Ayanami Rei Joins S.H.Figuarts in Her Iconic Plugsuit! Features Flexible Posing & 5 Interchangeable Face Parts
Ayanami Rei, famously seen in her plugsuit from Evangelion Shin Gekijouban, has been meticulously sculpted into a palm-sized standard figure for the “S.H.Figuarts” series. This line is renowned for its dedication to “the pursuit of character expression through articulation.” This particular release commemorates a significant milestone: the 30th anniversary of the original Shin Seiki Evangelion TV series broadcast. Fans can look forward to getting their hands on this general retail item when it launches on November 14, 2025.
The Enduring Legacy of Evangelion
The Evangelion series first erupted into the pop culture landscape with the broadcast of its TV anime, Shin Seiki Evangelion, in 1995, quickly becoming a societal phenomenon. It was later rebooted in 2007 as the Evangelion Shin Gekijouban series, with the initial three films—Evangelion Shin Gekijouban: Jo, Evangelion Shin Gekijouban: Ha, and Evangelion Shin Gekijouban: Kyuu—achieving immense box office success. The highly anticipated concluding film, Shin Evangelion Gekijouban, released in 2021, broke new ground by surpassing 10 billion yen in box office revenue for the franchise, drawing considerable attention and acclaim.
This new “S.H.Figuarts Ayanami Rei” figure perfectly captures Ayanami Rei in her distinct plugsuit, as depicted in Evangelion Shin Gekijouban, marking a fitting tribute to the TV series’ 30th anniversary.
The figure boasts an expertly engineered articulated structure, designed to facilitate soft and nuanced posing. This innovative design ensures that a beautiful silhouette is maintained, even when recreating dynamic movements such as arching the chest or twisting the waist.
This rich set comes complete with five interchangeable face parts, allowing fans to reenact a multitude of iconic scenes and enjoy displaying Ayanami Rei with various expressions. These expressions have been meticulously chosen from memorable moments within the series, with some even featuring delicate cheek gradations to convey a softer, more subtle impression.
Expand Your Evangelion Display
To enhance your display options, the figure also includes a special honeycomb-shaped dedicated stand, making it incredibly easy to pose and display alongside the “S.H.Figuarts Shikinami Asuka Langley” figure (which is sold separately). By showcasing these two powerful characters together, you can truly expand the captivating world of Evangelion Shin Gekijouban right in your own collection.
The “S.H.Figuarts Ayanami Rei” figure is priced at 8,800 yen (tax included). This general retail item is scheduled for release on November 14, 2025. Further details are available on the product page.
Product Details:
S.H.Figuarts Ayanami Rei
- Price: 8,800 yen (10% tax included) / 8,000 yen (tax excluded)
- Sales Method: General retail release
- Release Date: November 14, 2025
- Target Age: 15 years and older
Product Specifications:
- Overall Height: Approximately 135mm
- Materials: PVC, ABS
- Set Contents:
- Main figure
- 5 types of interchangeable wrist parts (left and right)
- 5 types of interchangeable face parts
- Dedicated display stand set
- Interchangeable backpack part
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Written by: Nakase Koutarou
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