Art Books (All) - Top 25 at JBOX.com

1. Kokon Togihime Zoushi Shu ~ Shirow Masamune

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:42 -0500

Another fantastic item from the mind of Ghost in the Shell artist Masamune Shirow, a super high quality artbook featuring the colorful and imaginative world of one of Japan's most prominent artists. See old Japan fantasy stories imagined and redrawn by Masamune Shirow. Don't be left out, once these are gone, there won't be any more. Buy 4 or more manga comics or Queen's Blade books and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)

2. Nyan Nyan Nyanko ~ Nyanko Japan Tour no Maki

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:42 -0500

The nyanko cats from San-X are an adorable group of felines who love to dress up in kigurimi (full body costumes) of their favorite food items. In this adorable artbook the nyanko mascots take a fun guided tour around Japan showing you the various treats and landmarks that each region is known for. A picture story based item, it takes you from the tip of Hokkaido, known for their large open fields and cows (in this case cats that dress up like cows), and stopping at various main cities, all the...

3. Megami Magazine Creators vol. 12

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:42 -0500

The gorgeous Summer 2008 edition of Megami Creators magazine is here! More than just a magazine, Megammi Creators is really an artbook in disguise. Released quarterly, each issue features the work of many of Japan's top moe artists and illustrators, presented in handsome perfect-bound format - no staples here, great for archival collection. This issue features a special summer "swimsuit" theme, including work from popular bishoujo game artists and doujinshi creators like Iruma Kamiri...

4. Queen's Blade ~ Musha Miko Emaki -- Tomoe

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:42 -0500

With the enormous popularity of the Queen's Blade combat artbook game in Japan, its publishers decided to branch out and bring the characters to life even further with a series of Bitoshi Gaiden (Beautiful Warrior Side Stories) books. Musha Miko Tomoe is the first in this series, a hardbound, full-color tome lavishly illustrated by artist Eiwa that depicts the struggle of Shinto priestess Tomoe against the demonic hordes of her enemies, led by the female-demon general Shizuka. It wouldn't be...

5. Gurren Lagann YOKO Portraits

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:03:38 -0500

The energetic, busty heroine of Gainax's latest smash hit robot anime Gurren Lagann comes alive in this fabulous artbook featuring all Yoko, all the time! Includes 34 pages of gorgeous Yoko pinup art, the majority of which is exclusive to this book and seen here for the first time - a must for any Yoko fan! Continuing with the "photo book" theme, the other half of this full-color anthology includes interviews with Yoko about the various images, guest commentary from the other characters in the...

6. Figure Maniacs vol. 14

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:03:38 -0500

This is issue 14 of the great magazine Figure Maniacs -- the figure, modeler and garage kit lover's bible. For pros and beginners, this book covers a wide range of beautifully sculpted models, figures and garage kits that you can find here in Japan to collect, put together, or just enjoy via this publication. Stunning full-color and up-close photos of anime and game characters from Evangelion, Nadia, Galaxy Angel, Card Captor Sakura, Futari H, One Piece and many others. A truly amazing...

7. Figure Maniacs vol. 11

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:42 -0500

This is issue 11 of the great magazine Figure Maniacs -- the figure, modeler and garage kit lover's bible. For pros and beginners, this book covers a wide range of beautifully sculpted models, figures and garage kits that you can find here in Japan to collect, put together, or just enjoy via this publication. Stunning full-color and up-close photos of anime and game characters from Onegai Teacher and Onegai Twins, Sailor Moon, Eva, Battle Vixens, Street Fighter II and many others. A truly...

8. Nyan Nyan Nyanko ~ Nyanko Cafe no Maki

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:42 -0500

The nyanko cats from San-X are an adorable group of felines who love to dress up in kigurimi (full body costumes) of their favorite food items. In this adorable artbook the nyanko mascots crawl into your heart and turn into food that is indicative of the cafe culture in Japan. From cakes, sweet rolls, and delicious whipcream topped cocoa, the nyanko cover the full menu with their own special flair. So adorable, they even show a step by step creation on some specialty items like crepe and nyanko...

9. Queen's Blade Perfect Visual Book

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:25:50 -0500

This book is the bible, the ultimate must have for any queen's blade and cute sexy anime girls fan. The Queen's Blade Perfect Visual Book, regroups more than 3 years of works and illustrations by super skilled artist who worked on the Queen's Blade series. About a hundred full color illustrations, featuring ALL characters and heroines, tons of visual and of course detailed profiles for each of them. This is the Queen's Blade must have! Preorder today to make sure you get your volume. ...

10. Figure Maniacs vol. 12

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:25:09 -0500

This is issue 12 of the great magazine Figure Maniacs -- the figure, modeler and garage kit lover's bible. For pros and beginners, this book covers a wide range of beautifully sculpted models, figures and garage kits that you can find here in Japan to collect, put together, or just enjoy via this publication. Stunning full-color and up-close photos of anime and game characters from Chobits, Battle Vixens, Eva, Last Exile, One Piece and many others. A truly amazing catalogue of the most...

11. Queen's Blade vol. 11 ~ Nanael

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:42 -0500

Claiming to have descended from earth with a command from on high to restore holy order across the land, Nanael is actually scheming to create a country of her own, exile all women, and fill it with men to act as her willing servants! Due to her dunce-like behavior in the holy realm she was put on probation and exiled to the mortal world, tasked with undertaking the Queen's Blade tournament by the head angel. Not only that, but she couldn't allow a single drop of the "holy milk" she carries to...

12. Nyan Nyan Nyanko ~ Nyanko Chaya no Maki

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:42 -0500

The nyanko cats from San-X are an adorable group of felines who love to dress up in kigurimi (full body costumes) of their favorite food items. In this adorable artbook the nyanko mascots crawl into your heart and turn into specialty food creations available within the four seasons of Japan. The nyanko cover the full menu with their own special flair from bentos, summer ice slushies, and especially treats at a Tea house which consist of wagashi (Traditional Japanese treats) such as daifuku...

13. Costume Collection -- A Day in a Life of a Japanese School Girl

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:42 -0500

For those who have ever wondered "how do Japanese high school girls spend a complete day?", well here is a glimpse of the answer, at least in styles, poses, and fashion. From the writers of the Manga University line of books, comes a tantalizing array of 500 B&W photos of 8 of the cutest girls you have ever seen from Japan. Inside this thick book, you can experience photos, poses, clothing and action of real girls who have been through the Japanese school system and know exactly what you need...

14. Figure Maniacs vol. 4

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:42 -0500

This great magazine is Figure Maniacs, the figure, modeler and garage kit lover's bible. For pros and beginners, this book covers a wide range of beautifully sculpted models, figures and garage kits that you can find here in Japan to collect, put together, or just enjoy via this publication. Stunning full-color and up-close photos of anime and game characters, Evangelion, Love Hina, She the Ultimate Weapon, Chobits, and many others. A truly amazing catalogue of the most incredible figures you...

15. Monster ~ The Monster Without a Name - Namae no Nai Kaibutsu -- OBLUDA

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:33:05 -0500

Here's a fascinating hardcover book that's a bit of a meta-reference: it's the actual book that appears inside the manga Monster, by Naoki Urasawa. It's interesting because it's "created" by the fictional characters from inside the manga, like Emil Scherbe, Helmuth Voss and Jakob Vyrobek. A real treat for fans of this manga work, the book features manga by several "authors" from the Monster universe, a short story and other art. It also has an evil-looking monster in 3D on the cover, which...

16. How to Draw Manga -- Colorful Costumes

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:09:07 -0400

Here is one of the coolest manga on the market today -- a how to draw manga book in English! Illustrated and written by the famous Tadashi Ozawa who is known for his work on Laputa, Akira, The Record of Lodoss War and Yawara! This thick manga book gives you an inside look at how to draw different kinds of uniforms, costumes and festive clothing such as OL, restaurant, hospital, fast food and other types of uniforms, including traditional attire of other countries. Comments on styles, details...

17. Megami Magazine Creators vol. 16

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:03:38 -0500

Megami Creators is *the* premiere quarterly artbook-style magazine that showcases the work of the hottest upcoming and veteran talent of Japan's bishoujo ("pretty girl") art world. This latest installment of the perfect-bound archival quality magazine features the work of: Bekankou, Shina You, Tiv, Ishiki, Kouji Ogata, Hinata Mutsuki, Komorikei and many more! Also includes a focus on 'Training with Hinako' and the last Queen's Blade Rebellion characters. For the latest word on "more" in...

18. Queen's Gate -- Dizzy (Guilty Gear)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:42 -0500

J-List's has been handling the successful artbook series of Queen's Blade and Queen's Gate for quite some time now and we are proud to bring to you the next special release of the Queen's blade series, a book featuring one of the most famous girl fighter characters out there: Dizzy from Guilty Gear X. Dizzy comes alive in this gorgeously rendered hard-cover artbook like never before, with 60+ sexy spreads of her in various combat poses showing of her so sexy goth-loli style! Great for fans of...

19. Queen's Blade The Duel Complete Book

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:33:05 -0500

The ultimate illustration book for every Queen's Blade fan is now in stock and ready to order! This fantastic book features every single illustration that was originally used for Queen's Blade Trading cards. If you like sexy female warrior characters and cosplay themes, this artbook is a must-have to your collection. As with all the artbooks published in Japan, the quality of the glossy printing is not to be believed, and you will spend many hours gazing at the lovely art. Buy 4...

20. How to Draw Manga -- Maids and Miko

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:25:50 -0500

Here is one of the coolest manga on the market today -- a how to draw manga book in English! The starting point for all new manga artists and fans of manga. Illustrated and written as a collaboration piece between Tatsuro Ozaki and Unkaku Koyama both of whom have worked on such famous manga and anime projects as Bastard! and Macross 7. This book walks you through the steps of how to draw Miko and Maids. This thick book speaks on subjects such as domestic servant costumes, ruffles, bowing...

21. Headphone Girls : A Pictorial Book ~ Headphone Shojo Gahou

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 17:04:04 -0400

An amazing concept, this is a book that reviews the top headphones available in Japan today, but with a twist: each reviewed headset is illustrated with a beautiful "bishoujo" anime girl, which makes it all the more appealing. A great idea that you can enjoy even if you don't actually read the reviews, as the skills of the selected artist for this artbook are amazing! An instatnt J-List staff favorite.

22. Girls Girls Girls! 2 Japan Local Girls -- E2 Illustrations

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:25:09 -0500

If you love Japan's wonderful world of Moe, then look no further than this top quality artbook. Brought to you by the famed E2 comics, this book features nothing less than 58 illustrators to demonstrate their talents and show you why Japan is among the best when it comes to artwork. Each page features full color full page artwork of bishoujou characters in various forms of attire, from sexy Santa, kimono's, swim wear, and many times, fashion that teases the imagination. Your hands will...

23. Haruhi Shugi ~ Noizi Ito Illustrations

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 18:14:54 -0400

Noiji Ito is a talented female artist from the Hyogo Prefecture who's most notably famous for her work as a character designer for various productions particularly Shakugan no Shana, Nanatsuiro and Haruhi no Yuuutsu (The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya). For fans of her work, you can now savor every page she has to offer with this fantastic artbook release that is dedicated to Haruhi Suzumiya. Beautiful new artwork in full page and full color. 100 pages.

24. Clone Army Poster Collection - Kanami

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:35:27 -0400

Dan Kim is the talented artist behind the Clone Army webcomic series, with an incredible range of art styles among his many comics. This is the limited edition poster for Kanami, his touching tale of a troubled Japanese girl, Kanami, and her brother. Limited stock of these posters are available in San Diego. Note: a $2 mailing tube will be added to your order (multiple posters can be sent in one tube). (Click here to read a review with Dan Kim.)

25. Nyoron Churuya san Megassa Limited ver.

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:58:54 -0500

Due to the popularity of the Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya series, a fantastic spin off of the series was born with the character Nyoron Churuya, an adorable character who tries to fit in with the rest of the SOS dan and absolutely loves Smoked Cheese. Thanks to the folks at the Goodsmile company here's a chance to invite Nyoron Churaya-san to your home with this LIMITED EDITION booklet special. The package includes a special edition cover, rare pucchi nendroid of Nyoron and special booklet. A...