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The official book of the drama “25 o’clock in Akasaka” starring Aoi Komagine and Taisuke Niihara, which is based on the popular BL manga that has sold over 1.2 million copies in total, will be released on June 28th (Friday)!!
“25:00 in Akasaka Memorial Book” released on Friday, June 28th ……
Tokyo News Tsushinsha Co., Ltd., which publishes TV information magazines such as “TV Guide,” will release “25:00, Akasaka Memorial Book” on June 28th (Friday). Reservations can be made at bookstores nationwide and online bookstores.
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“25:00 in Akasaka Memorial Book” (published by Tokyo News Service) The Thursday drama 24 “25:00, Akasaka de” is currently being aired on TV Tokyo. Based on the popular manga by Hiroko Natsuno, which has sold over 1.2 million copies and won 1st place in the W ranking (series category, drama CD category) at the BL Awards 2023, it depicts a realistic romantic relationship between actors who play boys’ love (BL) couples. This work becomes a hot topic every time it is broadcast! Excitement and enthusiasm continue on social media, and viewers’ enthusiasm is accelerating as the final episode approaches. In addition, with the special cooperation of GagaOOLala, a Taiwanese video distribution service specializing in LGBTQ content, it is being broadcast not only domestically but also worldwide. Its popularity is spreading not only in Japan but also around the world, as it has maintained number one in the global ranking of views since its first week. The official book of the popular drama that is attracting attention from all over the world will be released on June 28th (Friday)! It has also been decided that there will be a limited edition cover version and bonus photos.
In addition to the new gravure photos of Aoi Komagine, who plays Asami Hayama, and Taisuke Niihara, who plays Yuki Shirasaki, there is also a “Ryoji x Takumi version” that Hayama and Shirasaki play in the drama “Hiru no Yume”. Includes plenty of new gravure photos. In addition, there is an exclusive interview between Komagine and Niihara, an exclusive interview with Takuma Usa who plays Hajime Sakuma, and an exclusive interview with Shoma Nagumo who plays Kazuma Yamase! We will also deliver plenty of off-shots and scene photos. Also, don’t miss the roundtable discussion between director Takahiro Horie and director Ryo Kawasaki, as well as the discussion between original author Hiroko Natsuno, editor Megumi Kajikawa, and producer Satoshi Egawa. In addition to the sale of the Amazon limited cover version, sales with a bonus photo of Aoi Komagine exclusive to Komagine Aoi’s official fan club “Kiitomo”, sales with a bonus photo of Yasuo Niihara exclusive to ASMART, TORICO Co., Ltd. (drama ” 25:00 in Akasaka” pop-up store venue and online sales at various mail order sites operated by TORICO) will also be sold with a bonus photo of Aoi Komagine and Yasuo Niihara.
This book allows fans of the original work and drama fans to learn more about the world of “25 o’clock, in Akasaka.” Check out the special offers for purchasers.
[Comment from Aoi Komagine (as Asami Hayama)]
I’m really happy that we’re releasing the official book for “25 o’clock in Akasaka” because I think it’s proof that the viewers are happy with the work. I never thought that I would be able to wear Hayama’s costume again so long after filming for the drama ended, so I was also happy about that. During the filming, we even blew bubbles, which made me feel nostalgic about the relationship between Hayama and Shirasaki. I was able to take pictures while imagining the
relationship between the two, which was not depicted in the main part of the drama, so I hope everyone will pick up this book and enjoy imagining their lives after the drama. I would like to have it. [Comment from Taisuke Niihara (role of Yuki Shirasaki)]
I’m very happy that people can enjoy the work we appeared in in book form even after the drama ends. Furthermore, I wanted to make “25 o’clock in Akasaka” more exciting, so I am very happy that it has been decided to be released. This time, we not only filmed them as Hayama and Shirasaki, but also the world view of Ryoji and Takumi from the play within the play “Hiru no Yume”. I feel that there is a new challenge and interest in being able to enjoy the world of a play within a play in a book. Through this book, I hope to be able to convey the atmosphere of Hayama and Shirasaki, which was not included in the drama, so that you can imagine what happened after the drama. [Comment from Takuma Usa (role of Hajime Sakuma)]
I was a member of the cast and produced a drama based on a very popular manga called “25 o’clock in Akasaka”, which has many fans. There are various relationships and behind-the-scenes stories that were built during the production process. After reading the official book, I hope you will enjoy watching the drama a third or fourth time, thinking, “Let’s rewatch this scene.”
[Comment from Shoma Nagumo (played by Kazuma Yamase)]
I myself have read the original manga many times and enjoyed it, but if you read the official book, I think you will be able to enjoy the drama from a different perspective. I think you’ll realize that “that action was meant that way” and enjoy the drama the second or third time, so please check out the book.
[Original author Hiroko Natsuno comment]
The drama broadcast will end soon, but let’s keep the official book by our bedside and enjoy “25 o’clock in Akasaka” together. To that end, please buy the book.
lineup
-Newly shot gravure of Aoi Komagine x Taisuke Niihara (Hayama x Shirasaki version, Ryoji x Takumi version)
●Exclusive interview between Neita Komaki and Taisuke Niihara ●Takuma Usa exclusive interview
●Shoma Nagumo exclusive interview
●Character and story introduction
●Director Takahiro Horie x Director Ryo Kawasaki Exclusive conversation ●Original author Hiroko Natsuno x Editor Megumi Kajikawa x Producer Satoshi Egawa Discussion
●Interview with Intimacy Coordinator Momoko Nishiyama
●Interview with LGBTQ+ Inclusive Director Ren Miyata
●Off shots etc.
(Contents are subject to change)
[Work introduction]
Thursday drama 24 “25 o’clock, in Akasaka”
TV Tokyo
Every Thursday 0:30-1:00am
A heartbreaking and beautiful love story set in the entertainment world. Hayama (Komakine), a popular actor, and Shirasaki (Nibara), Hayama’s junior at university and a new actor, will be co-starring in the BL drama “Hiru no Yume”. At Hayama’s suggestion, the two decide to form a “lover relationship for the sake of the role,” but their real romantic feelings gradually intertwine…!?
Purchaser benefits decided!
■Amazon
[Bonus details]
Limited cover edition
If you purchase “[Amazon.co.jp limited] 25 o’clock, Akasaka Memorial Book Amazon Limited Cover Edition” on Amazon, you will receive a “25 o’clock, Akasaka Memorial Book” with a different cover/back cover design from the regular version. ” delivered!
For purchasing on Amazon, please see the website below.
https://www.amazon.co.jp/
*Other than the cover, the content is the same as the regular version. ■[Fan’s] Aoi Komaki’s official fan club “Kitomo”
[Bonus details]
Aoi Komaki 1 autographed photo
[Fan’s] Komagi Neita’s official fan club “Kiitomo” from [Wednesday, June 5, 2024 17:00 to Sunday, June 9, 23:59] We will deliver the “25:00, Akasaka Memorial Book” with an autographed photo!
*Membership registration is required for purchase.
[Fan’s] Please see the website below for purchasing at Aoi Komagine’s official fan club “Kitomo”.
https://www.fansnet.jp/kiitomo
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[Bonus details]
Taisuke Niihara 1 photo with printed signature and printed message For purchasing at Asmart, please see the website below.
https://www.asmart.jp/p_90044519
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Aoi Komaki & Taisuke Niihara 1 raw photo
For purchasing at the pop-up store venue for the drama “25:00, Akasaka de”, please see the website below.
https://www.manga10.com/event/2727
For purchasing at TORICO mail order sites, please see the website below. ▼Manga Exhibition Store
https://www.manga10.com/product/9784867018569
▼Holin Love Books
https://www.horinlovebooks.com/catalog/777095/
▼Manga King
https://www.mangaoh.co.jp/catalog/777095/
▼Mangazenkan.com
https://www.mangazenkan.com/items/12007485/
-Notes-
*As of June 5th
*Limited cover edition and sales with benefits will end as soon as stock runs out.
*Additional stores with special benefits may be added.
*Reservation start date and time may differ depending on the store. Please check each company’s website for details.
[Product information] “25:00, Akasaka Memorial Book” ●Release date: Friday, June 28, 2024 *Release date may be different in some areas ●List price: 3,500 yen ●Publisher: Tokyo News Reservations can be made at Tsushinsha’s nationwide bookstores and online bookstores. For details, please check TOKYO NEWS magazine&mook-https://zasshi.tv/-. [Related sites] ■Comprehensive information site for magazines, books, photo books, calendars, and other products published by Tokyo News Tsushinsha TOKYO NEWS magazine&mook-https://zasshi.tv/-■Weekly TV Guide Official X@weekly_tvguide-https
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