The "Godzilla Intercept Operation" attraction at Nijigen no Mori, an anime theme park on Awaji Island, is hosting a special seasonal event called "Awaji GODZILLA Festival 2026 in Summer" from July 18 (Saturday) to September 13 (Sunday), 2026. The event offers Godzilla fans visiting from around the world — as well as first-time visitors — a chance to enjoy both the world of Godzilla and Japanese culture.
Three Games During the Event
During the event period, three special games are open to visitors who purchase either a "Premium Ticket" or a "VIP Journey Pass" and enter the attraction:
- Archery Challenge — a recreation of scenes from the "Godzilla Intercept Operation" storyline
- Tousenkyou Game — a traditional Japanese game involving a fan and a target
- Target Challenge — throwing a ball at a numbered target to earn points
Visitors who score a combined total of 300 points or more across all three games receive an "Original Japanese-Pattern Notebook" exclusive to Nijigen no Mori. Those who score fewer than 300 points receive an "Original Japanese-Pattern Postcard."
Event Overview
- Period: July 18 (Saturday) – September 13 (Sunday), 2026
- Content: Three special games available during the event for visitors who have purchased a "Premium Ticket" or "VIP Journey Pass" and entered the attraction. Prizes awarded based on combined score: 300+ points earns an original Japanese-pattern notebook; under 300 points earns an original Japanese-pattern postcard.
- Eligible visitors: Those who purchase a Premium Ticket or VIP Journey Pass
- Ticket bonuses:
- Premium Ticket: Nijigen no Mori original goods "Godzilla Backpack"
- VIP Journey Pass: Original "Gojira" sukajan jacket
- Official Website: https://nijigennomori.com/godzilla_awajishima/
About "Godzilla Intercept Operation"
"Godzilla Intercept Operation" is an entertainment attraction themed around a life-sized Godzilla measuring 120 meters in length that has landed on Awaji Island. Participants join as members of the National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center and take on missions including a zipline that plunges into the interior of a meticulously detailed Godzilla replica, and a shooting game where players eliminate scattered Godzilla cells.
The attraction also features permanent indoor exhibits, including the world's first "Godzilla Museum," and a kids' area called "Kaijuu no Mori" (Kaiju Forest), where younger visitors can enjoy roughly 50 types of monster soft vinyl figures and other activities. National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center merchandise and themed food are available on-site as well.
Original Godzilla goods are available for purchase at "Godzilla Intercept Operation," including hats, figures, and more. Wearing a Godzilla hat or headband while exploring the attraction adds to the immersive experience.
Godzilla Collaboration Rooms at Grand Chariot Hokuto Shichiseisei 135°
"Kaijuu Land" (Monster Land)
A Godzilla collaboration room called "Kaijuu Land" brings together monsters from past Godzilla films all in one space. The interior is decorated with tapestries depicting classic Godzilla characters, and a portion of the full-size Godzilla is visible through the window. Special lighting effects transform the atmosphere from day to night, offering a different look at different times of day. Guests can also take on a "special mission" to find all the hidden monsters in the room for a chance to win prizes. Details: https://awaji-grandchariot.com/room/3416/
"Showa Toho Kaiju Resource Room"
Opened to mark the 5th anniversary of "Godzilla Intercept Operation – National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center –," the "Showa Toho Kaiju Resource Room" is a new Godzilla collaboration room at the official Nijigen no Mori villa, GRAND CHARIOT Hokuto Shichiseisei 135°.
The room recreates the world of Showa-era Toho special effects films, with three-dimensional displays of weapons that appeared in Godzilla battle scenes alongside storyboards and sketches. The Showa retro theme is reflected in details such as a low dining table (chabudai), floor cushions (zabuton), enamel signs bearing monster names, and shoji-style blackout curtains. Overnight guests receive exclusive novelty items, including admission tickets to "Godzilla Intercept Operation," a faux-leather coaster engraved with the attraction's Godzilla design, and an art board featuring King Ghidorah — Godzilla's greatest rival, who made its debut in the film Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster — available to overnight guests only.
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