Amazon is set to release the anime film Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time worldwide on August 13, offering it dubbed in 10 languages and subtitled in 28.

Originally released in Japan on March 8, 2021, Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time is the fourth and final instalment of the Rebuild of Evangelion film series. The film’s theatrical run ended on July 21 where it was revealed that it had received 10.22 billion yen in total, making it the highest-grossing film in the franchise and the first film distributed by Toei to reach this mark.

 

An online panel titled Comic-Con@Home was streamed on July 23 which was attended by the film’s director and writer Hideki Anno. The full video can be seen below.

 

“It’s been 16 years since this movie was remade,” explains Anno. “I was planning to finish it in about 8 years, but it took twice as long. So I’m relieved that it is finished.”

Asked about what he thinks attracts fans to the franchise, he says: “The story of the work, the drama, and the technical quality are kept as high as possible. We work hard to maintain high quality. And this is not possible without the efforts of our staff and cast. Aside from that, maybe there was something in Evangelion that people around the world emphasized with. It might be the emotions, or the structure that could be taken as their own stories. This is something that people all over the world feel for themselves, so it is hard to say what attracts them.”

Anno also discusses his enthusiasm towards seeking new goals. “Now that I’ve turned 61 this year, from now on, I plan on making some new live-action movies instead of Eva. For animation, it’d be great if I have a chance to do it again after I take some live-action shots.” He continues: “Making a live-action video is totally different from animation. Because I can do a lot of things that I can’t do with animation, that’s why I’m really looking forward to it.”

At the end of his talk, he comments: “Not only Evangelion, but my work basically deal with themes unique to Japan, aimed at people who grew up in Japan. I am really grateful and honoured that such works are seen and loved by people all over the world. Thank you so much for supporting Evangelion, and I hope you enjoy the film.”

Amazon Prime Video is currently streaming the first three films in the film series: Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone, Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance, and Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo. The final film, Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time, will be released on the service worldwide on August 13, 2021.

 

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When it comes to character-themed jewellery for adults, U-TREASURE pulls out all the stops. Fans of the Evangelion series are sure to love the Rei Ayanami-inspired design of this gorgeous new pocket watch which was released on Monday (March 29).

Ayanami Rei Pocket Watch | ¥363,000

 

 

The silver case features a 3D metal design of Rei with the second hand and clip being based on the Spear of Longinus and the chain based on the Spear of Cassius.

 

This luxury watch is a must-have for hardcore collectors of Evangelion merchandise.

Japanese T-shirt brand OJICO released a new collection of T-shirts in collaboration with the popular anime franchise Neon Genesis Evangelion on Sunday (March 7).

 

Evangelion x OJICO T-Shirts | 12 Designs | ¥3,600-¥5,200 (Before Tax)

The collection features 12 designs with references to the popular anime series that fans are sure to recognise. The stylish designs make them a perfect way to express your love for the series while looking good at the same time.

 

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Evangelion took over Tokyo Skytree in December last year in promotion of the new anime film Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time which was released on March 8, 2021. The ongoing event has been extended from March 31 to May 31.

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Special Tokyo Skytree Lighting

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Tokyo Skytree is being lit up in five different special illuminations on select days representing Eva Unit-01, Eva Unit-00, Eva Unit-02, Eva Mark.06, and Eva Unit-08.

 

Dates: March 8, 2021 / March 19-21, 2021

Times: 18:45-20:00

 

“Soul’s Refrain” Video Added to the Screens

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The SKYTREE ROUND THEATER® has been showcasing a special HD music video on the Floor 350 windows edited by the episode director for Neon Genesis Evangelion Masayuki. It features the classing opening theme A Cruel Angel’s Thesis. The video and music, coupled with nighttime Tokyo in the background, makes for an unforgettable spectacle.

 

Now, a second music video is being added for the song Soul’s Refrain which served as the main theme for the 1997 anime film Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death & Rebirth.

 

Where: Tokyo Skytree Tembo Deck (Floor 350F)

Price: Free

*The video runs approx. 9 mins

 

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The SKYTREE ROUND THEATER surrounds and envelops you with a Panoramic screen (110m length x 2m height) screen which encircles 255 °of the Tembo Deck.
With 34 projectors, the images and visuals projected onto the night view are the pinnacle of artistry and fantasy.

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The Spear of Longinus Pierces the Sky Arena

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The Sky Arena, which is located on Floor 4F of Tokyo Skytree Town, is now home to a giant recreation of the Spear of Longinus which makes for a great photo op.

In promotion of the new anime film Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time, which was released in Japan today on March 8, 2021, the Evangelion franchise has launched a collaboration with five of Japan’s top food chains including Sukiya, Nakau, Hamazushi, Coco’s, and Big Boy.

 

Key Visual

 

Sukiya

 

Evangelion Unit-01 Beef Omelette Curry w/ Onion Soup | ¥890 (Tax Included)

Onion Soup Evangelion Unit-01 Mayo Potato Salad | ¥300 (Tax Included)

 

Nakau

Evangelion Unit-01 Roast Beef Plate | ¥990 (Tax Included)

Evangelion Unit-00 Oyako Don | ¥890 (Tax Included)

 

Hamazushi

Evangelion Unit-01 Berserk Mode Roll | ¥649 (Tax Included)

Evangelion Unit-02 Beast Roll | ¥649 (Tax Included)

 

Coco’s

Pierced Core Hamburger | ¥1,859 (Tax Included)

 

Big Boy

First Impact | ¥1,518 (Tax Included)

 

Matcha Blanc Manger Blueberry | ¥240 (Tax Included)

Matcha Blanc Manger Mango | ¥240 (Tax Included)

Matcha Blanc Manger Strawberry | ¥240 (Tax Included)

Lid Designs

 

36 folder designs, one for every menu item ordered excluding desserts

 

Original plate artwork

Eva-01 Mug (Front)

Eva-01 Mug (Back)

Acrylic Stands (10 Designs)

 

 

The collaboration is taking place at 3,700 branches of the participating restaurants across Japan.

A new Evangelion cosmetic collection is set to launch from March 13 in collaboration with the lottery draw cosmetic series Coffret to celebrate the release of the upcoming anime film Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time.

EVANGELION coffret collection

 

 

The makeup palette features designs and colours inspired by the Evangelion pilots Asuka Langley Soryu, Rei Ayanami, and Mari Illustrious Makinami. The collection also includes loose powder based on the A.T. Field, lip gloss inspired by the characters, and a collection of two-coloured face blushes centred on Japan’s Evangelion Store mascot Yurushito.

 

As part of the lottery draw, those lucky enough to win the “Last One” prize can win a stand mirror with special illustrations of Asuka, Rei and Mari. There is also a chance of winning 3 sets of makeup palettes by joining the “Doubles Chance” campaign that is being held – links below. An original shopper bag will also be gifted for the first 13 people who purchase 5 lottery draws at once.

 

Enjoy your daily make up with the Evangelion Coffret collection.

 

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Global makeup brand KATE released its second animated video in collaboration with the anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion on Tuesday (February 2) to promote its “KATE Red Nude Rouge (EV)” lipstick.

 

“Rei Ayanami, Her First Lipstick, And the Results”

Rei dons the vibrant red lipstick in the commercial.

“No more rules, this is a red for me and red only,” is what KATE expresses in the promotional video.

The person Rei was waiting for finally arrives, and she smiles, showing off the beautiful rouge tint on her lips.

KATE Red Nude Rouge (EV) is a limited-edition online-exclusive in 4 designs

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KATE released the first Rei Ayanami commercial in November last year. In it, the original voice actress for Rei, Megumi Hayashibara, reprised her role in the animated trailer which was created by illustrator and animator Yoneyama Mai. It exploded on Japanese social media, resulting in this sequel.

 

KATE’s slogan is “NO MORE RULES” which encourages consumers to pick the colours they want to wear themselves without being tied down by society. This concept has led them to innovate in their makeup products, and is a concept that they believe connects with Rei Ayanami from the Evangelion franchise, which is what led to this collaboration.

 

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Q-pot., a Japanese accessory brand which makes jewellery that looks like real sweets and desserts, has announced a second accessory collaboration with the Evangelion series titled “2nd Melty Impact” which will hit Q-pot. stores, select Evangelion stores, and the IKSPIARI pop-up shop on January 20, 2021.

 

Evangelion x Q-pot. Accessory Collection

A.T. Field Gummy Candy Necklace | ¥10,500 (Before Tax)

The delicious-looking Gummy Candy Necklace inspired by the Absolute Terror Field, the protective barrier that Angels and Evangelions can create to protect themselves. The reverse side of the necklace pedestal also features an engraving of the Tree of Life.

Red Sea & Blue Sea Metal Rings | ¥9,000 Each

Two rings representing the blue sea and red sea, the former being before the Second Impact when the world was teeming with life and the latter after the Second Impact when life is destroyed.

L.C.L. Metal Rings | ¥9,000 Each

These rings are based on LCL, the amber-coloured liquid which enables the piloting of an Evangelion Unit. In the series we see the Entry Plug of an Eva Unit flooded with this translucent liquid.

Cassius’s Fork Necklace | ¥16,000

Inspired by the Spear of Cassius that the mysterious boy Kaworu retrieves when he’s piloting Mark.06. The spear is fitted as a necklace through a heart which is embedded between an Angel-like halo.

The 4th Angel’s Macaron Necklace ¥9,000 / Bag Charm ¥8,000

A necklace and bag charm made to look like sweet macarons. The design is based on the 4th Angel with white faces and a black body. Inside is a bright-red Swarovski crystal to represent the Angel’s Core.

Asuka’s Puppet Sugar Cookie Necklace ¥9,500 / Bag Charm ¥8,000

A necklace and bag charm inspired b the cute hand puppet of Asuka Langley, the pilot of Unit-02. Made to look like a sugar cookie, the accessories capture the bright-red outfit and blue eyes of the adorable puppet. It looks like it’s just come freshly baked out of the oven.

 

Each of these accessories arrives packaged in an original tin featuring the Evangelion x Q-pot. logos. The A.T. Field Gummy Candy, 4th Angel Macaron, and Asuka’s Hand Puppet also feature unique serial numbers.

 

Other Merchandise

The collaborative collection also feature a selection of original merchandise too.

Asuka’s Puppet Pop Socket | ¥2,200

Melty Impact Mug | ¥2,800

 

Evangelion x Q-pot. 1st Collaboration Restock

The popular macaron and Melty Melt series from Q-pots.’s first collaboration with Evangelion is also being restocked at select Q-pot. stores.

1st Collaboration Restock – Macaron Series

1st Collaboration Restock – Melty Melt Series

 

Evangelion x Q-pot. Novelty

Fans who spend over ¥30,000 on any of these items at Q-pot. stores or the IKSPIRIA pop-up shop will receive a set of 6 postcards featuring designs of each Eva pilot.

To promote the upcoming release of the new anime film Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time, Evangelion teamed up with fashion brand ANNA SUI to open orders for a collection of 12 new items on Wednesday (January 13) on Bandai’s official shopping website Premium Bandai.

Excerpt of merch line-up

The line-up combines iconic symbols of ANNA SUI, like butterflies and roses, with motifs from Evangelion like Unit-01. It’s a special, must-grab collection for fans of the anime series and brand.

 

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Japanese beauty magazine VOCE is collaborating with the upcoming anime film Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time to include a selection of cute and colourful exclusive nail decals in its March 2021 issue.

 

Chibi Evangelion nail decals

The decals feature designs and references that are sure to be instantly recognisable to fans of the Evangelion franchise. The character decals in particular are extra adorable as they come in chibi form. And these decals don’t have to be used just for nails either: you can stick them on your phone, computer or laptop, notebook – anywhere!

The collection is exclusive to the March 2021 issue of VOCE which will release in Japan on January 22, 2021.

Tokyo Skytree® is promoting the release of the upcoming anime film Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time, which will hit theatres in Japan on January 23, 2021, by holding a special collaborative event at the tower from December 23, 2020 to March 31, 2021.

 

Tokyo Tembo Galleria Exhibits

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Those braving the quick climb to Tokyo Skytree’s Tembo Galleria, which stands a towering 450 meters high, will be greeted with an incredible display of character and Evangelion-related exhibits, photo spots, and more.

 

①Tembo Shuttle (Elevator)

The interior of Tokyo Skytree’s elevator, which leads straight up to the Tembo Galleria, will be decorated in all things Evangelion, from an Evangelion Unit-01 entry plug to scenes from the upcoming film and more, all ready to welcome guests into the world of Evangelion.

 

②Eva Unit-01 Head (Tembo Galleria Floor 445 Welcome Area )

When guests step out of the elevator they will be greeted by a giant head of Eva Unit-01 which they can take a photo next to.

 

③Eva Archive (Tembo Galleria Hallway)

The floor’s 110-meter hallway will be lined with famous quotes and phrases from the Evanglion series.

 

④Angel Core (Tembo Galleria Floor 450)

Guests will find a photo spot recreating Tokyo-3 which becomes a red wasteland, as well as a full-scale Rei Ayanami statue.

 

⑤Evanglion’s 4 Films (Tembo Galleria Floor 450 Slope)

Artwork from the four Evangelion films, from Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone to the upcoming Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time will be displayed.

 

⑥Destroy the Core (Tembo Galleria’s Highest Point)

At the Galleria’s highest point, 451.2m up, guests will find a photo spot with a Progressive Knife stuck into the core.

 

Diorama Exhibition (Tembo Galleria Floor 450 Return Slope)

When looping back around down the slope to return to the first area, there will be a selection of Evangelion figures recreating famous scenes from the series.

 

Tembo Deck Floor 350 Decorations

NERV Warning Announcements
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Down on the Tembo Deck on Floor 350, guests will find warning messages from NERV on the windows of Tokyo Tower.

 

Original Merchandise

Metal Keyrings ¥1,320 Each (Tax Included) / Cookies ¥842 (Tax Included)

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After guests have enjoyed their time at floor 450, they can head to the shop to check out a selection of original merchandise created for the exhibition, from key rings to cookies and more. Fans who spend over ¥3,000 (tax included) in one transaction will receive an original shopping bag featuring an image of Eva Unit-01 raising its fists to Tokyo Tower.

 

Original Cafe Menu

①Piano Cheesecake (Shinji & Kaworu Version) ¥1,300 / ②Blue Yogurt Drink (Rei Version) ¥900 / ③Blood Orange Juice (Asuka Version) ¥900 / ④Strawberry Soda Drink (Mari Version) ¥900 (All Tax Inclusive)

The SKYTREE CAFE on Floor 340 of the Tembo Deck has a special selection of Evangelion-themed food and drink for fans to enjoy.

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For every item ordered on the cafe menu, you will get one of five possible coasters selected randomly. These are available while supplies last. The cafe itself will also be decorated to look like the classroom of the Tokyo-3 school seen in the film series.

 

Take a Photo With Your Favourite Character

Tembo Galleria Floor 445 Photo Service – ¥1,800 (Tax Included) *Five photos
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Fans can get five photos with individual characters from the films along with a printed photo mount which can also be downloaded digitally.

 

Sorakara-chan’s Plugsuit

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Sorakara-chan, the official mascot of Tokyo Skytree, will welcome guests for the duration of the exhibition wearing Rei Ayanami’s plugsuit. If you want to meet her, be sure to ask a staff member and they can tell you what time she’ll be making an appearance.

 

“A Cruel Angel’s Thesis” Skytree Round Theater Ver. a.k.a Yoko Takahashi from KING SUPER LIVE

“A Cruel Angel’s Thesis” Skytree Round Theater Ver. a.k.a Yoko Takahashi from KING SUPER LIVE　©カラー／Project Eva.　©TOKYO-SKYTREE

The SKYTREE ROUND THEATER® will showcase a special HD music video on the Floor 350 windows edited by the episode director for Neon Genesis Evangelion Masayuki. It will feature the classing opening theme A Cruel Angel’s Thesis. The video and music, coupled with nighttime Tokyo in the background, will make for an unforgettable spectacle.

 

Special Tokyo Skytree Lighting

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Tokyo Skytree will be lit up in five different special illuminations on select days representing Eva Unit-01, Eva Unit-00, Eva Unit-02, Eva Mark.06, and Eva Unit-08l

Check out Tokyo Skytree’s Official Website for more information.

Amazon Japan released the first entries to the Rebuild of Evangelion anime film series Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone, Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance, and Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo on Amazon Prime Video on Friday (December 18). These are currently only available on the Japanese website (as of the posting of this article).

 

Rebuild of Evangelion is an animated film series that retells the original events of the Neon Genesis Evangelion series, the latter of which is available to watch on Netflix which the platform describes as “Fifteen years after the Second Impact, Shinji Ikari joins his father’s group NERV as one of several teenage mecha pilots fighting the monstrous Angels.”

The fourth and final entry to the film series Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time will be released in Japan on January 23, 2021, concluding the story.

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