Source: News on Japan, TBS
TONIGHT ON COPS…. IT’S GODZILLA????
That’s right, Godzilla became an honorary Chief of Police this week, (specifically on March 18), joining the Tokyo Metropolitan’s Police Department as part of the Spring National Traffic Safety Campaign. This was to raise awareness of traffic safety, as according to News on Japan, “approximately 43% of the traffic accidents involving personal injury last year involved bicycles”. Police Chief Masakazu Ito also stated to News on Japan, “We will continue to provide traffic safety education for cyclists and enforce regulations for those who violate traffic laws.”
The event saw Godzilla appear alongside officers, police motorcycles, and surprisingly, even the department’s own band, patrolling the streets in an epic parade. Godzilla was played by an unknown suit actor in one of Toho’s appearance suits. Godzilla also helped raise awareness of bicycle safety by taking part in a quiz alongside children in attendance.
What a great way for kids to learn about safety and traffic rules. Godzilla is here to teach us all important lessons, even real life ones!
