About Attack on Titan Museum ANNEX
Located in Hita City, Oita Prefecture, the “Attack on Titan Museum ANNEX” is an expanded facility that allows visitors to experience more deeply the appeal of the globally popular manga “Attack on Titan”. As the name “ANNEX” implies, it is linked to the existing “Attack on Titan Museum,” while taking a different approach to conveying the appeal of the work. ANNEX plays a role in conveying the appeal of the artwork.
The main feature of ANNEX is more interactive exhibits and hands-on events that focus on the story and characters of “Attack on Titann”. Here, visitors can enjoy a full range of interactive exhibits that make full use of the latest digital technology, giving visitors a realistic feeling as if they have entered the world of the work. In particular, the VR experience and the theater with projection mapping allow visitors to experience the power of the Titans and the realistic battles of the characters using the 3D activation device, which is a key attraction for fans.
The ANNEX also features areas that recreate important scenes from the story, including a cityscape under attack by the Titans and a set that mimics the base of the Scout Regiment. These sets have been created with meticulous attention to detail, allowing visitors to immerse themselves deeply in the world of the story while standing in the characters' perspectives. In addition, there are plenty of photo spots where visitors can capture special moments by dressing up in costumes or imitating the poses of the characters.
Another attraction of ANNEX is its extensive exhibits that take a closer look at the creative activities of the original author, Isayama Hajime Isayama. There are exhibits showing the idea sketches that Hajime Isayama drew in the process of creating “Attack on Titan” materials from the early stages of character design, and how the environment in which he grew up in Hita City influenced his work. This allows fans to better understand the background of his works and the message that Hajime Isayama put into them.
In addition, the ANNEX sells special and limited-edition merchandise related to “Attack on Titan” many of which can only be found here. In addition, the museum's cafe area offers menus that reflect the world of the work, allowing fans to taste a part of the work through their meals. For example, sweets with an image of the Titans and drinks themed on the Scout Regiment are unique in that they allow visitors to enjoy the world of “Attack no Titan” not only visually, but also with their taste buds.
For fans of the film, “Attack on Titan Museum ANNEX” is not just a tourist attraction, but a special place where they can immerse themselves in the world of the “Battlestar Giants” and gain a deeper understanding of it. For fans, it offers an experience that can only be experienced in Hita City, and as a facility where they can feel a new connection with the work.