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The Life-Size Unicorn Gundam Was Given A Lovely Send-Off

Tokyo’s iconic life‑size Unicorn Gundam received a public farewell, sparking fan nostalgia while a new model slated for December keeps the franchise alive.

By · Published August 30, 2026 at 22:31 UTC · Updated August 30, 2026 at 23:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: Geek Culture · ComicBook.com · Comic Book Resources · 玩具人 TOY PEOPLE · Forbes.

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What happened

The life‑size RX‑0 Unicorn Gundam in Tokyo was taken offline and a farewell ceremony was held, streamed live on YouTube. Geek Culture first reported the event, noting that fans could watch the send‑off online. ComicBook.com echoed the announcement, describing the real‑life mech as preparing to say goodbye.

The replica, a full‑scale version of the iconic Mobile Suit Gundam unit, had been on public display at a Tokyo venue for several months before its removal. Later coverage framed the ceremony as the conclusion of the exhibit on August 31, with Comic Book Resources calling it the end of an era for Gundam fans. Forbes described the farewell as a ‘lovely send‑off’ and highlighted the emotional response from the community.

Toy People, writing for Gundam Base, announced an MGEX 1/100 Unicorn Gundam Ver.TWC model set to ship in December, indicating that the franchise’s product line continues despite the statue’s retirement. The juxtaposition of a final goodbye for the physical statue with a forthcoming miniature release creates a mild contrast, but no outlet disputes the statue’s removal. Current status: the life‑size Unicorn Gundam has been dismantled, the streamed ceremony remains available on the original YouTube channel, and the December model launch proceeds as scheduled.

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Questions people are asking

When and where was the Unicorn Gundam farewell held?

The ceremony took place in Tokyo and the final day of the exhibit was August 31, with the event streamed live on YouTube.

How can fans watch the ceremony after the event?

The streamed ceremony remains available on the original YouTube channel.

Will the Unicorn Gundam brand continue after the statue’s removal?

Toy People announced a 1/100 scale Unicorn Gundam model scheduled for December, showing the franchise will continue with new product releases.

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