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Akira 35th Anniversary Box Set Hardcover – Box set, October 31, 2017

by Katsuhiro Otomo (Author)
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Winner of two 2018 Eisner Awards! Reprinted and available again for a limited time!

An all-new, complete 35th anniversary hardcover box set of one of the most acclaimed and influential comics of all time, with the original Japanese art and right-to-left reading format for the first time! The science fiction epic that changed anime and manga forever is presented in six beautiful hardcover volumes, plus the hardcover Akira Club art book and an exclusive patch with the iconic pill design.

In 1982, Kodansha published the first chapter of Akira, a dystopian saga set in Neo-Tokyo, a city recovering from thermonuclear attack where the streets have been ceded to motorcycle gangs and the rich and powerful run dangerous experiments on destructive, supernatural powers that they cannot control. In 1988, the manga was adapted into what was at the time the most expensive animated film ever made, which brought Akira's influence out of the manga world and onto the global stage. Today, it remains a touchstone for artists, writers, filmmakers, and fans, retaining all the brutal impact and narrative intensity it had when Otomo first unleashed it onto the world.
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  1. Print length
    2532 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Kodansha Comics
  4. Publication date
    October 31, 2017
  5. Dimensions
    13.4 x 11.1 x 13.4 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1632364611
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1632364616
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An award-winning new edition

This new edition of one of the most influential comics ever features all six volumes in a revised translation with new, right-to-left lettering and Otomo's original sound effects, plus the Akira Club art book and an exclusive iron-on patch.

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Multiple Eisner Award winner

At San Diego Comic-Con 2018, the Akira 35th Anniversary box set won two Eisner Awards – the most prestigious awards in comics – for best archival project (comics) and best product design. The set is designed to be the definitive reading experience of Akira and to make a splash on any collector's shelf.

*Best Production Design, Eisner Awards, 2018; Best Archival Project (Comics), Eisner Awards, 2018

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About the Author

Katsuhiro Otomo is best known as the creator of the three-thousand page epic Akira. He also directed the groundbreaking animated feature film of the same name, as well as the acclaimed animated film, Steamboy. Most recently, he directed the live-action Japanese film, Mushishi.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Kodansha Comics; Anniversary edition (October 31, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 2532 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1632364611
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1632364616
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.4 x 11.1 x 13.4 inches
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Customer reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars
3,364 global ratings

Customers say

Customers find the storyline breathtaking and enjoyable. They appreciate the hardcover books, which are long-lasting and works of art. They also love the presentation, readability, and giftability. Readers say the book unpacks a lot of ideas that the film didn't have time to. They mention the art book is a nice addition. Opinions are mixed on the paper thickness, with some finding it thick and others saying it's thin.

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26 customers mention "Storyline"26 positive0 negative

Customers find the storyline breathtaking, science fiction, and fast-paced. They also say it's one of the most influential series in Japan, and the overall box is larger than they expected.

"Quality book. Good story." Read more

"...The overall box is impressively, surprisingly, larger than you might expect from seeing photos...." Read more

"...Loving the art book and the story , he says “the manga is so different from the movie is the best way possible “" Read more

"This is one of my favorite manga, telling a thrilling and original cyberpunk story with gorgeous art and incredible world building...." Read more

15 customers mention "Book binding"15 positive0 negative

Customers find the book binding of the set to be nice. They also appreciate the unique covers and artwork.

"...I found no issues with the binding on any volume in my set and the outer box had no visible damage...." Read more

"...), all of them hardcover with dust covers and well bound. And, of course, the iron-on patch!..." Read more

"...The good:* it's a beautiful, quality box, with hardcover books.* it's right-to-left, which is now the standard for manga.*..." Read more

"This set is really awesome, all of the books are hard cover and come with a dust jacket...." Read more

11 customers mention "Descriptive writing"11 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the attention to detail and the presentation of the book. They also say that all volumes look as expected.

"Kodansha really knocked this one out of the park. There's a attention to detail here that's impressive on multiple levels for Akira/Otomo fans...." Read more

"The box and the mangas have a really nice quality, all the images are so well detailed...." Read more

"...--it's full of artwork from both the manga and the adaptation, reproduced clearly and beautifully...." Read more

"Presentation is incredible, and the feel of the box and books is outstanding. Print quality is great...." Read more

11 customers mention "Readability"11 positive0 negative

Customers find the book easy to read, respects the original Japanese format, and is the best English printing of the series. They also say the scans are much better quality than the DHC version and the screentones are sharp.

"...For those as concerned about this as I was, the text is indeed in English.Note that this was bought new from the first vendor on the list...." Read more

"...it's a beautiful, quality box, with hardcover books.* it's right-to-left, which is now the standard for manga.*..." Read more

"...This is the best version of the Akira English manga, a must have for any fan of wonderful fiction...." Read more

"...I, anyway, give 4 stars as the books are great, it respects the original japanese format and it's, on my opinion, one of the greatest comics ever..." Read more

8 customers mention "Giftability"8 positive0 negative

Customers find the book an amazing gift for Akira fans.

"...And a great package for all akira fans." Read more

"Awesome gift" Read more

"perfect gift for akira fans..." Read more

"Great gift set..." Read more

7 customers mention "Content"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the content of the book to be special and complex. They also mention that the supplementary book with extra material is really special.

"...thrilling and original cyberpunk story with gorgeous art and incredible world building...." Read more

"...this box set makes so much more sense of the story, because it unpacks a lot of ideas that the film didn't have time to...." Read more

"...That and the fun iron-on pill patch are a fantastic way to learn more about the work." Read more

"...There are plenty of existential concepts for those who are looking for that sort of thing, but for the most part this story is straight forward...." Read more

6 customers mention "Art book"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the art book a nice addition to the kit. They also say the box is nice and sturdy.

"...It also came with a rare artbook thats absolutely amazing with illustrations from the manga with color and depth...." Read more

"...The art book is a really nice addition too. You even get your cool pill patch. The box isn't too heavy and has nice artwork all over it...." Read more

"...The additional art book. This is the definitive edition thus far...." Read more

"...The accompanying art book is just as good. Worth the buy if you’re considering it especially if you’re a fan of the movie" Read more

7 customers mention "Paper thickness"4 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the paper thickness of the book. Some find the paper thick, while others say it's thin.

"...Print quality is great. The thickness of the pages of noticably thicker than your typical black and white comic...." Read more

"...minor complaint is that the color pages are on a paper that is extremely thin. It makes me feel like I’m going to tear the page just by turning it...." Read more

"...collection is beautiful through and through, each page is printed on thick glossy paper with an incredible original art for each dust jacket...." Read more

"...The books are hard bound and of good quality, the paper is thin but overall the books are nice...." Read more

Great set , had an issue w condition, Amazon took care of me Right Away! *I sound dorky on video*
5 out of 5 stars
Great set , had an issue w condition, Amazon took care of me Right Away! *I sound dorky on video*
So, as an avid fan of anime and manga in general, and in particular this manga and the classic Movie , I was eager to get my hands on the set a.s.a.p. Obvious why this received TWO Eisner awards at the S.D. convention and justly so. The box is well built, good quality, packed nicely and opens and closes like a gem. The whole new book smell emanating from the set is oh so wonderful. YES, i'm remarking about the scent of the set as well as the quality of the books and the beautiful printing . LOL , sorry this doesnt have smel-o-vision. The Akira Club book by itself would be a gem to have as its choc'full of awesome illustrations and notes. *NOW , i will note that my first set was slightly flawed, but as i mentioned in the headline, Amazon went above and beyond in taking care of it right away, and I was more than satisfied with their service. Now, also to take note- I DID order from Amazon direct, and not a 3rd party seller on the site . Who knows if that might have made a difference in customer service. I often think on this as i order products here, as while all options are viable, in this case, because of the stellarservice , Amazon will have my patronage for a long time to come. THANKS again~!
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harekrishna
5.0 out of 5 stars first manga. worth the price.
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2024
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Quality book. Good story.
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Buck Thunderpants
5.0 out of 5 stars A excellent collection that's well worth the money.
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2018
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Kodansha really knocked this one out of the park. There's a attention to detail here that's impressive on multiple levels for Akira/Otomo fans. The overall box is impressively, surprisingly, larger than you might expect from seeing photos. I've had the set now for a few months and am still debating where/how I should display it. The 'clamshell' opening reveals the spines to all the hardcover editions as well as some impressively laid out artwork on the inside of the box. It's hard not to be impressed when you initially see the entire set. Fortunately, that level of detail and thoughtful design touches aren't isolated to the outer enclosure. I found that the same attention to detail and most every decision Kodansha made appears to be made with fans in mind.

Each volume of the manga has different artwork for the 'actual cover' and the dust sleeve. The internal pages/paper are definitely higher quality than your typical manga. I've seen a lot of people state in various reviews that the paper is typical for manga and this just isn't true. It is definitely thicker stock than typical, but it is still a matte finish. Personally, I prefer the matte finish as it's closer to what you'd expect from the source material. I found no issues with the binding on any volume in my set and the outer box had no visible damage. Everything looked crisp on the page to me so I didn't have any complaints about the print quality. The Akira Club book is pure fan service bliss if you grew up a fan of the film. It really serves as a time capsule taking you back to the time the Manga was running and the film was released. I found it a lot more interesting than I originally expected it to.

If you're a fan of the film and have never bothered to read the entirety of the original manga this is a great way to get it all at once in a very handsome collection that you won't regret having on your shelf for years to come. The manga expands and extends the story from the film in numerous ways that make it well worth your time. It is in no way a 'retread' if you are only familiar with the film. Otomo's artwork alone is worth the price of admission here and is frequently mind boggling considering the era it released in.

If you've already read this or own a previous form of it maybe it's time to upgrade your collection. I can't imagine how they'd improve on this collection with a later release down the road.

Finally, there's the patch and it's awesome.

If I really had to think of criticisms of the set I could only think of a few.
- There are some very minor binding 'fit and finish' issues with the collection's box.
- Some people might not like the right to left reading orientation or the 'sound effects' being in their original untranslated form throughout the collection. This is ultimately a personal preference because it's not difficult to figure it out without checking the translations, and I, for one, appreciated these decisions as I think most manga fans would agree. This isn't even really a criticism, but something I could see some people taking issue with.

Finally, if there were shipping issues in the past those appear to have been resolved. My collection was shipped in a internal box that was then held in place with foam inserts in a outer box. Any damage that would have occurred wouldn't have been due to poor packing in my case.
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Leo
5.0 out of 5 stars great shipping packaging for such an expensive item
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2024
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shipped with condition in mind
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5.0 out of 5 stars comes in 2 boxes to product the cover box which is nice when keeping it long term
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2024
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everything was as expected, very well packed!
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Jared
5.0 out of 5 stars The packaging is mindful for collectors
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2024
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It came in a box that was inside another padded box. Every piece pristine and in place. I plan to buy a second box.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2024
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My son loves this set.
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Dane B.
5.0 out of 5 stars High Quality
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2024
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I'm very pleased with it. Higher quality than I was expecting for the price. If you have any desire to own this manga, this is it.
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Matt
5.0 out of 5 stars This is fantastic.
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2024
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100% recommend. HQ construction and a cool box.
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Jonathan Castelo
5.0 out of 5 stars Nostalgia
Reviewed in Canada on May 5, 2024
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Awesome collection
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Mitzy b.
5.0 out of 5 stars Vale cada peso.
Reviewed in Mexico on June 17, 2023
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He esperado adquirir esta edición de Akira por mucho tiempo, y definitivamente valió la pena.
La caja es preciosa, las ediciones en pasta dura con sobrecubierta son increíbles. El libro de arte es un extra buenísimo.
Tengo dos ediciones de panini en pasta blanda, las del box set son ligeramente más grandes. La diferencia es que está en inglés.
La conseguí por $2,500 pesos. No es mucha diferencia de lo que me hubiera costado el pack de panini. Así que vale completamente la pena.
Estoy muy contenta con esta compra.
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Mitzy b.
5.0 out of 5 stars Vale cada peso.
Reviewed in Mexico on June 17, 2023
He esperado adquirir esta edición de Akira por mucho tiempo, y definitivamente valió la pena.
La caja es preciosa, las ediciones en pasta dura con sobrecubierta son increíbles. El libro de arte es un extra buenísimo.
Tengo dos ediciones de panini en pasta blanda, las del box set son ligeramente más grandes. La diferencia es que está en inglés.
La conseguí por $2,500 pesos. No es mucha diferencia de lo que me hubiera costado el pack de panini. Así que vale completamente la pena.
Estoy muy contenta con esta compra.
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Enea Minelli
5.0 out of 5 stars Bellissimo prodotto da collezione
Reviewed in Italy on July 17, 2024
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Cofanetto, o per meglio dire cofanone, da collezione di Akira.

Tralasciando il contenuto che può piacere o meno ma, essendo interessati all'acquisto immagino piaccia o quantomeno sia in regalo per una persona interessata, il prodotto è veramente ottimo ed è garanzia di felicità per il fan che lo riceve.

I manga, in formato molto grande, sono stampati in ottima qualità e anche la rilegatura è di spessore, nulla da dire.

Il libro aggiuntivo è fantastico e racchiude tante ispirazioni, prove e concept art di Otomo e del suo team: garantito l'estremo interesse non solo per i fan di Akira, ma per chiunque sia appassionato di design.

Come regalo, per se o per altri, è estremamente consigliato.
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Jess
5.0 out of 5 stars Top condition
Reviewed in Belgium on June 30, 2024
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Fast delivery, top condition
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5.0 out of 5 stars akira
Reviewed in Germany on June 21, 2024
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just blew me away - I devoured first book within hours and am glad I bought the whole set!
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