{"product_id":"the-return-of-godzilla-original-release-japanese-movie-poster-1984-extremely-rare-and-massive-premiere-billboard-king-size-c-120-x-180-cm-copy","title":"\"Mothra vs. Godzilla\" (モスラ対ゴジラ), Original Re-Release Japanese Movie Poster 1980, Artwork by Leiji Matsumoto, Extremely Rare and Massive \"KING\" Size Billboard (c. 120 × 180 cm)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"475\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"331\"\u003eMOTHRA VS. GODZILLA (1980 RE-RELEASE) – KING SIZE JAPANESE BILLBOARD POSTER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"334\"\u003eSize: Approx. 120 × 180 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"363\"\u003eCondition: Excellent – as originally issued\u003cbr data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"409\"\u003eArtist: \u003cstrong data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"443\"\u003eLeiji Matsumoto (松本零士)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"446\"\u003eDiscovered in: Mie, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"764\"\u003eWe are delighted to present a truly spectacular piece of kaiju cinema history—an original King Size Japanese billboard poster for \u003cem data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"628\"\u003eMothra vs. Godzilla\u003c\/em\u003e (1980 re-release), featuring artwork by the legendary Leiji Matsumoto, creator of \u003cem data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eSpace Battleship Yamato\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eGalaxy Express 999\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eThis colossal format, measuring approximately 120 × 180 cm, was produced for high-visibility outdoor and cinema lobby advertising, designed to command attention from a distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eKing Size posters were printed in extremely small numbers and used sparingly in prime locations such as major city streets, outside theatres, and transit hubs. Due to their large size, the vast majority were discarded after use, making survivors like this vanishingly rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eThe dynamic artwork here is pure Showa-era spectacle: Matsumoto’s distinctive style brings Godzilla and Mothra to life, locked in mid-battle against a starry cosmic backdrop, with bold 3D-effect red title typography anchoring the composition. The image retains the whimsical charm and high-impact drama of Japanese poster illustration in the late 1970s and early 80s, while paying homage to the film’s original 1964 release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003eThis example was discovered in Mie, carefully stored and never displayed. The colours remain vibrant, the paper strong, and only the original factory folds are present. If framed or linen-backed, these folds can be significantly minimised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003eFor Godzilla and Mothra collectors, King Size billboards are among the most difficult formats to acquire, especially in this condition and from a beloved title. To our knowledge, this is one of only a handful of surviving specimens worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2169\"\u003eIt is over 45 years old!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2285\"\u003eThis poster is in excellent condition. Please refer to the imagery as this is the exact poster that is for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2287\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003eIt is not a reproduction or a reprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2370\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Japan Poster Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55733816000890,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/8859\/4591\/files\/sitting-room-with-corner-shelf-and-chair_2.jpg?v=1754733790","url":"https:\/\/japanposter.co.uk\/products\/the-return-of-godzilla-original-release-japanese-movie-poster-1984-extremely-rare-and-massive-premiere-billboard-king-size-c-120-x-180-cm-copy","provider":"Japan Poster Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}