Issui Ogawa Boeken

A selection of outstanding works of fantasy and science fiction from Japan, published here in English for the first time to reveal new and very different slices of the Japanese imagination. Following the success of the first Speculative Japan book, Volume 2 explores the visions of best-selling authors across a range of genres, from the heart-warming fantasy of Awa Naoko to the cold, lonely outer spaces of Tani Koshu. Explore the Japanese view of speculative fiction, and discover the similarities and differences that make cross-cultural literature so satisfying.

The debut novel from a distinctive Science Fiction imprint by VIZ Media, a leading manga publisher.

Set in 2025, a Japanese private company embarks on a mission to establish a civilian moon base. Otaba General Construction, known for building resilient structures, faces its toughest challenge yet. Sennosuke Touenji, a powerful leisure conglomerate chairman, entrusts his granddaughter Tae to oversee the project alongside engineer Aomine. As they navigate the harsh lunar environment, they encounter adventure, challenges, and the potential for romance, highlighting the intersection of corporate ambition and personal relationships in space exploration.