Forty-five of Japan’s leading manga artists illustrate Star Wars! Explore the galaxy through the beautiful artwork of 45 outstanding Japanese manga artists and illustrators, including Akira Himekawa, Kamome Shirahama, and Taiyo Matsumoto. Celebrating the universal appeal of these iconic characters and their timeless stories, this collection presents each artist’s unique tribute to the Star Wars universe and is a must-have for fans of Star Wars and manga alike!

Musica Nostra is a collaborative work where various mangaka draw and/ or write about music and bands that inspire them, published in the Grand Jump. It includes Urasawa's musings about guitarists and playing guitar; his traveling to Sunset Sound in Los Angeles to record a song with Mike Viola and Jim Keltner, the latter of which sends a picture of Urasawa's The Beatles manga to Ringo Starr, and why their performance is credited to "Monaka"; Urasawa seeing Neil Young and Paul McCartney perform at Desert Trip; his meeting with Jack Oliver and depicting how the English record executive started working at Apple Records. *Note: this manga includes written chapters and drawn chapters, and never got a total volume release. This entry includes only the manga chapters.*

Chizuru has no idea why she was suddenly transferred to the secretarial department of her company until she has a one-on-one meeting with the Chair of the Board. Apparently, she's supposed to help make the hot-but-womanizing Executive Director Soji Hayama get married within a year. Chizuru tries as hard as she can to nudge Soji toward one of his fianc?e candidates, but to no avail. He doesn't seem to want to get married at all. In fact, he keeps giving Chizuru special treatment, and now people think she's the one he wants to marry! Thanks to him, her life is full of drama now, but little by little, she finds herself drawn to him... A Cinderella story between an office worker who's "just your average girl" and a rich, hot, womanizer! (Source: Renta!)

When Zach and Tess got married, everyone was overjoyed and thought they were the perfect couple. Quiet, strong and reliable Zach was looking for a wife, while hardworking single mother Tess needed a new husband to support her family. But Tess secretly pines for another man. Too bad Zach has caught on. (Source: Renta!)

Featuring the stunning work of Kiyotaka Haimura! This collection of illustrations, rough sketches, and more is sure to please any diehard lovers of the beautiful artwork decorating the covers and pages of Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? On the Side: Sword Oratoria! Included are a long format interview between Kiyotaka Haimura and the author Fujino Omori, an exclusive short story, and illuminating scribbled commentary by Kiyotaka throughout!

This anthology presents the first English translation of a selection of twelve short stories from the comics anthology popocomi (vol 1—5 + one special edition), published irregularly by Japanese bookstore and gallery Popotame. Each of the twelve different artists offer their own unique perspective on manga in these original works. 1. Winter Break 2029 by [MISSISSIPPI](https://mangabaka.org/author/wt6wmo5/mississippi) 2. The Spirit of the Beehive by [YOKOYAMA Yu](https://mangabaka.org/author/nnm7klg/yokoyama-yuu) 3. Desucha on the Road: Shank's Mare by [FUJIMURA Izumi](https://mangabaka.org/author/2nlxq5n/fujimura-izumi) 4. In a Worm-Eaten Town by [NAKADA Ikumi](https://mangabaka.org/author/x25uipu/nakada-ikumi) 5. ILLNESS by [MASCO Eri](https://mangabaka.org/author/ls9epc6/masco-eri) 6. Playing with a Weirdo by [KAYA Hiroya](https://mangabaka.org/author/yfl3he9/kaya-hiroya) 7. The Month of May and Outer Space and Light and Women by [FURUGORI Kanako](https://mangabaka.org/author/a63mo43/furugori-kanako) 8. News from the Smelting Furnace by [YOSHIDA Waka](https://mangabaka.org/author/n9te57s/yoshida-waka) 9. The Passion of the Workshop by [Nerunodaisuki](https://mangabaka.org/author/asiehi3/neruno-daisuki) 10. Neutral by [TAKAHASHI Yuki (II)](https://mangabaka.org/author/ejypdh1/takahashi-yuki-ii) 11. From the Book Shop by [DAKE Maiko](https://mangabaka.org/author/a5lugyk/dake-maiko) 12. Outdoor Lights by [SAKATA Kiyoko](https://mangabaka.org/author/myjptxj/sakata-kiyoko) For vol. 2: Anthology of thirteen Japanese and Korean artists. The subtitle is “Some world somewhere, somewhere in the world”. We all live in our own different worlds, but we can feel like we're living in the same world by liking the same artist, reading the same comic. A5, paperback, glossy cover, b/w 98 pages. Artists: Younggeun Byun, Maiko Dake, Imjina, Sayaka Ishiyama, Heny Kim, Inori Kito, Yoonhee Lee, merry-mj, MISSISSIPPI, Akiko Miyakoshi, Ikumi Nakada, Tsuchika Nishimura, OOO Note: A Japanese 2-in-1 volume also came out.

**Part One:** "Recycled Brain" delves into a world where humanity has unlocked the ability to create custom life forms, including Pegasus or Dragon. The story follows Hayate Yamano, a guide in a unique "theme park" where visitors can interact with fantastical creatures. However, the idyllic setting is shattered when a group of cultists launches a surprise attack, sparking a conflict that threatens civilization itself. As tensions rise and hidden truths come to light, Hayate finds himself at the forefront of a moral and existential crisis. As civilization teeters on the brink of chaos, Hayate and his friend, Vine, must grapple with profound ethical questions and make decisions that will shape the course of humanity's future. "Recycled Brain" expertly blends cutting-edge scientific concepts with thrilling narrative twists, offering readers a thought-provoking exploration of the boundaries between science, ethics, and human nature. "Recycled Brain" is a must-read for fans of science fiction and speculative thrillers, offering an unforgettable journey into a world where the line between reality and imagination is blurred. Be prepared to be immersed in a riveting tale of adventure, discovery, and the power of choice.

"At last, now I can personally protect you, Ruka." She thought that he was a dependable bodyguard she could trust until she realized the weight of his obsessive love. Ruka, an office worker nearing thirty, is overwhelmed by her lack of dating experience. She has a bigger issue on her hands, though, when Jun, a bodyguard from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, shows up at her apartment, saying, "I've been assigned to provide you with 24/7 protection." The truth is, Ruka is the prime minister's illegitimate daughter, and Jun has been assigned to protect her from a potential terrorist attack. She's thrown off by the sudden turn of events, yet her heart can't help but flutter as she spends every moment under the watch of a handsome man. However, it seems that Jun has been "protecting" Ruka for much longer than she'd initially thought...! [Original Manga](https://comic.iowl.jp/titles/237361) [Official English](https://coolmic.me/titles/7840)

Toile is a WEB Yuri Anthology featuring many established Yuri mangaka.

Yuri anthology about working adults. 1) **Koucha to Mirukuti** (紅茶とミルクティ, Tea Brown and Milk Tea) \[Tokuwotsumu\] 2) **Shiranai kao, Misenai kao** (知らない顔、見せない顔, Unknown Face, Unshown Face) \[Kanarashi\] 3) **Majo no Shigoto** (魔女のお仕事, The Witch's Work) \[Canno\] 4) **Kiritani-san to Sasaki-san** (桐谷さんと佐々木さん, Kiritani-san and Sasaki-san) \[Kitao Taki\] 5) **Kinmu Jikangai Renai** (勤務時間外恋愛, After-Hours Love) \[Yamamotomamo\] 6) **Tokyo Maigo Days** (TOKYO 迷子 DAYS, Stray Sheep in Tokyo) \[Riru\] 7) **Ogawa-san to Watashi** (オガワさんと私, Ogawa-san and I) \[Nega\] 8) **Ienai Kotoba** (言えない言葉, The Words You Can't Say) \[Ajiichi\] 9) **Department** (デパートメント) \[Akitsu Nayuko\] 10) **Hana wa Arashi** (花は嵐, A Flower in the Storm) \[Takemiya Jin\] 11) **Tada no Kinyou no Yoru** (ただの金曜の夜, A Normal Friday Night) \[Mochigetsu Kaiko\]

1. *Tone to Makoto wa Tokidoki Koibito* “Let’s kiss.” The one who Mr. can’t-get-himself-a-girlfriend Makoto proposed this to is none other than his friend Tone...?! 2. *Tone to Makoto wa Honto no Koibito*