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EVANGELION

Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 30, 2014
Anime-themed Japanese sword exhibition to open in Paris
An exhibition showcasing traditional Japanese swords as well as replicas of blades that appeared in the animated series "Neon Genesis Evangelion" opened at the Japan Cultural Institute in Paris on Wednesday.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jul 31, 2013
'Evangelion Exhibition'
The hit anime series "Neon Genesis Evangelion" has expanded its franchise far and wide since it was first aired in 1995, to include films, novels, comic books and plenty of merchandising.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jun 27, 2013
'Evangelion and Japanese Swords'
There have been many collaborations with the popular Japanese science-fiction manga and animated series "Evangelion," which have resulted in a range of licensed products — from eye drops to pachinko machines. For this touring exhibition, the series collaborates with the traditional craft of Japanese swordsmithing.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
Nov 15, 2011
Corporate brands drawn to anime's selling power
Care for some Pepsi and Cup Noodles with your anime?
CULTURE / Japan Pulse
Aug 5, 2011
Upmarket and themed karaoke spaces
Who says singing karaoke room has to be a low-rent affair?
CULTURE / Japan Pulse
Oct 22, 2010
Anime fan pilgrimages help boost tourism
Fans paying tribute to their favorite anime and games are helping to boost tourism in both popular sightseeing spots and those off the beaten path.
Japan Times
JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Sep 7, 2010
Anime makes Japan a cultural superpower
Japan may be on a slow decline as far as being a global economic force, but the "soft power" of its modern entertainment genres, from manga to "anime," has global appeal, especially among young people.

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