First published in 1994, Roti Kaya and Guyu tells a tale of a retired Singaporean superhero team as they deal with societal and environmental issues in a changing world which has left them behind. Originally penned by Mr. Kiasu creator Johnny Lau and illustrated by Dan Kuah, this new volume catches up on the original team 25 years after the events of the first book!
Summary of the book
Singapore is once again undergoing rapid changes, with globalisation giving way to protectionism. Our ageless heroes Rotiman, Kayaman and Guyuwoman havve hung up their capes and settled down to a peaceful life, but a new kind of evil threatens not only the nations stability, but the lives of their loved ones as well! Cafe culture is driving old school kopitiams into extinction, and the trio must once again stand up for Singapore and fight to preserve traditions!
First published in 1994, Roti Kaya and Guyu tells a tale of a retired Singaporean superhero team as they deal with societal and environmental issues in a changing world which has left them behind. Originally penned by Mr. Kiasu creator Johnny Lau and illustrated by Dylan Teo, this new edition features a revised afterword and new cover art!
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Singapore is at its nation building stage. Globalisation has taken the world by storm, and it is deemed a ‘necessary evil’ by the people. But unaware to the citizens, a group of shady characters are secretly plotting to take over the counry… starting with Singaporeans’ biggest weakness — food! And it is up to a bunch of local superheroes, Rotiman, Kayaman and Guyuwoman to counter the hostile takeover of fast food corporations… the Singaporean way!
Beyblade Burst (ベイブレードバースト) is the new generation of Beyblade based on the popular Beyblade toy franchise by Takara Tomy. The third incarnation of its series, the manga was serialised in Shogakukan’s Shōnen magazine CoroCoro Comic in August 2015. The anime adaptation premiered in 2016.
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The final match of the national tournament is finally underway, and Valt is up against Lui Shirosagi, the man with the lost Luinor, the strongest attack-type bey! However, Valt has a couple of tricks up his sleeves as well as he reveals his new move! Things are shaping up for the ultimate showdown, but who will emerge the victor?
Mr Kiasu is one of Singapore’s most recognizable comic icons in the 90s, bringing a brand of local humor that is greatly identifiable and relatable to Singaporeans everywhere. A caricature of a typical Singaporean who “does not like to lose”, the comic series has sold over 650,000 copies since its debut in 1990, with eight comic volumes and three spin-off titles; and also has a live-action drama series and various merchandise to its franchise.
Relaunched in 2017, Mr Kiasu is now presented in a new environment – a technologically advanced and modern Singapore, to which he applies his own quirky brand of “Kiasu” solutions to everyday situations.
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Unravel Singapore’s History through the eyes of Mr Kiasu!
Journey back in time as we unravel the colourful history of Singapore’s past, with Singapore’s popular comic book icon, Mr Kiasu! Featuring re-imagined stories inspired by important moments in history and the famous characters who shaped Singapore to the way it is today, this fun and light-hearted comic will set you thinking about Singapore’s past, present and future! It’s history the way it’s never been told!
In support of Singapore’s Bicentennial event in 2019, this book is also available at the Bicentennial Experience at Fort Canning from 15 June – 15 September 2019!
Future Card Buddyfight (フューチャーカード バディファイト)! is a Japanese collectible card game created by Bushiroad. The card game was launched worldwide in 2014, along with the English version card pack and animated series.
The manga adaptation began serialization in Shogakukan’s CoroCoro Comic in 2013, while Volume 1 launched in 2014. It follows the characters in the anime series, with the protagonists engaging in battles that use actual tournament rules. Buddyfight tournaments and workshops are currently available worldwide, with more monthly sanctioned tournaments planned for the future!
Summary of the book
Together with the Ace of Sports Masato and Ace of Study Subaru, Yuga joins the Ace Buddyfighter Championship tournament that will decide the top Buddyfighter in Japan! He’s also hoping to meet Ranma again and regain their lost friendship, but is Ranma already out of his reach? How far is Yuga willing to go to get his former best friend back? And more importantly, will he succeed?
The first print edition of this manga will contain the limited edition card, [“Friendship Blade” Deity creations fangflare, Gargantua Punisher!!]
Ace high school detective Shinichi Kudo was ambushed by a mysterious syndicate and fed a substance that shrunk him into a kid! Taking on the pseudonym “Conan Edogawa”, he must now track them down and find a cure… all while solving other cases along the way!
Detective Conan (名探偵コナン, Meitantei Conan, Case Closed [US version]) is a Japanese detective manga series written and illustrated by Gosho Aoyama. The series has been serialized in Shogakukan’s Weekly Shōnen Sunday since 1994, and the manga has sold over 140 million copies worldwide, with several volumes making the New York Times Best Sellers lists. The manga has been adapted into video games, live-action dramas, movies and a long-running anime series.
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The Junior Detective League is enlisted to protect a priceless statue from the Kaito Kid’s thievery. The kids are sure it’ll be a breeze… until they have to solve the case without Conan! In another case, Kid announces his plans to break into a museum, not to steal… but to
return a collection of stolen historical artifacts? And then, a new challenger Makoto Kyogoku steps in to take on this slippery thief…. all
this to stop him from stealing his girlfriend Sonoko’s heart! There are many impossible heists that the Kaito Kid can pull off, and only one
pint-sized detective that’s clever enough to outsmart him! The Kaito Kid is back with more impossible heists,but Conan is hot on his trail!
Adapted from original manga MEITANTEI CONAN Volumes 68, 70, 78, 79 & 82.
Pokémon is one of the most successful and lucrative video game-based media franchises in the world. Pokémon properties have since been merchandised into anime, manga, trading cards, toys, books, and other media. In Singapore, Pokémon manga is one of the top selling children’s series, including the one-shot series, the Pokémon movie series and Pokémon Adventures.
Summary of the book
Official adaptation of the animated film! Trainers Verity and Sorrel join Ash on his journey, and along the way, they meet the mysterious Mythical Pokémon Marshadow. When they near their goal, an arrogant Trainer named Cross stands in their way. Can Ash and Pikachu defeat him and reach Ho-Oh as they promised, or will their journey end here?
Pokémon is one of the most successful and lucrative video game-based media franchises in the world. Pokémon properties have since been merchandised into anime, manga, trading cards, toys, books, and other media. In Singapore, Pokémon manga is one of the top selling children’s series, including the one-shot series, the Pokémon movie series and Pokémon Adventures.
Summary of the book
Official adaptation of the animated film! When Ash Ketchum oversleeps on his 10th birthday, he ends up with a stubborn Pikachu instead of the first partner Pokémon he wanted! But after a rocky start, Ash and Pikachu become close friends and true partners—and when they catch a rare glimpse of the Legendary Pokémon Ho-Oh in flight, they make plans to seek it out together.
Pokémon Adventures, originally released in Japan as Pocket Monsters: Special (ポケットモンスターSPECIAL), is a Pokémon-related manga based on the video games. It is the best-selling children’s manga in Singapore. The series is divided into several distinct parts which are known as chapters. There are twelve major divisions at present, with nine of them completely published. 50 volumes of the manga have been released as of March 2014.
Volume 42 is based on the Generation IV games, HeartGold and SoulSilver. Volumes 43 and onwards are based on the Generation V games, with Volumes 43 to 51 taking after the Pokémon Black and White games, while Volume 52 and beyond correspond to Pokémon Black 2 and White 2.
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Sun dreams of money. Moon dreams of scientific discoveries. When their paths cross with Team Skull, both their plans go awry! In hopes of earning the right to compete to win the prestigious island challenge amulet, Sun and Moon set off for Akala Island for their trials, and Sun must battle a powerful Totem Pokémon—but first he has to find it!
Based on the hit Nintendo video game SPLATOON! Four inklings get caught up in a Splatoon Turf War!
Summary of the book
The preliminary rounds have come to a close! And Team Blue has made up. As the Inklings gear up for the main round of the Square King Cup, they must prepare for all kinds of teams that are way stronger than they are – and may even have to battle the undisputed Splatoon champion – the player known as Emperor!
Based on the hit Nintendo video game SPLATOON! Four inklings get caught up in a Splatoon Turf War!
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Ink still fresh from their victories agains the S4, Team Blue’s Inklings find themselves in even more trouble! Goggles and Rider must stop an evil subterranean plot, and a new Inkling joins the team. New weapons, new foes, and new friends enter the splatfield as Team Blue prepares for its toughest challenge yet: enter the Square King Cup!
Detective Conan (名探偵コナン is a Japanese detective manga series written and illustrated by Gosho Aoyama. The series is serialized in Shogakukan’s Weekly Shōnen Sunday from 1994, and has printed 81 volumes to date. The manga has sold over 140 million copies worldwide, The series won the 46th Shogakukan Manga Award for the shōnen category in 2000, and has been adaptated into video games, live action series, movies and an anime series. A Detective Conan movie has also been released each year during Japan’s Golden Week since 1997. 2016 marks the 20th Detective Connan Movie that will be released. Shogakukan Asia has selected the best stories from the collection of Detective Conan Series, and complied them into individual stand alone volumes to enjoy.
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Every day is a busy day for the Man with Three Faces.
Azusa’s big brother drops by Café Poirot for a visit, as does a familiar burly FBI agent! But Toru Amuro the café staff will always make sure his customers leave satisfied! As for Rei Furuya (Amuro) the PSB agent, things get a little hot and spicy with Kazami… at a curry shop! Also, could Kazami have developed a crush on a female character he has met on an online game? It’s another ordinary day in the life of a not-so-ordinary man!
News & Events
18 Jul 2019
Singapore Bicentennial Roadshow @Northpoint City
Shogakukan Asia will be promoting titles about Singapore's history at the Singapore Bicentennial Roadshow at North Point City! Join us
