Kodansha Presents Shangri-La Frontier Creators Katarina & Ryosuke Fuji at Anime NYC

Shangri-La Frontier Creators Make Their Anime NYC Debut!

Anime NYC has a new date for 2024 and promises to be the hottest one yet!
Taking place on August 23-25, 2024 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City, Anime NYC is the premier event for anime and manga fans east of the Mississippi, and this time, Kodansha's bringing some extra heat with the announcement of the Shangri-La Frontier manga creators Katarina and Ryosuke Fuji making their Anime NYC debut.

Fans of the videogame action manga will get multiple opportunities to catch these amazing creators across panels hosted by Crunchyroll and Kodansha, as well as a special signing event (more info coming soon)! 

Take a look below for details on where and when to catch the Shangri-La Frontier creators and Kodansha at Anime NYC.

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#Kodansha_ShangriLaFrontier Contest:

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Free Shangri-La Frontier Digital Wallpapers:

Not going to be at Anime NYC this year? You can still celebrate with us by downloading special Shangri-La Frontier digital wallpapers! Available for both desktop and mobile devices, these wallpapers feature character art of Sunraku, Arthur Pencilgon, OiKatzo, and Psyger-0 by series artist Ryosuke Fuji. See below to download your wallpapers today:

Download the Shangri-La Frontier desktop wallpapers here: 

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Download the Shangri-La Frontier mobile wallpapers here:

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Shangri-La Frontier Creator Autograph Session: 

 Want to get an unforgettable momento from Anime NYC? Come to the Shangri-La Frontier signing session and meet the creators one-on-one! Tickets for this special signing event will be distributed via Anime NYC's lottery system. More info on how to sign up will be revealed soon, so keep an eye out for when this info drops!

When: Friday, August 23 at 3:30-4:30PM EST
Where and How: Anime NYC signing lottery now closed

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Panels Galore at Anime NYC: 

At Anime NYC, Kodansha is participating in a number of programs spotlighting not only our visiting Shangri-La Frontier creators, Katarina and Ryosuke Fuji, but also panels aimed at helping educators and librarians, as well as a special glimpse at the future of Kodansha manga publishing.

Keep your eyes open for #ANYC24_Kodansha announcements on kodansha.us. You can also look for updates across our social media channels on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to experience Anime NYC from the comfort of your own home!

Shangri-La Frontier Creator Panels: 

Shangri-La Frontier Panel featuring Creators and Anime Staff
When: Friday, August 23, 2024 at 5:30PM - 6:30PM EST
Where: Sakura Stage
What: Max out your stats and gear up for a deep dive into Shangri-La Frontier with the creators and anime staff! Join Katarina (original author), Ryosuke Fuji (manga artist), and Hiroyuki Aoi (anime producer) as they talk about building the immersive world and story of ShanFro, along with how they brought the unique story and characters to life in the anime.

The panel will feature a Q&A with Katarina-sensei and Fuji-sensei, as well as a premiere of Season 2 Episode 1 of Shangri-La Frontier! So prepare for some anime surprises!

Kodansha Presents Shangri-La Frontier Creators Katarina & Ryosuke Fuji
When: Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 11:00AM - 12:00PM EST
Where: Jacob Javits Center — Panel Room 4
What: If you've been amazed by the fantastical worlds and epic fights of Shangri-La Frontier, now is your chance to hear from the creators behind it all in this manga-focused event! Kodansha presents Katarina (original author) & Ryosuke Fuji (manga artist), the incredible creators behind the Shangri-La Frontier manga, in a not-to-be-missed panel only at Anime NYC! Learn about Fuji & Katarina-sensei’s creative process, the inspiration behind the manga's vast digital worlds, and more in this wide-ranging panel no manga fan should miss!

About the Shangri-La Frontier Creators: 

Katarina: Novelist, the author of Shangri-La Frontier novel that serialized on a web novel posting site. The novel is adapted into manga by Ryosuke Fuji and now running in "Weekly Shonen Magazine". The first chapter of the manga Shangri-La Frontier topped all four categories in the magazine’s reader poll, and the series won the Shōnen category at 47th Kodansha Manga Awards.

Ryosuke Fuji: Manga artist debuted with Attack on Titan: Lost Girls (original work by Hajime Isayama, novel by Hiroshi Seko). Ryosuke Fuji is currently serializing Shangri-La Frontier (original novel by Katarina) in "Weekly Shonen Magazine". The first chapter of the manga Shangri-La Frontier topped all four categories in the magazine’s reader poll, and the series won the Shōnen category at 47th Kodansha Manga Awards.

Kodansha Announcement Panel: 

Kodansha USA: Secrets Revealed
When: Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 3:00PM - 4:00PM  EST
Where: Jacob Javits Center — Panel Room 2 - 1A12
What: Kodansha—publisher of some of the most exciting, action-packed & heartfelt manga published today, like Blue Lock, WIND BREAKER, and A Sign of Affection—invites you to get a special first look at new manga licenses and initiatives sure to excite anime and manga fans new and old! Come for a manga-focused sneak peek, but stay for personalized recommendations, giveaways, and even a few surprises!

Librarian & Educator-focused Panels: 

Choosing the Perfect Manga for Your Library Collection
When: Friday, August 23, 2024 at 1:30PM - 2:30PM  EST
Where: Jacob Javits Center — Panel Room 4 - 1A23
What: Discover expert tips and strategies for selecting the perfect manga titles to enhance your library collection. Learn how to cater to diverse reader interests, from captivating storylines to visually striking artwork, ensuring your collection appeals to manga enthusiasts of all ages. Join us to explore the world of manga with the best picks curated by industry professionals. Moderator: Jillian Rudes (NYCDOE Librarian)

Publisher Insights to Mastering Manga and Anime
When: Friday, August 23, 2024 at 4:30PM - 5:30PM  EST
Where: Jacob Javits Center — Panel Room 4 - 1A23
What: Curious if that manga has an anime or if that anime has a manga? Gain insights into upcoming manga releases and hidden gems, including titles that have also been adapted into anime series. Join leading publishers as they explore the vibrant world of manga and anime, and learn strategies for integrating these popular mediums into library collections and programs. Moderator: Joe Pascullo

Catch us at even more panels:

The Rise of Queer Manga
When: Friday, August 23, 2024 at 3:00PM - 4:00PM  EST
Where: Jacob Javits Center — Panel Room 3 - 1A21
What: In the last two decades, while BL and Yuri remain popular, a whole new genre has come to life - LGBTQ+ manga. Telling both fiction and non-fictional stories of queer life, there's more representation in manga than ever before. Moderator: Erica Friedman

All Grown Up? Josei & Seinen Manga & Anime
When: Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 12:30PM - 1:30PM  EST
Where: Jacob Javits Center — Panel Room 6 - 1A03
What: Shonen and Shojo manga might dominate the market, but the REAL fun is in the Josei and Seinen series! Join illustrator Alitha E. Martinez, Kodansha editor Ajani Oloye, authors Tony Weaver Jr. and Vandel Marchen, podcasters Toyin Yusuf and Siddharth Gupta for a discussion about older characters and mature fans of manga and anime. Moderated by comics editor, writer, scholar Dr. Shamika Mitchell (State University of New York, Rockland Community College).

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2024 American Manga Award Nominations from Kodansha

At this year's Anime NYC Kodansha is honored to have manga series like The Darwin Incident, Blood on the Tracks, and series collaborators on series like Witch Hat Atelier, Isaak and Initial D nominated to receive awards in the first ever American Manga Awards, happening Thursday, August 22, 2024!

See below for info and previews of Kodansha titles and creators up for awards:

 

BEST NEW MANGA
The Darwin Incident, by Shun Umezawa
Editor: Daniel Joseph, Translator: Cat Anderson, Production: Grace Lu, Pei Ann and Eve Grandt

 

BEST CONTINUING MANGA SERIES
Blood on the Tracks, by Shuzo Oshimi
Editor: Daniel Joseph, Translator: Daniel Komen, Production: Risa Cho, Pei Ann Yeap, Evan Hayden

 

BEST TRANSLATION
Stephen Kohler for Witch Hat Atelier, by Kamome Shirahama
Editor: Haruko Hashimoto

BEST LETTERING
Lys Blakeslee for Witch Hat Atelier, by Kamome Shirahama
Editor: Haruko Hashimoto

 

BEST TRANSLATION
Kevin Steinbach for Issak, by Shinji Makari and DOUBLE–S
Editor: Sage Einarsen

 

BEST PUBLICATION DESIGN
Phil Balsman for Initial D Omnibus, by Shuichi Shigeno
Editor: Maggie Le, Lettering: Scott O. Brown 

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Stay tuned to this blog with even more updates from Kodansha during Anime NYC 2024