Godzilla Visits Dodger Stadium as ‘Minus Zero’ Star Ryunosuke Kamiki Throws First Pitch

Godzilla took a break from destroying cities to visit Dodger Stadium last night.

The King of the Monsters made a special appearance in Los Angeles on September 24 for Godzilla Minus Zero Night, with star Ryunosuke Kamiki (Godzilla Minus One) throwing the ceremonial first pitch before the Dodgers faced the San Diego Padres.

The Dodgers shared the celebration on Instagram, giving fans a look at their kaiju guest ahead of the new movie’s theatrical release.

It was Godzilla Minus Zero Night at Dodger Stadium!

Godzilla made a special appearance at tonight’s Dodgers game in Los Angeles to promote 'GODZILLA MINUS ZERO.' pic.twitter.com/eak6T4D2Cx

— Brad Miska @ Dread Central (@DreadCentral) September 25, 2026

Kamiki, who returns as Koichi Shikishima in the sequel, stepped up for the first pitch, with Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto serving as catcher.

'GODZILLA MINUS ZERO' star Ryunosuke Kamiki threw out the first pitch at tonight’s Dodgers game in Los Angeles.

Thankfully, Godzilla wasn’t behind the plate. pic.twitter.com/srIwX4FmW0

— Brad Miska @ Dread Central (@DreadCentral) September 25, 2026

According to Toho’s official announcement, the celebration also included a Godzilla Minus Zero bobblehead giveaway for the first 40,000 fans and a Godzilla-themed drone show scheduled after the game.