Tetsujin 28 Monument
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Located in front of JR Shin-Nagata Station, this huge, life-sized monument of Tetsujin 28 is a symbol of the earthquake recovery effort. It is imposing and beloved as a hero watching over the city of Kobe.
The "Tetsujin 28-go Monument," located in Wakamatsu Park south of JR Shin-Nagata Station in Nagata Ward, Kobe City, is a massive monument to manga artist Mitsuteru Yokoyama's masterpiece, "Tetsujin 28-go." It was built primarily by the local shopping district in hopes of recovery from the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake. Standing approximately 18 meters tall and weighing 50 tons, the massive Tetsujin 28-go impresses visitors with its imposing presence, as if it could move at any moment.
The monument continues to watch over the city of Kobe as a symbol of recovery from the disaster. The pedestal at the base of Tetsujin 28-go is inscribed with a message from Mitsuteru Yokoyama and details the progress of recovery since the disaster, further deepening the monument's meaning. It is also lit up at night, creating a fantastical sight that is different from its daytime counterpart.
In addition to simply viewing the Tetsujin 28-go Monument, strolling through the surrounding shopping district is another way to enjoy it. There are many shops and gourmet spots related to Tetsujin 28-go scattered around the area, and you can also enjoy interacting with the locals.
[Hours]
Open all day
[Parking]
None (use nearby paid parking)
[Access]
- Approximately 5 minutes' walk from JR Shin-Nagata Station
- Approximately 5 minutes' walk from Shin-Nagata Station on the Kaigan Subway Line
- Category
- 神戸|anime|アニメ
- Adress
- 兵庫県神戸市長田区若松町6丁目3
- Official Website
- https://www.kobe-tetsujin.com/
- TEL
- 078-646-3028
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