This is the first English translation of a controversial Japanese best seller that made the public aware of the social problem of "hikikomori," or "withdrawal"--a phenomenon estimated by the author to involve as many as one million Japanese adolescents and young adults who have withdrawn from so[...]

A world class hit man, the ultimate Professional fulfills contracts under the alias of "GOLGO13." Without allegiance to any group, cause, or nation, he follows his own personal code when choosing "jobs." And once he accepts a contract, it is always honored.
A true professional, GOLGO13 is an expe[...]

1984: A year before Chernobyl, Golgo 13 is hired straight from a mission of death to carry out a mission of mercy: prevent the meltdown of a reactor that could render Los Angeles uninhabitable for 25,000 years Then, in 1987, a lonely road in Nevada is the site of a surprising duel involving Golgo, [...]

A liberal adaptation of the movie by the same name, "The Adolescence of Utena" veers widely from its original source. More direct than the anime and more mature than the original manga series, this version of Chiho Saito's fractured fairy tale blasts Utena straight into the iconic stratosphere.[...]

Everyday aesthetic experiences and concerns occupy a large part of our aesthetic life. However, because of their prevalence and mundane nature, we tend not to pay much attention to them, let alone examine their significance. Western aesthetic theories of the past few centuries also neglect everyday [...]

In accordance with the developments in computation, theoretical studies on numerical schemes are needed. This book studies various schemes from operator theoretical points of view. It includes chapters such as: Boundary Value Problems and FEM; Semigroup Theory and FEM; Evolution Equations and FEM; O[...]

Yoko Saito's sewing designs for bags and accessories are distinctive for their use of creative motifs and charming details, while her modern aesthetic utilizes muted tones for a soft, relaxing feel. In her new book she offers detailed diagrams and instructions for each project to guide you through t[...]

Japanese master quilter Yoko Saito is known the world over for her exquisite handbags. In this gorgeously photographed book, she shares 26 bag patterns with a focus on beauty, purpose, and comfort. Bags of all shapes and sizes feature motifs inspired by nature and traditional patchwork, most in Ms. [...]