Tetsujin 28 Statue, Kobe

Giant robot as a symbol of rebirth

Peter Lin Dec 09, 2013 - 1 min read

<p>Take this stop on the JR Kobe Line.</p>

<p>The Tetsujin robot has its own street.</p>

<p>Follow the abundant signs to the Tetsujin Statue.</p>

<p>An awe-inspiring monument stands for the strength of the city of Kobe after the Great Hanshin Earthquake in 1995 and shall protect the city from any disasters in the future.</p>

The Tetsujin 28 Statue in Kobe is an amazing public sculpture and monument symbolizing the rebirth of the city of Kobe after the Hanshin Earthquake in 1995. Finished in 2009, this statue is located in Wakamatsu Park close to Shin-Nagata station on the JR Kobe Line. Standing at an impressive 18 meters high, the statue is one of many life sized giant robot works across Japan, including the Gundam in Odaiba, Tokyo. The Tetsujin robot was originally created in the 1960's by Mitsuteru Yokoyama, a manga artist born in Kobe.

Peter Lin @peter.lin

I first visited Japan in 2001 and since then have returned many times. With the efficiency and reliability of its transportation, the graciousness of the people, and the dedication to quality in food and service, Japan has been my standard for modern travel convenience. Every return has reminded...