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Kodansha Ltd. (Japanese: 株式会社講談社, Hepburn: Kabushiki-gaisha Kōdansha) is a Japanese privately held publishing and music company headquartered in Bunkyō, Tokyo.[2] Kodansha publishes manga magazines which include Nakayoshi, Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Weekly Young Magazine, Weekly Shōnen Magazine, and Bessatsu Shōnen Magazine, as well as the more literary magazines Gunzō, Shūkan Gendai, and the Japanese dictionary, Nihongo Daijiten. Kodansha was founded by Seiji Noma in 1909, and members of his family continue as its owners either directly or through the Noma Cultural Foundation.

Key Information

History

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Seiji Noma founded Kodansha in 1909 as a spin-off of the Dai-Nippon Yūbenkai (大日本雄辯會, "Greater Japan Oratorical Society") and produced the literary magazine, Yūben, (雄辯) as its first publication.[3] The name Kodansha (taken from Kōdan Club (講談倶楽部), a now-defunct magazine published by the company) originated in 1911 when the publisher formally merged with the Dai-Nippon Yūbenkai. The company has used its current legal name since 1958. It uses the motto "omoshirokute, tame ni naru" (面白くて、ためになる; "To be interesting and beneficial").

Kodansha Limited owns the Otowa Group, which manages subsidiary companies such as King Records (official name: King Record Co., Ltd.) and Kobunsha, and publishes Nikkan Gendai, a daily tabloid. It also has close ties with Disney and officially sponsors Tokyo Disneyland.

Kodansha is the largest publisher in Japan.[citation needed] Revenues dropped due to the 2002 recession in Japan and an accompanying downturn in the publishing industry: the company posted a loss in the 2002 financial year for the first time since the end of World War II. (The second-largest publisher, Shogakukan, has done relatively better. In the 2003 financial year, Kodansha had revenues of ¥167 billion compared to ¥150 billion for Shogakukan. Kodansha, at its peak, led Shogakukan by over ¥50 billion in revenue.)[citation needed]

Kodansha sponsors the Kodansha Manga Award which has run since 1977 (and since 1960 under other names).[citation needed]

Kodansha's headquarters in Tokyo once housed Noma Dōjō, a kendo practice-hall established by Seiji Noma in 1925. However, the hall was demolished in November 2007 and replaced with a dōjō in a new building nearby.

The company announced that it was closing its English-language publishing house, Kodansha International, at the end of April 2011.[4] Their American publishing house, Kodansha USA, will remain in operation.

Kodansha USA began issuing new publications under the head administrator of the international branch, Kentaro Tsugumi, starting in September 2012 with a hardcover release of The Spirit of Aikido.[5] Many of Kodansha USA's older titles have been reprinted. According to Daniel Mani of Kodansha USA, Inc., "Though we did stopped [sic] publishing new books for about a year starting from late 2011, we did continue to sell most of our older title throughout that period (so Kodansha USA never actually closed)."[citation needed]

In October 2016, Kodansha acquired publisher Ichijinsha and turned the company into its wholly owned subsidiary.[6]

On November 30, 2022, Kodansha announced an extended partnership with Disney to release anime originals based on its manga exclusively on video streaming service Disney+ starting with the second season of Tokyo Revengers.[7]

On May 24, 2024, Kodansha announced that they acquired publisher Wani Books and turned it into a wholly owned subsidiary.[8]

K Manga

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A world map highlighting countries that can access the K Manga service as of June 24, 2025

On March 21, 2023, Kodansha announced a manga distribution service called K Manga which was initially launched exclusively in the United States on May 10, 2023. It started approximately with 400 titles, of which 70 were simultaneous publications of ongoing series.[9] On October 21, 2024, it was announced that the service became available in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore;[10] on February 4, 2025, it was announced that the service had expanded to the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Taiwan, India, Mexico, and Brazil.[11] On June 24, 2025, it was announced that the service had expanded to over 30 countries.[12]

Relationships with other organizations

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The Kodansha company holds ownership in various broadcasting companies in Japan. It also owns shares in Nippon Cultural Broadcasting and Kobunsha. In the 2005 takeover-war for Nippon Broadcasting System between Livedoor and Fuji TV, Kodansha supported Fuji TV by selling its stock to Fuji TV.

NHK

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Kodansha has a somewhat complicated relationship with NHK (Nippon Housou Kyoukai), Japan's public broadcaster. Many of the manga and novels published by Kodansha have spawned anime adaptations. Animation such as Cardcaptor Sakura, aired in NHK's Eisei Anime Gekijō time-slot, and Kodansha published a companion magazine to the NHK children's show Okāsan to Issho. The two companies often clash editorially, however. The October 2000 issue of Gendai accused NHK of staging footage used in a news report in 1997 on dynamite fishing in Indonesia. NHK sued Kodansha in the Tokyo District Court, which ordered Kodansha to publish a retraction and pay ¥4 million in damages. Kodansha appealed the decision and reached a settlement whereby it had to issue only a partial retraction and to pay no damages.[13][unreliable source?] Gendai's sister magazine Shūkan Gendai nonetheless published an article probing further into the staged-footage controversy that has dogged NHK.

Honors

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List of magazines

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Manga magazines

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This is a list of manga magazines published by Kodansha.

Male-oriented manga magazines

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Kodomo (children's) manga magazines

Shōnen manga magazines

Discontinued
  • Shōnen Club (1914–1962)
  • Monthly Manga Shōnen (1947–1955)
  • Bokura (1954-1969)
  • Magazine Special (1983–2017)
  • Monthly Shōnen Magazine GREAT (1993–2009)
  • Monthly Shōnen Rival (2008–2014)
  • Magazine E-no (2009–2011)
  • Monthly Shonen Magazine+ (2011–2014)
  • Shōnen Magazine R (2015–2023)
  • Shōnen Magazine Edge (2015–2023)

Seinen manga magazines

  • Weekly Young Magazine (since 1980)
  • Monthly Young Magazine (since 2009)
  • Morning (weekly since 1982; originally called Comic Morning)
  • Afternoon (monthly, since 1986)
  • Good! Afternoon (monthly since 2012; bi-monthly from 2008 to 2012)
  • Comic Days (app/website, since 2018)
  • Yanmaga Web (website, since 2020)
  • Morning Two Web (website, since 2022)
Discontinued
  • Young Magazine Zōkan Kaizokuban (ヤングマガジン増刊海賊版) (1986–1995)
  • Mr. Magazine (1991–2000)
  • Monthly Magazine Z (1999–2009)
  • Young Magazine Uppers (1998–2004)
  • Morning Two (2006–2022)
  • Nemesis (2010–2018)
  • Young Magazine the 3rd (2014–2021)
  • Evening (2001-2023)

Female-oriented manga magazines

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Shōjo manga magazines

  • Nakayoshi (monthly since 1954)
  • Bessatsu Friend (monthly since 1965)
  • Dessert (monthly since 1996)
  • Nakayoshi Lovely (5 issues per year, since ????)
  • The Dessert (monthly, since ????)
Discontinued

Josei manga magazines

  • Be Love (monthly 1980–1982, 2018–present, bimonthly 1982–2018; originally called Be in Love)
  • Kiss (monthly since 1992)
  • Kiss Plus (bi-monthly, ????-2014; succeeded by Hatsu Kiss)
  • ITAN (quarterly since 2010)
  • Hatsu Kiss (bi-monthly 2014–2018, monthly 2018–2021)

Web magazines

Literary magazines

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  • Gunzo, monthly literary magazine
  • Mephisto, tri-annual literary magazine focusing on mystery and detective stories
  • Faust

Book series

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Published by Kodansha Ltd.

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  • Kodansha Gakujutsu Bunko (講談社学術文庫) (English, "Kodansha Academic Paperback Library") (1970)

Published by Kodansha International/USA Ltd.

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  • Japanese for Busy People Series
  • Japanese for Young People Series
  • Kodansha Bilingual Books[15][16]
  • Kodansha Globe[17][18]
  • This Beautiful World[19]

Miss iD

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Kodansha organizes the Miss iD pageant, which started in 2012. iD stands for "identity", "idol", "I", and "diversity", and it is described as a pageant to discover diverse role models for the "new era" without being bound to conventional beauty and lifestyle standards. Married and transgender women are allowed to participate.[20][21][22] The Miss ID title is awarded to more than one person each year, and holders of the title include actress Tina Tamashiro,[23] singer Rie Kaneko,[24] and musician Ena Fujita.[25] Computer-generated character Saya and AI character Rinna were semifinalists in the 2018 pageant.[26]

Awards given

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Kodansha presents the following awards:

  • The Noma Prize for Literature
  • The Noma Literary Prize for New Writers
  • The Noma Literary Prize for Children’s Literature
  • The Noma Publishing Cultural Prize
  • The Yoshikawa Eiji Prize for Literature
  • The Yoshikawa Eiji Bunko Prize
  • The Yoshikawa Eiji Prize for New Writers
  • The Yoshikawa Eiji Cultural Prize
  • The Kodansha Manga Awards
  • The Kodansha Honda Yasuharu Non-Fiction Award
  • The Kodansha Science Publication Award
  • The Kodansha Picture Book Award
  • The Noma Award for the Translation of Japanese Literature
  • The Edogawa Rampo Award
  • The Kodansha Media Award[27]

See also

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References

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Kodansha Ltd. (Japanese: 株式会社講談社, Kabushiki-gaisha Kōdansha) is a privately held Japanese publishing company headquartered in , , specializing in books, magazines, , light novels, and digital content. Founded in 1909 by Seiji Noma as a spin-off of the Dai-Nippon Yūbenkai (Greater Japan Oratorical Society), it remains family-owned by the Noma family through direct ownership and the Noma Cultural Foundation, with Yoshinobu Noma serving as president and CEO as of 2025. As Japan's leading publishing house, Kodansha employs approximately 967 people and publishes a diverse portfolio, including over 1,700 new comic titles annually alongside 32,200 digital comics, novels, fashion and journalistic magazines, picture books, and related media such as and games. Its flagship magazines include , Nakayoshi, Afternoon, and Evening, which have serialized influential series like Attack on Titan, Sailor Moon, and Vinland Saga. With a mission to "inspire impossible stories," Kodansha has expanded globally, reaching readers in 40 countries through subsidiaries like and recent ventures such as a Hollywood studio established in 2025 for live-action adaptations.

History

Founding and early years

Kodansha traces its origins to 1909, when Seiji Noma established the Dai Nippon Yūbenkai (Greater Japan Oratorical Society) in as a publishing venture aimed at promoting , , and accessible during Japan's rapid modernization in the late . Noma, born in , envisioned the company as a means to democratize and foster public discourse, reflecting the era's push toward Western-style and national development. The initial focus was on producing materials that supported self-improvement and intellectual growth, positioning the enterprise as a key player in disseminating educational content to a broadening beyond elite circles. In 1910, the company launched its inaugural publication, the magazine Yūben (Eloquence), which emphasized oratory skills and , quickly gaining popularity as a tool for personal and societal advancement. This was followed in 1911 by the formal founding of Kodansha as a distinct entity and the debut of Kōdan Club, a featuring serialized stories and essays that appealed to the emerging . By the early , Kodansha had expanded its portfolio with additional general interest periodicals that underscored Noma's commitment to providing affordable, mass-oriented reading materials amid the transition from the Meiji to the . Under Seiji Noma's leadership, the early centered on educational and general publications, including dictionaries, textbooks, and reference works that aligned with Japan's evolving school system and public literacy initiatives. Noma's philosophy prioritized content that was practical and inclusive, aiming to elevate the intellectual level of ordinary citizens while capitalizing on the growing demand for printed matter in a modernizing society. This foundation in educational publishing laid the groundwork for Kodansha's pre-war growth, establishing it as a prominent name in Japan's literary landscape by the 1920s.

Post-war expansion and key milestones

Following Japan's surrender in and the onset of the Allied occupation, Kodansha encountered severe disruptions to its operations, including and restructuring mandates aimed at dismantling militaristic influences in media. During the war, under strict government control, the company produced materials glorifying the . Under occupation policies, Kodansha pivoted from wartime to civilian-oriented , emphasizing and to support Japan's democratization and economic recovery. In the 1950s, amid post-war stabilization, Kodansha entered the expanding market, starting with manga art books featuring characters in 1950. This laid the groundwork for serialized , culminating in the 1959 launch of Shōnen Magazine (later ) on March 17, which serialized popular titles and established Kodansha as a leader in boys' anthologies. The magazine's debut issue sold strongly, reflecting growing demand for affordable, engaging content in rebuilding society. Kodansha's international outreach began with the founding of Kodansha International in 1963, focused on English translations of Japanese works and cultural exports to bridge global understanding. The saw a surge in serialization, driven by economic growth and youth culture; led this boom, becoming Japan's top-selling magazine with weekly circulation exceeding 1 million copies during peak years. By the 1980s, Kodansha diversified beyond into light novels via imprints like Kodansha X Bunko (launched around 1987), which included novelizations of manga and films, alongside expanded reference books on and science. This period solidified its dominance, with the company emerging as Japan's largest publisher by revenue through aggressive expansion and sales growth of over 30% from 1980 to 1990.

Recent developments

In the , Kodansha has undergone significant to adapt to evolving consumer preferences and global markets. A key initiative was the launch of the K MANGA app in May 2023, initially exclusive to the , providing access to over 400 titles, including 70 ongoing series, through a subscription and ticket-based model for simultaneous releases with . By , the platform expanded to , , , and , offering more than 500 English titles to broaden international and counter the challenges of physical publishing. Complementing this, Kodansha integrated AI technologies into content workflows, notably through a 2025 investment in Preferred Networks Inc. alongside and TBS, aimed at enhancing production efficiency in areas like storyboarding and coloring for and adaptations. Corporate changes have further shaped Kodansha's structure amid industry consolidation. Discussions in 2009 led to a copyright partnership with , facilitating joint promotion at events like the , though full merger talks did not materialize. More recently, in May 2024, Kodansha acquired publisher Wani Books to strengthen its portfolio in niche genres. In November 2025, the company established Kodansha Studios in Hollywood, led by director and producer Nicolas Gonda, to develop live-action adaptations of its properties, marking a strategic push into Western media production. These moves coincide with a 2024 expansion of e-book offerings via the K MANGA web platform and partnerships like GlobalComix, which added thousands of Kodansha titles amid an 8.6% decline in Japan's print sales that year. Kodansha's responses to post-2020 market shifts emphasize multimedia synergies, particularly streaming integrations. A November extended partnership with enabled exclusive anime originals based on Kodansha for video streaming services, capitalizing on global demand for . Notable examples include the final seasons of , whose adaptations from 2020 onward significantly boosted revenues; the series contributed to a roughly 15% year-over-year increase in Kodansha's net sales to approximately ¥171 billion in fiscal year 2021, driven by heightened international interest. This shift aligns with broader industry trends, where digital captured 73% of Japan's in 2024. As of 2025, Kodansha reports annual revenues around ¥200 billion, reflecting stable growth despite print sector pressures. The company has prioritized in , including a 2021 collaboration with , , and to form PubteX, a using AI for and to minimize returns and address global disruptions like paper shortages. This initiative supports eco-friendly practices, aligning with Kodansha's broader commitment to reader expectations through efficient, environmentally conscious operations.

Corporate Structure

Leadership and ownership

Kodansha remains a owned by the Noma family since its founding in 1909, with ownership structured through direct family holdings and the Noma Cultural Foundation, which serves as the largest shareholder. The company has never been publicly listed on any stock exchange, allowing the family to maintain full control over strategic decisions without external shareholder influence. Key leadership has consistently followed the Noma family lineage, beginning with founder Seiji Noma, who established the company as a spin-off from the Dai-Nippon Yūbenkai to promote educational publishing. After Seiji's death in 1938, his son assumed the presidency and led post-war reconstruction efforts, notably expanding into with the launch of in 1959, which solidified Kodansha's dominance in the genre. Subsequent leaders included Shoichi Noma (third president, 1960s–1981), who further diversified publications, followed by adopted son Koremichi Noma (1981–1987). Koremichi's widow, Sawako Noma, became the second female president in company history (1987–2011), steering Kodansha through digital transitions and international growth. Since 2011, Yoshinobu Noma, Sawako's son and a seventh-generation leader, has served as president and CEO, emphasizing global expansion such as investments in North American subsidiaries. The company's governance structure underscores family control, with the composed primarily of Noma family members and select publishing experts in advisory roles to ensure alignment with long-term vision. There have been no significant ownership changes since , preserving the private nature of operations. This model features multi-generational family involvement—spanning over a century—to uphold , as seen in the seamless transitions from Seiji Noma's educational to Yoshinobu Noma's focus on adaptations.

Subsidiaries and divisions

Kodansha's corporate structure features major internal divisions that specialize in core publishing areas, enabling focused development and production across diverse content types. The manga division oversees the serialization and compilation of titles, primarily through flagship magazines like and , which collectively publish hundreds of series annually. The literary division manages general books, encompassing novels, , essays, and collections, contributing to Kodansha's broad portfolio in adult-oriented . The educational division produces textbooks, language learning resources such as the Kodansha Dictionary series, and children's educational materials, supporting academic and self-study needs in . Key subsidiaries and affiliates handle specialized publishing functions, complementing the main divisions. , acquired in October 2016, specializes in niche magazines like and light novels targeted at specific demographics, expanding Kodansha's reach into targeted genres. , a longstanding under the Otowa Group, focuses on general , popular magazines such as Nikkan Gendai, and select reprints, providing additional capacity for mass-market titles. Kodansha Box operates as an imprint within the literary division, offering compact, affordable editions of bestselling novels and compilations since 2006, aimed at broader accessibility. Functional support divisions ensure in publishing workflows. The production division manages , binding, and for and magazines, utilizing advanced facilities to handle high-volume outputs. The distribution arm coordinates , warehousing, and nationwide through partnerships with retailers and wholesalers, facilitating timely delivery across . As of June 2025, Kodansha employs 967 staff across these divisions and subsidiaries, reflecting a streamlined yet robust organization dedicated to excellence. In recent years, Kodansha has bolstered its digital capabilities with targeted initiatives. In 2015, it established Kodansha Advanced Media as a with Digital Garage to advance distribution and app development, laying groundwork for expanded online platforms. This effort aligns with ongoing digital expansions, including enhanced e-book and app integrations by 2022.

International operations

Kodansha's international operations have expanded significantly since the mid-20th century, focusing on licensing, localization, and direct publishing abroad to distribute its manga, books, and multimedia content globally. The company established Kodansha International in 1963 to handle overseas publishing and participated in its first international book fair, the Frankfurter Buchmesse, in 1962, marking early efforts to export Japanese literature and comics to Western markets. Growth accelerated in the 1990s and 2000s through licensing deals for popular titles, such as the global distribution of Sailor Moon, which helped build Kodansha's presence in North America, Europe, and Asia via partnerships with local publishers. Key foreign entities include Publishing, LLC, founded in 2008 in as a responsible for acquiring, translating, and publishing English-language editions of Kodansha's catalog, including hits like and . In , Kodansha Limited was set up in 1990 as a wholly-owned based in , initially focused on marketing Asian cultural publications and later expanding into distribution partnerships, such as a 2020 exclusive deal with Diamond UK for UK and Ireland comic shop sales, and a 2020 collaboration with the European digital platform izneo for and access. In Asia, Kodansha maintains an office in , , to oversee regional licensing and sales, with partnerships dating back to at least 2012, including a monthly magazine launch with Guangxi Publishing & Media Group; similar operations in involve co-productions and distribution through local entities established around the mid-2000s. In November 2025, Kodansha established Kodansha Studios in Hollywood in partnership with Academy Award-winning director to develop live-action adaptations of its properties. Localization strategies emphasize dedicated translation teams to adapt content culturally while preserving original narratives, avoiding machine translation in favor of human expertise for nuanced manga dialogue and visual elements. Kodansha collaborates with local publishers for co-productions, such as joint editions in and , and has pursued digital platforms like the K Manga app, launched in 2023 and expanded to European countries including , , and by 2025, to facilitate region-specific releases. Overseas revenue has grown steadily, with international licensing spanning over 40 countries and territories. Challenges in international operations include protection, particularly in where has been rampant; Kodansha addressed this through aggressive legal actions, such as a 2021 commitment to worldwide prosecution of unauthorized Attack on Titan uploads and a 2022 lawsuit against for enabling sites affecting Asian markets, resulting in settlements and enhanced monitoring.

Publications

Magazines

Kodansha publishes a diverse array of dozens of active magazines as of 2025, spanning anthologies, literary journals, and special interest periodicals. The company's magazine operations peaked in circulation during the , when leading titles routinely exceeded several million copies per issue amid Japan's booming print . Since 2010, print sales have declined due to shifting consumer preferences and the rise of , but Kodansha has mitigated this through hybrid models integrating print with online subscriptions and apps, sustaining overall engagement. In the manga category, Kodansha offers weekly and monthly formats targeting shōnen (young males), shōjo (young females), and seinen (adult males) audiences, emphasizing serialized stories in action, romance, and mature genres. , established in 1959, serves as a cornerstone shōnen title with male-oriented content focused on sports, adventure, and drama, historically driving massive readership during its heyday. , launched in 1954 as a monthly shōjo publication, targets female readers with themes of friendship, fantasy, and magical transformations, contributing to Kodansha's early dominance in girls' comics. For seinen readers, titles like , started in 1980, deliver edgier narratives in sci-fi, horror, and social commentary, reflecting sustained but reduced print demand. Kodansha's literary magazines promote fiction and intellectual discourse, often debuting influential authors. Gunzō, a monthly journal founded in 1946 shortly after , has played a pivotal role in modern by publishing works from prominent writers and nurturing emerging talent through awards like the Gunzō Prize for New Writers. Complementing this, historical special interest titles such as , introduced in 1924, covered lifestyle, culture, and , achieving landmark status as Japan's first magazine to surpass one million copies in circulation. Recent trends underscore a broader industry pivot, with Kodansha's print circulation dropping amid the digital surge—digital sales grew to offset print losses, reaching ¥704.3 billion market-wide in 2024. Top Kodansha titles like now circulate in the low hundreds of thousands, bolstered by platforms such as K MANGA for subscription-based access. This evolution highlights Kodansha's adaptation to maintain cultural influence in a fragmented media landscape.

Book series and imprints

Kodansha maintains a diverse portfolio of book imprints and series, emphasizing accessible formats for , science, education, and visual . One of its flagship imprints is Kodansha Bunko, a line launched in July 1971 with an initial 48 titles, focusing on entertainment , essays, pure , , and practical guides. By 2021, the imprint had reached its 50th anniversary and amassed approximately 12,000 titles, catering to a broad readership with its compact, affordable editions. Another prominent imprint is Blue Backs, a new book series initiated in 1963 that popularizes sciences and technology for general audiences under the slogan "Science in your pocket." Spanning over 2,200 volumes as of 2022, it covers topics from physics and to , with recent releases exploring complex systems like and cosmic phenomena. In the educational domain, Kodansha produces tie-in series such as Gakushū Manga, which integrates manga-style illustrations with historical and scientific content to engage younger learners. Notable examples include multi-volume sets like Kodansha Gakushū Manga: , designed to align with school curricula and foster through visual narratives. Key series under Kodansha include comprehensive encyclopedias, such as the nine-volume Kodansha Encyclopedia of Japan (1983), which details over 10,000 entries on Japanese , , , and , serving as a definitive reference. Light novel lines, published via the Kodansha Ranobe Bunko imprint, feature serialized fiction often adapted into , including fantasy and adventure genres. Additionally, Kodansha excels in manga collections, compiling chapters from its magazines into bound volumes for popular titles like those in . Kodansha's annual output underscores its scale, with 1,558 new books and 2,304 comic titles released in Japan in 2024, reflecting a balanced emphasis on and visual media. Internationally, the company extends its reach through series like Kodansha's Manga in English, handled by , which translates and distributes select titles for global audiences. Since the early , Kodansha has evolved toward illustrated , incorporating high-quality and visuals in series on . Examples include wildlife-focused publications distributed via Kodansha International and , such as those from HPH Publishing, highlighting ecosystems through award-winning imagery to appeal to environmentally conscious readers.

Digital and multimedia content

Kodansha has expanded into digital publishing through its official platform, K MANGA, which launched as a and in 2023 to provide English-language access to over 500 titles, including simultaneous releases with ; the service expanded to in February 2025. The app features a subscription model offering free previews, paid chapters, and unlimited reading tiers, with expansions to markets like , , , and in October 2024 to broaden global reach. Kodansha's e-books are distributed via Amazon Japan, where users can purchase digital versions of its novels and through Kindle integration. In multimedia adaptations, Kodansha co-produces anime through production committees, such as the 2022-2023 Blue Lock series animated by Eight Bit, which aired 24 episodes and contributed to the manga's over 50 million copies sold worldwide as of September 2025. The company licenses its properties for video games, notably partnering with Roblox in July 2025 to enable creators to develop experiences based on titles like Blue Lock and That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime via a new licensing catalog. Kodansha has experimented with VR manga since establishing the Kodansha VR Lab in collaboration with Polygon Pictures around 2017, producing immersive content like VR films and marking its fifth anniversary in 2022 with projects exploring high-end VR entertainment. Kodansha's digital strategies emphasize subscriptions, which align with the broader manga market's digital segment accounting for 73% of sales in 2024, though specific figures for Kodansha remain undisclosed. For global streaming, Kodansha partners with to adapt and distribute titles, including the 2025 anime series The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity based on its best-selling . In innovations, Kodansha partnered with AI localization firm Orange Inc. in May 2025 to utilize AI-assisted tools for translating and manga exclusives on platforms like emaqi, aiming to accelerate English releases while combining machine output with human editing for cultural nuance. This approach supports faster international distribution, though Kodansha maintains human oversight for core K MANGA translations to ensure quality.

Relationships and Collaborations

Partnerships with media organizations

Kodansha has maintained significant collaborations with , Japan's public broadcaster, focusing on the adaptation and promotion of its publications into educational and documentary programming. These ties include documentaries highlighting the cultural impact of Kodansha's manga titles, such as the 2022 NHK special examining the influence of , a seminal manga serialized in Kodansha's since 1968. Similarly, in 2024, NHK aired a documentary profiling Fujio , creator of The Genius Bakabon, originally published by Kodansha, underscoring the broadcaster's role in preserving and analyzing the publisher's contributions to Japanese pop culture. A notable recent development in this partnership is the 2024 announcement of a live-action series adaptation of Yōko Tawada's novel The Last Children of Tokyo, published by Kodansha, set for co-production with NHK and international partners. This dystopian story, exploring themes of aging and environmental decay, exemplifies Kodansha's involvement in co-sponsoring TV dramas derived from its literary catalog to reach broader audiences through NHK's platforms. Beyond NHK, Kodansha collaborates with commercial broadcasters like Fuji TV for anime adaptations of its manga. For instance, the short anime series Lovely Movie: Itoshi no Muco, based on Kodansha's manga by Takayuki Mizushina, aired on Fuji TV's Noitamina block in multiple seasons during the 2010s, blending heartfelt storytelling with promotional tie-ins to boost the original works' visibility. These airings often involve joint promotional campaigns, including cross-media events that integrate manga sales with television exposure. Kodansha also engages in joint ventures with animation studios, notably , to advance content production technologies. In 2025, the two companies, alongside TBS, invested in Preferred Networks Inc., a firm, to develop AI tools like Scenify for background art and other animation processes, aiming to streamline adaptations of Kodansha's . These domestic media partnerships significantly contribute to Kodansha's intellectual property revenue, which accounted for approximately 16% of the company's total sales in recent fiscal reports, enhancing brand visibility through widespread adaptations and co-promotions.

Ties with international entities

Kodansha has maintained a significant partnership with Penguin Random House for the distribution of its manga titles in the United States since 2010, when the companies expanded their collaboration to include a broader range of English-language publications. This arrangement leverages Penguin Random House's extensive North American network to handle sales and logistics for Kodansha's imprints, such as Kodansha USA, facilitating wider accessibility for titles like Attack on Titan and Fairy Tail. In Asia, Kodansha has forged ties with Chinese firm for digital adaptations, notably announcing a mobile game based on for release in in 2018, which incorporated content supervised by Kodansha to expand the 's reach in the world's largest market. For co-productions involving Korean entities, Kodansha partnered with the INKR Comics streaming service in 2020, integrating its catalog alongside Korean webtoons to create a cross-cultural digital platform available globally. In , Kodansha has licensed key titles to French publisher Glénat, including the seminal Akira series since 1990, enabling localized editions that have contributed to 's establishment as a major segment of the continental comics market. Kodansha actively participates in major international trade events, such as the , where it has showcased its catalog through Japan's collective booth since at least the early 2000s, fostering deals for global rights and translations. A notable 2024 expansion included the launch of its K MANGA app in , granting Southeast Asian users access to over 500 English titles, including simultaneous releases with . This initiative, alongside exclusive streaming rights deals for adaptations with Disney+ across Asia, has boosted export revenues by enhancing and localization efforts. In November 2025, Kodansha launched Kodansha Studios, its first Hollywood-based production company, in partnership with Academy Award-winning director as Chief Creative Officer and producer Nicolas Gonda. The studio aims to develop live-action film and television adaptations from Kodansha's extensive library for global audiences.

Industry affiliations

Kodansha maintains active memberships in key Japanese publishing associations that shape industry standards, advocate for creators' rights, and promote cultural exchange. As a prominent member of the Japan Book Publishers Association (JBPA), Kodansha reported publishing 4,382 titles in 2021, contributing to the organization's efforts on , protection, and publishing contracts. The company has been involved with the JBPA since its early days, reflecting its foundational role in Japan's book publishing sector. Additionally, Kodansha holds membership in the Japan Magazine Publishers Association (JMPA), founded in 1956, where its president, Yoshinobu Noma, serves as vice chairman, influencing policies on magazine circulation, advertising standards, and for over 70% of Japan's magazine industry. In terms of leadership roles, Kodansha has played a significant part in committees following the mid-2010s expansion of . A representative from Kodansha, Junichi Yoshii, served on the board of the International Digital Publishing Forum (IDPF) starting in 2016, advocating for standards and digital accessibility in Asian markets. This involvement built on earlier efforts, such as Kodansha's participation in a 2012 Japanese industry to digitize over 1 million printed works and an agreement with 40 publishers for e-book distribution via Amazon . Regarding advocacy, Kodansha joined other major publishers in 2022 to file lawsuits against international piracy operations, emphasizing the protection of creators' intellectual property amid growing global digital threats. Kodansha also engages in broader industry events and initiatives, including regular participation in the Tokyo International Book Fair, where it showcases titles and facilitates rights discussions with international buyers. On sustainability, the company collaborates with organizations like the Japan Publishing Industry Foundation for Culture (JPIC) through cross-industry efforts to promote ethical publishing practices, and it joined the SDG Media Compact in 2020 to align its operations with global goals for environmental and . Through these affiliations, Kodansha has influenced key industry standards, notably contributing to e-book development in by supporting reflowable formats and digital conversion guidelines in collaborative projects around 2020, which addressed challenges in adapting traditional Japanese layouts for .

Awards and Recognitions

Honors received

Kodansha, as Japan's leading publishing house, has garnered significant recognition for its enduring contributions to literature, , and digital publishing innovation. The company has also been honored by industry bodies for operational excellence. Collectively, these accolades reflect Kodansha's stature, with its longevity, innovative spirit, and profound influence on global publishing.

Awards administered

Kodansha administers several prestigious awards to recognize excellence in , literature, and children's books, fostering talent in the publishing industry. The flagship , established in 1960 to commemorate the company's 50th anniversary, honors outstanding serialized works and has evolved into its current form since 1977 with annual presentations. It features categories for shōnen (targeted at young male readers), shōjo (targeted at young female readers), and seinen (targeted at adult male readers, often under the general category), evaluating artistic merit, storytelling, and cultural impact. Notable past winners include Takeuchi's in the shōjo category in 1993, which propelled the series to global phenomenon status. In addition to the manga award, Kodansha oversees literary prizes focused on emerging talent in fiction. The Kodansha Award for for Newcomers, launched in the as part of the company's 50th anniversary celebrations, recognizes original unpublished novels and long fairy tales for children, emphasizing innovative narratives suitable for young audiences. Complementing this, the Kodansha Picture Book Newcomer Award, established in 1979 to mark the 70th anniversary of Kodansha's founding, celebrates unpublished picture books for infants and children, prioritizing creative illustrations and engaging stories that promote early . Prize amounts vary by award but typically range from 1 million to 2 million yen per category, including certificates and sometimes bronze statues for recipients. The selection process for these awards involves nominations from editorial teams, industry professionals, and occasionally public submissions, followed by evaluation by panels of esteemed judges comprising manga artists, editors, and literary experts. For the Kodansha Manga Award, nominees are shortlisted annually in spring, with winners announced in May after rigorous deliberation on criteria like originality and reader engagement. In recent years, the awards have adapted to include digital serialization, as seen in the 48th Kodansha Manga Award in 2024, where Frieren: Beyond Journey's End won in the shōnen category for its innovative digital-first storytelling, and the 49th in 2025, where Versus won shōnen, Fall in Love, You False Angels won shōjo, and Historie won general. These awards have had a profound impact on the publishing landscape, with hundreds of recipients since their inception whose works have achieved bestseller status and influenced . For instance, winners like Takeuchi have seen their series adapted into , merchandise, and international franchises, launching enduring careers and highlighting Kodansha's role in nurturing talent that shapes global entertainment.

Notable achievements

Kodansha has produced several blockbuster manga series that have achieved extraordinary commercial success and propelled the genre's global appeal. A prime example is Hajime Isayama's , which had sold over 140 million copies worldwide by November 2023, making it one of the best-selling manga of all time and significantly boosting international interest in Japanese comics. This title, along with others like and Vinland Saga, has exemplified Kodansha's ability to create cultural phenomena that transcend borders, with translations available in over 40 languages and adaptations reaching audiences through streaming platforms and merchandise. Kodansha's manga have played a pivotal role in popularizing the medium worldwide, particularly through high-profile anime adaptations in the 2020s that have contributed to the explosive growth of the anime industry. As Japan's second-largest manga publisher by revenue, Kodansha's titles represent a substantial portion of the content fueling this expansion, with overseas anime markets alone generating over $14 billion in 2024, driven in part by adaptations of Kodansha properties. These successes have helped elevate 's status from niche entertainment to a mainstream global export, influencing pop culture in regions from to and . In terms of publishing innovations, Kodansha pioneered early efforts in serialized children's magazines, launching Shōnen Club in 1914 as one of Japan's first dedicated publications for young readers, which laid the groundwork for modern serialization. The company has also advanced sustainable practices in printing, aligning with broader environmental goals through collaborations on decarbonization and resource-efficient production methods. Kodansha's legacy extends to bolstering Japan's , with hundreds of its series licensed internationally, fostering cultural exchange and economic impact through content that shapes global perceptions of Japanese creativity and reaching readers in 40 countries. This extensive reach has positioned Kodansha as a key driver in the "" strategy, where and serve as influential tools for diplomacy and trade promotion.

Cultural Impact and Initiatives

Miss iD program

The Miss iD program is an annual audition project sponsored by Kodansha, aimed at discovering unique young women who serve as role models unbound by traditional standards of appearance, genre, or gender roles. Launched in , it seeks to identify creative talents capable of thriving in contemporary society, with "iD" symbolizing identity, idol, individuality, and diversity. The initiative has evolved into a platform for broader artistic expression, including , , and digital content creation, attracting thousands of applicants each year. The selection process involves open auditions, typically starting with online submissions and preliminary screenings, followed by interviews and live presentations judged by a panel of industry experts, artists, and Kodansha representatives. Applicants, generally aged 15 to 25, submit portfolios showcasing their personal style, talents, and visions for self-expression. Finalists compete in a multi-stage format, emphasizing originality over conventional beauty. Winners receive comprehensive support, including modeling contracts with Kodansha-affiliated magazines like , book publishing deals for personal projects or essays, and extensive media exposure through Kodansha's networks, such as features in publications and promotional campaigns. Over its more than ten editions by 2025, the program has significantly impacted Japan's by launching careers in and fashion, with notable alumni including Aonami Jun, who won the 2014 Grand Prix and debuted her work through Kodansha, and idols like Nao of PassCode (2016 semifinalist) and members of (2015 participants), who gained visibility leading to music debuts. By 2025, the program had held over a dozen iterations, fostering a diverse pool of talents that have influenced and scenes. Since around 2015, Miss iD has shifted toward greater inclusivity, expanding eligibility to include non-binary individuals and prioritizing diverse body types, ethnicities, and creative backgrounds to reflect modern identities. This evolution incorporated fully online submission options to broaden accessibility, reducing barriers for regional or international applicants and aligning with digital-native generations. The program's emphasis on has positioned it as a key initiative for promoting and in Japan's media landscape.

Educational and literary contributions

Kodansha has made significant contributions to through its philanthropic initiatives, including scholarships provided by the Noma Cultural Foundation for graduate students in pursuing research across all fields, aimed at fostering cultural and academic development. Additionally, the company supports promotion by participating in the National Storytelling Troupe project, which tours all 47 prefectures with mobile libraries carrying over 550 picture books to encourage reading among children nationwide. In the realm of literary support, Kodansha has funded emerging authors since the mid-20th century through prestigious awards such as the Edogawa Rampo Prize, established in 1955, which recognizes unpublished mystery novels and provides winners with publication opportunities and substantial monetary prizes to nurture new talent in genre fiction. Similarly, the Kodansha Children's Literature Award, launched in 1959 to mark company anniversaries, honors original works that advance children's storytelling, thereby elevating the quality and diversity of youth literature. These programs, along with annual publishing seminars for aspiring writers, have helped launch careers and expand the literary landscape in Japan. Key initiatives include Kodansha's response to the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, where it donated 30,000 volumes of children's books, materials, and to affected areas at the request of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, aiding recovery and emotional support for young readers. More recently, ongoing efforts like the reading promotion campaigns have distributed free books to schools and contributed to national goals, enhancing access to diverse literature and boosting reading rates among Japanese youth. These activities have collectively improved educational resources and literary engagement, particularly in disaster-stricken and underserved communities.

Social and promotional activities

Kodansha engages in (CSR) initiatives focused on community support and . In response to , the company has published charity collections, such as a 2018 art book featuring contributions from creators, with all proceeds directed toward flood relief efforts in . Additionally, Kodansha's framework emphasizes building sustainable practices and supporting local communities, including efforts to meet reader expectations through responsible publishing. The company organizes promotional events to connect with fans and authors, including the annual Kodansha House immersive pop-up exhibitions. Launched in 2024 in New York City's SoHo district, these events feature interactive exhibits, workshops, and creator visits from notable manga artists like and Fujita, serving as modern author tours. The 2025 edition, held from October 4 to 19 at 210 , expanded to include movie screenings, live music, and a matcha café, attracting over 21,000 visitors and highlighting diverse titles such as Attack on Titan and Blue Lock. To reach global audiences, Kodansha hosted virtual events in 2025, including a booth at the online LibraryConLive conference on November 6, offering recommendations for libraries and educators. Kodansha fosters community ties through sponsorships of public libraries and reading programs. In partnership with the , the company supports ongoing manga book clubs, such as discussions of titles like A Sign of Affection in November 2025, and sponsored launch events for publications including the sequel to Totto-chan at the 53rd Street Library. These initiatives promote reading engagement, with the 2024 Kodansha House pop-up explicitly showcasing the diversity of through inclusive exhibits and activities to broaden representation in the genre. Kodansha leverages for innovative marketing, driving fan interaction and global outreach. By 2025, its official account @kodanshamanga had amassed over 57,000 followers, sharing updates on new releases, events, and behind-the-scenes content to build community around titles like . The English-language account @kodansha_en reached 27,000 followers, celebrating milestones like 20,000 supporters in September 2025 with posts on upcoming projects.

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