“40th Anniversary Transformers Exhibition” will be held at Umeda Loft!

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The transforming robot character "Transformers" series, a content "originated in Japanese toys" created by Takara Tomy Co., Ltd., will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2024.
The 40-year partnership between Takara Tomy and the American company HASBRO has produced rare characters and numerous products that are loved by fans around the world, and in 1984 they introduced "Convoy", which transforms from a vehicle into a robot. Since its release (in Japan since 1985), "Transformers" has evolved into a global brand. Fans around the world have loved the epic story of a super robot life form that can transform at will, the activities of its unique characters, and its numerous products.
In 2024, which marks the 40th anniversary since its birth, we will hold an exhibition to cherish the "Transformers" "YOUR ORIGIN" that has become the starting point for each fan, and transform it into "OUR ORIGIN" that unites all generations. Masu.

■Highlights of the exhibition

The 40th Anniversary Transformers Exhibition, the first exhibition in 10 years, is scheduled to be held from Friday, May 10, 2024, starting in Osaka. The first anime “Fight! In addition to exhibiting toys that have a 40-year history, including characters that appeared in "Super Robot Life Form Transformers", Beast Wars, and Hollywood movie series, the exhibition will also feature explanatory panels and videos of past works.
We will also be selling commemorative Transformers "SS-EX Bumblebee Yellow Clear ver." and event commemorative goods.
Advance ticket sales will begin today on a special website.
*Depending on the stock status after the event, "SS-EX Bumblebee Yellow Clear ver." may be available at Takara Tomy Mall. In addition, we have secured products for each venue, including additional venues that will be announced in the future, but quantities are limited.
*Advance tickets, Osaka venue, and future event information will be updated on the special website (hakabanogarou.jp/transformers40th).
Please also check the official X (formerly Twitter) account (@TF_40TH_EXPO) for the latest information.

▶Event commemorative products

At the venue, event-limited Transformers products "SS-EX Bumblebee Yellow Clear ver." will be sold.
Product name: SS-EX Bumblebee Yellow Clear ver.
Release date: Released on Friday, May 10, 2024
Suggested retail price: 1,800 yen (tax included)
Target age: 8 years old and above
Product size: Approximately (W) 95 x (H) 108 x (D) 36 mm
Copyright notice: © TOMY.
© 2024 Paramount Pictures Corporation.
All Rights Reserved. TM & ® denote Japan Trademarks.

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▶ “Transformers Exhibition” commemorative movie

A commemorative movie for the ``Transformers Exhibition'' will be released from today on the 40th anniversary official website and Takara Tomy's official YouTube channel ``Takara Tomy Official Hobby Channel.''
Distribution destination: Takara Tomy Official YouTube Channel “Takara Tomy Official Hobby Channel”
www.youtube.com/@TAKARATOMYHOBBY
40th anniversary official website: tf.takaratomy.co.jp/tf40th

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▶Goods sales

To commemorate this exhibition, we will also have many original goods available.
・Optimus Prime Big Silhouette T-shirt
¥5,830 (tax included) Size: M-XL
・Metal T-shirt (Optimus Prime/Bumblebee)
¥6,050 each (tax included) Size: M-XXL
・Megatron pullover hoodie
¥11,000 (tax included) Size: M-XXL
・Acrylic key chain with emblem charm 14 types in total
¥990 each (tax included) Size: within 70mm square
・Curing tape (2 types)
¥770 each (tax included) Size: Width 45mm
・Long tumbler glass 2 types (Optimus Prime/Megatron)
¥2,200 each (tax included) Size: φ76mm x H151mm
・Energon hot water (bath salts)
¥550 (tax included) Contents: 25g

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Optimus Prime Big Silhouette T-shirt
¥5,830 (tax included) Size: M-XL

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Metal T-shirt (Optimus Prime/Bumblebee)
¥6,050 each (tax included) Size: M-XXL

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Megatron pullover hoodie
¥11,000 (tax included) Size: M-XXL

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Acrylic key chains with emblem charms, 14 types in total
¥990 each (tax included) Size: within 70mm square

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Curing tape 2 types in total
¥770 each (tax included) Size: Width 45mm

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Long tumbler glasses, 2 types (Optimus Prime/Megatron)
¥2,200 each (tax included) Size: φ76mm x H151mm

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Energon hot water (bath salts)
¥550 (tax included) Contents: 25g

<40th Anniversary Transformers Exhibition>

■Duration: May 10th (Friday) to June 3rd (Monday), 2024 *Some exhibits will be replaced from May 22nd (Wednesday).
■Location: Umeda Loft, 4th floor event space (16-7 Chayamachi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka)
■Event time:
11am to 9pm
*Entry is allowed until 30 minutes before closing.
*6/3 (Monday) will be closed at 6pm as it is the last day.
*During the period, business hours may change (according to Umeda Loft business hours).
■Sponsor: Any Co., Ltd., Crazy Bump Co., Ltd.
■ Cooperation: Takara Tomy Co., Ltd., Umeda Loft
■Exhibition HP: https://hakabanogarou.jp/transformers40th
■Admission fee:
・Advance tickets (April 10th (Wednesday) 10:00 AM to May 9th (Thursday) 23:59)
General: 1,200 yen, Elementary and junior high school students: 800 yen
・Same-day ticket (May 10th (Friday) 0:00 to June 3rd (Monday) 17:00)
General: 1,600 yen, Elementary and junior high school students: 1,000 yen
*Free admission for preschoolers
■Play guide:
Ticket Pia https://w.pia.jp/t/tf-osaka/ [P code: 994-789]
Lawson Ticket https://l-tike.com/search/?lcd=52994 [L code: 52994]
Eplus https://eplus.jp/tf.osaka/
*Event dates and contents are subject to change without notice.

via Any Co., Ltd. April 10, 2024 Transformers 40th anniversary! The ``40th Anniversary Transformers Exhibition'' will be held at Umeda Loft, an exhibition that looks back on the history of Transformers, loved by fans all over the world! https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000058351.html