Gin Tama, Vol. 19
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Gin Tama, Vol. 19

Gin Tama, Vol. 19

Viz Media
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Biographical Note:
Hideaki Sorachi was born on May 25, 1979, and grew up in Hokkaido, Japan. His ongoing series, Gin Tama, became a huge hit when it began running in the pages of Japan's Weekly Shonen Jump in 2004. A Gin Tama animated series followed soon after, premiering on Japanese TV in April 2006. Sorachi made his manga debut with the one-shot story "Dandelion," which is included in volume 1 of the Gin Tama graphic novels.

Marc Notes:
First published in Japan in 2003 by Shueisha Inc., Tokyo.--P. facing t.p.; Parental advisory ... Contains suggestive situations.--P. facing t.p.; This book is printed manga-style, in the authentic Japanese right-to-left format.; The samuri didn't stand a chance. First, the aliens invaded Japan, next they took all the jobs, and then they confiscated everyone's swords. Former samuri Gintoki Sakata is forced to take any odd job he can find.; 8; Rated T+ for older teen.; Translated from the Japanese.

Publisher Marketing:
It's samurai vs. aliens!

The samurai didn't stand a chance. First, the aliens invaded Japan. Next, they took all the jobs. And then they confiscated everyone's swords. So what does a hotheaded former samurai like Gintoki "Gin" Sakata do to make ends meet? Take any odd job that comes his way, even if it means losing his dignity.

A Schemer Gets Caught in His Own Scheme

Top Five Things to Consider Before Joining the Shinsengumi

1. Your sword might be cursed by the vengeful spirit of an anime otaku.
2. Rivalries and betrayals may lead to a short and painful career.
3. No Shonen Jump manga allowed!
4. You're a nobody unless you can afford the sword with the built-in MP3 player.
5. The black uniforms are killer on a hot summer day!

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