G-ROSSO Super Sentai stage show guide (7/2023)
Theatre G-Rosso is located within the theme park Tokyo Dome City. The theme park had a long history of Hero Shows running back to the 70s. The theatre was established in 2009 as a permanent indoor stage. There are 4 seasons each year with showings on weekends and holidays. Suidobashi station is a little closer than Korakuen/Kasuga subway. I visited it for the first time in July 2023.
Ticketing
Seats
Post-show activities
Merch
Review
TICKETING
G-rosso ticketing depends on which seasons really. Tickets should be plentiful for the first two seasons, especially S2/August when they show every day. S3 and S4 with the face actors might be harder but the show runs for 3 months too so it should be possible.
ticket types + availibility / show schedule
There are three classes of G-rosso tickets (single adult admission) :
Premium (¥2500): first 3 rows + special gift
General (¥1900): rest of the theatre
Free Seating (¥1500): same-day showings for the last 5 rows at the end of the theatre. cash only, vending machine at the door.
You can of course book online through a proxy (bypassing japanse phone verification) but I think you can save that fee especially if you're staying for more than a week in Japan. For S2, I was able to buy the last Premium ticket for the next day (Saturday), and there were enough general seats available. Can't say for sure the same applies to S3/4 with face actors. As a foreigner, the most convenient way is to buy a ticket is from the convenience store Family Mart. Find any store with the photocopier-looking machine and follow the instructions to choose the show times and pricing, pay with cash at the counter and the staff will print you a paper ticket. same go for photo ops and handshake.
(Free Seating vending machine, photo ops ticket)
CHOOSING A SEAT
The theatre is two stories high and you can see the seating plan here. I was in the third row mid-right. What surprised me was how close to the stage the first rows are, barely an arm's distance. At one point Kuwagata Ohger leaned on the railing of the first row. The actors would also walk up to interact with the audience.
I think if you want to enjoy the whole stage and not aiming at the special gift, you can skip the Premium ticket and get a few rows further back. Another recommended seat is Row L just between the two blocks. That's where Spider Kumonos descends UPSIDE DOWN from the sky right in front of your eyes.
If for some reason you g-rosso on a whim / sneaked it into the schedule, the free entry ticket is available only at the vending machine on-site with cash. It's designated to the last rows but staff aren't strict on you moving if the theatre is not crowded.
(view from middle block)
PHOTO OPS & HANDSHAKE
as you'd've seen in commercials, you can pay extra to take a photo (with red only!) (¥1100) and shake hands (with all six) of the heroes (¥600) after the show. The tickets for those are available prior online and in convenience stores too, but if you ask the staff, they'll let you buy one with cash on an old-fashioned vending machine. Since it's my first time attending G-rosso, I did the whole package with birthday perks (no id checked).
A new backstage tour is available since August. Lottery ticketing required.
(merch haul)
MERCH
The most iconic G-rosso exclusive merch is probably the hero hand light. I didn't really see a lot of kids holding it so I kinda forgot about it in the rush. the other true exclusive is a wooden plaque gashapon machine (¥300). There were booths for name badges for kids and you can get a bromide for ¥440. There was a cart selling DX toys and plushies. The special stuff is some toei online store acrylic stands, the muffler towel, cup and plate. Outside you'd find the food stall with collab items like popcorns and drinks with an original coaster.
(Collab menu with coasters, Exclusive wood plaque)
(kids play area, past hero show posters)
REVIEW
As a kid's show the japanese won't be too difficult but I was so captivated by the action I wasn't really listening to the words. The plot is easy enough to follow though, and the website says an English pamphlet is available for borrowing (but I forgot to ask). It feels so professional compared to park stage shows but so tangible compared to tv. They make good use of the space with an under-stage pit/trampoline and the high ceiling with platforms and wires. my eyes were busy darting when the action was in one corner and then next. childhood wonder!!
leaving the theatre is a row of gashapon machines and a kids' play area with all the DX toys (:( no adults) and when you go up the escalator, on the side of the theatre entrance is a wall of pass hero show posters!
(i barely have any coherent notes about this) the plot is there's a cicada MOTW and he is brainwashed to make the earth's temperature rise and make evil clones of the team. Rita, raised in the land of snow, is bad at heat and went to sit in a corner and covered their head with the mantle. When facing their/Gira's evil clone, they said 'i'll just cut down both of them'. My notes said 'someday Rita is even gonna plead innocence for the bugs'. six of them roll call together with jeramie!! i was watching papillon-sama's fight style the whole time. and there were trampolines and flips and cartwheels and white spider man falling from the sky while the digital background zooms in and out and legit tears when we started cheering for the heroes. it's an experience okay.
(outside the theatre)
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2023 Year In Review
2023 was a great year for Tamagotchi, which included the first ever simultaneous global release of the new Tamagotchi Uni! We’ve seen a record number of Tamagotchi products, collaborations, events, and so much more. Let’s take a look back and see what made 2023 so special!
01/19/2023
Bandai Japan Announces Tamagotchi x Sanrio Gashapon Keychain Charms
More Gashapon love to kickoff 2023! The Tamagotchi x Sanrio Gashapon charms were adorable, and wildly successful, following the launch of the Tamagotchi Smart Sanrio TamaSma Card.
02/01/2023
Bandai Namco US Announces Garden Poppies, Memphis Style, & Tama Universe Tamagotchi Original Shells
New shells announced for spring 2023! These three new shells were adorable, and you know we just love the Memphis Style shell. Scheduled release of March 12th, 2023!
02/09/2023
Bandai Namco US Announces Jurassic Park Tamagotchi Preorders
Following the Bandai Japan announcement of the Jurassic World Tamagotchi in late 2022, Bandai Namco US announces a slightly different (by shell and packaging only) Jurassic Park Tamagotchi with a release date of February 6th, 2023.
02/13/2023
Supreme Previews Spring Summer 2023 Collection, Includes Supreme Tamagotchi
This was a big deal! Supreme, the popular streetwear brand announced the Supreme Tamagotchi in their Spring Summer 2023 collection. These were produced in limited quantities and were only available for an initial drop.
02/16/2023
Bandai Premium Japan Announces “Chara Timer Tamagotchi” Tamagotchi Timer”
Bring some Tamagotchi to the kitchen! The latest accessory announced by Bandai, modeled after the 1996 Tamagotchi original P1 blue clock shell, and helping Tamagotchi fans not burn their cookies in the oven.
02/23/2023
American Girl Reveals Tamagotchi for 90’s Themed Accessory Pack
Cute collaboration with the iconic American Girl Doll brand! The 90’s accessory pack available for purchase includes a miniature P1 Tamagotchi Original with a lenticular screen featuring Mametchi.
02/28/2023
Bandai Japan Debuts Tamagotchi LINE Theme & Animated Emojis!
Elevate your LINE messaging with new Tamagotchi theme and stickers. These feature original Tamagotchi graphics from the P1 and P2 dating back to 1996, and 1997 respectively.
03/31/2023
Bandai Namco US Announces Tokyo Revengers Tamagotchi
Another collaboration makes its easy over to North America. Bandai Namco US announces the Tokyo Revengers Tamagotchi, and Hug My Tamagotchi sets. Release date was set for May 23rd, 2023.
04/02/2023
Bandai Namco US Announces Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Tamagotchi
Just recently released in Japan, and now officially announced by Bandai Namco US! Preorders were listed on Amazon with a release date of July 6th, 2023.
04/25/2023
Bandai Namco US & Japan Simultaneously Announce Harry Potter Wizarding World Tamagotchi
Love a synchronized announcement. The two announced the Harry Potter Tamagotchi, featuring two shells, unique programing, and more. Official release date set for July 15th, 2023.
05/16/2023
Bandai Namco US is Looking for Licensing Partner for Lifestyle Consumer Products
Bandai Namco US needs some help! That’s right, Bandai Namco US attended the 2023 Las Vegas Licensing Expo looking for a licensing partner to develop Tamagotchi licensed products which would include apparel, accessories, stationary, food, and more! We’re still waiting to see how this comes to fruition. Fingers crossed.
05/17/2023
Bandai Namco US Announces New Tamagotchi Original Shells for Summer
New Season, new shells. Bandai Namco US announces three new Tamagotchi Original shells, Kuchipatchi Comic Book, Berry Delicious, and Starry Shower. Starry Shower instantly became a fan favorite. Official release date set for June 28th, 2023.
05/24/2023
Bandai Gashapon Ringcolle! Tamagotchi Rings
Put a ring on it! If you’re going to propose to us, it better be with one of these rings. Bandai Gashapon announces Gashapon Ringcolle which are shaped and designed like the original Tamagotchi from 1996 and 1997! These would be available in Japan nationwide September 2023.
05/27/2023
Bandai UK, Spain, France, Mexico, United States, & South Korea Tease Tamagotchi Announcement on June 6th, 2023
We will NEVER forget seeing this video for the first time, and the excitement it brought to us. We can still feel it EVERY time we watch this video. Bandai officially teases the next Tamagotchi, and by the looks of it from the high quality teaser video, it’s about to be a global release. If we only knew then what we knew now. What an INCREDIBLE time in Tamagotchi history. Marketing efforts 10/10. We buckled up for a very fun, and busy Tamagotchi summer.
05/31/2023
Bandai Japan Announces FRGMT Edition Tamagotchi Original
Another collaboration with a streetwear brand, this time it’s FRGMT! This shell is unique in all-black, white accents, and the FRGMT logo at the top. P1 programming, available in limited quantities only via a lottery! Winners received their delivers in September 2023.
06/01/2023
Bandai Gashapon Reveals Tamagotchi Plus Series Charms
Starting off June right! Bandai announces Tamagotchi Plus Series Charms, which would soon prove to be a fan favorite, and give us all more hope for a Tamagotchi Connection re-release soon. These were released the third week of June 2023 in Japan nationwide. They would later be released outside of Japan, including the United States.
06/01/2023
Bandai Globally Announces Tamagotchi Uni!
The moment we were all awaiting for. Around 3:00AM EST Bandai globally announced the Tamagotchi Uni, the next generation Tamagotchi featuring wi-fi connectivity, the Tamaverse, and much more with a global release too. This was an ICONIC moment for the Tamagotchi community to witness, and we will never forget the initial excitement for the announcement, we even stayed up late watching the website go down for maintenance, and then woke up super early to write about the announcement.
06/12/2023
Bandai Spain Kicks off World Tamagotchi Tour with Tamagotchi Uni Launch Party in Madrid
As a part of the World Tamagotchi Tour, Bandai Spain kicks off the tour with a launch party in Madrid! The event was open to the public, and featured a musical performance by Twin Melody, contests to win the new Tamagotchi Original, and more!
06/20/2023
Bandai Namco US Announces Limited Edition Star Wars Grogu Mandalorian Armor Tamagotchi
New shell alert! Following the success of the Gorgu Tamagotchi, Bandai Namco US announces a limited edition shell that comes in a commemorative display case. WIth only 1,500 units produced, they were only available at select events, including San Diego Comic-Con 2023, and New York Comic-Con 2023.
06/29/2023
Inside the NYC Tamagotchi Uni Launch Party
We were invited to the Tamagotchi Uni launch party in New York City to preview the new Tamagotchi Uni, and meet the newest member of the Tama Family, Charli D’Amelio! The party did NOT disappoint, every detail was perfect, the food and drinks were delicious, and the event was packed with influencers, the media, and some very important people, including Tara Badie, Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America, Senior Director Brand Strategy.
07/01/2023
Bandai Japan Reveals Tamagotchi Uni Commercial
We were thinking “where’s the commercial” for a while since the official announcement, and it’s here! Bandai Japan finally reveals the television commercial that will be airing nationwide in Japan to advertise the new Tamagotchi Uni.
07/03/2023
Bandai Gashapon Reveals Tamagotchi Kuruntote Bags
More Gashapon love! Bandai Gashapon partners up with Kuruntote to deliver Tamagotchi branded reusable bags that are delivered in a Gashapon capsule. How awesome? Officially released nationwide in Japan the fourth week of July 2023.
07/17/2023
Bandai Japan Announces Usada Pakora Tamagotchi
The next collaboration! Bandai Japan announces the collaboration with VTuber Usada Pakora Tamagotchi. Two shell designs, 3 mini games, secrets characters and more. Oh, did we mention plushes and Hug My Tamagotchi sets? Official release was set for December 2023.
08/23/2023
Bandai Namco US Announces Fall 2023 Tamagotchi Original Shells
Neon Lights, Milk and Cookies, and Pastel Marble Tamagotchi Original shells are officially announced! The Pastel Marble Tamagotchi Original shell was originally spotted at the Tamagotchi Uni Launch party in NYC. Official Release set for October 4th, 2023.
10/10/2023
Bandai Unveils Tamagotchi Uni in Blue!
You wanted another shell, and you got it! Bandai globally announces the Tamagotchi Uni in blue. Same programming as the pink and purple, but this time, in a gorgeous blue color. Official release set for Tamagotchi’s birthday, November 23rd, 2023!
11/04/2023
Bandai Japan Announces Tamagotchi Gummies with Die Cut Stickers & Download Code!
Candyman! Bandai Japan announces their venture into delicious candy gummies. Two flavors (muscat and lemon) and shapes of Mametchi, Kuchipatchi, Oyajitchi, Ginjirotchi, and Masktchi along with one of 14 different Tamagotchi stickers. Oh, did we mention a cute fruit hat Tamagotchi Uni download code? Officially released nationwide in Japan on November 20th, 2023.
11/09/2023
Bandai Namco US Announces Winter 2024 Tamagotchi Original Shells
To wrap up the year, new Tamagotchi Original shells are announced. Pochitchi Comic Book, Lots of Love, and Pure Honey are all set to grace the retail shelves on January 7th, 2024!
11/16/2023
Details for Shibuya 109’s Tamagotchi 27th Birthday Pop-Up Event Released!
To celebrate the 27th birthday of Tamagotchi, Shibuya 109 went all out! Not only were they featured in the Tamagotchi Uni teaser video, but they hosted a pop-up event which featured convention exclusive Tamagotchi Original shells, Tamagotchi Uni, a Tamagotchi disposable camera, Tama Stickers, a Mamethci appearance, and new Tamagotchi’s decorating the iconic Shibuya 109 building in Japan!
01/23/2023
Bandai Namco US Announces Tamagotchi Original Celebration Y3K
To commemorative the 27th birthday of Tamagotchi, Bandai Namco US announces the Tamagotchi Original Celebration Y3K shell which is the first to feature a translucent cover case which will keep the unique blue translucent shell safe! Official release date set for February 8th, 2024.
12/01/2023
Bandai Gashapon Reveals Tamagotchi Clear Rubber Coasters
Even more creative Tamagotchi Gashapon’s! This time, it’s all about your drink, these rubber coasters are the first flat Tamagotchi Gashapon. Available in 5 different shell designs, they’ll keep your furniture safe while also making your drink long stylish!
12/12/2023
Bandai Namco Mobile Announces Tamagotchi Adventure Kingdom Apple Arcade Game
We cannot wait for the official release on January 4th, 2024! Bandai Namco US Mobile announces a whole new Tamagotchi game for your iOS device, it appears to feature lots of missions, adorable graphics, characters, and much more.
12/23/2023
Tamagotchi Date Stamps Now Available at Japan Post Office Online Shop
Elevate your letters with new Tamagotchi date stamps! These date stamps are available for preordering right on the Japan Post website, and come in 17 different styles, adjustable dates and colors based on your ink pad. They’ll ship starting on March 29th, 2024.
12/27/2023
Bandai Japan Decorates HQ Window Display for New Years 2023
Ending the year right. Bandai Japan decorates headquarters with an impressive Tamagotchi display featuring all Tamagotchi characters surrounding a Tamagotchi Original P1 blue clock shell for the celebration of the new year. Something tells us that 2024 is going to be an AMAZING year for Tamagotchi!
12/30/2023
Bandai Japan Schedules My M!X Land Shutdown
With good comes some bad. Bandai Japan announces the official shutdown of the official website that interacts with the Tamagotchi M!X released back in 2016. My M!X Land is set to be shutdown on March 29th, 2024.
2023 was an AMAZING year Tamagotchi. The biggest highlight was the announcement and simultaneous global release of the Tamagotchi Uni. Personally our favorite memory was attending the Tamagotchi Uni launch party in New York City this summer.
We couldn’t imagine celebrating Tamagotchi without our amazing fans. We are looking forward to an even better 2024, so stay tuned to Tama-Palace for the latest and greatest Tamagotchi news. Happy New Year!
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