<Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Start of the "Shonen" Serialization>
Limited Edition First Edition! A First in "Tetsujin" History!
The original serialized version, featuring a B5 magazine size and a B6 discreet bonus, has finally been reprinted!!
Celebrating its 60th anniversary since its debut in Kobunsha's monthly "Shonen" magazine in July 1956, this monumental sci-fi manga for boys is finally being resurrected in a reprint that recreates the original magazine run for the first time!
"Tetsujin 28-go," a storied 10-year serialization, has been published in numerous tankobon volumes, but each version has been extensively revised by the author, leaving many aspects of the original magazine serialization mysterious for fans.
For this edition, the pages of "Shonen" have been restored (image quality restored) and reprinted exactly as they were in the magazine, including the size. It's no exaggeration to say that this epic work has been revealed in its entirety for the first time. This edition features the same large B5 format as when it was serialized, recreating not only the color pages but also numerous B6 bonus supplements in their original format. This masterpiece, which captivated Shonen readers nationwide along with Tezuka Osamu's Astro Boy, is being reprinted for the first time in its original version, presented in a luxurious box that captures the spirit of the era!
Each box contains one B5-sized volume compiling the serialized portion of the Shonen magazine and over a dozen B6-sized bonus supplements. The thrilling reading experience of the time, where the story continues from the magazine to the bonus supplements, can only be experienced in this format.
Not only the title pages of each serialized chapter, but nearly half of the manga itself is printed in two- or four-color. The large B5 size and overwhelming impact of the volume make it a luxury on a completely different level from previous Tetsujin volumes. In particular, many of the cover art for the bonus supplements and the front cover art by Yokoyama himself are truly "mysterious" gems, available only here. The book faithfully reproduces the one-shot stories from the special editions, the pop-up 3D manga and 3D glasses, and Tetsujin-related advertisements.
This is your first and last chance to get your hands on this coveted original reprint, packed with the passion and excitement of the Showa era and the essence of this hugely popular monthly magazine that led the way in boys' culture. Don't miss out!!
★5 Key Features of This Book★
1. For the first time ever, the original magazine serialization is reproduced in a stunning, B5+B6 format.
2. All color pages are reproduced, including the elusive frontispiece and bonus cover art.
3. The 3D manga, 3D glasses, and Tetsujin-related advertisements are faithfully reproduced.
4. The magazine serialization order is maintained, including the special editions.
5. Purchase all volumes to win a special bonus! We are considering offering an ultra-rare "Shonen" supplement from the time of the serialization. (Details about the bonus items will be announced on the Fukankan.com website as soon as they are finalized.)
B5 size (B5 magazine + B6 bonus booklet) / Comes in a luxurious presentation box / First edition limited edition / 7 units (approx. 1,000 pages each)
*The above information is current as of November 2016. It may be subject to change. Thank you for your understanding.
*The cover design is a temporary one and may differ from the actual product.
(c) Hikari Production
Publishing cooperation: Kobunsha