THE COMPLETE WORKS 3

Kodansha

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2016

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Katsuhiro Otomo is best known for Akira, a dystopian epic that fused cyberpunk aesthetics, political paranoia, and visceral action into a genre-defining landmark. With cinematic paneling and meticulous detail, Otomo brought a new intensity to manga, influencing anime, sci-fi, and global visual culture. His work examines chaos, trauma, and power in post-industrial landscapes, often reflecting anxieties rooted in Japan’s history. Beyond manga, Otomo is an acclaimed director, screenwriter, and artist whose impact crosses mediums and continents. He remains a foundational figure in both Japanese and international comics, bridging underground sensibility with blockbuster scale.

Katsuhiro Otomo

Kodansha

978-4065273180

368

English

2016

hardcover/ 27 x 19 cm

2016 Katsuhiro Otomo Kodansha

Highway Star is the third volume in The Complete Works series, compiling 12 short manga stories created between 1976 and 1977, when Otomo was 22 to 23 years old. This collection includes works from his earlier publications, such as “Short Piece” (1979), “Good Weather” (1981), and “Highway Star” (1979), presented in the order they were originally published. Notably, these stories have been out of print for years, making this volume a valuable compilation for enthusiasts. This 320-page volume, published by Kodansha, features high-quality reproductions, with colored manuscripts presented in their original hues. While the text is in Japanese, the visual storytelling transcends language barriers, providing a fascinating glimpse into the early career of one of manga’s most influential creators.

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THE COMPLETE WORKS 3

Kodansha

.

2016

.

Katsuhiro Otomo

hardcover/ 27 x 19 cm

978-4065273180

English

368

Katsuhiro Otomo is best known for Akira, a dystopian epic that fused cyberpunk aesthetics, political paranoia, and visceral action into a genre-defining landmark. With cinematic paneling and meticulous detail, Otomo brought a new intensity to manga, influencing anime, sci-fi, and global visual culture. His work examines chaos, trauma, and power in post-industrial landscapes, often reflecting anxieties rooted in Japan’s history. Beyond manga, Otomo is an acclaimed director, screenwriter, and artist whose impact crosses mediums and continents. He remains a foundational figure in both Japanese and international comics, bridging underground sensibility with blockbuster scale.

Highway Star is the third volume in The Complete Works series, compiling 12 short manga stories created between 1976 and 1977, when Otomo was 22 to 23 years old. This collection includes works from his earlier publications, such as “Short Piece” (1979), “Good Weather” (1981), and “Highway Star” (1979), presented in the order they were originally published. Notably, these stories have been out of print for years, making this volume a valuable compilation for enthusiasts. This 320-page volume, published by Kodansha, features high-quality reproductions, with colored manuscripts presented in their original hues. While the text is in Japanese, the visual storytelling transcends language barriers, providing a fascinating glimpse into the early career of one of manga’s most influential creators.