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CULTURAL
50 THINGS WE LOVE
ABOUT JAPAN
From aisatsu to kaiten-zushi, Nihon is
number one when it comes to things
that are cool. This fun little book
features full-color manga illustrations
and delightful prose to offer the rest
of the world a glimpse at what the
Japanese love most about the country
they call home.
N/R • #9784921205089 • 112 pgs • $9.99
CENTURY OF BLACK
SHIPS, THE
For nearly a century, Japanese writers
gave voice to the anxieties of a nation
headed inexorably towards war.
Beginning with US Navy Commodore
Matthew C. Perry’s fi rst visit to Japan
in 1853, Japanese novelists and
military analysts produced a dizzying
combination of prophetic visions of
this coming confl ict, creating a massive
body of popular works through which
Japan would debate its own passage,
however violently, into the modern,
globalized era.
Released 4/21/09
N/R • #9781421529172 • 450 pgs • $20.95
JAPANESE BEYOND
WORDS
Barriers of culture and social etiquette
can be just as diffi cult to overcome
as grammar. Until now, these aspects
of learning to communicate with a
new culture could only be learned by
trial and error. This book fi lls the gap
and gives you the tools you need to
effectively communicate in Japanese,
with the Japanese.
ALL • #9781933330525 • 200 pgs • $16.95
MANGA SISTERS
Saori and Misato Takarai are more than
just manga artists - they are real-life
manga sisters. The two grew up in Tokyo
and now, as young adults, they have
The Palette of 12 Secret Colors © 2003 Nari Kusakawa/HAKUSENSHA, INC.
teamed up to offer this lighthearted
look at the very special relationship
shared by sisters everywhere. Plus,
Manga Sisters features text in both
English and Japanese, making it a
fun way for readers to learn either
language.
N/R • #9784921205188 • 96 pgs • $9.99
SAMURAI WISDOM:
LESSONS FROM JAPAN’S
WARRIOR CULTURE
Samurai Wisdom, authored by the
scholar Yamaga Soko or his disciples,
provides the core ideals and lessons
that taught the samurai how to lead a
proper life under the martial philosophy
of bushido. Yamaga’s writings inspired
the transformation of the samurai from
a feudal warrior class to a group with
great intellectual, political and ethical
leadership and infl uence.
Released 4/30/09
N/R • #9780804840088 • 256 pgs • $24.95
SUN TZU’S THE ART OF
WAR
Sun Tzu’s Art of War is perhaps the
best known and highly regarded treatise
on strategy ever written. Although its
wisdom is over two thousand years
old, its principles are timeless for
today’s boardroom battlefi elds. Thirteen
sections present incisive strategems
from assessing the foe to proper
treatment of troops to espionage.
N/R • #0804830800 • 128 pgs • $12.95
THE TALE OF GENJI
The Tale of Genji marks the birth of
the novel - and after more than a
millennium, this seminal work about the
life and loves of Prince Genji continues
to enchant readers throughout the
world. This version of the classic tale
is told via beautifully illustrated artwork
from Yoshitaka Amano.
Hardcover Edition
N/R • #DHGN1595820639 • 80 pgs • $18.71
The Palette of 12 Secret Colors
YAKUZA MOON:
MEMOIRS OF A
GANGSTER’S DAUGHTER
Born into the family of a wealthy
yakuza boss, Shoko Tendo lives her
early years in luxury. But labeled “the
yakuza kid,” she is the victim of bullying
and discrimination from teachers
and classmates at school and of her
father’s drunken rages at home. The
family falls into debt, and Tendo falls in
with the wrong crowd. After the death
of her parents and her own attempt at
suicide, Tendo turns her life around.
Released 5/31/09
N/R • #9784770030863 • 216 pgs • $11.95
JAPANESE
COOKING
COMPLETE BOOK OF SUSHI
A defi nitive collection of traditional,
contemporary and innovative recipes
for lovers of this Japanese cuisine.
Fresh and delicious, sushi is one of the
healthiest foods you can eat, as it’s low
in fat and high in essential vitamins
and minerals. Aesthetically pleasing,
sushi is also surprisingly simple to
make. This practical book will show you
how to create beautiful and elegant
sushi dishes with ease.
ALL • #0794603165 • 240 pgs • $29.95
EASY JAPANESE COOKING:
DONBURI MANIA
Donburi is a style of Japanese cuisine
that features savory dishes served over
white rice. Easy Japanese Cooking:
Donburi Mania is the fi rst in a planned
fi ve-volume series presenting recipes of
popular Japanese dishes that are easy
and quick to prepare.
ALL • #9781934287491 • 96 pgs • $14.95
JAPANESE COOKING:
A SIMPLE ART
Since its release twenty-fi ve years
ago, Shizuo Tsuji’s encyclopedic and
authoritative work has been the
acknowledged “bible” of Japanese
cooking. Unrivaled in its comprehensive
explanation of ingredients, tools, and
techniques, this book guides readers
through recipes with clear prose,
while technical points are made
understandable with deftly executed
line drawings.
25th Anniversary Edition
ALL • #9784770030498 • 512 pgs • $45.00
MANGA COOKBOOK
An illustrated step-by-step guide to
preparing simple Japanese dishes
using ingredients found in every
Western kitchen. Learn to identify and
make the same things you see in all
your favorite manga: authentic onigiri,
yakitori, oshinko, udon, okonomiyaki
and many others!
N/R • #9784921205072 • 160 pgs • $14.99
SUSHI BOOK
The Sushi Book features everything
about sushi: how to choose, order,
and eat it; how to make it at home;
the history, evolution, and art of sushi;
how to become a sushi chef; and even
nutritional value, health, and safety
concerns. Also includes a pronunciation
guide together with a 39-page sushi
glossary and a reverse dictionary for
identifying and ordering sushi.
Color Released 4/30/09
N/R • #9781934159002 • 269 pgs • $18.95
SUSHI LOVER’S COOKBOOK
The Sushi Lover’s Cookbook is sure
to fi re the imagination of the beginner
sushi cook and to stoke the passions of
the experienced cook who had thought
they’d tried everything. People who are
fanatic about their sushi will fi nd much
to love in this exquisitely illustrated
cookbook, which features traditional
favorite sushi recipes - such as Inside-
Out Rolls, Nigiri Sushi, Hand Rolls, Inari
Sushi (Tofu Pouches) - as well as exciting
new recipes with international fl air.
Color Released 6/30/09
ALL • #9784805309155 • 176 pgs • $34.95
TRAVEL
AKIBA, THE: A MANGA
GUIDE TO AKIHABARA
The Akihabara district (Akiba) in Tokyo,
once known as the spot for discount
electronics stores, has become a
veritable theme park of Japanese pop
culture. With shops of all kinds, gaming
centers, clubs, bars, and restaurants
packed into an area of just 700 square
meters, the Akiba can be a daunting
place to navigate. This guidebook
presents the wonderfully eccentric
appeal of the district in an easy-tounderstand
and entertaining format.
N/R • #9784889962499 • 96 pgs • $19.95
LITTLE TOKYO
SUBWAY GUIDEBOOK
This handy book is designed to help
readers confi dently navigate the
convenient but complicated Tokyo
subway system. Included are colorcoded
diagrams of all thirteen Tokyo
subway lines; information on ticketing,
tourist fares, and commuter passes;
a landmark fi nder; an exit fi nder; and
full-color maps that include national
railway, Yokohama, and airport
connections. Also included are useful
words and phrases, a guide to signs,
and where to go for help.
ALL • #9784896844573 • 96 pgs • $9.95
TO JAPAN WITH LOVE: A
TRAVEL GUIDE FOR THE
CONNOISSEUR
From crawling through Buddha’s nose
at Todaiji Temple to fi nding peace in
Hiroshima, discover the secrets of savvy
expatriates, seasoned travelers, and
inspired locals. With its unique insights
into dining, shopping, sightseeing, and
culture, To Japan With Love is a one-ofa-kind
guide for the passionate traveler.
Color Released 4/30/09
N/R • #9781934159057 • 275 pgs • $21.95
ANIME & FILM
GUIDES
ANIME ART OF
HAYAO MIYAZAKI
This critical study of Miyazaki’s work
begins with an analysis of the visual
conventions of manga, Japanese
comic books, and anime; an overview
of Japanese animated fi lms; and
a consideration of the techniques
deployed by both traditional cel and
computer animation. It also details
Miyazaki’s early forays into comic books
and animation, and his output prior to
his founding of Studio Ghibli.
N/R • #9780786423699 • 212 pgs • $35.00
ANIME INTERSECTIONS:
TRADITION AND
INNOVATION IN THEME
AND TECHNIQUE
Examines the artistic development of
anime, from its origins as a subset
of the Japanese fi lm industry to its
modern-day status as one of the most
popular forms of animation worldwide.
The main body of the text comprises
nine chapters, each of which is devoted
to a detailed analysis of a chosen
production and explores the technical
and thematic developments pioneered
in works such as Ninja Scroll, Perfect
Blue, and Howl’s Moving Castle.
N/R • #9780786432349 • 218 pgs • $35.00
ART OF
STUDIO GAINAX
Formed by a small group of university
students in the early 1980s, Studio
Gainax is now one of the most
adventurous and widely esteemed
anime companies on the scene.
This documentation of the studio’s
achievements provides a critical overview
of both the company and its fi lms.
N/R • #9780786433766 • 240 pgs • $35.00
ASTRO BOY AND ANIME
COME TO THE AMERICAS
In 1963 “Tetsuwan Atom” was acquired
by NBC. Fred Ladd adapted the show for
American television, rechristened Astro
Boy, and it was an overnight sensation.
Astro Boy’s popularity sparked a new
industry, and Ladd went on to adapt
numerous Japanese animated imports
for American release. He here provides
an insider’s view of the creation of what
has blossomed into an ongoing cultural
and media phenomenon. By Fred Ladd.
N/R • #9780786438662 • 222 pgs • $35.00
BAT-MANGA!
THE SECRET HISTORY
OF BATMAN IN JAPAN
In 1966, during the height of the fi rst
Batman craze, a weekly Japanese
manga anthology for boys, Shonen
King, licensed the rights to commission
its own Batman and Robin stories. A
year later, the stories stopped. They
were never collected in Japan, and
never translated into English. Now,
hundreds of pages of Batman-manga
comics more than four decades old are
translated for the fi rst time, appearing
alongside photographs of the world’s
most comprehensive collection of
vintage Japanese Batman toys.
Hardback Edition
N/R • #9780375425455 • 384 pgs • $60.00
Paperback Edition
N/R • #9780375714849 • 352 pgs • $29.95
BLEACH
>SOULS CHARACTER BOOK
Contains extensive information on the
characters and storylines from Bleach
volumes 1-21. It also includes an
exclusive poster, bonus manga, the
original Bleach one-shot story and an
interview with creator Tite Kubo.
13+ • #9781421520537 • 328 pgs • $11.24
CINEMA OF
MAMORU OSHII:
FANTASY, TECHNOLOGY
AND POLITICS
This book is an analytical survey of
Oshii’s cinematic works from the early
years of his career through his 21stcentury
productions, including Beautiful
Dreamer and the acclaimed Ghost in
the Shell. The author examines these
and other Oshii productions in relation
to the Carnivalesque movement,
technopolitics and the director’s postrobotic
vision.
N/R • #9780786427642 • 256 pgs • $35.00
GENSHIKEN
>OFFICIAL BOOK
Covers virtually every aspect of the
series, from cosplay bare-skin rules
to the otaku must-have anime - plus
games, games, games (including fi ght
games and girly games) and how to
hunt down the best ones. Also includes
an exclusive full-color poster, Kujibiki
Unbalance trading cards, a brand-new
story set in the world of Genshiken,
and more!
16+ • #9780345504029 • 208 pgs • $12.71
MANHWA 100
A compilation of 100 comics that
represent the Korean comic book
industry. You’ll fi nd synopses, important
details, and other key information about
the works, as well as brief introductions
to the creators. The selections are
divided into girls’ comics, boys’ comics,
general comics, and webcomics.
N/R • #9781600099519 • 248 pgs • $14.99
SCHOOLGIRL MILKY
CRISIS: ADVENTURES
IN THE ANIME &
MANGA TRADE
Mixing reviews, cultural commentary,
insights into manga and anime,
interviews and profi les of Japan’s top
creators, and hilarious insider stories
from the anime trade, Jonathan
Clements is your guide to this fascinating
and often very strange world.
N/R • #9781848560833 • 352 pgs • $14.95
TSUBASA, RESERVOIR
CHRONICLE
>CHARACTER GUIDE
These guides include details on the
characters, worlds, and mysteries of
Tsubasa spanning the graphic novels,
including info on famous characters
from CLAMP’s other works that always
seem to appear in the background.
It also includes a brand-new Tsubasa
short story, an interviews with CLAMP,
games and quizzes, a fan section, preproduction
artwork, and more!
Vol. 1
15+ • #0345494849 • 240 pgs • $9.71
Vol. 2 Released 6/23/09
15+ • #9780345510013 • 240 pgs • $12.74
Jonathan Clements’ latest book is
a collection of columns, speeches,
interviews and more, amassed from
almost twenty years of experience
in anime and the anime-industry.
Incredibly witty and equally
insightful, Clements’ stories read
blazingly fast, and his humorous
take on situations will leave you
grinning long after you’ve put down
the book.
N/R • #9781848560833 • 352 pgs • $14.95
ART BOOKS
BLEACH
>ALL COLOUR BUT THE BLACK
See the world of Bleach in a blast
of color! This art book showcases
creator Tite Kubo’s vibrant illustrations,
including art from volumes 1-19 of the
manga series, plus an annotated art
guide and extra character information.
13+ • #9781421518848 • 100 pgs • $14.99
DAWN: THE WORLDS OF
FINAL FANTASY
For the fi rst time outside Japan, Amano
and Square Enix, Inc., have permitted
the artwork that inspired the designs of
the Final Fantasy games to be published.
In Dawn you will see the development of
the fi rst four games through Amano’s
paintings, detailed line art, and
preliminary sketches. Plus, in a special
afterword, you’ll learn the genesis of this
history-making collaboration.
Hardcover (Color) Released 4/15/09
N/R • #9781593078683 • 116 pgs • $22.46
LET’S FIND POKEMON
Where is Pikachu? Find pokemon in
colorful places and other scenic spots
from the game! Gotta catch ‘em all, but
you have to fi nd them fi rst!
Silver & Gold
ALL • #9781421526980 • 28 pgs • $8.99
Crystal Released 6/2/09
ALL • #9781421526997 • 28 pgs • $8.99
PONYO ON THE CLIFF
BY THE SEA
Relive the story of Ponyo and Sosuke
in this full-color movie art book! Ponyo
on the Cliff by the Sea, loosely based
on Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little
Mermaid, is a hand-drawn featurelength
fi lm. The art of the fi lm involves
not only cel, but also striking watercolor
and pastel concept sketches and layout
pages. Interviews with production
principals about their daring choice to
hand draw a fi lm in the age of CGI and
the screenplay complete the package.
ALL • #9781421530642 • 268 pgs • $26.24
STREET FIGHTER TRIBUTE
Fine art meets martial arts! To
commemorate the 20th anniversary
of the Street Fighter franchise, artists
from all around the globe have come
together to produce this special volume
of original illustrations. Inside are
over 300 pages of brand-new pieces
portraying the Street Fighter cast in a
dizzying array of styles and designs,
from ultra-rendered realistic paintings
through to the abstract and iconic.
Art Book (Color)
N/R • #9781897376980 • 320 pgs • $39.99
HOW TO
DRAW
GA: GEIJUTSUKA ART
DESIGN CLASS
Follow the lives of fi ve senior art
students as they learn color theory
and technique... and have some cute
and colorful life lessons along the way.
With full-color illustrations scattered
throughout, this volume will teach the
reader some art basics as well. Art
class was never this fun!
Vol. 1 Released 4/30/09
13+ • #9780759529038 • 144 pgs • $8.24
HOW TO DRAW SEXY
MANGA BY THE PROS
Do you dream about drawing and
coloring hot manga girls just like a pro?
This three-hour DVD guides you stepby-step
through the process of drawing
body parts, clothes, movement, and
backgrounds, and it explains the
coloring tricks the pros use to achieve
high-quality images. Plus, you’ll fi nd
20 original black-and-white images
that you can download and utilize to
practice your coloring technique!
DVD
17+ • #UW1207 • DUB ONLY • 180 mins • $11.24
MANGA STUDIO 4
Manga Studio Debut 4.0 is your allin-one
solution for stunning, ready-topublish
manga and comics. Invigorate
your artwork using color, express
motion using speed lines, apply
dimension with screen tones, and add
dialog through built-in word balloons.
Manga Studio helps you create
professional manga and comics from
start to fi nish! Professional includes
additional features.
Debut CDROM
N/R • #MSDC40BX2 • $49.99
EX Professional DVDROM
N/R • #MSEC40BX2 • $299.99
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