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The definitive collection of "Doodle King" Terada's amazing one-shot drawings using only a black marker. Containing over 150 illustrations, this book is sewn together so that the page spreads can be opened flat so Terada's work to be seen in a complete form.

Daydream is the long-awaited collection from the unstoppable illustrator, UKUMO uitiUKUMO uiti (pronounced Wukumo Wu Ichi), is well known in the Japanese illustration community. Daydream brings together selected illustrations from the artist's 3 Doujinshi collections, "Dreaming Girls", "The Summer Gate," and "CEH[A/W]," which sold out immediately. Featuring an additional 20 new and original illustrations, this book showcases about 170 illustrations in total. UKUMO creates background illustrations, fantasy art, and illustrations of girls, and has beeen featured in PIE International's Background Illustration series.Fans of Senbon Umimshima, Yogisya, and nekosuke will surely fall in love with UKUMO's illustrations. The book is divided into themed chapters according to the four seasons and events in each one (e.g. New Year's Day, Valentine's Day). Readers can travel through UKUMO's dreamy world while enjoying Japan's four seasons at the same time.

Illustrator Acky Bright's long-awaited commercial debut art book!This book is the first commercial art book from Japanese illustrator Acky Bright, whose work in live drawing events and on social media has been much talked about.His high-profile international activities include working as the main artist on a BMW campaign and exhibiting his work in Beijing, China. He is also set to develop the "cocon" series in collaboration with the up-and-coming Chinese toy manufacturer 52TOYS. Acky Bright's unique worldview, based on manga, anime, and street culture, is gaining popularity both in Japan and overseas.The illustrator's extraordinary skill shines through in his meticulously drawn works with detailed and dynamic compositions. In addition to the artworks, this book includes an interview in which the artist talks about the ideas behind his work in both Japanese and English, so fans overseas can get inside his head, too. Original illustrations, including newly drawn works, appear in large-format, full-page spreads. Whether enjoying these dynamic artworks drawn in black and white as a fan, or using the works' details as a reference, this book is a must-see for those who love manga and anime.

We'll show you everything behind the scenes of the popular game, Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin, with one million units sold worldwide!Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin is a Japanese-style action role-playing simulation video game (RPG) in which the main character becomes stronger by growing fine rice. The beautiful scenery of ancient Japan, the exhilarating action of battling demons, and the wonderfully authentic rice cultivation have created a huge buzz not only in Japan but also around the world.This book contains the production storyboards and artworks, featuring not only the designs of the characters that appear in the game but also the design of small gadgets, weapons, and food, along with the background art that is essential to creating the beautiful Japanese world of the game.An added bonus is detailed explanations from game designer Nal, scenario creator Koichi, and character designer and concept artist Ryota Murayama. This book is a must-have for fans who want to know everything about Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin and for anyone wanting to be a game creator.

The first commercial collection of work by Nanaco Yashiro, an illustrator who has attracted international attention for her fluid lines, vivid colors, and vintage style.Nanaco Yashiro's illustrations feature various motifs such as a woman in a feathered robe from Japanese mythology, a large tiger reminiscent of Arabia, a man in a spacesuit, and concept art for an imaginary movie about heaven and hell that the illustrator created herself and are each drawn sometimes in delicately refined watercolor brushwork and at other times in bold strokes with acrylic gouache. While the themes and motifs may vary, all of them depict Nanaco Yashiro's signature style which is sure to continue fascinating her audience forever. This book contains nearly 120 carefully selected illustrations, including many that have been newly drawn for this book, which are grouped in different themes, such as plants, animals, beautiful women, and fairytales, allowing readers to enjoy the lovely and mysterious world of Yashiro's works. This book will not only appeal to Nanaco Yashiro's current fans but will also captivate those who are new to her beautiful, delicate, and colorful illustrations.

Immerse yourself in the yokai images and their mesmerizing detail showcased over more than 500 pages in this epic collection!Lurking beneath the global obsession with manga and anime, there is a world of Japan's yokai monsters, mutants, and vengeful mononoke spirits, which have long held people's imaginations in their terrifying grip ever since the Edo period (16th-19th centuries). These fearsome creatures are now gathered together in this gorgeous new release that, for the first time ever, shows many enlargements of these masterpieces! Selections include over 60 works chosen from the collection at the Yumoto Koichi Memorial Japan Yokai Museum (Miyoshi Mononoke Museum), Japan's - and, in fact, the world's - only museum specializing in Japanese yokai monsters, each reproduced in high-resolution images with explanations. This compilation provides readers with the rare experience of seeing the brushwork of Edo-era painters like Tsukioka Yoshitoshi in detail firsthand. This is a must-have book for those who love strange worlds and mutant creatures, and for anyone wanting to know more about Japanese yokai monsters.About the Yumoto Koichi CollectionWith over 5,000 works, the Yumoto Koichi Collection is the largest yokai collection in Japan. Spanning from the early modern period to the present day, the collection includes a wide range of artistic genres from paintings and hand-painted scrolls to nishiki-e woodblock prints and handicrafts such as kimono, metalworks, folk art and toys. The donated collection is housed at the Yumoto Koichi Memorial Japan Yokai Museum (Miyoshi Mononoke Museum) in Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, and part of the collection tours the world as part of exhibitions overseas.

Discover unknown worlds in this anthology of illustrations focusing on Science Fiction. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking and astounding futuristic images created by 32 creators.This book is a large-format anthology that introduces 32 contemporary artists and their works depicting near-future and imaginary worlds with a variety of illustration styles and outstanding techniques.Inside you will find a devastated apocalyptic world, a society with advanced science, humans and cities that are a fusion of machines and advanced technology, characters traveling through an infinite universe, novel gadgets with huge potential, and the future that we may have dreamt of during childhood. Enjoy these highlights from the world of science fiction illustration printed in full color and with a beautiful binding. Also, at the end of the book, there is a feature on the method of Atsuya Uki, a visual artist and illustrator who creates unique worlds with his vivid colors and bold compositions.These dramatic and captivating visions invite us to explore unknown worlds and remind us of the discoveries of a future yet to be seen. From the "S"ukoshi "F"ushigi (A Little Weird) world hidden in the daily lives of children, to mysterious creatures and robotic mecha that stir up the imagination, you'll come to appreciate various genres of "S"cience "F"iction worlds.

- Introducing 96 locations in Kyoto.- You can check the beauty of Japanese gardens in all four seasons.- Comes with a explanatory notes, map and the address of the temples and shrines.- Best gift guide for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.- Bilingual text.

The best-selling book of Mushroom Art is now available in a new luxury English edition!Mushroom Botanical Art is a collection of mushroom and fungi paintings by European and Japanese naturalists in 18th to 19th century. The paintings each show the plant in its natural habitat and have been executed in a straightforward natural history illustration style with meticulous attention to detail. Beautiful color plate illustrations of each mushroom will attract both botanical art fans and lovers of mushrooms. It is pleasant to look and appreciate the beauty of these mushrooms, also useful for your own drawing and painting.

A GIANT 512-page collection of Katsuya Terada's RAKUGAKI sketches and illustrations.The one and only legendary illustrator Katsuya Terada, a.k.a. RAKUGAKING (The Sketch King), well known as a pioneer who is always seeking new ideas and motifs for his drawings, has finally revealed his RAKUGAKI sketches and illustrations, long kept only in his sketch book. Although most illustrations in this collection have appeared in Terada's previous international exhibitions (e.g., Giant Robot in Los Angeles), never before has any book collected so many of his RAKUGAKI. This is the best and most comprehensive collection of Katsuya Terada's pencil sketches, making it a must-have book for both his hardcore fans and also to illustrators in general.

The world of mythical creatures born from human imagination is presented in this beautiful collection of artworks that symbolize good luck.Many imaginary animals that are believed to be auspicious symbols of good fortune originated in ancient China. The most famous examples are the "Big Four" the Winged Dragon, the Chinese Phoenix, Qilin (a hooved chimeric creature) and the Spirit Turtle. There are many more featured in this book, however, not only from China, but also from Japan and other regions around the world.Auspicious Animals showcases illustrated artworks, along with sculptures and applied arts, that represent good omens. The collection, totaling around 240 pieces, is accompanied by rich, enjoyable and approachable text. This gorgeous edition featires metallic gold lamination on the cover and makes a great gift or reference for any art lover.

The complete collection of today's most talented animator. Sushio is a Japanese animator and illustrator who started his career as an animator at studio Gainax working their world-famous TV animation series Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995). After drawing animation for many renowned anime series and movies such as One Piece, in 2013 he did the character design of the internationally big hit anime series Kill La Kill which took him to the pinnacle of his career. This book is his long-awaited first commercial collection that looks back over his career to date. It features notable works from Kill La Kill, Gurren Lagann, Momoiro Clover Z, along with a panel illustration of Anime Matsuri 2015, his work overseas for an annual anime convention held in Texas, and much more. This book also features Sushio's illustrations of AKIRA: two original illustrations depicting the imaginary post-AKIRA world, which was officially approved by Katsuhiro Otomo himself, and two illustrations taken from Otomo's tribute book. The illustrations from EVANGELION merchandise for the movie will amaze fans as never-before-seen rare works of Sushio. The book showcases not only full color illustrations but also rare rough sketches that provide an illuminating glimpse into Sushio's creative process. Fans will not want to miss this comprehensive account of one of today's most talented and prodigious animators.

Jinmen-Zoshi (Book of Faces) appeared briefly on the previous book Yokai Wonderland. Since it was the first time this book was introduced many it went viral within the Yokai fan community and demanded us to reveal more content. This was one of the reason we published this book.

A collection of narrative illustrations and stories to enjoy MON's immersive dark fantasy worldview.This collection gathers illustrations full of original stories and settings that let readers immerse themselves in the artist's worldview.Presenting Illustrative Storytelling," a new series from PIE COMIC ART. *Text is in Japanese only.Created by the illustrator MON, who is known for detailed visual depictions of dark fantasy worlds, the first volume tells the story of an explorer who travels from planet to planet investigating traces left by stars.SEEKERS is set on various stars that have degenerated from different causes. The artwork and story narrate the story of an explorer who travels among planets investigating the traces left by stars. Also available on our website are additional pictures with explanations from the series.We hope you will enjoy the beautiful book design with foil embossing.

This issue's cover is by the illustrator MURA Karuki. The issue features an interview and illustration making using CLIP STUDIO PAINT.Also inside, you'll find a beginners' tutorial in COPIC and watercolor markers, acrylic paint, and CLIP STUDIO PAINT, along with how to frame artwork using materials from the 100 yen shop and how to make captions! A conversation between Kuryuu and MINAMINO Aoi is also featured.●Cover: MURA KarukiCLIP STUDIO PAINT illustration making and interview with MURA Karuki.●Illustration Making, Product Trials, and TutorialsSagara Chito (COPIC markers)Karin (STAEDTLER Pigment Brush Pen)Natsume Lemon (Amsterdam Acrylic Color)CLIP STUDIO PAINT Beginners' Tutorial with Shiiro and Asumi YuuraNanakami Mana's 100 yen Illustration Challenge!●ConversationKuryuu × MINAMINO Aoi●InterviewYume●SS Gakuen Creator Competition Project & Posted Illustration CornerHamondo Karei, Karin, Kokeshi, Karasudo ●Serial Illustrationsyufushi, Nanakami Mana●IllustrationTsukisuzu Ran, Shirono, Touno Akari, Amezu, Ham Melon, Mappe, Kaminoku, Ressei Iden, Mizutani Yutaka●SS RAREWazakura Koi and Tonkotsu-sensei●Theme Posts: Favorite Costumes

Outstanding typography introduced in bilingual Japanese and English text, this is a must-have book for anyone involved in design.This book features more than 400 works carefully selected by 14 judges from the Japan Typography Association. With works accepted from all over the world through a public call for submissions, judges chosen from association members and the previous year's Grand Prix winner conducted a rigorous evaluation process to select one Grand Prix winner from all the entries, along with a "Best Work Award" in each category. A "Jury Award" is awarded to works or designers highly rated by the judges from their individual perspectives.This book offers an overview of the latest trends in typography through the 10 categories, including typefaces, logotypes, and symbols, VI, graphics, editorial, research and experimentation and more. Also featured is part of the production process for the best works in each category. This edition is the 45th edition since the series began in 1969 as The Japan Lettering & Typography Annual.

The first artwork collection from illustrator sekuda!Sekuda stylishly depicts people who express themselves just as they are, unbound by gender, through photorealistic portraits with impressive compositions that retain the slightly rough touch of illustration. Approximately 120 artworks are featured, including more than 20 works drawn exclusively for this collection.Filled with the charm of sekuda's works depicting various skin colors, body types and fashions, this book also features illustration making.The cover and contents give a colorful impression. Works inspired by the worldview in movies, which are featured on the PIE Comics website, are also a must see. We hope you enjoy the sense of the mysterious in sekuda's colorfully vivid worldview.

Decipher the history of Japanese people and fishes with authoritative Edo-period illustration collections. This third volume following Flowers of Edo and Birds of Edo turns its focus onto fishes. Mōri Baien was a natural history painter considered to be representative of the Edo period. This book features illustrations of 94 species created by Mōri Baien carefully selected from Baien-Gyofu (Baien Atlas of Fishes) and Baien-Gyohinzusei (Baien Pictorial Encyclopedia of Fishes), explained in bilingual Japanese-English text with information about each fish, such as the origin of its Japanese name, classification, scientific name, etc. In addition, cultural information such as what each fish was used for during the Edo period, the folklore surrounding them, and more are also introduced. This book deciphers one aspect of the profound story of Japanese people living in a seafaring country and fishes.

Demons, sorcerers, ninjas......explaining the origins of Japan's dark heroes from the perspective of Japanese art.In many "dark fantasy" manga and anime, which are hugely popular today, characters use extraordinary abilities to carve out their destiny. In Japanese art, too, characters who can be seen as prototypes of those manga and anime characters with extraordinary abilities, such as sorcerers or samurai who control magical beasts, have often been depicted. There are also works here and there, such as giants who slay demons and eat humans, or people whose hands stretch, that are reminiscent of world famous artworks. This timeless collection focuses mainly on creatures with "extraordinary abilities" who appear in ghost stories and legends from the Edo period and explains the current trends behind anime and manga. Chapter I: Lineage of Figures with Supernatural AbilitiesThe Gathering and Revelry of Supernatural Figures; Arhats, Immortal Hermits, Sorcerers, Japanese Mythological DeitiesChapter II: Astounding Physical PerformancesShape-shifting and Extraordinary Mobility of Beings, Falling between Humans and Non-humansChapter III: Threatening Natural PhenomenaDisastrous Destructibility of Fire, Water, Wind, Thunder, LightChapter IV: Concert of BeastsTerrifying yet Dependable Companions; Fierce, Mythical, Divine and Supernatural BeastsChapter V: Profusion of Supernatural BeingsEmbodiments of Human Desires of Flight, Cloning Selves, Curses, EnchantmentChapter VI: Fantastical BattlesOverflow of Life and Imagination; Demon-slaying, Dragon-slaying, Sorcerers' Duels, Grand Conflicts