“I'm in love with him. With the sweltering afternoon sun beating down on her in an apartment room, Reiko Kujirai comes to a realization: In her heart is both a sense of nostalgia toward and romantic affection for her coworker Hajime Kudou. Reiko's feelings, previously hidden away, are turning into a secret desire that might just carry a stunning truth about her world. If ever there was a picture-perfect love story…” (Yen Press)
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Jun Mayuzuki's latest series is a peculiar amalgamation of multiple genres, resulting in making it difficult to quantify exactly what “Kowloon Generic Romance” is trying to establish itself as after three volumes. Undeniably, romance is the underlying theme that pushes the story forward, but there is a mystery surrounding protagonist Reiko's memory including a cult-like corporation that deals in medicine, and a constantly shifting...
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Jun Mayuzuki's latest series is a peculiar amalgamation of multiple genres, resulting in making it difficult to quantify exactly what “Kowloon Generic Romance” is trying to establish itself as after three volumes. Undeniably, romance is the underlying theme that pushes the story forward, but there is a mystery surrounding protagonist Reiko's memory including a cult-like corporation that deals in medicine, and a constantly shifting...
- 4/17/2023
- by Adam Symchuk
- AsianMoviePulse
New York, NY (4/4/23)—In their latest announcement of featured guests at this year's event, the Toronto Comic Arts Festival announced the attendance of Jun Mayuzuki, the acclaimed creator of Kowloon Generic Romance and After the Rain. A year after Jun Mayuzuki was a featured artist at the Angoulême International Comics Festival, she now receives even more international recognition as a featured guest at one of the most respected comics organizations in the world. As a Tcaf guest, Jun Mayuzuki joins an elite and exclusive club of manga-ka that includes the likes of Taiyo Matsumoto, Junji Ito, and Inio Asano.
“This will be my first time ever in Canada, and to be able to visit in this manner is such a happy surprise,” said Jun Mayuzuki. “Thank you for inviting me. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone!”
The Toronto Comic Arts Festival takes place in Toronto, Ontario, from April 29 to 30. For more information,...
“This will be my first time ever in Canada, and to be able to visit in this manner is such a happy surprise,” said Jun Mayuzuki. “Thank you for inviting me. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone!”
The Toronto Comic Arts Festival takes place in Toronto, Ontario, from April 29 to 30. For more information,...
- 4/5/2023
- by Adam Symchuk
- AsianMoviePulse
“Welcome to Kowloon Walled City: a dystopian townscape where the people are brimming with nostalgia, and where the past, present, and future converge. Amid the hidden emotions and extraordinary daily lives of the men and women working in its confines, a tale of romance begins to unfold for real estate agent Reiko Kujirai—one that feels as familiar as Kowloon itself…”(Yen Press)
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Looking at Jun Mayuzuki’s “Kowloon Generic Romance” and how it blends multiple genres while purposely leaving out key details, readers may be under the allusion that the title is either convoluted or too disjointed. There are elements of science fiction with an ominous structure looming in the sky that has shaped the culture of the city, the hint of psychological trauma through abstract narrative devices, and, of course, a ‘generic’ romance. In fact,...
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Looking at Jun Mayuzuki’s “Kowloon Generic Romance” and how it blends multiple genres while purposely leaving out key details, readers may be under the allusion that the title is either convoluted or too disjointed. There are elements of science fiction with an ominous structure looming in the sky that has shaped the culture of the city, the hint of psychological trauma through abstract narrative devices, and, of course, a ‘generic’ romance. In fact,...
- 11/29/2022
- by Adam Symchuk
- AsianMoviePulse
Yen Press, LLC announced a slate of upcoming releases that includes manga (Tsubaki-chou Lonely Planet; Kowloon Generic Romance;and Tales of the Kingdom), novels, and the highly anticipated release of the Delicious in Dungeon guidebook titled Delicious in Dungeon: The Adventurer’s Bible. All announced titles are scheduled for July 2022 release.
Tsubaki-chou Lonely Planet
Story and Art by Mika Yamamori
Fumi Oono, second-year high school student. Stuck with the debts of her father, she needs a job—fast. While she did indeed manage to find one as a housekeeper for The Akatsuki Kibikino, it leaves much to be desired. After all, the novelist has a mean glare and an even worse attitude…And on top of that, she has to live with him?!
From Mika Yamamori, the creator of shojo favorite Daytime Shooting Star, comes Tsubaki-chou Lonely Planet, a comedic tale filled with gorgeous artwork that is sure to please fans of the category.
Tsubaki-chou Lonely Planet
Story and Art by Mika Yamamori
Fumi Oono, second-year high school student. Stuck with the debts of her father, she needs a job—fast. While she did indeed manage to find one as a housekeeper for The Akatsuki Kibikino, it leaves much to be desired. After all, the novelist has a mean glare and an even worse attitude…And on top of that, she has to live with him?!
From Mika Yamamori, the creator of shojo favorite Daytime Shooting Star, comes Tsubaki-chou Lonely Planet, a comedic tale filled with gorgeous artwork that is sure to please fans of the category.
- 1/29/2022
- by Adam Symchuk
- AsianMoviePulse
Akira Tachibana (Nana Komatsu) is a 17-year-old high school student. She was once a promising athlete, but an injury has prevented her from taking part in track and field. One day, Akira Tachibana goes to a family restaurant and the manager talks to her in a tender voice. This makes Akira Tachibana begin working part-time at the restaurant. The manager is 45-year-old Masami Kondo (Yo Oizumi) and he is divorced with a child. Akira Tachibana falls in love with him.
‘After the Rain’ is based on manga series “Koi wa Ameagari no You ni” by Jun Mayuzuki. Director Akira Nakai’s previous film ‘Teiichi: Battle of Supreme High’ is a manga adaptation, too.
‘After the Rain’ is based on manga series “Koi wa Ameagari no You ni” by Jun Mayuzuki. Director Akira Nakai’s previous film ‘Teiichi: Battle of Supreme High’ is a manga adaptation, too.
- 5/25/2018
- by Patrick Hofmeister
- AsianMoviePulse
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