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60 Years of Impossible Stories
For sixty years, Kodansha has connected readers in the United States with stories from Japan—stories that have challenged expectations, crossed borders, and inspired generations.
From enduring classics like Ashita no Joe: Fighting for Tomorrow and Black Jack to landmark works such as The Ghost in the Shell, Initial D, Mushishi, and Vinland Saga, Kodansha’s history in the U.S. has been shaped by creators whose work continues to find new audiences. Today, titles like Witch Hat Atelier, Blue Lock, and The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity carry that legacy forward, opening the door to new worlds, ideas, and communities.
To celebrate Kodansha’s 60th anniversary in the United States, this series will highlight twenty-seven works spanning decades of manga history and more. We’ll be posting a new essay each week featuring one of Kodansha’s most iconic titles, introducing new readers to classics they may have missed and offering fresh insights to even the most seasoned fans. So join us over the course of the coming months to honor the legacy of Kodansha USA—and the impossible stories that continue to inspire what comes next.
