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-Welcome to Ashitaka’s Shrine: Where Manga, Anime, and More Become Collectible.
-Dive into the worlds you love — from Studio Ghibli’s hidden gems to rare manga…
-The Great Destination for Manga & Anime Fans – Discover Manga volumes, anime Blu-rays, & More.
-And These Aren’t All The Content Here…
-Our beloved Power couple: Prince Ashitaka and San, from the “Princess Mononoke” Movie.
Hayao Miyazaki plunges into medieval Japan and delivers an epic and monumental fresco. Ashitaka is a young prince who falls victim to a deadly curse. In search of a cure, he crosses territories where humans and forest gods clash, a cruel war symbolizing the conflict between human civilization and the reign of nature. He crosses paths with San, a young girl raised by wolves, and Lady Eboshi, the head of the blacksmith clan, who clash mercilessly. Ashitaka will try to reconcile them. Will he achieve it…
Princess Mononoke (Mononoke-Hime) is one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most powerful films, a prodigious masterpiece of unprecedented gravity.
The Art of Princess Mononoke Hardcover – August 26, 2014
The art, from conception to release, of the classic Hayao Miyazaki film Princess Mononoke, including a look at Miyazaki’s original art and the use of computer graphics technology in the film.
Step into the enchanted world of Hayao Miyazaki’s masterpiece with this beautifully illustrated art book.
“The Art of Princess Mononoke” dives deep into the film’s breathtaking landscapes, character designs, and behind-the-scenes sketches — straight from the archives of Studio Ghibli.
🔸 Over 200 pages of rare concept art, storyboards, and director’s notes
🔸 Perfect for collectors, fans of anime, and Ghibli enthusiasts
🔸 High-quality hardcover for long-lasting display
🔸 Features exclusive commentary by Hayao Miyazaki himself
🛒 Grab your copy now and experience the magic of Princess Mononoke like never before!
by Hayao Miyazaki (Artist) https://amzn.to/4jpCpVv
The first manga series, by the princess of Manga, Takahashi Rumiko. Synopsis:
Ever since Lum, a capricious alien princess, gets in love with him, Ataru’s life has been anything but ordinary. Compounding his misery is the appearance of an extraterrestrial female clad in a tiger skin bikini who tails him to school daily. On top of that, Ataru must contend with Mendo, a refined, affluent rival. To make matters worse, a crowd of eccentric guests and educational materials constantly flood his classroom – from hapless cherry blossom spirits to a nightmare-devouring tapir and even a fourth-dimensional camera capable of distorting realities.
Urusei Yatsura, Vol. 1 https://mangaanimeblogger.com/nvaobb/
Story and Art Takahashi Rumiko Synopsis: In a worn and aging boarding house in a fictional Tokyo ward called Tokeizaka (時計坂; “Clock Hill”), where 20-year-old college applicant Yusaku Godai is often taken advantage of by the other residents of Maison Ikkoku, each with their offbeat and mischievous personalities: Yotsuya the voyeur, shameless Akemi Roppongi and the Ichinose family, primarily the alcoholic, gossiping stay-at-home mom Hanae Ichinose. As he is about to move out, he is stopped at the door by the beautiful Kyoko Otonashi (née Chigusa), who announces she will be taking over as the resident manager. Godai immediately is in love with her and decides to stay.
Bubblegum Crisis: High-definition Disctopia [Blu-ray]
A classic cyberpunk anime directed by Katsuhito Akiyama.
Set in near-future Tokyo, four strong women known as the Knight Sabers join forces to take out Boomers, human-serving robots that were created by the shady and corrupt megacorporation Genom and their Terminator-style Boomer robots.
Directed by: Katsuhito Akiyama
Starring: Kinuko Omori and Yoshiko Sakakibara
The forces of darkness threaten to overrun the world. But five courageous young men, aided by their magical armor, will fight the forces of evil. They don’t know each other, and in fact, they may not all like each other. But they have been bound together by fate and destiny. They are the chosen ones. They are the legendary Ronin Warriors. Samurai Troopers Ronin Warriors Complete Series [Blu-ray]
Daiki Nakamura (Actor), Masashi Ikeda (Director) Format: Blu-ray
Angel Beats! Complete Collection.
Seemingly a high school in the afterlife is a type of limbo for youngsters who have experienced trauma or hardships in life and must overcome them before passing on and being reincarnated. The story follows Yuzuru Otonashi, a boy with amnesia who ends up in the afterlife. He meets Yuri Nakamura, a girl who invites him to join the Afterlife Battlefront (死んだ世界戦線, Shinda Sekai Sensen), or SSS, an organization she founded and leads which rebels against an unseen God for their unfair circumstances in life.
Kishi, Seiji (Director) Rated:PG-13
Format: DVD 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (883)
Ranma 1/2 (2-in-1 Edition), Vol. 1 – Manga
A classic manga by Takahashi Rumiko. Years ago, Genma promised his old friend Soun Tendo that Ranma would marry one of Soun’s three daughters and carry on the family’s martial arts school. Except that the girl picked to be Ranma’s bride doesn’t seem to like him, Ranma keeps getting into fights…and did we mention that whole changing into a girl thing?
Attack on Titan Season 1 Part 1 Manga Box Set (Attack on Titan Manga Box Sets) Paperback – Box set
Are you ready for Attack on Titan? Begin reading the manga that became the megahit anime with this collectible four-volume box set! These four volumes roughly correspond to the first 13 episodes of the anime – the first half of season 1. Also includes two EXCLUSIVE sticker sets featuring your favorite characters!
Humanity has been devastated by the bizarre, giant humanoids known as the Titans. Little is known about where they came from or why they are bent on consuming humanity. Seemingly unintelligent, they have roamed the world killing off humankind for years. For the past century, what’s left of mankind has been hidden in a giant, three-walled city. People believe their 100-meter-high walls will protect them from the Titans, which are 10 to 20 meters tall. But the sudden appearance of an immense Titan is about to change everything!
Season 1 Part 2 https://amzn.to/4lt0RXR
How to Draw Female Figure: Manga, Anime a Step-by-Step Guide: A Complete Guide for Adults to Master Artistic Techniques and Unlock Creativity Paperback – October 16, 2024
by Lera Walker (Author)
How to Draw Female Figures: Manga, Anime a Step-by-Step Guide is a comprehensive, practical resource designed for an adult audience (18+) eager to master the art of drawing female characters in manga and anime. This book offers a clear, step-by-step approach, guiding you through the essential techniques needed to create dynamic and expressive characters.
Starting with the basics of facial features and head proportions, the guide progresses to cover the entire human figure, ensuring you develop a strong foundation in anatomy and balance.
You’ll also explore clothing design, learning how to draw flowing garments and stylish outfits that bring your characters to life. These sections focus on helping you create anatomically accurate and visually appealing figures.
Whether you’re aiming to improve your skills or discover new techniques, this book provides a perfect balance of artistic guidance and technical instruction, making it an ideal choice for adults interested in diving deeper into the world of manga and anime.
Knights of the Zodiac (Saint Seiya), Vol. 1: The Knights of Athena Kindle & comiXology
by Masami Kurumada (Author, Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
In Greek mythology, Athena, the daughter of Zeus, was born in full armor. By birthright the goddess of battle, she did not believe in conquest, and only fought defensive wars. Her battles with bloodthirsty gods and giants shook the very earth and seemed to last forever. On the battlefield, there were a group of youths that always surrounded and protected the goddess: the Knights of Athena! Flash forward to modern-day Greece: two Japanese tourists are shocked to see a man-sized meteorite crash to the earth before them. It turns out to be young Seiya. Seiya must train harder than ever if he is to survive his match with the brutal Cassios! Whoever wins will receive the greatest prize known to man: the incredibly powerful Pegasus Cloth!