Sanei Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku, Tokyo; President: Kenji Suzuki) began releasing volumes 11 and 12 of SAN-EI comics 'Dokaben' at bookstores nationwide on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
The 'Dokaben' series published under SAN-EI comics features carefully rescanned original manuscripts. By reproducing the page layouts from the original magazine serialization, readers can enjoy the same visual pacing and impact as when it first appeared.
For June 2026, volumes 11 and 12 are released simultaneously, covering the fierce battles of the Kanagawa Autumn Tournament and the Kanto Tournament. These volumes also feature a special comment from the legendary manga artist Yoichi Takahashi on the wraparound band (obi). Two volumes will be released every month, with a total of 24 volumes scheduled for publication over one year.
'Dokaben' is widely regarded as the pioneer of serious baseball manga. It offers a nostalgic experience for longtime Shinji Mizushima fans and baseball manga enthusiasts, as well as the generation that grew up reading it. We invite you to experience the passionate matches and the stories of youth dedicated to baseball against formidable rival schools in 2026.
[Outline] Title: Dokaben Release Period: January 5, 2026, to December 2026 Total Volumes: 24 Release Format: 2 volumes released simultaneously each month Distribution: Bookstores Format: B6 size, flat binding Price: 1,650 yen (tax included) Sanei Official Web: https://shop.san-ei-corp.co.jp/shop/default.aspx
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