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Now, and even100 years later,
these books will keep revealingthe world's wonders to us——
Chosen by book lovers,a selection of masterpieces from Japan and overseas.
The new standard for classic comics.
UPDATES
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“The Legends of Tono” now available in Japan.
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“The Silent Miaow” now available in Japan.
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The official website is open.
AROUND THE WORLD
COMING SOON
NEW BOOKS
from Japan
Manga: Kujiraba Author: Kunio Yanagita Editor: Masami Ishii
Yuki-onna, Zashiki-warashi, Tengu, Kappa, Okunai-sama—these are some of the various folk beliefs and legends recorded in "The Legends of Tono," a collection of folklore from the Tono region. The stories were narrated by Kizen Sasaki, a native of the Tono area, transcribed by Kunio Yanagita, and published after extensive local research.
This work, which condenses Japanese views on life, death, and nature, is also called "the origin of Japanese folklore studies." This daring comic adaptation intertwines and revives four supernatural tales: "Oshira-sama," "Kappa," "Fox," and "Futtachi," for a modern audience.
OUR COLLECTION
COMING SOON
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from Brazil
The Alchemist
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from Japan
Lipstick on an Afterimage
PRAISES
* ABC order
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Anne Watanabe | Actor / Model
©Junko Tamaki(t.cube)
To unseen worlds.
The first step is inspired by manga. -
Robert Campbell | University Professor, Researcher in Japanese Literature
In the gently blurred scene before me, I see clear boundaries between different elements. The legs of a fox, the eyes of a girl, and the fresh scent of the forest seem to rise from the artwork.
I find myself wishing to get lost in this forest, embraced by its gentle mystery. (The Legends of Tono) -
Kengo | Booktoker
Manga acts as a gateway to reading.
It's got me really craving to dive into the original books. -
Seigo Matsuoka | Editorial engineer
©Table Ensemble
Upon opening this portal,
the world begins to buzz with a tangible excitement.
Masterpieces reveal their capacity for boundless metamorphosis. -
Nyantos the Vet | Veterinarian, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
©Eiko Oki
Cats have adjusted their meows to sound more pleasant to humans. From an animal behavior perspective, it seems like our furry friends might really have us wrapped around their paws. (The Silent Miaow)
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Sekaikan Ozaki from Creephyp | Musician / Author
Manga takes you anywhere, and novels are always waiting.
I hope this series will be the start of many journeys. -
QuizKnock | An intellectual collective from The University of Tokyo
A lineup carefully chosen to spark the urge to read. It shall be a delight to arrange them on the bookshelf.
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Shu Yamaguchi | Independent Researcher, Author, and Public Speaker
The breadth of human knowledge unfolds in manga. Truly, we live in an enlightened age.
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Mari Yamazaki | Manga Artist, Writer, Artist
©Hiromichi Nozawa
The terrifying yet lovable "silent miaow" that brings humanity to its knees. No Cat, No Life. (The Silent Miaow)
KADOKAWA MASTERPIECE COMICS