Godzilla Themes 🦖 Japanese Military Band at JSDF Marching Festival 2017

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1. "Godzilla Title" from "Shin Godzilla"
2. "Operation Yashiori" ("Invasion of Astro-Monster" March) from "Shin Godzilla"
3. "Triumphal March" from "Aida"
Performed by the Japan Self-Defense Force Band.
At the Japan Self-Defense Forces Marching Festival 2017 (07/14)
On November 17, 2017 at Nippon Budokan, Tokyo.
Video recorder: Canon iVIS HF G21
Sound recorder: TASCAM DR-05

[@davidh9844]

Godzilla is SO much more than a little man stuffed into a lizard suit with a visible zipper on the back! You have to see it from the Japanese standpoint to truly appreciate the wonder of the Big Guy.

[@the4thtomato138]

Yep

[@sincereeastman6972]

Trust me I keep trying to tell my family, they refuse to learn

[@the4thtomato138]

@@sincereeastman6972 GODZILLA IS A HUGE PART OF CULTURE!!!!!!!!!

[@davidh9844]

@@sincereeastman6972 The original Godzilla - the Raymond Burr version, sans Raymond Burr, is available on DVD. It's in Japanese with subtitles. Anyone who has seen the original will recognize it in an instant. The story line however is completely different. Hard to believe, but true. The big guy is symbolic of American wartime brutality, a mass murderer, and the Japanese protagonists represent Bushida nobility at its best in the face of calamity. In the end, Japan conquers the aggressor, at great sacrifice to Japan. Within 10 years, the big guy has transformed into a bumbling hero, a protector of Japan, although he makes a huge mess of it as he does so. Who the bad guys represent, well, that's another lesson for another day.

[@cupcaketf223]

Thank you toho and legendary for the godzilla movies!

[@teamnoob52]

Fighting giant monsters is a JSDF tradition!

[@alvianekka80]

Is that GATE reference?

[@teamnoob52]

@@alvianekka80 Yes

[@tomschrade7103]

and getting their asses kicked by those monsters every single time is also a JSDF tradition!

[@Immortal-Daiki]

Haha and experience. They’ve been fighting Godzilla since 1953

[@sebastiancaceres6137]

@@tomschrade7103 well, they succeeded on killing godzilla on 2 times, and they also killed rodan once, sometimes they really do a good job xD

[@AlyssaGojiGeek101]

This is absolutely epic. I remember wanting my high school band to perform a Godzilla song, as they had performed Star Wars and Indiana Jones. But seeing the Japanese military perform these glorious pieces? Well, I feel a bit better. I love that the world is starting to wake up and live again...with the knowledge that Godzilla truly IS awesome!

[@jetenza2434]

Hell yeh considering Godzilla came way before Stars Wars and Indiana Jones. It is a legend of the film industry especially from Japan who always had the cool original ideas. It must have been awesome hearing this live. I wished I was there.

[@rahmanmoncatar9675]

Isnt it ironic that the japanese military uses a theme from a movie franchise were there defending the country from a giant radioactive lizard????????

[@C29Chris]

It’s fucking awesome is what it is lol

[@rahmanmoncatar9675]

@@C29Chris ikr

[@gsamalot]

JSDF really like godzilla after all they get portrayed in the movies all the time, and even got their own theme song out of it

[@blankmantm2501]

If anything, I think it'd be ironic because it's the theme that plays when they get decimated (at least in the 1954 original)

[@derfymen6537]

He's not a lizard.

[@cwulfe1]

If the JSDF hasn't adopted this theme as THEIR march, they should!

[@lizardfrogjax]

1:41 My favorite part, I've been wanting to play this in my school band ( I'm a trumpet) FOR SO LONG! If anyone could provide at least a little sheet music, I'd be very thankful. Anyways I LOVED IT!

[@The_Pursuer]

I showed this to my pet lizard now he’s godzilla

[@andrewchin6211]

I showed this to my pet bird and now he's Rodan!

[@biz3678]

i showed this to my plant and now shes Biollante

[@Aziruf]

I showed this to the moth in my closet, now it’s mothra!

[@mykzmedz9853]

I showed this to my two robot toys and now they Mecha Godzilla and Kiryu

[@The_Pursuer]

Thx for likes!

[@demondefiant6346]

We’ve only discovered 7% of the ocean. Who's to say Godzilla doesn't exist?

[@keiko1579]

True

[@albertryan3696]

Cameron went down to the Mariana trench, and Goji wasn't there, fortunately for him. :)

[@Aziruf]

because he was invented by people smh smh smh

[@TheMrPeteChannel]

I'm pretty sure we'd find a near 500 foot lizard by now ( nose to tail )

[@davidh9844]

I've been to Komodo Island in Indonesia. Believe me, Godzilla exists!

[@ronjodway3521]

So good... This theme live must have been felt awesome... AND hear the Godzilla roar?! Chills up and down my spine...

[@berettagunowner]

Godzilla is an absolute Japanese icon!

[@dsh582]

*world icon

[@nembutalfaye]

imagine being the composer , the last thing you’d expect is for your OWN COUNTRY to use your music to represent their military force

[@syncde_]

akira ikufube must be proud, he made i think literally all the ost for showa till heisei

[@itsharibonph]

Yeah its not like the composer made a song for the IJA

[@almontemcclendon661]

Especially when that music is usually played while a monster destroys your own country

[@trinitynguyen-su8wh]

Well I mean it’s better than your own movie creation become a police officer for a day

[@johannabailey1035]

Wow I am impressed considering the fact that they practically nailed every beat from GODZILLA and I am and always be a fan of GODZILLA I mean I like KONG too but this here.....WOW and DOUBLE WOW....good job guys

[@TroopasHHR]

whoever disliked has no taste in music whatsoever

[@masonf7332]

troopas ur both wrong: it was King Ghidorah, all 3 Mecha Godzillas, Destroyah, Gigan, Biollante, SpaceGodzilla, Megaguirus, Megalon, King Kong, Hedorah, and Monster X

[@thenorthstarsamurai]

China mad that they didn’t made Godzilla first and tried to knock it off but failed

[@Subutai285]

@@masonf7332 wrong

[@Malick-ix9io]

Or they don't know they're out of tune.

[@deadmoon9784]

1:42 ah the sound of approaching failure

[@ihavethehighground8697]

But at least the failure starts off cool

[@trinitynguyen-su8wh]

Alas, the immediate noise of the rapidly approaching sense of disappointment

[@GojiAnguirus]

I laughed so hard at this comment that I actually teared up. It's one of those "If you know, you know" type comments. Sometimes I actually come back to this video just for this comment.

[@schmeatgaming853]

​@@GojiAnguirus what's it about?

[@GojiAnguirus]

​@@schmeatgaming853Not trying to be a smart ass, but have you watched many Godzilla movies? If you have, have you paid attention to the music?

[@tadecker82]

I wish the "Frigate March" should be the JSDF official anthem. Although used in a fictional world, it's still a world where a proud nation is still brave enough to fight and die against all odds. That song makes me feel as much pride for Japan, as the Star Spangled Banner makes me feel for my own home...and PRIDE is the fundamental foundation for any nation's people. The Japanese certainly deserve that pride. I just wish that my own country would let them have it, and stop treating them like post-war pets.

[@eybaza6018]

especially considering the threat of china next door, especially for japan.

[@Hanzzaki]

look at battotai and realize there is no need, trust me ;D

[@godziller7136]

It's cool to see how much Japan loves Shin. If that isn't a good movie then I don't know what is.

[@godzillaplays2850]

God ziller YOU TAKE THAT BACK SHIN GODZILLA IS AWSOME

[@godziller7136]

Godzillaplays 2 I think you missread my comment.

[@godzillaplays2850]

God ziller oh yeah your right it's 3:15 AM and my reading is wacky

[@godziller7136]

Godzillaplays 2 it's cool

[@realkingbacon1163]

It’s bad you don’t even see godzilla that much. I’m disappointed I couldn’t wait for A BAD MOVIE?

[@jimquann2400]

I LOVE HOW THE Godzilla movies made the JSDF LOOK BRAVE and STRONG!!! STILL DO!!!!

[@alduin9694]

This should be the national anthem of japan 🇯🇵.

[@J-Man_2004]

Agreed

[@Allenryan819]

Fact

[@jwiems9483]

Should be the anthem of the world! Long live the king!

[@rosemariegutierrez4173]

1:41 should be the anthem

[@chong8988]

i think it should be the national anthem for every country

[@sbarr10]

I think Akira Ifukube's music for the original Godzilla is just as distinctive as John Williams' music for Jaws. Totally 💗 seeing a Japanese band go all in.

[@squardzilla8043]

Did anyone notice how on the beginning with the foot steps the lights fade from red to purple just like shin godzilla when he uses his atomic breath

[@kouseiarima1775]

This is why japan is cool

[@nacidocoqui]

1:41 das my jam!

[@Magnus_Caramelo_55]

nacidocoqui Le paradrops with a Type 10 Hitomaru

[@rosemariegutierrez4173]

Me too

[@TheMrPeteChannel]

It's every branch of the Japanese Defense Forces playing!

[@robertvanderkruk6577]

Great bands! 👌👍Greating from the Netherlands. 🇾🇪

[@hyperborea8511]

That Yemen's flag

[@jetenza2434]

These Iconic Godzilla Compositions to me are like an Anthem. 1:41 The Frigate March or Yashiori Strategy March is my favourite!!!!

[@camilamsms1]

Japan is the best it has so many things that don't exists in the world

[@正典高井]

タイトルにシンゴジラより、ヤシオリ作戦とありますが、怪獣大戦争マーチは、ヤシオリ作戦で、流れた曲では、ありません。ヤシオリ作戦で流れた曲は、宇宙大戦争マーチで、もちろん同じ伊福部さんの作曲です。 自衛隊の方は、人づてに聞いただけだから、間違えられたのでしょうね。

[@jshtv7195]

wait did they just played the phillipine graduation song?

[@howelldale2588]

It's called Triumphal March its from Aida a play and that piece was composed by Verdi.

[@Spartan_Mirai-330]

JSDF did this omg i realized godzilla can emerge anytime

[@reduxmidasbrother7679]

1:41 Japan vs China. Japan will eventually win with this music. Godzilla vs Covid

[@the4thtomato138]

Even if they don't, mechagodzilla, M.O.G.U.E.R.A and the 3 super X's, not to mention the hundreds of maser tanks are always at the ready! (don't forget garuda!)

[@koishiandhat159]

@@the4thtomato138 it's kiryu not mechagodzilla

[@the4thtomato138]

@@koishiandhat159 Im sorry was the original showa mechagodzilla Kiryu? was the heisei super mechagodzilla Kiryu?

[@koishiandhat159]

@@the4thtomato138 the original mechagodzilla was a robot built by aliens but kiryu is built by humans

[@koishiandhat159]

@@the4thtomato138 also if I remember correctly there are currently four mechagodzillas and 3 of them are alien made or aliens helped. kiryu is built by humans

[@dwiggs314]

At 1:03 that is one of the MOST iconic monster roars and theme of approaching failure of the military!

[@vicg5323]

Awesome. The military was always part of each movie.

[@jordangreen2845]

"a living nuclear weapon destined to walk the earth forever, indestructible, a victim of the modern nuclear age"-Makato Hayashida( The Return Of Godzilla, 1984)

[@Kenichima31]

The best orchestra in japan, JSDF

[@Danplays3000]

Marching band 🤓

[@cagusvonson178]

fight with giant monster is the triditional of JSDF ~XD

[@tomdemerly]

Absolutely awesome!

[@jetcarddude]

This should be Japans new national anthem!!!! Its so awesome!

[@reduxmidasbrother7679]

Japan has a peaceful anthem they shall keep it in honour of the Emperor.

[@alfredosantanabarrientos6580]

Better makeit the JSDF oficial march...

[@redefined4657]

Hold on.. This is a marketing for the movie or the real army?

[@goldgamercommenting2990]

The army that fought Godzilla all these years now finally payed tribute to their king WELL DONE JSDF

[@pancytryna9378]

The song known as Godzilla's march was originally belonging to the JSDF As did the frigate march which latter briefly became theme for Ghidorah

[@imbouttashowyoumycaillou-k541]

One of the best national anthems

[@66776970]

The footsteps sounds in 0:00 make me think Godzilla is coming!

[@kingdeath6460]

This is the best song ever

[@khfan4life365]

The Godzilla roar gave me chills.

[@Jicc5665]

no se si el segundo tema sea parte de la banda militar de japon pero si la escuchaba en las pelis de codzilla y siempre se veia q los militares costruian trampas . salian tanqes aviones era bien loco ..como una guerra y disparaban contra los mounstruos

[@elamigodegodzilla7661]

estos sonidos son hermosos😚 y también de calidad👌

[@williamsmith4414]

The King of all Monsters

[@haziqanaqi4100]

Im here for Godzilla.. XD

[@nicholaslienandjaja1815]

Cue Godzilla, Anguirus, Mothra, Rodan, and Jet Jaguar fighting against King Ghidorah, Gigan, Megalon, Orga, and Hedorah. Then, SpaceGodzilla comes down from the sky to challenge them as he summons crystals. Then, the scene cuts to Skull Island as another monster king awakens from his slumber. He roars as he beats his chest. And then, another scene in a hidden lab. A familiar mechanical kaiju awakens. GODZILLA VS. KONG: THE GAME: COMING SOON

[@nicholaslienandjaja1815]

And for the second trailer, there are scenes depicting MUTO, Scylla, Methuselah, and Behemoth awakening from their hibernation.

[@champgonzaga1192]

1:37 When your dad is a military soldier then your dad came back then your happy

[@itzjustinhere]

Once you hear this theme you know its gonna be a massacare for godzilla

[@Mr.DalekLK]

Only Japan godzilla !

[@grot7x603]

Amerykańska "legendarna" też może być ;-)

[@robertrootes]

Absolutely kick ass!

[@zzygyy]

Great tohear this theme in Godzilla minus one

[@GunterThePenguinHatesHugs]

I love that it's the JSDF playing this 😂

[@gadzooki7162]

I really don't know why people hate shin godzilla! It can't be the music. It's too great! It can't be the story either. If the Japanese didn't made the godzilla we wouldn't see this! Can't we just stop fighting over godzilla and appreciate it?

[@SHE3N]

There's two big reasons why a lot of people don't like shin 1. The humans. 2. They prefer monsterverse, because there is more action. Honestly i prefer shin goji bcuz he's cool and i like the story, musics and the SJHU colaboration thing (Sorry for bad english)

[@tomkutz2830]

The Japanese military even in the 1980s terrified a ww2 vet I had for a teacher, he said best soldiers and never quit doubted they have changed

[@ahrontanalas4152]

the dislikes are one sooo jealous toxic fan

[@metamajdi6358]

Kong fan duh

[@ahrontanalas4152]

@@metamajdi6358 not a kong fan boi im a godzilla fan kong fan are just toxic as their faces look

[@trinitynguyen-su8wh]

Bro I swear Japan will make anything related to Godzilla when they have the chance, like anything He was a goddamn fútbol player

[@refriedboogie]

Kaiju defense force

[@yuumetal2363]

I want Godzilla (1984) 22 - Self Defense Forces at Mihara was included

[@ArminArlertJosephJoestar1999]

1:41 i wish that could be anthem of japan 🗾 🇯🇵

[@Davidyucramita098]

1:40 it's me going to school in the pandemic

[@hogheadone]

THE GODZILLA THEME IS UNSTOPPABLE FORCE!!!

[@camilamsms1]

Also they have about 4 days to practise for the movie songs it's just AMAZING

[@Vaeleagle]

Ahhh japanese march music.. the King of Monster March

[@scottsmith491]

Outstanding, absolutely outstanding!! Who ever put this together deserves a promotion !!

[@Soir27]

I think im one of the only ones who like shin gojira just because i understand the dept of the story of japan and humanity JAPAN IS THE MAIN CHARACTER PEOPLE almost only a few people will understand this it doesnt need some crap characters it just need godzilla destruction and a powerful story everyone keeps saying the lesson or sotry behind 2014 gooder you know what? I DONT SEE IT i just see a godzilla and thats it like in my opinion zilla 1998 has a better dept and story into it almost like the same from 2016 this people is why 2016 is actually a good movie not a bad one well that concludes my comment

[@train_go_boom2065]

I like it too, better than 2014, but its like the 1954 original.

[@imbouttashowyoumycaillou-k541]

Fucking cool

[@Dragontrumpetare]

THis was great. :-)

[@JeffManuel_Gaming]

Shim godzilla

[@HerrGoofball]

"Sure your theme is cool, but did a country's military band play it?"

[@petepirahna837]

GODZILLA THE KING OF THE MONSTERS

[@rubenstatsu2885]

This is fantastic.

[@claraakosi2808]

Thats the year when harou nakajima died right? RIP Harou Nakajima

[@nilocalayag4387]

This was the best performance i ever seen

[@marcusharjo8081]

I bet Godzilla is a OU Sooner fan. Get him down here.

[@T3nMiDGET5711]

Minilla

[@brianboisguilbert6985]

The Scrappy Do of Kaiju

[@cupcaketf223]

@@brianboisguilbert6985 Yeah, godzilla.jr is better.

[@liu6726910]

自衛隊面對酷斯拉都是打醬油跑龍套

[@stormwolfgames6636]

hahha as most other people I was here for 1:39. Beautiful shit.

[@shibatsun]

自衛隊は海外遠征でゴジラのテーマやったら良いと思う

[@neuroshock23]

GODZILLA FOREVER!!

[@PlasmaPhi]

Frigate March aka Kishi Mai

[@bndhidorahonewhismany6436]

Akira Ifukube would be proud.

[@elreydanny0227]

0:28

[@igorfranciscodasilva4276]

Long live King Godzilla

[@xavierjordan-t8e]

Yeah!

[@nicholaslienandjaja1815]

King Godzilla and Queen Mothra

[@Subutai285]

ye boi

[@TANKTREAD]

Wow, not one comment about the awesome talents of Japanese composer Akira Ifukube (without him, this concert would have not been possible). For shame Gojira fans, for shame..

[@makanakimakanaki8140]

Mmm

[@CarGuy77]

I Need my school to make a band so that the first thing we could perform is this

[@xavierjordan-t8e]

Wow. So good.

[@eiii5843]

Glorious military adaptation. Abe solidified a worrier soul as well.

[@diragarcia4921]

Is too epic

[@Magnus_Caramelo_55]

1:40 best part

[@Tiansen05]

Ed Skyblu Soartail A.K.A. Skyblu1022 the roar or the military march?

[@Magnus_Caramelo_55]

Tiansen05 Military march

[@justpurplegaming2049]

Please rise for our National anthem

[@gamer9462]

I'm in tears cause I know i'll never get to see or hear a proformance like this.

[@Messirve428]

The song of invasion of astro monsters is GOOD!

[@URangryX]

This is FIRE!!! Holy cow!!!🥰🥰🥰😇😇

[@KyoushaPumpItUp]

1:06 Nanora nanora

[@tattoo78ish]

Dis is good

[@esthermontalvo3467]

i love godzilla HES THE BEST WHEN I FIRST SAW GODZILLA I WAS ONLY 2 OR 3 YEARS OLD REALLY I WAS THAT YOUNG AND THIS IS A AWSOME GODZILLA THEME