[Manga] Special promotional video for “Who Is Your Money For?” is complete! The definitive educational manga that teaches you the true essence of money in an easy-to-understand way.
Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. Press release: October 16, 2025 To Members of the Press [Manga] Special promotional video for “Who Is Your Money For?” is complete! The definitive educational manga that teaches you the true essence of money in an easy-to-understand way. The
long-awaited manga adaptation of “Who Is Your Money For?”, a best-selling classic that delves into the true essence of money and has sold over 300,000 copies, has been released! A special promotional video with recommendation comments from Hidaka Mitsuhiro, Yoichi Hajime, and Higashihara Aki has been released. Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo / President and CEO: Hiroaki Miyahara), a group company of Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. Gakken (Shinagawa, Tokyo; CEO: Tatsuya Nanjo; hereinafter “Gakken”) released a special video for the manga “Who’s Your Money for?” (author: Manabu Tanuchi, manga artist: Ajiji Yoshioka) on Friday, October 17, 2025.
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https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/405407037X/ Rakuten Books
https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18294686/ “What is money for?” The best-selling novel “Who is Your Money For?” by social financial educator Manabu Tauchi has been made into a manga that’s easy for anyone to read. What is the true role of money? Why do we work and why do we spend money? Modern-day financial worries and questions that you’re too embarrassed to ask about are explained in a fun way through stories and manga! This thought-provoking lesson on money will enrich both life and society, delving into the essence of economics and happiness, provoking thoughts for both adults and children. ◆Synopsis◆ “I want to get a high-paying job in the future,” our protagonist, Yuto, a second-year junior high school student, thought. One day, he goes to a mysterious mansion with Nanami and meets a mysterious man known as “The Boss.” The man says, “If you can understand the true nature of money, I’ll give you this whole mansion.” And so begins The Boss’s lesson on money. But what shocking truth awaits? Educational Manga with Recommended Points
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/2535/8241/2535-8241-186bbdca9caa16e150edb0acea4e5a0f-1080×1080.png ●You will naturally understand the connection between money and society. Money is more than just a tool—the story is structured in a way that allows readers to truly experience its connection to the structure of society and the meaning of work. The surprising ending at the end will leave a lasting impression. This is a book that parents and children will want to talk about after reading. ●Fully furigana (reading) and gentle illustrations that are easy for children and adults to understand All kanji characters are provided with furigana (readings), making them easy to read even for elementary and junior high school students. The characters are full of emotion and the illustrations are friendly, reaching deep into the reader’s heart. ●Compliant with the new Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology curriculum guidelines Perfect as an
introduction to learning about money at home or school. It can also be used as a fun learning tool for financial literacy and social interaction, which have become increasingly important in the educational field in recent years. It is a new standard for financial education and can be used in classes and workshops. [Author Profile] Author: Manabu Tauchi Representative of the Beyond Money Research Institute/Social Financial Educator. Born in 1978. Graduated from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Tokyo. Completed a Master’s degree at the Graduate School of Information Science and Technology at the same university. In 2003, he joined Goldman Sachs Securities Co., Ltd., where he spent the next 16 years trading Japanese government bonds, yen interest rate derivatives, and long-term foreign exchange. He was also involved in the Bank of Japan’s interest rate benchmark reform. In addition to this book, his other publications include “There’s someone beyond the money” (Diamond Inc.) and “New money stories you should know from age 10” (Natsume Publishing). 【Manga】Yoshioka Aji Niban Born in Tokyo. Manga artist and illustrator. Popular for his humorous depictions of animals and historical figures with a camping and outdoor theme. His
representative works include “Hiyori no Soshi” (published by Asahi Shimbun Publications), in which a Heian period aristocrat tries his hand at camp cooking, and “Nekokan!” (published by Asahi Shimbun Publications), in which a kitten tries solo camping. He has also published “manga diaries” and “doodles” that chronicle his daily creative life, as well as works themed around alcohol and cooking, which he posts on Ameba Blog and X (formerly Twitter), among others. [Product Overview]
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/2535/8241/2535-8241-2342dca2b291f31a15545f9ef6cedd9d-299×398.png Manga: “Who is Your Money For? My Boss Taught Me the Mysteries of Money and the Structure of Society” Author: Manabu Tanuchi Manga: Ajiji Yoshioka Price: ¥1,650 (tax included) Release date: September 18, 2025 Format: A5 / 440 pages Digital version: Available ISBN: 978-4-05-407037-0 Publisher: Gakken Co., Ltd. Gakken Publishing Site:https://hon.gakken.jp/book/1340703700 【Purchase this book here】 ・Amazon https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/405407037X/ ・Rakuten Books https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18294686/ ・Kindle
https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B0FHP6FMLT/ ・Rakuten Kobo
https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rk/632c3bdf7cfe31af9337c056970c839c/ ■Gakken Inc. https://www.corp-gakken.co.jp/ ・President and CEO: Nanjo Tatsuya ・Date of incorporation: January 13, 2009 (company name changed on October 1, 2022) ・Capital: 50 million yen ・Address: 2-11-8 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8416 ・Business activities: Publishing and content, global business, medical and nursing publishing content, kindergarten and school business,
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https://www.gakken.co.jp/ ・President and CEO: Hiroaki Miyahara ・Date of incorporation: March 31, 1947 ・Capital: 19,817 million yen ・Sales: 185.5 billion yen, 79 consolidated subsidiaries (fiscal year ending September 2024) Tokyo Stock Exchange Listed on the Prime Market (Stock Code: 9470) ・Address: 2-11-8 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8510 ・Telephone: 03-6431-1001 (Main) ・Business Description: Holding company established in 1946, engaged in education, medical care, and welfare-related businesses. Education Sector: Classroom and cram school operations, including “Gakken Classroom,” Publishing and content business, including educational materials, Preschool and school operations, including textbooks and childcare supplies, Medical and Welfare Sector: Serviced housing for the elderly, Dementia group homes, Childcare support services, including nurseries and
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