This giant statue was erected in Kobe 14 years after the Great Hanshin Earthquake, to create a landmark in the severely damaged city. The character represented, the robot Tetsujin-28, has strong connections with the city through its creator,
mangaka Mitsuteru Yokoyama, who was born in Kobe.
The statue represents Tetsujin-28 at a 1:1 scale, having a height of 15.3 meters and weighting 50 tons, making for an impressive sight.
Tetsujin 28 Statue, Wakamatsu Park, Kobe EXIF info:
Nikon D90
Lens: VR 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6G
Focal Length: 20mm
Aperture: F/5.6
Shutter Speed: 1/1000s
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 200