Evangelion x Hakone 2020: Stations, Spas and More “Evangelion-ized” as Resort Town Becomes “Tokyo-3”

One of the key visual elements for “Evangelion x Hakone 2020” is an invitation to casual walks around Hakone. A display at Tōgendai Station on the Hakone Ropeway.

Seven of the decorated buses lined up at Tōgendai Station, with the expressway bus in the foreground.

The right side of the expressway bus features key visuals from “Evangelion x Hakone 2020.”

Hakone Tozan buses decorated in the colors of the main Evangelion machines.

The distinctive “Nerv” logo is featured prominently.

A shuttle bus linking central Gotenba and Hakone.

Takara Tomy is marketing miniature versions of the decorated buses.

A Hakone Ropeway gondola leaves Tōgendai Station, which offers bus services as well. Note the “Tokyo-3” marking above the station’s name.

Port Tōgendai, home to the Hakone Pirate Ships, is accessible from the B2 floor of Tōgendai Station.

The impressive EVA Unit 01 statue that features prominently in the station hall.

Walls, floors, and even the elevator doors sport Nerv markings as part of the hall’s makeover.

The gift shop has been “Evangelized” and features merchandise from the show.

The Spear of Longinus display contrasts dramatically with the surrounding natural beauty of the park.

The Spear is hidden right above the beautiful central fountain. Try and find it!

Now crimson, the waters of Rodeo Mountain still give guests a fun water-slide experience.

The red waters of the Cave Bath have also been specially lit to create a mysterious atmosphere.

Ikari Shinji and Ayanami Rei stand ready to greet guests at the locker room entrance.

The experience starts from the specially decorated door at the main entrance.

The long staircase up to reception features the EVA Unit 01.

An EVA Unit 01 Sundae, at center, surrounded by servings of Second Impact Gelatin.

A stamp rally point located in Yunessun.

The special-edition Hakone map serves as a collection sheet for the souvenir stamps of the Stamp Rally, as well as introducing fans to famous locations in Hakone from Evangelion.