Akira: Volume 1 Paperback – 21 Jan. 2003

I remember seeing Akita on channel 4 (uk tv) waaaaaaay back in something like 1987/8. I remember being utterly blown away that cartoons could be this graphic, and it birthed my fancy Japanese graphic novels and film. In my travels I’ve seen the books, flicked through them from time to time, but never pulled the trigger as it were. Well… I needed something to read whist I recovered from my heart surgery, and why not a blast from my past. If you’ve seen the film, be prepared for a mind flip. It’s completely different. Many characters have been left out and many parts removed entirely. But dear lords and ladies of the aesir and Vanir, it’s AMAZING. I have read many classics. Akita has to be number one,

I've always been a huge fan of graphic novels/ comics but for one reason or another I've never given any Manga books a chance, and on the strength of Akira this certainly won't be my last.Narratively the book creates a fantastically realised dystopian society and Katshiro Otomo has a superb ability of giving you just enough information to want to want to keep turning the pages but without giving away too much about what is actually going on. It's a very fine balancing act to be able to this but Otomo manages it perfectly. Artistically the book is even better. Within the first few pages you are entirely drawn into the incredible world that has been created.If, like me, you've never read any other Manga before then I would highly recommend this as a good starting point. It's certainly whet my appetite and I will be looking to read many more in this genre.

Akira is one of the most loved and talked about Manga masterpieces of all time and one I had often thought of reading. My teenage son becoming a Manga fan finally promoted me to get this and I must admit I am very impressed.The story follows events in Neo Tokyo years after the original Tokyo was destroyed in an apocalyptic event as friends Kenada and Tetsuo are drawn into events leading to the heart of what caused it against the backdrop of gang wars and battles with authority.This really is excellent, excellent and thrilling story which gets better with each volume and excellent artwork. Hugely enjoyable.

Mesmerising art and a good read. Crazy story and bizarre characters but brilliant altogether.The book itself is a hefty, glossy-covered book with a few coloured pages to start and then mostly black and white. Although the film shows how good Neo-Tokyo looks in full colour, the quality and detail of the art makes sure this book does not leave you wanting.Bought the first, read it and ordered the other 5 books. Very addictive.

Being a huge fan of the books and movie already, my review would be a but biased! Most important thing for large Manga books is that it came in perfect condition; no folds, creases or marks.

Akira is an absolute must-read for any fans of anime, manga, sci-fi or graphic novels in general. The first manga I ever read, I was hooked on it from the pages of Manga Mania back in the 90’s and Akira will always be one of my favourite titles, one that I have read and enjoyed several times over the years. Highly recommended

I bought all six Akira books for my husband birthday, and he loved them all, he actually wanted them for a while but they were always sold out. But thanks to the venders on here I managed to get all of them.

The book itself was much larger than anticipated, I had presumed it would be the regular manga book size. The artwork and style is excellent and there are some slight differences between the movie and the book. Really pleased with the overall quality and price. Will be buying the others!

Olá. Eu comprei essa edição sem atentar que era da editora kodansha. Os outros volumes eu comprei da JBC. Terei algum problema na sequência de leitura? O volume 1 da JBC abrange os mesmos volumes da edição 1 kodansha?

The book came in perfect condition, but some pages where not cut properly and where larger than the other ones.

Amazing drawings, exquisite details, a juicy story. What more does one need? This story is 35 years old? It's as valid as it was in the first print. Buy and be amazed.Completely different story then the movie although it has the same characters but much more depth.

Llego en el tiempo establecido y ademas en un excelente estado, protegido y la calidad es maravillosa, espero comprar los demas volumentes faltantes y mas productos similares.

This product came in earlier than it said, thank god. The book itself isn’t damaged at all which I’m pleased about. And the most important part is the actual book itself, the story is amazing and much more clearer than the movie. Follow @bxrrrettt on insta and on Soundcloud <3