[Shogakukan Inc.] The special supplement for the December issue of DIME is a “Ghost in the Shell” 2026 calendar! A double feature on learning from the ahead-of-its-time “Ghost in the Shell” and hit products of 2025! Shogakukan Inc. Press Release: October 16, 2025 The special supplement for the December issue of DIME is a “Ghost in the Shell” 2026 calendar! This double feature focuses on the
ahead-of-its-time “Ghost in the Shell” and learning from hit products of 2025! The December issue of DIME will be on sale from October 16th.
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organizational management, “Ghost in the Shell” has anticipated the future and offers hints that modern businesspeople can learn. Plus, with a new anime and a cross-series exhibition coming up in 2026, this issue includes a special bonus: a DIME-exclusive original calendar featuring “Ghost in the Shell”! A must-have item for fans, available only here! Next, the lead feature is “2025 Hit Products Summary.” Amidst the dramatic change of rising prices, how has consumer sentiment changed, and what are people seeking? From the principles of gourmet food revealed by LINE Yahoo data to behind-the-scenes coverage of the successful Osaka-Kansai Expo and the rise of Japanese film, we thoroughly dissect the hit products that garnered attention in 2025. Using a wealth of data and in-depth interviews, we unravel the secrets behind their success and consumer insights, predicting trends for 2026. This is a must-read book for summarizing 2025 and preparing for the future, so be sure to check it out!
****************************************** DIME December issue Release date: October 16, 2025 Special price: ¥1,300 (tax included) Shogakukan https://dime.jp/ ****************************************** [Super limited! [DIME Exclusive Bonus] “Ghost in the Shell” 2026 Calendar
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/13640/3391/13640-3391-c91c7bcd9151eaa8bec01e057d9e91c3-2000×1381.jpg (C) Masamune Shirow/Kodansha (C)1995 Masamune Shirow/Kodansha, Bandai Visual, MANGA ENTERTAINMENT (C)2004 Masamune Shirow/Kodansha/IG, ITNDDTD (C) Masamune Shirow/Production I.G/Kodansha/Ghost in the Shell Production Committee (C) Masamune Shirow/Production I.G/Kodansha/Ghost in the Shell ARISE Production Committee (C) Masamune Shirow/Production I.G/Kodansha/Ghost in the Shell: The New Movie Production Committee (C) Masamune Shirow/Production I.G/Kodansha/Ghost in the Shell 2045 Production Committee (C) Masamune Shirow/Kodansha/Ghost and the Shell Exhibition Committee (C) Masamune Shirow/The World of Masamune Shirow Exhibition Production Committee ■DIME SPECIAL1 A complete analysis of the reasons for its success, the secrets behind its success, and consumer insights using data and rankings! 2025 Hit Product Summary
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/13640/3391/13640-3391-c0c5e756517ee044aa1b07c7f2f52c22-2000×1357.jpg How will consumer sentiment change in 2025 amid rising prices? What will people want? Along with analyzing various trend data by genre, we analyze the reasons for the success of popular, buzzworthy, and talked-about products, services, and content from various companies and DIME’s perspective. We’ll be providing an early overview of this year’s hit products and exploring the seeds of the next trend. [Food & Gourmet] Analysis by LINE Yahoo! Data Analysts! The Rules for Hit Gourmet Food in 2025 [Daily Necessities] Wellness apparel is booming, as rising prices accelerate smart spending! [Home Appliances & Digital Devices] Nitori’s on-the-rise appliances: the savior of the Reiwa rice riots? [Leisure] Behind the Scenes of the Successful Osaka-Kansai Expo [Entertainment] The Breakthrough of Japanese Films: The Battle for the NEXT Chiikawa …and more! ■DIME SPECIAL2 【Special Feature Commemorating the 30th Anniversary of the Film Adaptation】 [Original Author] Masamune Shirow [Animation Directors] Mamoru Oshii, Kenji Kamiyama, Kazuya Kise [Voice Actors] Akio Otsuka, Koichi Yamadera, and other key figures in the series share their thoughts! An in-depth look at the appeal of this visionary work! Learn from “Ghost in the Shell”!
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/13640/3391/13640-3391-647a725806fa765f48ab8a4d44091db0-2000×1357.jpg “Ghost in the Shell” began serialization in 1989. Since its film adaptation in 1995, the anime series has expanded. Its
forward-thinking worldview and the exploits of Public Security Section 9, led by the fully prosthetic Kusanagi Motoko, have had a profound impact on sci-fi fans, businesspeople, and creators alike. With various new projects planned for 2026, we delve into the profound appeal of the series through interviews with the original author and production team. ・The future of the AI era, social media society, recommended books, and a Q&A with the original author, Masamune Shirow ・Special Interview with Akio Otsuka (Batou) and Koichi Yamadera (Togusa): The Strong Bonds of Public Security Section 9 ・Mamoru Oshii, Kenji Kamiyama, Kazuya Kise, and other series directors discuss the innovativeness of the “Ghost in the Shell” anime ・Natsuno Tsuyoshi: “I learned leadership and organizational management, technology strategy, human nature, and everything necessary for business from Ghost in the Shell.” …and more! [DIME shopping navigation] The market is on the rise, and new production methods are a hot topic! Compare 15 types of non-alcoholic beer! Which one is really delicious?
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/13640/3391/13640-3391-3bdd97e1b564c7ce1e78addd256f9905-2002×1359.jpg 【Dual Watching!】 Rakuten “Kobo Libra Color” vs Amazon “Kindle colorsoft” 【Trend Watching】 Starting from 100,000 yen per week! A new generation of luxury cruise ships! A new golden age for cruises departing and arriving in Japan Ancient tombs, remade gravestones, and even grave-visiting services! The evolution of gravestones never stops! Diversifying Reiwa Ending Industrial Revolution Opening November 15th! “Silent Olympics” The excitement and emotion generated by the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics ■REGULAR CONTENTS ・From Toru Tamagawa to you in the prime of your working lives ・Stock Investor Tester’s Non-Investment Stories ・Hyadain’s New Analytics: Learning from the Past ・Koyama Kundo’s Scenes ・Data Watching ・Sociology Explained Through Keywords: Buzz Word ・DIME LOUNGE STORE ・BUSINESS BIBLE SELECTION ・CAR of the DIME
