On April 28th, limited-run magazine “Black Past” released its latest issue, titled “All About Evangelion”. The magazine is edited by literary critic Shuusei Sakagami, who released his first novel, “Sekijitsu no Alice”, in April. “All About Evangelion” features interviews with actress Chiaki Kuriyama and author Hiroki Azuma, as well as short stories, essays, and discussions about the anime series. Contributions include short stories by Kuro Ohma and Kisetsu Morita; essays by Tamaki Saito, Shuusei Sakagami, Daisuke Watanabe, Sayawaka, Yuichi Murakami, and Hiiro; round table discussions; and numerous other features. “All About Evangelion” first went on sale on April 28th at the “Niconico Chokaigi 2” event, and was available at the…
A theatrical film based on popular TV anime series “Girls und Panzer” will be released in 2014. “Girls und Panzer” tells the story of a world where high school girls compete in the art of tank battling. The TV anime series was broadcast from October 2012 to March 2013. The movie adaptation was announced on April 28th at a fan event in Tokyo titled “Heartful Tank Carnival”. The movie will be directed by Tsutomu Mizushima, the director of the TV anime series. Also announced at the event were the upcoming OVA, “Oarai Girl’s High School vs. Anzio High School”, and a Blu-Ray and DVD release based on the fan event,…
You already know about Elizabeth, the mysterious space creature from the famous anime and manga “Gin Tama.” And now you can own a half-sized “Big-gurumi” stuffed doll – they’re taking pre-orders now! This Elizabeth doll was created to celebrate the release of the theatrical version of “Gin Tama” this July. In the anime, Elizabeth is the friend and partner of Katsura Kotaro; this half-actual-size version measures 90 cm in height. Of course, the famously hairy legs of the animal are rendered on this giant doll. It also comes with a blank placard on which you can write whatever you want. Feel free to hug it, or lean on it, or…
To promote the upcoming July premiere of anime series “Uchoten Kazoku”, a special event will be held at the Minami-za kabuki theater in the anime’s primary setting of Kyoto. The comedic anime series is based on a short novel written by Tomihiko Morimi, also known for his earlier novels “Yoru wa Mijikashi Arukeyo Otome” and “The Tatami Galaxy”. The series, which takes place in Kyoto, features a main cast consisting of humans, raccoon dogs, and goblins. The series’ character design is led by manga artist Koji Kumeta, known for creating manga series “Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei”. Starting on April 30th, “Uchoten Kazoku” has also been serialized as a manga in Monthly Comic…
Amie-Grand, plastic figure manufacturer and distributer, decided to resell in July “Polystone finished figure: Rei of Cross”, its best-seller figure originally released and became a news in December 2011. “Rei of Cross” is an upgraded version of popular figure kit limitedly sold in certain events, from famous kitset garage maker ATOMIC-BOM. Rei Ayanami from Neon Genesis Evangelion (Original Version) caught in-between time, posed on special base in the motif of original designed “Gothic & Punk” dress and rubbles creates an overwhelming view. 1/6 scaled, 14.5 centimeters tall. Sculpted by SUZU (ATOMIC-BOM). Magnet-attached, removable Cross could be set in two different poses. Priced at 18,690 yen. Links: “Polystone finished figure: Rei…
The real-life group participation event “The Real Dasshutsu (Escape) Game” is teaming up with the anime series “Case Closed” to create a new event called “Escape from the Skyscraper,” which will tour 33 cities in Japan. “The Real Dasshutsu Game” is a real-life group activity wherein participants use their wits and reflexes to escape from menacing mazes and solve puzzles. The game has been held in office buildings, schools, amusement parks, hotels, and even Tokyo Dome- and each game has a unique mystery store to go along with the experience. In “Escape from the Skyscraper,” players are tasked with getting out of a tall building on the brink of collapse….
The Shirakaba Resort at the Ikenotaira Hotel in Chino, Nagano Prefecture is currently offering special hotel rooms based on the magical girl anime series “Dokidoki! Pretty Cure”. Last year, the hotel offered rooms based on previous series “Smile Pretty Cure!” that attracted a total of 9,108 guests. This year, in addition to the normal “Dokidoki! Pretty Cure” rooms, a special, upgraded “Lovely Room” will be available as well. The two Lovely Rooms are limited to one-night stays only. Special amenities available for guests who stay in the “Dokidoki! Pretty Cure” rooms, including a photo studio that can transform guests into “Pretty Cure!” characters, limited-edition gifts in each room, and free…
Starting from late April, Square Enix has begun selling candy based on the iconic Slimes from the Dragon Quest video game series. The candy is packaged in a bottle shaped like the series’ Giant Slime. Each Giant Slime-shaped bottle contains 8 pieces of Slime candy and retails for 980 yen. Candy refills are available for 500 yen. The candy is available exclusively at Artnia, the official Square Enix store in Higashi-Shinjuku, Tokyo. Links: Artnia Official Square Enix Store Dragon Quest Related Posts / 関連記事: Limited-Edition Fate/Zero Cake and Saber Figure On Sale Animate Cafe Introduces Special Hatsune Miku Menu Lotte Releases “Fit’s MAGIQ” Dragon Quest Slime Gum Win Evangelion Prizes…
The popular sentai-satire TV series “Unofficial Sentai Akibaranger” has teamed up with Bandai’s “HDM Souzetsu” toy line to release new figures. Season 2 of the show started broadcasting in April, and has gained widespread acclaim for its irreverent story and characters based on tropes of Akihabara nerd culture. The lineup includes the main character, Nobuo Akagi, whose delusional role in the group is the lead ranger Akiba Red; the marginal high-school idol singer Iwashimizu Luna, Akiba Blue; and finally Yuko Yokoyama, the fujoshi cosplayer who transforms into Akiba Yellow. The figures are 105 mm tall with realistic sculpting and vivid color. Each is set into an energetic pose. Figures are…
JOYSOUND, the popular karaoke franchise, kicked off its A Certain Scientific Railgun S campaign this month. Currently airing on Japanese television, A Certain Scientific Railgun S is the second iteration of a popular anime series and follows a girl with powerful psychic abilities. The show depicts the everyday lives and struggles of the girl and her friends. JOYSOUND has made available four theme songs from the first A Certain Scientific Railgun series as “anime karaoke.” Railgun fans can sing along with “only my railgun,” “Dear My Friend – To the Unseen Future,” “LEVEL5-Judgelight-” and “Real, Force” while scenes from the show play in the background. In addition, “sister’s noise” and…
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