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Gagaga Bunko
is a light novel publishing imprint affiliated with the Japanese publishing company Shogakukan is a Japanese publisher of comics, magazines, light novels, dictionaries, literature, non-fiction, home media, and other media in Japan. Shogakukan founded Shueisha, which also founded Hakusensha. These are three separate companies, but .... It was established in May 2007. The imprint is aimed at a male audience, while its sister imprint that was established at the same time, Lululu Bunko, is aimed at a female audience. In May 2008, Shogakukan introduced a separate imprint titled Gagaga Bunko R or Gagaga Bunko Revival, which republishes works from the defunct label Super Quest Bunko. Published titles !–9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P R S T V W Y Z References External links * Official website Lululu{{in lang, ja Book publishing company imprints ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Light Novel
A is a type of Genre fiction, popular literature novel from Japan usually classified as young adult fiction, generally targeting Adolescence, teens to Young adult, twenties or older. The definition is very vague, and wide-ranging. The abbreviation of "''raito noberu''" is or, in English, LN. The average length of a light novel is about 50,000 words, and is published in the ''bunkobon'' format (ISO 216, A6, ). Light novels are subject to dense publishing schedules, with new installments being published in three-to-nine-month intervals. Light novels are very commonly illustrated in a manga artstyle, and are often adapted into manga and anime. Whilst most light novels are published only as books, some have their chapters first Serial (literature), serialized monthly in anthology magazines or via the internet as Web fiction#Web novel, web novels before being collected and compiled into book format, similar to how manga is published. Details Plots frequently involve roman ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shoji Gatoh
is a Japanese author and anime screenwriter from Shiga Prefecture, Japan. He is best known for the creation of the ''Full Metal Panic!'' franchise that includes light novels, manga and anime. Gatoh first met with Koichi Chigira by accident when he bumped into him in Shinjuku when he was late for work. Later on, the two were shocked to meet with one another in the Gonzo Digimation office. The two would eventually team up to create the ''Full Metal Panic!'' anime television series. 2019 Greta Thunberg Twitter controversy On December 7, 2019, Shoji Gatoh posted controversial remarks to his Twitter feed in response to an NHK report about teenage environmental activist Greta Thunberg's appearance at COP25, a climate change conference in Spain. The comments read, "I hate that kid. If I was the ruler of the world, I would steal everything from her, knock her into the depths of despair and ridicule her. On top of that, I'd feed her a delicious, piping hot steak and watch her shed bitt ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kantoku (illustrator)
is a Japanese illustrator and character designer. He was born in Hyogo Prefecture and lives in Saitama Prefecture. Profile The word " kantoku" literally means "director" in Japanese. He got his pen name during university days where he was told that his method of teaching was "like an indecent (movie) director." Works Illustrations Light novels *''Matte te, Fujimori-kun!'' - Karuta Ichijō (2006, Fujimi Mystery Bunko) *'' The "Hentai" Prince and the Stony Cat.'' - Sō Sagara (2010, MF Bunko J) *'' Boku wa Tomodachi ga Sukunai Universe'' (anthology novel, cover illustration) - Yomi Hirasaka (2011, MF Bunko J) *'' Shinkyoku Sōkai Polyphonica Aphonic Songbird'' - Ichirō Sakaki (2012, GA Bunko) *'' A Sister's All You Need'' - Yomi Hirasaka (2015, Gagaga Bunko) *'' Sonna Sekai wa Kowashite Shimae: Qualidea Code'' - Sō Sagara (2015, MF Bunko J) *'' Märchen Mädchen'' - Tomohiro Matsu & StoryWorks (2017, Dash X Bunko) *'' A Salad Bowl of Eccentrics'' - Yomi Hirasaka (2021, G ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yomi Hirasaka
Yomi Hirasaka (平坂読, ''Hirasaka Yomi'') is a Japanese writer, best known for his light novels and manga series ''Haganai'' and '' A Sister's All You Need''. His pseudonym is derived from Yomotsu Hirasaka. Career Hirasaka's works are primarily described as romantic comedies with slice of life elements, which feature a mismatched ensemble cast that gradually finds common ground. Upon winning the first MF Bunko J Light Novel Rookie Award of Excellence in 2004, Hirasaka debuted professionally with the novel ''Haunted!'' (ホーンテッド!). His series ''Ranobe-bu'' (ラノベ部) reached first place in the ''Kono Light Novel'' poll in 2010 as voted by light novel fans while ''Haganai'' (僕は友達が少ない), Hirasaka's most successful work, reached second place in the same poll the following year. ''Haganai'', which debuted in August 2009 and ran through August 2015, later became the best-selling light novel in 2011; it received an anime adaption the same year. The se ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Henjin No Salad Bowl
is a Japanese light novel series written by Yomi Hirasaka and illustrated by Kantoku. The story takes place in Gifu, where Hirasaka comes from. It began publication in October 2021 under Shogakukan's Gagaga Bunko imprint. As of April 2025, eight volumes have been released. A manga adaptation illustrated by has been serialized in Shogakukan's ' website from September 2022 to December 2024, with its chapters collected into six volumes. An anime television series adaptation produced by SynergySP and Studio Comet aired from April to June 2024. Plot When the Ofim Empire falls in a rebellion, Princess Sara Da Odin and her knight Livia Do Udis escape through a portal to Earth, but are separated. Sara is taken in by the detective Sōsuke Kaburaya while Livia becomes a homeless person. Sara assists Sōsuke in his cases with some eccentric clients. Characters ; : :A 13-year-old princess from another world who ends up living with Sōsuke. She can use magic. She becomes a fan of ''C ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hayate No Gotoku!
is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kenjiro Hata. It was serialized in Shogakukan's ''Weekly Shōnen Sunday'' magazine from October 2004 to April 2017. Shogakukan released 52 volumes in Japan from February 2005 to June 2017. Viz Media publishes an English edition in North America. The manga is about a boy who starts a new job as a butler and the events he experiences with his employer. The style of the manga has a comedic gag with a slight harem feel and constantly breaks the fourth wall. The series includes numerous references to other anime, manga, video games, and popular culture. A 52-episode anime adaptation of the manga by SynergySP aired between April 2007 and March 2008 on TV Tokyo. A second, 25-episode anime season by J.C.Staff aired between April and September 2009. Bandai Entertainment licensed the first anime series in 2008, but the series went out of print in 2012. An anime film adaption produced by Manglobe was released in August 2011. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hikaru Sugii
is a Japanese light novel author. In 2005, his debut work ''Hime no Miko'' won the Silver Prize at the 12th Dengeki Novel Prize. Works Source: * Hime no Miko (Dengeki Bunko, February 2006 –) * Kami-sama no Memo-chō (Dengeki Bunko, 9 Volumes, January 2007 – September 10, 2014) * Sayonara Piano Sonata (Dengeki Bunko, 4 Volumes + 1 Bonus, November 2007 – October 2009) * Shizume no Itaka (Ichijinsha Bunko, May 2008 –) * Sakura Familia! (Ichijinsha Bunko, August 2008 –) * Bakerano! (GA Bunko, September 2008 –) * The Sword Queen and The Branded Child (MF Bunko J, April 2009 –) * Subete no Ai ga Yurusareru Shima (Media Works Bunko, December 2009) * Shion no Ketsuzoku (Ichijinsha Bunko, March 2010 –) * Owaru Sekai no Album (ASCII Media Works, October 2010) * Hanasakeru Aerial Force (Gagaga Bunko, February 2011) * Seitokai Tantei Kirika (Kondansha, 4 Volumes, December 2011 –) * Gakusei Shoujo (楽聖少女) (Dengeki Bunko is a publishing imprint (trade name), impri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
GJ-bu Chūtō-bu
is a Japanese light novel series written by Shin Araki and illustrated by Aruya. An anime television series adaptation animated by Doga Kobo, aired between January 10 and March 28, 2013. A special 46-minute-long OVA was released on May 14, 2014. Plot Shinomiya Kyōya is forced to become a new member of the GJ-bu (lit. GJ Club), an unidentified club that dwells in a room of the former building of a certain school. There he meets four girls: Mao, Megumi, Shion and Kirara. Time flies with these unique girls around. The series follows the everyday, though unusual, antics of this band of friends, where they all fall for him. Characters GJ Club ; : : Nicknamed "Kyoro", Kyōya is the main protagonist of the series. He is the sole male member of GJ-bu, joining the club after being kidnapped by the others. He is a kind and courteous person who is the usual target of the other girls' teasing, frustration and, sometimes, their affection as well. Despite him being completely spineless ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Footmark Days
Footprints are the impressions or images left behind by a person walking or running. Hoofprints and pawprints are those left by animals with hooves or paws rather than feet, while "shoeprints" is the specific term for prints made by shoes. They may either be indentations in the ground or something placed onto the surface that was stuck to the bottom of the foot. A "trackway" is a set of footprints in soft earth left by a life-form; animal tracks are the footprints, hoofprints, or pawprints of an animal. Footprints can be followed when tracking during a hunt or can provide evidence of activities. Some footprints remain unexplained, with several famous stories from mythology and legend. Others have provided evidence of prehistoric life and behaviours. Footprints in detective work The print left behind at a crime scene can give vital evidence to the perpetrator of the crime. Shoes have many different prints based on the sole design and the wear that it has received – this can ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eisen Flügel
is a Japanese light novel series written by Gen Urobuchi and illustrated by Higashiguchi Chūō. The series was published in two volumes under Shogakukan's Gagaga Bunko light novel imprint from July to December 2009. The series was also adapted into a manga series illustrated by Anno Nanakamado, which was serialized from May 2016 to September 2018. An anime film adaptation produced by A-1 Pictures has been announced. Media Light novel Manga A manga adaptation, illustrated by Anno Nanakamado, started serialization in Shogakukan's ' magazine on May 7, 2016, and ran there until the magazine ceased publication on August 7, 2017. The series later moved to Shogakukan's ''MangaONE'' app, where it ran from December 17, 2017, to September 16, 2018. Its chapters were collected in four volumes, released between September 23, 2016 and November 12, 2018. Anime film On September 24, 2022, during the Aniplex Online Fest 2022 event, an anime film adaptation produced by A-1 Pic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
