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.   ©khara

Benelic released a new collection of seven accessories inspired by the crystal necklace and cube from Studio Ghibli's animated film Laputa: Castle in the Sky at Donguri Kyowakoku stores and the online shop Sora no Ue in Japan at the end of May.   The collection is part of the Studio Ghibli-themed "Pomponner" accessory series by Benelic. Pomponner is French for 'doll oneself up' or 'get dolled up.' It includes piercings, earrings, rings, and hairbands.   The crystal has been made from blue semi-transparent epoxy, giving it a high quality look. It's also glow in the dark, so leave it in a place with lots of sunlight and then put it somewhere dark where it will illuminate. The accessories are simple in design too so can be worn outdoors and at the office while still celebrating the Studio Ghibli classic.  

Laputa: Castle in the Sky Accessory Series

 

Crystal Piercings & Earrings | ¥1,980 (Tax Included)

 

Crystal and Cube Piercings & Earrings | ¥2,750 (Tax Included)

Crystal Ring (Sizes: 11/13) | ¥1,980 (Tax Included)

 

Crystal & Cube Ring (Sizes: 11/13) | ¥2,200

 

Crystal Hairband | ¥1,540 (Tax Included)

Japanese character accessory brand Anaguma, which lines its jewellery with natural stones, is releasing a new collection of cord bracelets in Japan on June 19 in collaboration with the anime series Shaman King. Pre-orders are now open.

Shaman King Wind Cord Bracelets | ¥6,380 (Tax Included)

  The collection is inspired by the characters from the Shaman King reboot which began airing in April. Each bracelet features natural stones and metallic Oracle Bells. There are five designs in the line-up including Yoh Asakura, Anna Kyoyama, Ren Tao, Horohoro, and Hao.

Yoh Asakura Model

  Features colours inspired by Yoh. Includes the Oracle Bell and Futsunomitama Sword made from metallic parts.  

Anna Kyoyama Model

  Features colours inspired by Anna. Includes rosary beads and an apple made from metallic parts.  

Ren Tao Model

  Features colours inspired by Ren. Includes the Oracle Bell and Bâo-Lèi Sword made from metallic parts.  

Horohoro Model

  Features colours inspired by Horohoro. Includes the Oracle Bell and Ikupasuy made from metallic parts.  

Hao Model

  Features colours inspired by Hao. Includes the Oracle Bell and Gohukusei mark made from metallic parts.     Each bracelet comes in a box inspired by the colouring of each character as well as a mini character card.   Who’s your favourite character from Shaman King and did they make it on this list?

Japan's luxury character jewellery brand U-TREASURE, which creates accessories for character-loving adults, released a new collection of Hello Kitty-inspired necklaces on Tuesday which are available for a limited time until May 25.   The necklaces feature a simple design with a single diamond stone tipped with Hello Kitty's ribbon. The necklaces come in various versions including platinum, yellow gold, pink gold, and also silver with cubic zirconia. The collection is available to purchase at U-TREASURE's concept store in Ikebukuro and their online shop.  

<Hello Kitty Ribbon Necklaces> Platinum 950: ¥88,000 / K18 Yellow Gold, K18 Pink Gold: ¥88,000 / Silver & Cubic Zirconia: ¥16,500

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Benelic is set to release a new collection based on Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away at the end of this month at all Donguri Kyowaku stores and official online shop Sora no Ue in Japan.   The collection features six items based on the adorable Makkuro Kurosuke dust bunnies and includes piercings, earrings, bracelet, necklace, ring, and hairpin.  The necklace and bracelet are fitted with adjusters, and all the accessories are fitted with cute and colourful stars inspired by the Japanese konpeito sugar candy.  

Spirited Away Konpeito Series

 

Piercing | ¥1,760

 

Earring | ¥1,760

 

Necklace | ¥1,540 

Ring | ¥1,320

Bracelet | ¥2,200 

Hairpin Set | ¥1,100

Japan's luxury character jewellery brand U-TREASURE, which creates accessories for character-loving adults, welcomes its new Ditto Pokémon necklace coated in pink gold.  

Ditto Necklace Silver (Pink Gold Coating) | ¥17,600 (Tax Included)

Ditto is known for its shapeshifting ability to transform into anything. This Normal-type Pokémon, first introduced in Generation I, has turned into a luxury pink gold necklace so you can take it with you on your Pokémon Trainer adventures wherever you go.