In case you’re not familiar with the Japanese Gundam franchise that’s been going strong since the late 1970s, it’s all about the Earth versus other factions and, most importantly, giant walking robots. If it’s about giant robots–whether it’s Robotech, Macross, MegaBots, Robot Jox, Pacific Rim or anything else–it’s based on the cult phenomenon that is Gundam. After more than four decades as fiction, Gundam is getting a real lease on life with a giant, walking robot based on the source material. For the record, Tokyo’s Odaiba neighborhood has had an enormous statue in honor of the Gundam movement that’s been sweeping the nation for decades, but now it’s finally time to turn to turn it into a real, functioning robot. The Gundam Factory Yokohama is open for special events and experiences from July of this year to October of 2021, so you should probably start planning your trip now if you want to catch the real life robot in person.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
