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Osaka Running Man sign to go dark for major upgrade
Osaka's iconic Glico Running Man sign will switch off on Nov 30 for a major redesign by spring 2027.
In brief
Osaka's iconic Glico Running Man sign will switch off on Nov 30 for a major redesign by spring 2027. Osaka's Glico Running Man sign will go dark on November 30 for a major upgrade before returning in spring 2027. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Quick answers
- Why the upgrade?
- The makeover is driven by aging LED components in the current sign that need replacement.
- What is the key takeaway from Osaka Running Man sign to go dark for major upgrade?
- Osaka's Glico Running Man sign will go dark on November 30 for a major upgrade before returning in spring 2027.
Osaka Running Man sign
Osaka's famous Glico Running Man sign will switch off on November 30 for a major upgrade.
First major renovation in over a decade
The sign will undergo its first major renovation in more than a decade before returning in spring 2027.
Ezaki Glico company
Confectionery manufacturer Ezaki Glico, the company behind the sign, confirmed the upgrade will maintain the landmark's figure and pose.
Current sign details
The sixth-generation sign stands 20m tall and 10.38m wide, lighting up Dotonbori since 2014.
LED technology upgrade
The upgrade switches from static neon to dynamic LED displays while keeping the iconic runner pose.
New design timeline
The seventh-generation sign will be unveiled in spring 2027 after the current sign goes dark on November 30.
Why the upgrade?
The makeover is driven by aging LED components in the current sign that need replacement.
Cultural significance
The sign has been part of Osaka's identity since 1935, watched over generations of visitors to Dotonbori.
Last chance for selfies
Visitors will have until November 30 to capture the current sign before it goes dark for the upgrade.
The headline
Osaka's Glico Running Man sign will go dark on November 30 for a major upgrade before returning in spring 2027.
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