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Asakura Kasumi's 'Kengwai' Wins the 175th Naoki Prize! Acclaimed Author of 'Hiraba no Tsuki' Opens a New Chapter with Her Debut Historical Novel!

Asakura Kasumi's debut historical novel, 'Kengwai' (published by Kobunsha), has won the 175th Naoki … · 2026-07-16

Unprecedented! Kanna Seto Takes Over 19 Pages on the Cover & Double Sealed Section! Weekly FLASH Released April 21

The April 21 issue of Weekly FLASH features Kanna Seto in a massive 19-page spread, plus a surprise … · 2026-04-21

Release of the Concluding Volume of the Masterpiece Non-fiction Depicting the Bonds of the Shogi World, 'Shitei: Kishi no Miru Yume', on April 22 (Wed) from Kobunsha [Includes Cool Photos of Takumi Ito! 16 Pages of Color Photographs]

Kobunsha will release 'Shitei: Kishi no Miru Yume', the final volume of Hironobu Nozawa's acclaimed … · 2026-04-22

Luna Ichinose on Cover & 10-Page Lead Feature! Black Kurosaki's 2nd Photobook, Mitayuki Mita, Suzumomo, Airi Kani, Yuki, and More in 'FLASH' – Out July 14 (Tue)

The July 14 issue of 'Weekly FLASH' features Luna Ichinose on the cover and in a 10-page lead pictor… · 2026-07-14

Book 'Context Leadership: The Best and Worst Bosses Are Determined by Context' by Shu Yamaguchi Wins Recognition at HR Award 2026, Chosen by HR Professionals as the Highest Honor

The book 'Context Leadership: The Best and Worst Bosses Are Determined by Context' by Shu Yamaguchi … · 2026-07-13

Kisumi Amau on the cover & 10 pages inside! FLASH, featuring Miki Hayashi, Giants fan gravure idol Sayaka, "Japan's Most Beautiful DJ" NOMA, and I-cup college student Suzu Aoi in her first gravure, on sale July 7 (Tue)

Weekly FLASH July 7th issue cover (C) Kobunsha/Weekly FLASH 1 Idol Graduation! Kisumi Amau Showcase… · 2026-07-07

Amano Chiyo Exclusively Reveals Other Cuts from Her 1st Photobook on the Cover & Opening 10 Pages! "FLASH" Featuring Popular Salon Model Midorikawa Haruna, Medical University Graduate Gravure Idol Ishibashi Terumi, Nitta Hina, Sawaguchi Aika, Ando Emi, and Hyodo Minami, on Sale June 30 (Tue)

Amano Chiyo (C) Kobunsha/Weekly FLASH Photo: Akihito Saijo 1 Amano Chiyo Shows the Pinnacle of Glam… · 2026-06-30

August Issue of "STORY" Includes "Ultimate Guide to Summer Korean Travel in 5 Major Areas!" Bonus: Special Edition Features Luxurious BONAVENTURA Heart Pouch & Eco Bag

【Regular Edition】Cover 【Special Edition】Cover 〈TOPIC 1〉 Major Feature "Summer Excitement Galore: I … · 2026-07-01

Ririka Moriwaki with a Dazzling Pure Smile on the Cover & 10P Lead Gravure! Weekly FLASH March 31 Issue Features Megumi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro, and Miku Oshima

Kobunsha will release the March 31 issue of Weekly FLASH featuring YouTuber Ririka Moriwaki on the c… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki's Dazzlingly Pure Smile Graces the Cover & 10-Page Feature! First Gravure for Emi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro (formerly of "Okosama Plate."), and Miku Oshima in 'FLASH' on Sale March 31st (Tuesday)

Kobunsha's 'FLASH' magazine, released on March 31st, features Ririka Moriwaki on the cover and a 10-… · 2026-03-31

Ririka Moriwaki with a Dazzling Pure Smile on the Cover & 10P Lead Gravure! Weekly FLASH March 31 Issue Features Megumi Yoshida, Akari Koda, Sakura, Rintaro, and Miku Oshima

Kobunsha will release the March 31 issue of Weekly FLASH featuring YouTuber Ririka Moriwaki on the c… · 2026-03-31

3rd CLASSY. Work Masterpiece Awards: All 205 Items Decided by Real Votes from Approx. 90 'CLASSY.' Readers & Staff!

In the 3rd 'CLASSY. Work Masterpiece Awards', a setup by 'NOLLEY'S sophi' won the Grand Prize based … · 2026-03-30

Asaka Seto Appears on 'BiST' Official YouTube Channel! Must-Watch Pouch Contents Reveal and Candid Talk in '30 Questions'

Actor Asaka Seto appears for two consecutive weeks on the official YouTube channel of the beauty mag… · 2026-03-30

Hinano Himeno Graces the Cover of FLASH Magazine's May 12 Issue

Kobunsha will release the May 12 issue of Weekly FLASH featuring Hinano Himeno, the leader of the id… · 2026-05-12

Weekly Serialization Decided! Popular Comic 'Komorebi no Hito' Transfers to 'WEB Josei Jishin', Delivering New Chapters Every Friday from June 5th

The popular comic 'Komorebi no Hito' has started free distribution in the comic section of 'WEB Jose… · 2026-05-11

Kobunsha Co., Ltd. Participates in "Creative Award 2026," Japan's Largest Creative Contest!

Kobunsha Co., Ltd. has announced its participation in the "Creative Award 2026," Japan's largest cre… · 2026-04-10

Kobunsha x G-FUTURES Launch Cross-Border Project to Support Korean Brands' Entry into Japan, Featuring Large-Scale Korean Event in Summer 2026

Kobunsha and G-FUTURES INC. have announced the full-scale launch of a cross-border project to suppor… · 2026-04-09

Kyoko Hasegawa Appears on the Official 'BiST' YouTube Channel! Must-Watch Honest Talk on Beauty Secrets and Body Maintenance

On June 17 at 8:00 PM, actress Kyoko Hasegawa will appear on the official 'BiST' YouTube channel, sh… · 2026-06-17

STORY May Issue Includes 'Ten-Year Beauty' Booklet to Reverse Changes from Age 44! Fashion Feature Focuses on 'Navy' for Trust and Personal Style

The May issue of STORY magazine features adult 'navy' fashion and includes a 'Ten-Year Beauty' bookl… · 2026-04-01

Asaka Seto Appears on the Official 'BE-ST' YouTube Channel! Don't Miss Her Personal Pouch Reveal and Candid '30 Questions' Talk

Actress Asaka Seto will appear on the official 'BE-ST' YouTube channel for two consecutive weeks. Th… · 2026-03-30

[Event Hosted] Colombin x Kobunsha Co-host: Experience the World of Kobunsha's 'The Wonderful World of Retro Cakes'. A Story of Classic Cakes and Western Confectionery Culture to Taste Alongside Author Pu Nakata

Colombin and Kobunsha will co-host a special event to celebrate the publication of 'The Wonderful Wo… · 2026-04-06

Asaka Seto Appears on 'BiST' Official YouTube Channel! Must-Watch Pouch Contents Reveal and Candid Talk in '30 Questions'

Actor Asaka Seto appears for two consecutive weeks on the official YouTube channel of the beauty mag… · 2026-03-30

Kobunsha x G-FUTURES Launch Cross-Border Project to Support Korean Brands' Entry into Japan, Featuring Large-Scale Korean Event in Summer 2026

Kobunsha and G-FUTURES INC. have announced the full-scale launch of a cross-border project to suppor… · 2026-04-09

Resale Confirmed! The Collaboration Cap between Legendary Brand 'SAILORS' and JJ Can be Obtained at the JJ50th Anniversary Fest 2026!

The triple-collaboration cap featuring 'JJ', legendary 80s brand 'SAILORS', and 'NEW ERA', which ins… · 2026-04-06

STORY May Issue Includes a Special Booklet on 'Ten-Year Beauty' to Reverse Changes from Age 44! Fashion Grand Feature Focuses on 'Navy Blue' for Balancing Reliability and Personal Style

The May issue of STORY magazine features a fashion special on 'navy blue,' ideal for new beginnings,… · 2026-04-01

Resale Confirmed! Collaboration Caps between Legendary Brand "SAILORS" and JJ Available at JJ50th Anniversary Fest 2026!

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, 'JJ' has collaborated with the legendary apparel brand 'SAILORS,' … · 2026-04-06

"I thought I'd never read them again" Mayumi Nagano's "Hard-to-Find Works" Collection of 4 Reprints, "A Sweet Cat and a Traveling Boy," to be Released by Kobunsha Bunko on April 14 (Tuesday)!

A reprinted collection of Mayumi Nagano's four previously hard-to-find works, titled "A Sweet Cat an… · 2026-04-14

Commemorative talk videos released for freelance announcer Hitomi Nakamura's first book! Part one features Hiroaki Ogi of OgiYahagi, part two features Miki Fujimoto!

To celebrate the release of freelance announcer Hitomi Nakamura's new book, "Wife Brain vs. Husband … · 2026-03-30

To Commemorate the Release of Her First Book, Freelance Announcer Hitomi Nakamura Releases Talk Videos! The First Installment Features Hiroaki Kogi of Ogi Yahagi, and the Second Features Miki Fujimoto!

<p>On the official YouTube channel of the magazine "STORY" published by Kobunsha Co., Ltd., to comme… · 2026-03-29

CLASSY. May Issue Released / Ryosuke Yamada of Hey! Say! JUMP Appears on the Special Edition Cover / Main Feature: 'In the End, We're Always Looking for Pants That Make Us Look Great!'

The May issue of CLASSY. has been released, featuring Ryosuke Yamada on the cover of the Special Edi… · 2026-03-29

CLASSY. May Issue Released / Ryosuke Yamada of Hey! Say! JUMP Appears on the Special Edition Cover / Main Feature: 'In the End, We're Always Looking for Pants That Make Us Look Great!'

The May issue of CLASSY. has been released, featuring Ryosuke Yamada on the cover of the Special Edi… · 2026-03-29

Commemorating the Japan Visit of Philosophy's Golden Boy, Markus Gabriel! A 'Real Philosophical Dialogue' with Kyoto University Professor Yasuo Deguchi to be Held on Friday, April 17th

A philosophical dialogue event featuring Markus Gabriel and Yasuo Deguchi will be held. · 2026-03-28

Commemorating the Japan Visit of Philosophy's Darling, Markus Gabriel! A 'Real Philosophical Dialogue' with Kyoto University Professor Yasuo Deguchi to be Held on Friday, April 17th

A philosophical dialogue event featuring Markus Gabriel and Yasuo Deguchi will be held. · 2026-03-28

Weekly FLASH May 26 Issue: Aika Sawaguchi Covers the Magazine, Chiyo Amano Announces First Photobook 'Hito-shizuku', Featuring 6 Rising Gravure Idols

In the May 26 issue of Weekly FLASH, Aika Sawaguchi covers the magazine with a 10-page special featu… · 2026-05-26

JJ's '2nd Solo Digital Photo Book Audition' Key to Grand Prix: 'Mini Digital Photo Books' on Sale from May 23! 18 Unique Volumes from Finalists

Starting May 23, the '2nd Solo Digital Photo Book Audition,' supported by the digital EC site 'kokod… · 2026-05-22

7-Year-Old Prodigy Nagi Takei to Release First Picture Book 'Yumemiru Neko'

Kobunsha announced the release of 'Yumemiru Neko' (Dreaming Cat) on June 24, 2026, the debut picture… · 2026-05-15

"I thought I'd never read them again" Mayumi Nagano's "Hard-to-Find Works" Collection of 4 Reprints, "A Sweet Cat and a Traveling Boy," to be Released by Kobunsha Bunko on April 14 (Tuesday)!

A reprinted collection of Mayumi Nagano's four previously hard-to-find works, titled "A Sweet Cat an… · 2026-04-14

Packed with Favorites! 3 Reasons Adult Women Are Hooked on the Comic 'Komorebi no Hito'

WEB Josei Jishin launches a new 'Comic' section on May 1st, with the 'Josei Jishin COMICS' label off… · 2026-05-01

[Former HKT48 Aoi Motomura to Appear as Guest] Some Products Temporarily Sold Out on Official EC Shop! 'JJ50×ANNA SUI POP-UP STORE' to be Held in Hakata, Offering Limited Items

Fashion media 'JJ' and 'ANNA SUI' collaborate for a limited-time pop-up store at Hakata Hankyu from … · 2026-04-30

Mariya Nagao covers FLASH, out May 19th, featuring Noa Isekawa, Kotori Tachibana (FULIT BOX), and UNJOUR TOKYO beauties

The May 19th issue of FLASH features Mariya Nagao on the cover, along with gravure shoots of Noa Ise… · 2026-05-19

Website for the English Translation of Ai Ota's 'October Children' Now Live!

The English translation of Ai Ota's short story 'October Children' has been completed and released o… · 2026-05-22

Michiko Aoyama's 'Recovery Kabahiko' Paperback Released with Special Events

2024年本屋大賞入圍作《恢復元氣的河馬彥》文庫版於5月12日發售，內含聲優解說並將舉辦紀念簽名會。 · 2026-05-12

[YUTA (NCT) on the Cover] Fashion media 'JJ' to sell 50th anniversary commemorative edition (made-to-order)!

Kobunsha's fashion media 'JJ' will sell a made-to-order 'JJ 50th Anniversary EDITION' to commemorate… · 2026-05-25

Popular Korean Beauty, Lifestyle, and Gourmet Brands Unite! 20 Featured Brands Announced for 'Weekend KOREA Happuru FES in Osaka'

The TV program 'Weekend KOREA' by Mainichi Broadcasting will host a 2-day pop-up event 'Weekend KORE… · 2026-06-13

Popular Korean Cosmetics, Goods, and Gourmet Gather! 'Weekend KOREA Happle FES in Osaka' Premium Pass with Luxurious Benefits Now on Limited Sale!

The MBS program 'Weekend KOREA' will start selling a limited number of 'Premium Passes' for the 'Wee… · 2026-06-06

Judo Athlete Uta Abe Appears on STORY YouTube! Featuring Her Parenting Support Insights and Conversations with Children

Judo athlete Uta Abe (Park 24) has appeared on the YouTube channel operated by Kobunsha's monthly ma… · 2026-06-04

STORY May Issue Includes 'Ten-Year Beauty' Booklet to Reverse Changes from Age 44! Fashion Feature Focuses on 'Navy' for Trust and Personal Style

The May issue of STORY magazine features adult 'navy' fashion and includes a 'Ten-Year Beauty' bookl… · 2026-04-01

Kobunsha to Release Mental Care Guide "Otsukare Mental Itawari-cho" on May 27

Kobunsha will release "Otsukare Mental Itawari-cho" by Yurina Hanai on May 27. The book is designed … · 2026-05-22

Kobunsha x G-FUTURES Launch Cross-Border Project to Support Korean Brands' Entry into Japan, Featuring Large-Scale Korean Event in Summer 2026

Kobunsha and G-FUTURES INC. have announced the full-scale launch of a cross-border project to suppor… · 2026-04-09

Mizuki Yamamoto to Graduate from CLASSY. Magazine; Farewell Issue to Feature Long Interview and Personal Style

Actress Mizuki Yamamoto will be graduating from her modeling role at CLASSY. magazine with the Augus… · 2026-06-11

Resale Confirmed! The Collaboration Cap between Legendary Brand 'SAILORS' and JJ Can be Obtained at the JJ50th Anniversary Fest 2026!

The triple-collaboration cap featuring 'JJ', legendary 80s brand 'SAILORS', and 'NEW ERA', which ins… · 2026-04-06

'Yudetaro' x 'Soba Gal to Ojisan' Collaboration Campaign: Free summer coupons to be distributed starting June 1!

The Japanese soba chain 'Yudetaro' is collaborating with the gourmet manga 'Soba Gal to Ojisan' from… · 2026-06-02

Shizuka Kudo Appears on 'BiST' Official YouTube Channel! Must-See Introduction of Her Personal Pouch Contents

Shizuka Kudo will reveal the contents of her personal pouch on the 'BiST' official YouTube channel f… · 2026-06-08

'King's Brunch' Reporter Yuzuha Saeki Shows an Ennui Charm on the Cover & 10-Page Feature! FLASH, on Sale April 7 (Tues), Also Features Exclusive Cuts from Her First Photobook, Yumeno Shirato, Yuka Kohinata, Karina Nijisaki, and Ui Haruna

Yuzuha Saeki, a reporter for 'King's Brunch,' graces the cover and a 10-page gravure spread in the A… · 2026-04-07

The Age of the Fountain Pen: A Collection of Shogo Sato's Early, Now-Rare Short Stories, Published as a Bunko Book on June 10, 2026 by Kobunsha

Kobunsha will publish 'The Age of the Fountain Pen: A Collection of Shogo Sato's Early Short Stories… · 2026-06-10

[VERY & STORY Survey] How do parents approach children's gaming? From 'Management' to 'Watching Over'—Roblox as an 'After-school Park'

Kobunsha's 'Dokucho Research Institute' surveyed readers of 'VERY' and 'STORY' regarding children an… · 2026-06-01

'VERY' magazine: What is the correct 'School Briefing Suit' for moms preparing for entrance exams? [KASHIYAMA x Kobunsha: Order for Me♡ Project 2026 Part 2]

Custom suit brand 'KASHIYAMA' and Kobunsha's 'VERY' magazine have collaborated for the second 'Order… · 2026-05-29

[Josei Jishin] April 7 (Tuesday) Release: The Hugely Popular "Monaki" Appears! Debut in a Women's Weekly Magazine with a 3-Page Gravure Spread!

The popular four-member group "Monaki," with over 600 million total social media views, will be feat… · 2026-04-07

[Free Report] What is the reality of Kobunsha's female media reader organizations?

Kobunsha established the 'Kobunsha Dokucho Research Institute' in October 2025, specializing in qual… · 2026-05-29

Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama makes her first appearance on the official 'BE-ST' YouTube channel!

On June 1st at 8 PM, Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama will appear on the 'BE-ST' YouTube channel to… · 2026-06-01

'CLASSY.' features its first girl group and K-POP group cover! (G)I-DLE appears on the July issue 'Special Edition'

Global girl group (G)I-DLE appears on the cover of the 'CLASSY.' July special edition. This is the m… · 2026-05-27