday parkgoers and locals. It doesn’t move or light up—but its sheer presence, set against Kobe’s urban backdrop, makes it a striking blend of pop culture, public art, and civic resilience.
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- Outdoor monument in Wakamatsu Park
- Surrounded by benches, playground, and local eateries
- Walking distance from Shin-Nagata Station
- Occasional community events and cosplay gatherings
- Informational signage about Tetsujin 28-gō
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