Junji Ito (Japanese: 伊藤 潤二 Hepburn: Itō Junji, born July 31, 1963) is a Japanese horror mangaka. Some of his most notable works include Tomie, a series chronicling an immortal girl who drives her stricken admirers to madness; Uzumaki, a three-volume series about a town obsessed with spirals; and Gyo, a two-volume story where fish are controlled by a strain of sentient bacteria called “the death stench.” His other works are Itou Junji Kyoufu Manga Collection, a collection of different short stories including a series of stories named Souichi’s Journal of Delights, and Junji Ito’s Cat Diary: Yon & Mu, a self-parody about him and his wife living in a house with two cats. In 2019, Ito received an Eisner Award for his manga adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein.
Summary of the book
This volume includes ten of Junji Ito’s short stories, as selected exclusively from the Shōgakukan publisher catalog and presented and accompanied with a gallery of six color illustrations. Presented in it’s original form for the first time in English, this lavish deluxe sized anthology comes with full color sections.
Stories:
1: ”Okuman botchi (Army of One)”
2: ”Ningen isu”
3: ”Mōten no bīnasu”
4: ”Name onna (The Licking Woman)”
5: ‘Umezu sensei to watashi (Umezz Kazuo and Me)”
6: ”Konoyo no hoka no koi”
7: ”Miira reta Kirita kyōju”
8: ”Amigaradansō no kai (The Enigma of the Amigara Fault)”
9: ”Daikokubashira hiwa (The Sad Tale of the Principal Post)”
10: ”Wasuregatami (Memento)” (New one-shot)
Hayame leads a modest, peaceful life as a housewife. One day she meets a jackass student named Issei, but thinks little of it.
As Hayame’s life falls apart around her, Issei makes an unexpected proposal which will turn her life upside-down.
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Hayame’s happily married life comes to an abrupt end and she is left alone, penniless and homeless! Things couldn’t get any worse, until she runs into rich high-school brat Issei, whom she had previously humiliated! Sparks fly as two worlds collide in this unlikely Cinderella story!
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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Ash and Pikachu arrive in Fula City at the start of its renowned Wind Festival and meet Margo, the mayor’s daughter, and Dr. Hawthorn, a scientist. Through the magic of Dr. Hawthorn’s virtual reality technology, our friends experience the history of the city firsthand and meet Mythical Pokémon Zeraora and Legendary Pokémon Lugia. Why did one of them fly off, never to be seen again…?
Yamishibai: Japanese ghost stories (Known in Japan as 闇芝居Yami Shibai, lit. Dark Play) is a 2013 Japanese anime TV series depicting horror stories told in the manner of the classic Kamishibai (Japanese street theatre) style. Centred around tales of Japanese myths and urban legends, the show has gone into its seventh season as of 2019. Horror Theatre Yamishibai is the Manga adaptation with art by Isao Sakamoto.
Summary of the book
A sinister storyteller always appears at dusk to spin terrifying tales of Japanese myths and urban legends. What is real, and what is not? Come closer and listen…if you dare.
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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Akira’s Rockruff evolves into Lycanroc but wont stay in its evolved form or follow orders! And a lot is at stake with Team Kings trying to take over the world and all… Is Akira’s new acquaintance Tokio, with his characteristic Trainer talent, friend or foe? And what role will Legendary Pokémon Lunala and Solgaleo play in this epic showdown between night and day…?!
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.
Summary of the book
A rough and tough Pokémon journey with Rockruff!
Akira’s summer vacation in the Alola region heats up when he befriends a Rockruff with a mysterious gemstone. Together, Akira hopes they can achieve his newfound dream of becoming a Pokémon Trainer and master the amazing Z-move. But first, Akira needs to pass a test to earn a Trainer passport. This becomes more difficult when Rockruff gets kidnapped! And then Team Kings shows up with – you guessed it- evil plans for world domination!
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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Two years have passed since Team Plasma was defeated and Trainer Black was sucked into the Light Stone along with Legendary Pokémon Reshiram… Now Team Plasma is back to its wicked ways, and a new young hero and Looker of the International Police are on their trail…
Whitley is beginning to have feelings for Inspector Blake, but it seems all he cares about is figuring out if she is a Team Plasma spy planted at their school. A chorus tournament in Castelia City strikes some sour notes when the Seven Sages crash the event. And then, who will save Legendary Pokémon Kyurem from Team Plasma…?
The newest title from Bushiroad Inc — the entertainment company behind Cardfight!! Vanguard, Future Card Buddyfight, Detective Milky Holmes, Weiss Schwarz and other titles – BanGDream! (バンドリ) is a media mix project featuring animated music videos, comics, song releases and much more.
What’s more, the voice cast for the characters of BanGDream! also perform in concerts in real-life as the girls’ band “Poppin’Party”.
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The sparkling, heart racing high school life begins!
Having charmed her way into the hearts of Rimi, Otae and (secretly) Arisa, Kasumi is now bursting with anticipation for their live concert! As fate would have it, the girls cross paths with a schoolmate at the music store, who has a stunning revelation for them! The final member of Poppin’ Party is about to take the stage, but only if she finds the courage to let go of her past. Dont miss the thrilling, sparkling finale of PoPiPa’s origin story!
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!
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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!
Summary of the book
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.
Summary of the book
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!
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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
