{"product_id":"kikan-s-summer-2026-vol-94","title":"Kikan S Summer 2026 (vol. 94)","description":"\u003cp\u003eKikan S (季刊エス) is a quarterly Japanese magazine dedicated to illustration, design, and visual storytelling, spanning anime, manga, games, and fantasy art. Published by Pie International, it's known for exclusive cover artwork, in-depth artist interviews, and step-by-step making-of features that make it a favorite among illustrators and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted in full color on premium paper, each issue of \u003ci\u003eKikan S\u003c\/i\u003e doubles as an art book — a lasting collectible for fans of Japanese character illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIssue Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVol. 94 explores \"The Making of Fantasy\" with a cover feature on illustrator \u003cb\u003eJun\u003c\/b\u003e, known for \u003ci\u003eBuki Weapons\u003c\/i\u003e and the \u003ci\u003eShould We Form a Party?\u003c\/i\u003e series, fresh off the release of her first fantasy art book, \u003ci\u003eNAVIGAVI\u003c\/i\u003e. The issue includes a full interview and cover making-of, alongside concept art and character design workshops led by the \"Gokinjo\" trio (Hiro Nagasuna, Fujimoto Gold, and Mizutamari Higashi), illustrator okama, and Mana Nanakami with TEWI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA major highlight is a commemorative interview with \u003cb\u003eMizuho Kusanagi\u003c\/b\u003e, creator of the beloved fantasy epic \u003ci\u003eYona of the Dawn\u003c\/i\u003e, marking the manga's conclusion after a celebrated 16-year run. The issue also covers the exhibition \"The Origins of Mamoru Hosoda,\" tied to the acclaimed director's latest film, \u003ci\u003eScarlet\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso in This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA large illustrated pin-up of Jun's cover artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopic marker making-of by orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatercolor paper making-of by Uri Fukamidori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePen tablet making-of by Tasuplus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResults from the 6th GALLERIA illustration contest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOngoing serialized artwork by Range Murata, Hiroyuki Asada, Fuu Aoi, Totomame, and Ugomba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Kikan S\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince its founding, \u003ci\u003eKikan S\u003c\/i\u003e has served as a bridge between the worlds of manga, anime, games, and fine art — spotlighting the illustrators shaping Japan's visual culture through exclusive cover commissions, candid interviews, and detailed making-of breakdowns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach issue pairs a major illustrator feature with a large full-color pin-up, contest results, technique columns, and serialized artwork from some of the industry's most celebrated names, making \u003ci\u003eKikan S\u003c\/i\u003e essential reading for artists and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nMagazine: Kikan S (季刊エス)\u003cbr\u003e\nIssue: Vol. 94, Summer 2026\u003cbr\u003e\nLanguage: Japanese\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Pie International\u003cbr\u003e\nRelease Frequency: Quarterly\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping: Ships from Japan\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TWINHIVE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41579362418746,"sku":"mag-kikans-2606","price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1408\/7106\/files\/S94_cover.jpg?v=1785915292","url":"https:\/\/twinhive.com\/en-eu\/products\/kikan-s-summer-2026-vol-94","provider":"TWINHIVE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}