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Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kodama Tales Inc. to Publish English Debut of Baki the Grappler Manga
SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 15, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kodama Tales Inc., a subsidiary of Kyodo Printing Co., Ltd., is proud to announce the debut of the highly anticipated English-language publication of Baki the Grappler (Complete Edition, 24 volumes, originally published by Akita Publishing). This marks the first official English release of Keisuke Itagaki's legendary martial arts manga. Official sales of the English edition will begin worldwide in October 2025, with preorder dates to be announced at a later date. Baki the Grappler is the first installment in Keisuke Itagaki's long-running Baki series, originally serialized in Akita Publishing's Weekly Shōnen Champion. With over 100 million copies sold worldwide as of May 2024, the martial arts franchise stands as one of Japan's most emblematic and best-selling manga, loved for its intense action and iconic characters. Kodama was established in the United States to share the cultural and literary value of Japanese manga and strives to serve not only as a vehicle of entertainment but also as a medium for learning and personal reflection. Our goal is to present carefully selected titles to readers worldwide, preserving the care and authenticity of the original editions at the highest quality and distributing them globally in both print and digital formats. Our print editions will be produced in Japan by Kyodo Printing, a company with over 120 years of history and the official printer of Weekly Shonen Jump, the magazine that originally serialized renowned titles such as Dragon Ball, One Piece, and Naruto. Beyond Baki the Grappler from Akita Publishing, our upcoming lineup will feature titles from a range of respected Japanese publishers, including: Asahi Shimbun Publications, Coamix, Daiwa Shobo, HERO'S, Nihonbungeisha, Shodensha, and Shonengahosha. We invite everyone to stay tuned for more details on preorder dates and exclusive release information, which will be announced soon on the official Kodama website. About Kodama Tales is a U.S.-based manga publisher headquartered in Santa Monica, California. Led by representative Kiyotaka Hirai, Kodama is dedicated to bringing compelling stories from Japan to readers worldwide. With a small but passionate team of seven, the company strives to deliver high-quality manga that celebrates both creators and fans. Learn more at or follow us on LinkedIn at View source version on Contacts Media Contact: Kodama Tales marketing@
Business Wire
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Kodama Tales Inc. to Publish English Debut of Baki the Grappler Manga
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kodama Tales Inc., a subsidiary of Kyodo Printing Co., Ltd., is proud to announce the debut of the highly anticipated English-language publication of Baki the Grappler (Complete Edition, 24 volumes, originally published by Akita Publishing). This marks the first official English release of Keisuke Itagaki's legendary martial arts manga. Official sales of the English edition will begin worldwide in October 2025, with preorder dates to be announced at a later date. Baki the Grappler is the first installment in Keisuke Itagaki's long-running Baki series, originally serialized in Akita Publishing's Weekly Shōnen Champion. With over 100 million copies sold worldwide as of May 2024, the martial arts franchise stands as one of Japan's most emblematic and best-selling manga, loved for its intense action and iconic characters. Kodama was established in the United States to share the cultural and literary value of Japanese manga and strives to serve not only as a vehicle of entertainment but also as a medium for learning and personal reflection. Our goal is to present carefully selected titles to readers worldwide, preserving the care and authenticity of the original editions at the highest quality and distributing them globally in both print and digital formats. Our print editions will be produced in Japan by Kyodo Printing, a company with over 120 years of history and the official printer of Weekly Shonen Jump, the magazine that originally serialized renowned titles such as Dragon Ball, One Piece, and Naruto. Beyond Baki the Grappler from Akita Publishing, our upcoming lineup will feature titles from a range of respected Japanese publishers, including: Asahi Shimbun Publications, Coamix, Daiwa Shobo, HERO'S, Nihonbungeisha, Shodensha, and Shonengahosha. We invite everyone to stay tuned for more details on preorder dates and exclusive release information, which will be announced soon on the official Kodama website. About Kodama Tales Inc. Kodama is a U.S.-based manga publisher headquartered in Santa Monica, California. Led by representative Kiyotaka Hirai, Kodama is dedicated to bringing compelling stories from Japan to readers worldwide. With a small but passionate team of seven, the company strives to deliver high-quality manga that celebrates both creators and fans. Learn more at or follow us on LinkedIn at
SoraNews24
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- SoraNews24
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Glow-in-the-dark forest creatures bring a smile to your dial at all times of the day and night. Studio Ghibli has a wide roster of star characters with speaking roles to take us on magical journeys through their fantastical worlds, but some of the most charming characters don't say anything at all. That's the appeal of the forest spirits from Princess Mononoke, who glow in the dark as they scamper across the rocks and trees, watching the action play out with their giant eyes as their wobbling heads emit wooden clacks that echo through the landscape. There's something intrinsically charming about these mysterious creatures, and now they're ready to bring their light into your home. There are four to collect in the series, starting with the 'Little Kodama', who keeps an eye on you from a cross-legged seating position. ▼ The gaze of the little figurine appears different, depending on the angle you view it from. ▼ And when the lights go out, the kodama will glow in the dark, giving it a mysterious aura. ▼ The next figurine in the collection is the 'Walking Kodama'. The position of the head and pose of the body has been beautifully crafted, giving it a sense of life and movement. ▼ Setting the kodama out in the great outdoors makes it look even more life-like. ▼ Like the others, this one glows in the dark too. ▼ Next up, we have the 'Plump Kodama'. ▼ The pose on this figure has also been beautifully crafted, making it look as if it really is running. You'll want to keep an eye on this one to make sure it doesn't run away from you in the dark. ▼ Finally, we have the 'Ride-on Kodama'. This sweet pairing sees an extra small kodama riding on the head of a taller kodama. From some angles, the taller kodama looks as if it's got its eye on its destination while at other times it looks like it's looking up at its ride-on companion. These kodama figurines are palm-sized and weigh about 100 grams (3.5 ounces), making them suitable for all sorts of nooks and crannies around your home. They're just as suitable for setting up in a pot plant or garden, although you might want to make sure they're sheltered from the elements to keep them looking their best. ▼ Who knows what adventures they'll get up to when you're not looking? The Princess Mononoke Kodama Figurine collection is now available to purchase at Donguri Kyowakoku stores and online, thanks to a recent restock, with each one priced at 4,070 yen (US$28.36). Source: Donguri Kyowakoku Top image: Donguri Kyowakoku Insert images: Donguri Kyowakoku (1, 2, 3, 4) ● Want to hear about SoraNews24's latest articles as soon as they're published? Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
I'm retiring in my 30s and will still be a millionaire by 60. Here's how I'm using Coast FIRE to achieve my goal.
Elena Kodama plans to quit her software engineering job for a Coast FIRE lifestyle. Coast FIRE allows part-time work and financial independence through strategic savings. Kodama's reselling business and YouTube channel generate income to support her retirement plan. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Elena Kodama, a 31-year-old software engineer in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It has been edited for length and clarity. I started my career in 2017 as a contractor and software engineer. I recently decided, at age 31, to soon quit my six-figure job as a software engineer to pursue a Coast FIRE lifestyle and spend more time with my family. I'm married and have two children. Saving aggressively in my 20s is what will allow me to do this. Coast FIRE is a version of financial independence combined with a retirement savings strategy. It's about easing up, stepping away from high-pressure careers, and living on your terms. With this method, you continue working part-time at a job you love. I first learned about it while attending the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. It's essential to learn about personal finance early and start saving so you can benefit from compound interest when time is on your side. Once I started working, I maxed out my Roth IRA and 401(k), saving about $100,000 in four years. Throughout my 20s, I saved and invested about $150,000 total. With the power of compounding at a conservative 5% annual growth rate, I only need to contribute around $12,000 a year for the next 30 years to reach over $1.5 million in retirement funds and fully retire in my 60s. In 2023, during my first 18-week maternity leave, I started a reselling side hustle, purchasing products on sale and selling them for a profit on Amazon. Finding the optimal product to sell is a lot of trial and error. In the beginning, I went into stores to find profitable products. After weeks of market research, I learned that you can get 50% ROI on a specific brand of shoes. Based on that, I niched down product categories and brands. Then, I would purchase sneakers online during sales and resell them on Amazon for full price. I use an app that provides data such as product sales estimates and the number of sellers. I was privileged to have plenty of help with my newborn, including a work-from-home husband, parents, and in-laws who would switch off babysitting. This allowed me to invest enough time to master this new side hustle. I scaled the business to over $200,000 in revenue within a year, with a net profit of $14,000. In 2024, I shared my reselling story on YouTube, and it went viral, gaining over 2 million views and 50,000 subscribers. This led me to join the YouTube Partner Program, where I create one to four videos a month and earn around $500 monthly from YouTube AdSense. Along with my reselling business, this generates enough income to cover living expenses and the $12,000 I contribute annually toward my retirement fund. I currently earn between $2,000 and $5,000 a month as an entrepreneur. My husband's 9-to-5 job covers our family's health insurance and mortgage. His income is in the low six figures, and he enjoys his job, so he isn't looking to retire early. I pay for all the other bills, like utilities and groceries. I've worked as a software engineer at Tulip Interfaces for almost four years and will officially leave when my maternity leave ends to embrace freedom and flexibility. I like my job but don't prefer working for a company. I want to work for myself at my leisure. I'm on my second maternity leave and focused on creating content and launching new side hustles while spending more time with my family. For me, retiring means having the freedom to do anything I want. I won't sit at home and do nothing as a retiree. My hobby is starting new businesses, learning, and sharing my knowledge. I'm focused on testing different businesses, such as an AI automation agency, and launching additional e-commerce businesses. My core business currently focuses on content creation from YouTube. Ultimately, I want to travel around the world with my family. Do you have a story to share about retiring early? Contact this editor at lhaas@ Read the original article on Business Insider Sign in to access your portfolio
