A comprehensive encyclopedia featuring every monster created by Toho's special effects!
2014 marks the 60th anniversary of Godzilla's birth! Furthermore, on July 25, 2014, the Hollywood-produced film "GODZILLA" will be released in Japan. With the long-awaited release of a Godzilla movie, this summer is sure to be a global Godzilla craze. To coincide with this summer's excitement, the "Toho Special Effects Complete Monster Encyclopedia" will be published as an illustrated encyclopedia that provides a bird's-eye view of all 900 monsters created by Toho, from the original "Godzilla" to the new "GODZILLA."
In addition to star monsters like "Godzilla" and "Mothra," the book also includes lesser-known monsters from Toho's television special effects films, such as "Rainbowman" and "Chouseishin Gransazer." This is the most complete encyclopedia of Toho's special effects monsters, including those from lesser-known films.
Featuring a wealth of photos and information, including film commentary, monster characteristics, alien flying saucers, and even their human forms, this book is packed with content that will satisfy even the most discerning fan. The pages are organized in production order, so you can learn about Toho's 60-year history of special effects just by starting from the beginning.
This is a luxurious "adult encyclopedia" dedicated to all monster enthusiasts.
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The first edition comes with three special bonuses: a "Complete Monster Encyclopedia Clear File," a "Godzilla Movie Poster Sticker," and a "3 Great Monster 3D Block."
The "3 Great Monster 3D Block" is a perfect reproduction of the supplement that came with the 1992 magazine "Shogaku Ichinensei." Enjoy these paper crafts of Godzilla, Mothra, and Battra!
