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    Final front and back cover art for Kraken Releasing`s Blu-ray edition of THE RETURN OF GODZILLA. Photos courtesy of Section23 Films. © 1984 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Source: Section23 Films, Kraken Releasing Special Thanks to Mike Bailiff A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE Kraken Releasing/Section23 has provided SciFi Japan with a first look at the final packaging art -- newly approved by Toho -- for their upcoming Blu-ray and DVD editions of THE RETURN OF GODZILLA (???, Gojira, 1984). They also shared a trio of stills from the film. Kraken Releasing`s THE RETURN OF GODZILLA discs will be available September 13, 2016 and have SRPs $14.98 for the Blu-Rays and $9.98 for the DVD. Additional information is available from the link below. About Kraken Releasing KRAKEN RELEASING is a new international video distribution label specializing in Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror genre entertainment for mainstream audiences. Together with sister labels MAIDEN JAPAN (TOKYO MAGNITUDE 8.0,

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    Source: X-Plus Co., Ltd. Special Thanks to Jun Umeji A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE The Japanese toy company X-Plus Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information and high-res photos of their Gigantic Series: Godzilla 1954 from the original GODZILLA (???, Gojira). The figure is the latest release combining the company`s large scale “Gigantic Series” with their “Yuji Sakai Modeling Collection” line sculpted by the artist renowned for his work on the Toho films as well as hugely popular collectibles including model kits, statues, toys, books and Bandai`s S.H. MonsterArts. Standing 17 inches tall and nearly 30 inches long, Godzilla will be molded under Yuki Sakai`s supervision in order to ensure the final product will maintain the intricate details of his original sculpt. The figure is intended for fans and collectors ages 15 and up. X-Plus monster figures can be purchased directly from the company`s official

    Image courtesy of VIZ Media. © 2012 Haruichi Furudate /SHUEISHA Inc.

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    Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, a premier company in the field of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, has announced the launch of a pair of new manga series. The riveting sports manga Haikyu!! comes to English readers with the print and digital debut of the series on July 5th while the smash hit manga series Kuroko`s Basketball kicks off with Volume 1 on August 2nd. Created by Haruichi Furudate, Haikyu!! depicts the on- and off-the-court drama of a driven young volleyball player. The series is rated ‘T’ for Teens and will be released under the Shonen Jump imprint with a print MSRP of $9.99 U.S. / $12.99 U.S. Haikyu!! launches digitally on July 5th on VIZManga.com and also will be available via the VIZ Manga App, as well as from the Nook,

    Photo courtesy of X-Plus. © 1996 KADOKAWA NHFN

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    Figure Coming August 2016 Source: X-Plus Co., Ltd. Special Thanks to Jun Umeji A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE Legion invasion! Recreate the fierce battle on the last line of defense! The Japanese toy company X-Plus Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information and exclusive high-res photos of their Mother Legion figure from GAMERA 2: ADVENT OF LEGION (???2 ??????, Gamera 2: Region Shurai, 1996). It`s been a year since X-Plus last released a new Gamera series figure, but the company has returned to the franchise in a very big way! Built in scale to their Gamera (1996 Edition), Legion stands nearly 15 inches tall and more than 22 inches long. Each of Legion`s 10 claws are fully poseable. The head can move and its hood opened and closed to reproduce the alien`s microwave blast posture. The Shounen Ric website Limited Edition version comes with a

    Image courtesy of VIZ Media. © 2014 by Mitsu Izumi/ SHUEISHA Inc

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    A Battle Between Powerful Angels, Sensual Demons and a Mysterious Gardener For the Fate of the World Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, a premier company in the field of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, delivers a brand new supernatural action series with the launch of 7thGarden on July 5th. The manga series, created by Mitsu Izumi, will be published in print and digitally under the Shonen Jump imprint with a rating of ‘T+’ for Older Teens. Print volumes will carry an MSRP of $9.99 U.S. / $12.99 CAN. 7thGarden launches digitally on July 5th on VIZManga.com and also will be available via the VIZ Manga App, as well as from the Nook, Kobo, Kindle, iBooks, comiXology, and Google Play stores. Future volumes of the ongoing series will be published in English on

    Image courtesy of VIZ Media. © Yuki Tabata/ HAKUSENSHA, Inc.

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    New Title Straight from the Pages of Weekly Shonen Jump Debuts as Its Own Print and Digital Series Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, a premiere company in the field of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, delivers a brand new fantasy action adventure about a young boy’s quest to master his newly-gained magical powers with the launch of the manga series, Black Clover. Created by Yuki Tabata, Black Clover has been thrilling readers in the pages of Weekly Shonen Jump since 2015 and is available in print and digital editions under the Shonen Jump imprint with a rating of ‘T’ for Teens. Print editions carry an MSRP of $9.99 U.S. / $12.99 CAN. Black Clover digital volumes are available via VIZManga.com and the VIZ Manga App, as well as from the Nook, Kobo,

    Two of the variant covers for Godzilla: Rage Across Time #2. Left: Standard cover by Bob Eggleton. Right: Subscription cover by Tadd Galusha. Images courtesy of IDW Publishing. © 2016 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    New 5 Issue Comic Book Mini-Series Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Kahlil Schweitzer and Chris Mowry IDW Publishing has announced solicitations for the second issue of Godzilla: Rage Across Time, a five part mini-series from the creators behind the smash-hit Godzilla in Hell. Following the tradition established in In Hell, every issue of Godzilla: Rage Across Time will see a new creative team of monstrous talent. The story for issue #2 is co-authored by Chris Mowry (Godzilla: Rulers of Earth) and Kahlil Schweitzer, and features artwork by Tadd Galusha (Dream Thief, The Backwoods). Godzilla: Rage Across Time #2 will be available from comic book shops and retailers in September 2016. The issue features variant covers by Tadd Galusha, Bob Eggleton (Godzilla in Hell, Godzilla King of the Monsters) and Aaron John Gregory. Godzilla: Rage Across Time #2 Writers: Chris Mowry and Kahlil Schweitzer Artist: Tadd Galusha

    The miniature Mechagodzilla fleet is no match for Godzilla`s might in Godzilla: Oblivion #4, coming next week from IDW Publishing. Image courtesy of IDW Publishing. © 2016 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Kahlil Schweitzer and Steven Scott A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE SciFi Japan`s run of Godzilla exclusives continues with an advance look at Godzilla: Oblivion #4, courtesy of IDW Publishing. The issue will be available from comic shops and retailers Wednesday, June 22nd. Godzilla: Oblivion is a five-part mini-series from writer Joshua Fialkov (Doctor Who, Ultimate FF) and artist Brian Churilla (Big Trouble in Little China!, TMNT), set on an Earth where monsters don’t exist... until a scientist creates a portal to another dimension where kaiju rule supreme and Godzilla is their unrivaled King! Godzilla: Oblivion #4 Writer: Joshua Fialkov Artist: Brian Churilla Colorist: Jay Fotos Letterer/Creative Consultant: Chris Mowry Editor: Bobby Curnow Cover: Brian Churilla In-Store Date: June 22, 2016 Pages: 32 Cover Price: $3.99 The humans of our Earth fight fire with fire as they begin to create their

    Godzilla 1989 and 1991 figures sculpted by Yuji Sakai are coming from X-Plus USA in 2017. Photo courtesy of John Stanowski. © TM & © TOHO CO., LTD.

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    Additional Figures from Sculptor Yuji Sakai Source: Diamond Comic Distributors, X-Plus Co., Ltd. Additional Material: John Stanowski / Kaiju Addicts Special Thanks to Sachiko Ikenouchi A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE Hot on the heels of their recently announced GODZILLA 12IN SERIES 2016-17 lineup, Diamond Comic Distributors has revealed two more figures for 2017. The new additions are sculpted by Yuji Sakai, the artist renowned for his work on the Toho films as well as hugely popular collectibles including model kits, statues, toys, books and the S.H. MonsterArts line. SciFi Japan has Diamond`s product information for these new X-Plus USA Godzilla figures, along with -- as always -- exclusive high-res photos courtesy of X-Plus Japan. The Yuji Sakai Godzilla figures will be available from comic book and collector’s shops including SFJ`s sponsors Anime Jungle and Flossie`s Gifts & Collectibles. To find a comic shop near you, visit

    Photo courtesy of John Stanowski. © TM & © TOHO CO., LTD.

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    Source: Diamond Comic Distributors, X-Plus Co., Ltd. Additional Material: John Stanowski / Kaiju Addicts Special Thanks to Sachiko Ikenouchi, Gee Okamoto, Kazuma Matsubara and Zach Oat A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE Diamond Comic Distributors will distribute several Godzilla figures from X-Plus USA following their current wave of GODZILLA KAIJU 12IN SERIES monsters. The first new figure is scheduled for November 2016. SciFi Japan has Diamond`s product information for X-Plus USA’s 2016-17 lineup, along with exclusive high-res photos of the figures, courtesy of X-Plus Japan. The Godzilla figures will be available from comic book and collector’s shops including SFJ`s sponsors Anime Jungle and Flossie`s Gifts & Collectibles. To find a comic shop near you, visit comicshoplocator.com. GODZILLA 12IN SERIES: GODZILLA PX FIGURE 1984 VERSION Product Size: Height Approximately 11.4 Inches Material: PVC (Vinyl) SRP: $160.00 Estimated Ship Date: November 30, 2016 From X

    SciFi Japan previews the trade paperback collections, Godzilla: Complete Rulers of Earth Vol. 1 and Godzilla Treasury Edition, coming next week from IDW. Images courtesy of IDW Publishing. © 2016 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Kahlil Schweitzer A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE IDW Publishing has provided SciFi Japan with previews of their new Godzilla trade paperback collections, Godzilla: Complete Rulers of Earth Vol. 1 and Godzilla Treasury Edition. Both volumes will be available from comic shops and retailers on June 15th. Godzilla: Complete Rulers of Earth Vol. 1 TPB Story: Chris Mowry and Matt Frank Writer: Chris Mowry Artists: Matt Frank, Jeff Zornow Inks Assist: Mostafa Moussa Colors: Rhonda Pattison and Priscilla Tramontano Letterer: Shawn Lee and Chris Mowry Editor: Bobby Curnow Cover: Matt Frank Godzilla returns, and the world will never be the same! Giant monsters are appearing across the globe and leaving complete devastation in their wake. But who -- or what -- might be behind their attacks? It`s up to Commander Steven Woods and his

    ANSATSU KYOSHITSU © 2012 Yusei Matsui/SHUEISHA Inc

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    VIZ Media and Japan Society Welcome Best-Selling Manga Creator to NYCC for Events and Autograph Sessions Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen ReedPOP, the world`s leading producer of pop culture events, today announced that author and artist of Assassination Classroom (????, Ansatsu Kyoshitsu), Yusei Matsui, will be appearing at New York Comic Con this October for events and Autograph Sessions. Matsui is appearing at NYCC in partnership with VIZ Media, a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution and global entertainment licensing, and the Japan Society, a nonprofit cross-cultural institution in New York. One of the most popular and best-selling manga series in the United States, Assassination Classroom is a humorous and action-packed story about a class of misfits who are trying to kill their new teacher -- an alien octopus with bizarre powers and super

    © ONE, Yusuke Murata/SHUEISHA, Hero Association HQ

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    Multiple Licenses Granted Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Official Site: onepunchman-anime.net (Japan) Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, has announced several notable new product licensing partners for the hit anime/manga action property, ONE-PUNCH MAN (??????, Wanpanman). The announcement comes ahead of VIZ Media’s participation at the upcoming 2016 Licensing Expo in Las Vegas, NV later this month and positions ONE-PUNCH MAN for penetration into the substantial North American consumer market. The manga series is widely read and featured regularly on literary bestseller lists such as the New York Times and Nielsen BookScan, while the anime counterpart is watched by millions of fans online. The new product partners cover a diverse array of consumer categories including apparel, collectible figures, posters, and other personal accessories. Partners include Ata-Boy,

    Photo courtesy of X-Plus. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD.

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    Source: X-Plus Co., Ltd., Bandai Co., Ltd. Special Thanks to Jun Umeji A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE The Japanese toy company X-Plus Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information and high-res photos of their latest collaboration with Bandai; a new version of the Gigantic Series: Godzilla 2001 from GODZILLA, MOTHRA, KING GHIDORAH: GIANT MONSTERS ALL-OUT ATTACK (?????????????? ??????, Gojira Mosura Kingu Gidora: Daikaijuu Sookoogeki). Godzilla 2001 kicked off X-Plus` new Gigantic Series of colossal painted soft vinyl figures in December 2013. The figure is now being reissued with new blue-white translucent dorsal fins, replicating the glow as the monster powers up his radioactive breath. The new Godzilla 2001 also comes with a bonus polystone (resin) sculpt of the movie logo for GODZILLA, MOTHRA, KING GHIDORAH: GIANT MONSTERS ALL-OUT ATTACK. This item is sold exclusively by X-Plus` official Shounen Ric website and the Premium Bandai website

    Godzilla challenges King Ghidorah in Godzilla: Oblivion #3, coming next week from IDW Publishing. Image courtesy of IDW Publishing. © 2016 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Kahlil Schweitzer A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE IDW Publishing has provided SciFi Japan with an exclusive preview of the first five pages from Godzilla: Oblivion #3. The issue will be available from comic shops and retailers Wednesday, May 25th. Godzilla: Oblivion is a five-part mini-series from writer Joshua Fialkov (Doctor Who, Ultimate FF) and artist Brian Churilla (Big Trouble in Little China!, TMNT), set on an Earth where monsters don’t exist... until a scientist creates a portal to another dimension where kaiju rule supreme and Godzilla is their unrivaled King! Godzilla: Oblivion #3 Writer: Joshua Fialkov Artist: Brian Churilla Colorist: Jay Fotos Letterer/Creative Consultant: Chris Mowry Editor: Bobby Curnow Cover: Brian Churilla In-Store Date: May 25, 2016 Pages: 32 Cover Price: $3.99 A plan to rid our world of King Ghidorah backfires and the Earth faces certain calamity! A small

    Two of the variant covers for Godzilla: Rage Across Time #1. Left: Standard cover by Bob Eggleton. Right: Subscription cover by Matt Frank. Images courtesy of IDW Publishing. © 2016 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    New 5 Issue Comic Book Mini-Series Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Kahlil Schweitzer and Matt Frank IDW Publishing has announced solicitations for the first issue of Godzilla: Rage Across Time, a five part mini-series from the creators behind the smash-hit Godzilla in Hell. Following the tradition established in In Hell, every issue of Godzilla: Rage Across Time will see a new creative team of monstrous talent! The story for issue #1 is co-authored by writer Jeremy Robinson (Project Nemesis) and artist Matt Frank (Godzilla: Rulers of Earth, Project Nemesis). Godzilla: Rage Across Time #1 will be available from comic book shops and retailers in August 2016. The issue features variant covers by Matt Frank, Bob Eggleton (Godzilla in Hell, Godzilla King of the Monsters) and Ulises Fariñas (Godzilla in Hell). Godzilla: Rage Across Time #1 Writer: Jeremy Robinson and Matt Frank Artist: Matt Frank Colorist: Matt

    Image courtesy of VIZ Media. Ojousama no Untenshu © Keiko Ishihara 2011/HAKUSENSHA, Inc.

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    Intriguing New Series About Social Class And Forbidden Love Debuts In Print And Digitally In May Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Elizabeth Ellis and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor, publisher and licensor of manga and anime in North America, expands its shojo manga roster with the May 3rd launch of The Heiress and the Chauffuer, a new 2-volume series by creator Keiko Ishihara depicting the romance between a turn-of-the-century heiress and her devoted servant. The Heiress and the Chauffuer is rated ‘T’ for Teens and will be released under the Shojo Beat imprint with an MSRP of $9.99 U.S. / $12.99 CAN. The series also launches digitally on May 3rd via VIZManga.com and the VIZ Manga App (iOS and Android), as well as from the Nook, Kobo, Kindle, iBooks, comiXology, and GooglePlay stores. At an all-girls school during the

    Godzilla: Complete Rulers of Earth Vol. 1 TPB. Image courtesy of Matt Frank. © 2016 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Source: Matt Frank Official Site: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Bobby Curnow A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE IDW Publishing Godzilla artist Matt Frank has offered SciFi Japan readers an exclusive preview of his cover artwork for the Godzilla: Complete Rulers of Earth Vol. 1 Trade Paperback, collecting issues #1–12 of the Godzilla: Rulers of Earth series. IDW`s trade collections generally reuse cover artwork from the comics, and their solicitations for Godzilla: Complete Rulers of Earth featured Matt Frank`s "Godzilla vs Zilla" cover from Godzilla: Rulers of Earth #2. Frank explained how he swayed the publisher into going with an original illustration... "I begged and pleaded to do a cover for the collected edition, although IDW had already decided they wanted to do something different than usual, so it initially wasn`t needed. I still requested at least a spot in the book for a pinup, which I

    Naruto: Sakura`s Story. Image courtesy of VIZ Media. NARUTO SAKURA-HIDEN SHIREN,HARUKAZE NI NOSETE © 2015 by Masashi Kishimoto, Tomohito Ohsaki/ SHUEISHA Inc.

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    Latest Original Story Focusing On Key Characters From Masashi Kishimoto’s Smash Hit Ninja Manga Series Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Elizabeth Ellis and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest publisher, distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, announces the release of Naruto: Sakura`s Story, the third book in a series of original novels focusing on key characters from the widely acclaimed ninja action anime/manga franchise. Naruto: Sakura`s Story debuts in print and digitally on May 3rd and was written by Takashi Yano and Tomohito Ohsaki. The novel is based on characters and concepts by original Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. Allies and enemies from the famed Naruto series take center stage in these fast-paced adventures, with each novel focusing on a particular clan mate, ally, team... or villain.The latest book depicts the story of Sakura Haruno, a faithful and

    Photo courtesy of X-Plus. © TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD.

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    Source: X-Plus Co., Ltd. Special Thanks to Sachiko Ikenouchi A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE The fourth soft vinyl figure in X-Plus` Gigantic Series will be the popular "Kingoji" design from KING KONG VS GODZILLA (??????????, Kingu Kongu Tai Gojira, 1962). The sculpt for the figure was produced by Kaibutsuya, the studio behind the Gigantic Series Godzilla (2001 Edition) and Godzilla (1995 Edition). X-Plus monster figures can be purchased directly from the company`s official Shounen Ric website. Shounen Ric offers Limited Editions of the figures with exclusive features or bonus pieces not available from other retailers. The Limited Edition Gigantic Series: Godzilla (1962) will have an alternate color scheme. The standard figure can be pre-ordered from stores and online retailers including SFJ`s sponsors Anime Jungle and Flossie`s Gifts & Collectibles. Gigantic Series: Godzilla (1962) /??????????? ?????1962?? Product Size: Height Approximately 48cm (18.9 Inches), Length Approximately 48cm, Overall

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