[Shogakukan Inc.] Manhattan Portage collaboration bag featuring a “Ghost in the Shell S.A.C.” design is now available! Pre-orders are now open on Shogakukan’s general online store, “Shogakukan Department Store”! Shogakukan Inc. Press Release: October 30, 2025 Manhattan Portage has released a collaboration bag with a “Ghost in the Shell S.A.C.” design! Pre-orders are now available on Shogakukan’s general online store, “Shogakukan Department Store”!
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https://lifetunes-mall.jp/shop/pages/c1040_lp_thegits_manhattan.aspx *********************************** This joint project was made possible as a result of a Ghost in the Shell special feature in the December 2025 issue of DIME, a general lifestyle magazine published by Shogakukan. Three classic bags that combine functionality and design—the messenger bag “NY Messenger Bag JR Flap Zepper Pocket,” the backpack-type “Big Apple Backpack,” and the shoulder bag-type “Jogger Bag”—are now available in “Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex” designs. For this collaboration, each bag features a specially printed illustration of Tachikoma, the mindless tank that appears in “Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex.” Additionally, the red name tag, which is synonymous with Manhattan Portage, and the brand’s iconic “Skyline logo” are specially embroidered in the same blue color as Tachikoma.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/13640/3413/13640-3413-ebb9aabe5ed4b6430d33a072d2121af1-998×663.jpg The inside of each bag is printed with a design inspired by the near-future and digital world of “Ghost in the Shell.”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/13640/3413/13640-3413-527a7c156dbab1cdbd1d801f21cdee3b-995×661.jpg Behind the brand logo, the “Laughing Man Mark” from “Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex” lurks, as if hacking the logo from behind. Ghost in the Shell S.A.C. x Manhattan Portage NY Messenger Bag JR Flap Zipper Pocket Price including tax: ¥19,800 ※Pre-orders start October 30th
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/13640/3413/13640-3413-707622d8419239fc77840642a5f53e76-996×637.jpg This model is based on a new version of Manhattan Portage’s signature “Flap Zipper Pocket” series, which was originally designed and manufactured for New York bike messengers. With soft shoulder straps, a buckle closure, and the addition of a zippered pocket on top, this popular signature model has evolved into an even more versatile model. The “Ghost in the Shell S.A.C.” design on the exterior and under the flap will lift your spirits every day. Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex x Manhattan Portage Big Apple Backpack Price including tax: ¥17,600 ※Pre-orders start October 30th
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/13640/3413/13640-3413-a697ce2a56e933794f4430efe5f53b19-1000×1000.jpg The Big Apple Backpack is a classic daypack that continues to be a best-seller among Manhattan Portage’s wide range of products. Its classic design makes it easy to match with any style, and it’s packed with features that prioritize ease of use, such as a double zipper opening and comfortable shoulder pads. Unlike the NY Messenger Bag JR Flap Zipper Pocket, this one features a large print on the divider inside the main compartment that evokes the futuristic, digital world of “Ghost in the Shell.” Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex x Manhattan Portage Jogger Bag Price including tax: ¥9,900 ※Pre-orders start October 30th
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/13640/3413/13640-3413-8c5869282c97024b89b03f79d88ac54c-997×624.jpg This classic mini shoulder bag is a perennial favorite among Manhattan Portage’s wide range of products. Its simple design makes it perfect for when you want to lighten your load and head out, and by removing the shoulder strap, you can use it as a pouch or bag-in-bag. Of course, this model also features the “Laughing Man” logo from “Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex” lurking behind the brand logo inside the exterior zipper pocket, as if hacking it from the inside. You can find the sizes and details of each bag at this URL.
https://lifetunes-mall.jp/shop/pages/c1040_lp_thegits_manhattan.aspx (C) Masamune Shirow/Production I.G/Kodansha/Ghost in the Shell Production Committee Ghost in the Shell Ghost in the Shell is a science fiction manga serialized in Kodansha’s Young Magazine Pirate Edition in 1989 by manga artist Masamune Shirow. The story follows Motoko Kusanagi, a cyborg with exceptional abilities in cyberwarfare and combat. She holds the rank of “Major,” and leads the offensive unit “Ghost in the Shell,” as they confront increasingly sophisticated and violent crimes. With realistic and detailed illustrations, the series explores cyberpunk elements and philosophical themes, deeply examining the fusion of humanity and technology, personal identity, and more. It has also been adapted into various forms such as theatrical animation, television animation, and games, each of which has its own unique story, interpretation, and expression that differs from the manga. (Quoted from the official website)