Pen-Pen

Hot spring penguin living in Misato's house

A hot spring penguin with high intelligence, serving as a pet character living in Misato's house.

Quotes

  • “Pen-Pen... how are you?” (Misato's calling voice)
  • “It's hot spring weather today too”
  • “Pen-Pen is also a family member”

Trivia

  • Beloved by fans for its unique hot spring penguin setting.
  • Due to its high intelligence, it sometimes plays important roles in the storyline.
  • Positioned as the healing character in Misato's house.
  • Unique trait of loving hot springs.
  • Slight differences in depiction between manga and anime.

Alternate names

Pen-Pen-chan Pen-Pen Misato's Penguin

Tags

Penguin Pet High Intelligence Neon Genesis Evangelion Misato Animal Character Anime SF Hot Springs

Profile

Species
Penguin
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Has the typical white and black penguin appearance, characteristically depicted in hot springs. Displays emotional expressions aligned with human eye level.
Height
About 50cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Loves hot springs
  • Black and white feathers
  • Human-like expressive eyes
Iconic items
  • Polka-dot bath towel
  • Misato's house bathtub
  • Pet collar

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Intelligent
Detailed personality
Extremely high intelligence; although it doesn't speak words, it understands human conversations and sometimes provides assistance. Mild-mannered and highly curious.
Keywords
  • Intelligent
  • Gentle
  • Curious
  • Loyal
  • Active
Talents
  • High intelligence
  • Language comprehension
  • Environmental adaptability
Skills
  • Communication support
  • Assists with household tasks
  • Relaxing in hot springs
Motivation
To live peacefully with Misato and her companions
Habits
Occasionally mimics human gestures. Loves soaking in hot springs.
Favorite foods
Fish, Cold drinks, Sweet milky drinks
Favorite places
Misato's house, Hot springs, Harbor
Disliked insects
Bees, Cockroaches
Disliked situations
Noise, Dangerous situations

History

Backstory
Pen-Pen is a special species known as a hot spring penguin, kept as a pet in the home of Misato Katsuragi, a main character in Neon Genesis Evangelion. It possesses high intelligence and lives together with the members as part of the family.
Debut date
October 4, 1995
Work title
Neon Genesis Evangelion
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 1

First Appearance

Significant event
First Appearance
Description
First appears in Episode 1, introduced as the pet in Misato's house.

Household Support

Significant event
Household Support
Description
Frequently depicted providing support in the daily lives of Misato and other characters.

Relationships

Shinji Ikari

Teammate

Met during visit to Shinji's place, serving as a presence that creates a relaxed atmosphere.

NERV Staff Family

NERV Staff Family: mascot

Media appearances

Neon Genesis Evangelion

Anime / Supporting

1995 TV Series

Evangelion New Theatrical Edition Series

Movie / Supporting

2007~ Theatrical Versions

Voice cast and creators

Aya Hori

Voice actor
Aya Hori
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Edition

Chiko Horikiri

Voice actor
Chiko Horikiri
Language
Japanese
Version or series
New Theatrical Edition

Hideaki Anno

Creator name
Hideaki Anno
Role
Original author

Gainax

Creator name
Gainax
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Pen-Pen Plush

Item name
Pen-Pen Plush
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular

Pen-Pen Figure

Item name
Pen-Pen Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Limited