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Gundam, Odaiba

By Shibuya246 · · 2 min read · 38 photos · 38 comments

Gundam, OdaibaPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length70mmAperturef/14Shutter1/800sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 18:29
As the sun sets, Gundam awakes
As the sun sets, Gundam awakes
A Beautiful Sunset as the backdrop for Gundam to begin to stir and notice the crowd that has gatheredPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length112mmAperturef/10Shutter1/400sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 18:36
A Beautiful Sunset as the backdrop for Gundam to begin to stir and notice the crowd that has gathered
The blue sky highlights Gundam's blue body armourPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length116mmAperturef/4.8Shutter1/30sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:13
The blue sky highlights Gundam's blue body armour
Stepping out of the full sunshine. Looks like an explosion has gone off in the backgroundPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length70mmAperturef/13Shutter1/500sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 18:41
Stepping out of the full sunshine. Looks like an explosion has gone off in the background
Steam starts to come out of the vents. Action is imminent. Stand back pleasePhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length100mmAperturef/4.5Shutter1/80sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:03
Steam starts to come out of the vents. Action is imminent. Stand back please
Gundam steps out of the fireball behind him to take on the next battlePhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length116mmAperturef/10Shutter1/400sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 18:43
Gundam steps out of the fireball behind him to take on the next battle
You don't want to mess with this hand. It looks like it has quite a bit of strength in those metal clawsPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length270mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/30sISO2500Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:18
You don't want to mess with this hand. It looks like it has quite a bit of strength in those metal claws
More great body armour here. 'Critical Bolt Torque See Maintenance Manual'Photo dataCameraNikon D700Focal length300mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/50sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:18
More great body armour here. 'Critical Bolt Torque See Maintenance Manual'
Those jet engines will make for a quick getaway if the crowd turn into an angry mobPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length70mmAperturef/4.5Shutter1/30sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:23
Those jet engines will make for a quick getaway if the crowd turn into an angry mob
Showing off some Shoulder Armor. 'SCV-70 White Base'Photo dataCameraNikon D700Focal length300mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/80sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 18:57
Showing off some Shoulder Armor. 'SCV-70 White Base'
As the steam starts to come out of his body armor, the head of Gundam tilts backPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length102mmAperturef/4.5Shutter1/50sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:04
As the steam starts to come out of his body armor, the head of Gundam tilts back
More firey skies for Gundam as he stalks the nightPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length78mmAperturef/6.3Shutter1/160sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:00
More firey skies for Gundam as he stalks the night
The mid-drift section of armor. Very colorful and drafty with those steam ventsPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length220mmAperturef/5.3Shutter1/30sISO3200Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:18
The mid-drift section of armor. Very colorful and drafty with those steam vents
Gundam steps out and almost treads on usPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length80mmAperturef/4.5Shutter1/30sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:15
Gundam steps out and almost treads on us
The bright orange sky gives a sense of forebodingPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length90mmAperturef/11Shutter1/500sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 18:43
The bright orange sky gives a sense of foreboding
One glare from the eyes almost knocks us downPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length300mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/80sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 18:28
One glare from the eyes almost knocks us down
Closeup of some body armor. Lots of Warning and Caution signs here. Careful what you touchPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length300mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/30sISO2500Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:13
Closeup of some body armor. Lots of Warning and Caution signs here. Careful what you touch
Is there someone inside this suit of armor?Photo dataCameraNikon D700Focal length112mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/125sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 18:30
Is there someone inside this suit of armor?
Back in the daytime with no-one about, Gundam contemplates scaling the Odaiba Nikko hotelPhoto dataCameraCanon EOS Kiss X2Focal length55mmAperturef/11Shutter1/250sISO200Taken11 Jun 2009, 15:51
Back in the daytime with no-one about, Gundam contemplates scaling the Odaiba Nikko hotel
Earth Federation Space Force EFSFPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length300mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/125sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 18:57
Earth Federation Space Force EFSF
Through the haze and the clouds, Gundam approachesPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length70mmAperturef/8Shutter1/320sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 18:56
Through the haze and the clouds, Gundam approaches
Gundam's head turns to take a closer look at the crowd assembled before him. Are their intentions friendly?Photo dataCameraNikon D700Focal length95mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/125sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:03
Gundam's head turns to take a closer look at the crowd assembled before him. Are their intentions friendly?
Towering above the buildings, the sky alone is on Gundam's eyelinePhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length70mmAperturef/4.5Shutter1/60sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:08
Towering above the buildings, the sky alone is on Gundam's eyeline
'Only Qualified Pesonnel Are Authorized to Service' on this handPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length300mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/25sISO3200Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:23
'Only Qualified Pesonnel Are Authorized to Service' on this hand
WE almost catch a wink from Gundam as we sneak a close-up of his helmetPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length220mmAperturef/5.3Shutter1/50sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:12
We almost catch a wink from Gundam as we sneak a close-up of his helmet
We approach Gundam from below his line of sight, hoping to gain the advantagePhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length70mmAperturef/4.5Shutter1/30sISO1400Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:17
We approach Gundam from below his line of sight, hoping to gain the advantage
DANGER, Fast Moving Door. Not a good idea to hang about near thisPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length300mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/40sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:19
DANGER, Fast Moving Door. Not a good idea to hang about near this
A few people risk being trodden on by Gundam here as they take a photo of his bootsPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length185mmAperturef/5Shutter1/30sISO2000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:21
A few people risking being trodden on by Gundam here as they take a photo of his boots
The sky turns a deep orange and Gundam's eyes flash redPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length98mmAperturef/14Shutter1/500sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 18:39
The sky turns a deep orange and Gundam's eyes flash red
More wonderful engineering in this armorPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length155mmAperturef/5Shutter1/100sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:22
More wonderful engineering in this armor
A green tinge to the armor given off by the Odaiba lightingPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length75mmAperturef/4.5Shutter1/30sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:11
A green tinge to the armor given off by the Odaiba lighting
Catching a glimpse over the tree tops we can see the jet rockets ready for take-offPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length300mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/15sISO3200Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:33
Catching a glimpse over the tree tops we can see the jet rockets ready for take-off
A close examination of the jet power pack shows no problem for flight later this eveningPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length95mmAperturef/4.5Shutter1/30sISO1600Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:22
A close examination of the jet power pack shows no problem for flight later this evening
The crowd marvel at the structure from belowPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length70mmAperturef/4.5Shutter1/40sISO1000Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:22
The crowd marvel at the structure from below
Gundam stands resolute, strong as everPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length75mmAperturef/4.5Shutter1/30sISO1250Taken19 Jul 2009, 19:16
Gundam stands resolute, strong as ever
Gundam, Odaiba
One last one (tried loading this one from my Flickr account, strange how my photo is 80k compressed, flickr make it 280k)

This is my first set of photos I took where I didn't crop or change anything in the photos at all. What you see above is straight out of the camera.

Which is your favorite Gundam photo from above. Please tell me in the comments which one you like and why you liked it.

If you liked these you might also want to see the Gundam Wedding Photos
Gundam watches over the wedding ceremony below

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  1. Ray

    I like them all. Excellent photos'

  2. reesan

    awesome pics shibuya246! best gundam ones i seen so far!

  3. Shibuya246

    Thanks. I was really pleased with how they turned out :)

  4. Shibuya246

    Thank you. It's hard to choose a favorite. I like the orange fireball shots though

  5. Kelb

    Well done. I dont know why but i just cant get enough of the oda78 pictures. I reckon they should even dismantle the tokyo tower and turn 'em into a massive gundam diorama. The giant metal tower thing is so 1990's. :P

  6. Shibuya246

    Pleased to hear you like them. I hope Gundam stays around for a while. His location is really good :)

  7. Shibuya246

    Maybe Gundam could attack Tokyo Tower and then stand in its place xD

  8. whipcracker

    Awesome=Epic Win I bow to you sir! Your photos are the Best buy far of any out there. Your camera captured all of the fine details of the Gundam in every aspect.:D Of all the photos i like the orange fireball shots also, it reminds me of a phoenix rising. @ other photos i like are ; # 19 & 35. Did you get enough responses from people on where to put the Gundam after August? I sent a message on twitter to let folks know about it. Hope it helps;) Well on to the next great article.

  9. Shibuya246

    Thanks for your help. Much appreciated. Not a lot of response so far. The Gundam will be in Odaiba Shiokaze Park until August 31 only

  10. Shibuya246

    It is really good to see Gundam up close :)

  11. IH39

    #19 Is my favorite becuase if I was living in that mansion, I would wake up every morning and see him. I then could join my my hands and say, help me through one more day. Your picture are soooo Amazing, I love them all.

  12. Shibuya246

    Yes, that would be a great place to live :)

  13. Punynari

    Without contest, the best photos I've seen of the Odaiba Gundam.

  14. oweynge

    flickr automatically sharpens the photos you upload, so the size would sometimes increase dramatically!

  15. Dr Kirk

    Magnificent pictures, especially the orange sunset images. Definately the best I've seen online. My wife and I took a long trip across Tokyo to see the Gundam at the start of this month: a must-see.

  16. shibuya246

    Thank you. It is great to hear of how many people were able to go and see the actual Gundam at Odaiba. Good tourist drawcard

  17. chun

    Amazing shots! Me and husband went to see it before it officially opened and it is just a wonderful sight to behold! :)

  18. shibuya246

    ok, good to know. thank you

  19. shibuya246

    Thanks. It is amazing how so many people have gone to see the Gundam at Odaiba. It has been a wonderful tourist attraction for the area and for Tokyo

  20. shibuya246

    Thanks. Much appreciate your comments

  21. PEEVISHGUY

    My cousin had the chance to see it in odaiba!! I WANNA DO THAT TOO!! XD

  22. mcalpine

    Shibuya! I applaud you on such a great selection of photos. I think you captured the energy and imagination of generations of Gundam aficionados the world over! These photos are awesome.

  23. shibuya246

    Thank you. That is really nice of you to say. :)

  24. shibuya246

    Hopefully, they will move the Gundam to a place where more people can continue to see it for a long time.

  25. dans

    Amazing shots. To be able to take a shot that close, which lens did you use ? 200 mm ? 300 mm?

  26. shibuya246

    Thanks. I had a 70-300 mm lens in use. mainly the 300mm end of the lens was getting most use :)

  27. JoaCHIP

    Truely amazing pictures! I gotta go to Odaiba, the next time i go to Japan, and see that thing. Too bad I don't have the money to travel at the moment. Shashin de arigatou gozaimasu.

  28. angelcandy.baby

    this is so awesome! amazing photos!! thank you for sharing with us ^^

  29. Mgr Roger Chung Jaomalaza

    VERY CREATIVE AND MIND EXTENDED.

  30. Sin Chan

    awsome

  31. Chibi Chan

    Sinko,nabung bisa ke jepun lagi gak?

  32. Orius Keren

    kereeen

  33. HK Matborn E Bayron

    wow

  34. Mid Wood

    My kid should love this for sure

  35. Midtown Modern

    I would love to see this in real life!

  36. Midtown Bay

    I would love to see this in real life!

  37. The Florence Residences

    I would love to see this in real life!

  38. Affinity at Serangoon

    I would love to see this in real life!