Mobile Suit Gundam in New York; Bandai Promotes Popular Anime Series with 2-Meter-High Statue in 14 U.S. Locations

The Gundam statue is seen in Times Square in New York City on Saturday.
13:05 JST, August 27, 2024
NEW YORK — Bandai Namco Holdings Inc. has launched a promotional event for the “Mobile Suit Gundam” anime series, touring 14 locations across the United States between August and October.
On Friday and Saturday, fans flocked to a booth set up in Times Square in New York City. In addition to a 2-meter-high Gundam statue, the booth featured a plastic model workshop and an exhibition of the latest games. There was a store selling limited edition items, attracting more than 50 people to line.
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