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Dec 19, 2014
In case your figure collection needs more naked people or angry titans, Kotobukiya is releasing a 160 mm (~6.3″) figure of Attack on Titan‘s Eren titan.
The figure has an MSRP of 4,968 yen (about US$42.25), and is expected to ship February 28, 2015.
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Fully posable “Titan Eren” figure to debut next year, looks just as nude/terrifying as expected
Just a dud batch? Original artist shocked by shoddy final version of Attack on Titan figure
Funimation streams 2nd Attack on Titan dub clip
Meet the $1,200 Attack on Titan figure that sold out in two hours in Japan
Ever wanted to look like a Titan or a guard of Wall Maria? Well now’s your chance with these new Attack on Titan tights!
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
This Osaka laundromat wants to clean more than your clothes; it also wants to clean you
Japan’s EF English Proficiency Index rank drops for 11th straight year, hits lowest ever
10 Japanese expressions that sound delightfully strange and funny when translated
Popular Japanese ramen restaurant Ichiran’s lucky bags are great value for money
Totoro, Spirited Away tenugui tapestries promise good luck at New Year’s, smiles all the time【Pics】
Japanese island with a population less than 10 is a hidden gem you won’t find in travel guides
Tokyo’s Ueno Station has an unmanned noodle restaurant on its platform, and its no-joke good
Studio Ghibli stamps lift your spirits with motivational phrases from Totoro
What’s inside a Family Mart Grand Opening Lucky Bag?
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
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Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Shibuya’s Don Quijote?
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
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New fish discovered and named “Vanderhorstia supersaiyan” for obvious reasons
Japanese town suing resident for being a jerkJapan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Naturally brown-haired Osaka student sues government for forcing her to dye her hair black
Tokyo hotel lets you make your stay a Sanrio one with special My Melody and Kuromi rooms【Pics】
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answerJapan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
J-pop mega star Ado reveals she’s been living in the U.S., may not understand language acquisition
Attack on Titan star Levi graces cover of Japanese women’s magazine
Experience Attack on Titan in a whole new way with special planetarium screenings this summer
Live-Action Attack on Titan films’ poster, 2nd movie title unveiled
New Attack on Titan model is both fear and awe inspiring
We take a look at 20 of the best, funniest Attack on Titan cosplay photos
Attack on Titan editor: Manga to end in 3-4 years
Attack on Titan survey corps give bearded titan a close shave with Schick
Hilariously low-quality Attack on Titan Levi figures lead fans to start petition for replacements
Attack on Titan hot dogs! Because the best way to celebrate is with an extra-large sausage
Attack on Titan characters don cat ears for Namjatown collaboration
Live-action Attack on Titan confirmed for 2 films
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Attack on Titan real escape game heads to Saitama
Live-action Attack on Titan director teases Godzilla plans
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