BAPE® and Bandai Namco Unveil Colossal Gundam Statues
Located on the West Bund in Shanghai.
Summary
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A BATHING APE® and BANDAI NAMCO collaborated to create four exclusive Gundam statues for the upcoming BANDAI NAMCO Carnival 2025.
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The statues feature special custom designs by BAPE®, AAPE, BABY MILO®, and APEE, blending mecha history with streetwear aesthetics.
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The four collaborative statues were first displayed at the Shanghai West Bund Dream Center, building anticipation for the main carnival event
A BATHING APE® (BAPE®) has officially joined forces with BANDAI NAMCO to reveal a spectacular global collaboration: four exclusive Gundam statues, making their debut in celebration of the upcoming BANDAI NAMCO Carnival 2025. This partnership sees the iconic Mobile Suits reimagined through the distinct visual language of BAPE and its sister lines.
The project showcases four separate Gundam statues, each custom-designed by one of the brand’s key segments: BAPE®, AAPE, BABY MILO®, and APEE. This collective effort merges the heavyweight legacy of the Gundam franchise with the unmistakable streetwear aesthetic of the BAPE universe, offering a fresh take on the classic mecha design.
To kick off the collaboration, the four massive statues have been strategically placed on the east side of the Shanghai West Bund Dream Center. This location serves as the preliminary launch point for the partnership, building anticipation ahead of the larger BANDAI NAMCO Carnival 2025 event. This creative convergence of Japanese animation history and global street culture is a must-see for fans, confirming the enduring cross-cultural appeal of both BAPE and Gundam.
The exclusive designs and the sheer scale of the statues represent a bold statement in collaborative design. Don’t miss the chance to witness this unique fusion of high-fashion street style and legendary science-fiction heritage.
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