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     Long awaited last volume of Given is finally releasing on September 1st of this year! The book will contain the last 4 chapters- Hiragi_Mix 18 to Hiragi_Mix 21, with other additional extras to be followed.

🎸 Where to purchase the book?

    There are a few places to purchase the book! Extra’s depend on where you purchase the item

> Underlined words are hyperlinks!

1.) Shinshokan

     A standard order is held alongside the main publisher of the book alongside the following websites and more:

2.) Animate      You are able to purchase the book by itself (¥858) on the website however, it also offers a package purchase of the book (¥858) alongside an acrylic stand (¥1870) 👇🏼 for a total of ¥2728 (tax included).

     The website also offers an alternative package in partner with Shinshokan wherein purchasing the book automatically enters you into a lottery for a chance to win a WEB autograph session with Natsuki Kizu- sensei herself @/ Animate Online of 👇🏼 image, with a chance to address her a message personally (¥858) ! You may only avail the purchase once, additional entries will lead to cancellation. All purchases also contain a free letter to address to sensei, all of which will be sent to her for her to read; messages are editable even after purchase. The lottery will run from 1st (1200h) to 27th (2359h) of August while the winner will be chosen on the 29th of August and announced via private email. 

3.) Toranoana

     Toranoana offers a 80x80 limited edition paid acrylic keychain (¥860) alongside a purchase of Given vol 9 (¥858) from their store which can be reserved through their store in Ikebukuro, asides from being mail ordered. 

4.) Comicomi

     Although the lack of sample image, Comicomi will be releasing a limited edition record coaster (¥900 + tax) alongside a purchase of Given vol 9 (¥780 + tax) for a total of  1,680 yen (+ tax).

5.) Horin Love Books

     This website also offers a regular purchase of Given vol 9 alongside another offer of limited edition benefits of a clear card (¥550) alongside a purchase of Given vol 9 (¥858)

Hey everyone! This is an unofficial post made to spread information regarding the new GIVEN Disc Box containing recorded content of the GIVEN TV animation 11 episode series, Given: The Movie, and OVA Given: Uragawa no Sonzai. According to Given official website, the box will also contain an OAD "Uragawa no Sonzai" (Limited edition manga volume + 1 episode bonus content), this content has not been mentioned in other websites / is referred equivalent to Given OVA so keep an eye out for any updates as all product benefits and specifications may change without notice!

The box set comes with a limited edition jacket along with a special leaflet from Kizu-sensei, as well as an illustration card, and a bonus video containing non-credit opening and endings. A B2 announcement poster will also be handed out to customers who have purchased the Disc Box at target stores, in first-come, first-served basis. Once the stock of the poster runs out, it is all gone!

Target stores include : ANIPLEX, Studio Hibari / Lerche, Animate, Amazon. co. jp , Rakuten Books , Sofmap Animega, TSUTAYA Online, Toranoana Ikebukuro Store / Mail Order, Seven Net Shopping, AmiAmi Online Shop, WonderGOO / Shinseido, HMV, Tower Records, and Noitamina Shop

Non target stores such as CDJapan will not provide a B2 announcement poster as well as other special benefits.

🎸 Special Benefits:

Aniplex+: A4 clear file bag & smartphone shoulder strap

Studio Hibari/ Lerche (mail order): Original picture can badge & original picture postcard set

Animate: 4 square acrylic coaster set

Amazon . jp limited: Acrylic key chain & purse

Rakuten Books: Original name scene photobook + 5 piece acrylic stand set

TSUTAYA Online: 4 L sized bromide set

Sofmap Animega: 4 acrylic panel set

Seven net shopping: Eco bag

AmiAmi Online Shop: Character fine mat

Toranoana Ikebukuro store & mail order: A3 clear poster

Noitamina shop: CD Jacket style acrylic frame & Jacket card

est. Price: 🌸 ¥6,100 🍁¥6,100 🍁🥁 ¥8,900 Pre-order start: Nov 30, 2023 Pre-order deadline: January 2024* * deadline depends on which GoodSmile Store so make sure to check the deadline of the store youre ordering from ex. 🇯🇵Jan. 18 🇬🇧Jan. 17 🇵🇭Jan. 19 Distribution: June 2023

🍁 AKIHIKO KAJI NENDOROID SET

Parts in this set are included in all 2 versions of Akihiko Kaji nendoroid series

Face plates: - Calm face - Cheeky face - Blushing face

Optional parts: - Cigarette - Pointing hand parts for use with Nendoroid Haruki Nakayama - Other optional parts for different poses

🍁🥁 DRUM SET for Drum ver. Akihiko Kaji ONLY

Drum set version will include all small parts included in the regular version in addition to this drum set

🌸🎸 Haruki Nakayama Box Contents

Face plates: - Smiling face - Panicked blushing face - Dazed face

Optional parts: - Bass guitar - Cigarette kiss parts - Akihiko's fried rice - Other optional parts for different poses

Additional Information:

- Both boxes will contain a stand to prop-up the nendoroid. - Images may differ from final product as paintwork is partially done by hand - Preorders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP (and US) will include a random Oversized Food + Hand Parts Set as a bonus!

PASH 2019 A Summary of Natsuki Kizu’s GIVEN Interview 1- How was Given born, what works made you want to draw? I wanted to draw a manga which had another key point other than love. I think the main purpose of BL is "romance" but I wanted something other than that. There are a lot of reasons why I chose music. I simply like music and a friend of mine used to be in a band- I wondered if using music to express emotions in BL had a good compatibility.

2- What are the origins, like the character settings of the 4 main characters.  It was originally planned to be completed in one volume, similar to many BL works. Initially, the plan was to end with the first live performance. As for the other characters, I cant express well with their origins- only Mafuyu was a decisive decision.

3-  Which character was the easiest and hardest to move In contrast, I have a hard time handling Mafuyu since he has a lot of elements that I don't have. Hiragi was the easiest to write as his elements are simple.

4- Tell us a behind-the-scene information that will only be revealed here Haruki has only one ex-boyfriend.

5- Who is going to be the uke and seme among Ritsuka & Mafuyu, or Haruki & Akihiko; and how is it going to pan out The theme for both is "emergence". I'm not picky when it comes to who's uke and seme as I prioritize the plot regardless of what I think.

6- What scene or line left the strongest impression on you "Just a little bit" on page 124 volume 2. This series started because I wanted to convey this, and so I was deeply moved when I was finally able to say it.

7- How familiar are you with music? Do you have any musical instruments youre familiar with, or experience in bands? I'm an amateur when it comes to music. I have no band experience, I just love music. I did a lot of lessons but I didn't keep up, I did like listening.

8- What genre of music did you have in mind for Given, and did you use any artists for reference I was asked this when making the anime and it really bothered me because I haven’t decided at all. This is because of "Imeson culture" or image song. It is where the subject is similar but the songs are different to each person. Musical preference also play a role so theres almost no right answer- I think its better to not limit the reader. Regarding "what kind of music is playing", it's left to the reader as much as possible. Ive been careful to leave a space in between as I draw.

9- How did you become a professional writer, and what or who are those that influenced your style? In university, I was in the video (movie) field. Even though I didn't end up in the video field, I think I was strongly influenced by the video-like expression method.

10- What BL works have greatly influenced you, or that you would recommend It's not BL, it's "Banana Fish". My father likes it, and it's almost the only manga I've had at home. It’s one of my original experiences with manga.

11- In production, what do you pay attention to the most I pay attention to the right amount of realism. Since BL stories itself are in insane fantasy, I thought that the foundation that supports it should be somewhat realistic. So, in order to keep the band setting, I studied music and conducted interviews. Also, Given has a mix of true stories from myself and friends, however, it would be a waste of fiction if it was true to reality.

Animate Cafe Business Trip Collaboration Merch 1- Trading Pick (7 types) ¥500 2- CoLotta Trading Acrylic Keychain (8 types) ¥850 3- Famous Scene Trading Card (6 types) ¥850 4- Effector Pedal-style Candy Box w/ bonus card ¥700 5- Fluffy Drink Sleeve (Mafuyu/Kedama) ¥2,200 For anyone interested in purchasing, check out your local proxy shipping services! If waiting isnt an issue, a web order option will also be available after the event; food and beverages excluded.

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