{
  "id": 14859766,
  "title": "Last chance for that Glico selfie! Osaka’s famous Running Man to go dark on Nov 30 for major makeover",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/last-chance-for-that-glico-selfie-osakas-famous-running-man-to-go",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-16T03:16:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/life/2026/10/16/no-more-running-man-selfies-osakas-iconic-glico-sign-to-go-dark-from-nov-30-for-major-makeover/239298"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Osaka's renowned Running Man selfie location is set to be taken offline starting November 30 for an extensive renovation. This iconic illuminated sign, overlooking the bustling Dotonbori canal, will undergo a significant upgrade as part of the seventh generation design to replace the current sixth-generation sign. The relocation of this beloved landmark is due to aging LED components in its existing design, which has been lighting the entertainment district since 2014. Standing at an impressive 20m tall and 10.38m wide, the current sign has been a prominent feature in Dotonbori's landscape since its installation in 1935. Although the exact details of the new design are yet to be revealed, the company behind the landmark, confectionery manufacturer Ezaki Glico, confirmed that the familiar Running Man pose will remain intact. The upgrade aims to maintain the sign's role as a symbol of commitment to health and wellness within society. Visitors looking to capture the current version of the Glico Running Man in their selfies have until November 30 before the landmark disappears from view.",
  "summary": "OSAKA, Oct 16 — Planning a year-end getaway to Osaka? You might want to cross that iconic Glico Running Man selfie...",
  "key_points": [
    "Osaka's Running Man selfie location closing Nov 30 for renovation",
    "Iconic sign to be upgraded to seventh generation design",
    "Running Man pose to remain unchanged in new renovation"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Japan Forward",
        "title": "Osaka's Glico Running Man to Get Major Makeover in 2027",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/osakas-glico-running-man-to-get-major-makeover-in-2027",
        "published": "2026-10-15T23:45:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}