Yearly Archives: 2009

More on Tokyopop Germany; world leaders turn to mahjong

Posted on January 6, 2009 by Brigid Alverson

ICv2 talks to Dr. Joachim Kaps, the head of Tokyopop Germany, about the loss of their Kodansha licenses. Kaps says he has no idea why Kodansha decided not to renew the licenses, but he points out that two other German … Continue reading →

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Roundup of roundups

Posted on January 5, 2009 by Brigid Alverson

Vacation’s over! Christopher Butcher gets you right back to work with a meaty analysis of the manga market and some predictions for the future at Comics212. In case that’s not enough for you, Erica Friedman includes some advice for anime … Continue reading →

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Kodansha holds German licenses

Posted on January 2, 2009 by Brigid Alverson

Today’s big news comes at the end of Manly Manga and More’s best of 2008 post: Kodansha has not renewed its contracts with Tokyopop Germany. The German arm of Tokyopop publishes Beck, Cromartie High School, School Rumble, Perfect Girl and … Continue reading →

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Review: The Manzai Comics, vol. 1

Posted on January 1, 2009 by Brigid Alverson

The Manzai Comics, vol. 1 Story by Atsuko Asano Art by Hizuru Imai Rated T, for ages 13+ Aurora, $10.95 Manzai is a type of standup comedy, popular in Japan, that features a straight man and a goofy guy who … Continue reading →

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