Japanese viewers of Godzilla Minus Zero angered by unusual number of restroom goers

When the latest Godzilla film, Godzilla Minus Zero, opened in Japanese theaters on Culture Day, November 3rd, it broke records with an opening day takings of 910 million yen (US$5.8M). However, some viewers were less impressed by an unusual phenomenon in the theaters. Many people were observed leaving the cinema frequently, particularly during the film's climax and credits.

This became a topic of discussion on social media, with many reporting seeing people go to the restroom multiple times during the screening. Some attributed this behavior to an older demographic, while others suggested that the large, diverse audience attracted by the blockbuster film opening on a public holiday contributed to the high restroom usage.

The phenomenon has sparked debate over Japanese moviegoing etiquette and the expectations placed on patrons during screenings.