For all the conventions focused on comic books and anime, one staple of geekdom that’s gone underrepresented is the giant monster or the genre of “daikaiju” (Japanese for “giant strange creature”). Movies, TV shows, comics, and more featuring the likes of Godzilla, King Kong, and others have pervaded popular culture
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Built in 1979, the King Kong-like figure is perched atop a pink commercial building which houses a gym and a brightly lit FamilyMart. From afar, the giant creature is seemingly overlooking the bustling district, leaning towards the edge of the building, with its right arm dangling freely.
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