The 'Akireta Boys Activity Record' book is coming out!
Hello!
This time, I am announcing the release of the Akireta Boys Activity Record book version.
The note 'Akireta Boys Activity Record' was serialized with the goal of eventually compiling it into a book.
I was preparing the book version in parallel with the serialization, and it has been decided to publish it just as the note series concluded!
Scheduled for release on July 7, 2024
¥3,300(¥3,000 base price + tax)
▼Amazon sales page (you can pre-order now!)
It is a paperback A5 size (black and white text), 451 pages.
It is sold via Amazon POD (a format where books are printed at Amazon's factory upon order), and it will also be available for purchase on Rakuten Books shortly after sales begin on Amazon.
The main content follows the activities of the Akireta Boys in chronological order, just like the note series, but in addition, there are plenty of
elements unique to the book version!
1. Gorgeous guest contributions!
When I requested contributions for parts I couldn't write myself, I was able to receive some wonderful writing...!
《Guest Column》 'Akireta Boys' Movies Chronicle 1939-1953 / Toshiaki Sato
A 14-year story of the Boys seen on the screen.
It is full of volume, and I guarantee you will feel as satisfied as if you had actually watched the movies!
《Guest Column》 The influence of the Akireta Boys in Taiwan / Yukiko Iwasawa
The perspective was fresh, something I didn't have as I was only looking at newspapers from Tokyo and Kyoto.
I was reminded once again of the incredible influence of the Akireta Boys...
《Guest Column》 About my grandfather, Tatsuo Okamura / Ryuta Okamura
I burst into tears when I received and read the manuscript...
By learning about Tatsuo Okamura's personality, the way you hear the Milk Brothers' records might change as well.
《Guest Column》 The post-war Kayokyoku comedy scene / Kihiko Jimbo
How did the 'Boys' that started with the Akireta Boys develop and change after that...
It invites you into the complex and profound world of Kayokyoku comedy: Boys!
(Listed in order of appearance in the book)
All of them made me think immediately after reading, 'I want everyone to read this soon...!!'
Regardless of anything else, this is the one part I really want you to read!
2. Abundant data and materials!
I have included an activity chronology at the end of the book, where you can view all activities in chronological order, including stage performances, radio, movies, and records, which I could only introduce the main points of in the note series. There is also a
filmography and a discography. I think it can be used as research material and as a guide when enjoying movies and records!
3. Packed with bonus columns too!
From record guides, costumes, and fan stories to marriage episodes and little bits of trivia...
I've packed in plenty of topics that I couldn't fit into the note.
I'm sure even geeky fans like me will enjoy it...
While there are books about individual members and magazine features on the boys,
this should be the first time that the Akireta Boys as a whole have been covered in a single book.
A book that lets you fully enjoy the Akireta Boys!
Please enjoy the book version as well!
Thank you for your support!