Exploring the Mysteries of Sharks! 'Shark Comparison Guidebook' Supervised by Aqua World Oarai, Released July 3rd
Fusosha Publishing will release the 'Shark Comparison Guidebook', supervised by Aqua World Oarai, on July 3, 2026. Authored by illustrator Kota, the book introduces the diverse characteristics of sharks through a comparative perspective and features insights into the aquarium's breeding environment.
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Welcome to the deep and mysterious world of sharks, the most popular sea creatures!
This book presents the diverse appeal of sharks—beyond just being 'scary'—by introducing them through the fun of comparing their features. You can explore the world of sharks from various angles, including their food, speed, size, dangerous sharks that approach humans, deep-sea sharks, long-lived sharks, and even shark relatives like stingrays.
The illustrations are charming yet accurately capture the characteristics of each shark!
Author Kota has been a dedicated shark lover since childhood. Packed with childhood passion, this book is perfect as an introduction to sharks, depicting their visuals and features from a 'comparison' perspective.
Furthermore, the book includes coverage from Aqua World Oarai and insights into their actual breeding facilities. It covers tank setups, feeding, and daily life with sharks, making it an enjoyable read as well as a reference book.
It is a world of sharks that will fascinate not only children but also adults.
Supervised by Aqua World Oarai, the 'Go-to' Place for Sharks
Aqua World Oarai, which supervised this book, is known as Japan's number one shark aquarium, housing approximately 60 species. They continue to share the charm and potential of sharks through globally recognized breeding research.
Compact A5 Size, Perfect for Taking to the Aquarium
With dimensions of 21×14.8×1cm, the book is compact and fits easily into a bag, making it perfect for quick reference when visiting an aquarium.
Content Highlights:
- Chapter 1: Shark Basics (What are sharks?, Body structure, Classification, etc.)
- Chapter 2: Shark Comparisons (World of sharks, Shark faces, Shark heads, etc.)
- Chapter 3: Shark Trivia (Dangerous sharks, Gentle sharks, Baby shark features, etc.)
- Chapter 4: Deep Dive into Sharks (Relationship with humans, Endangered species, Kanji for shark, etc.)
Author Profile: Kota
Born in Niigata Prefecture in 2001, Kota is an illustrator and picture book author, and a graduate of Tama Art University. They are known for illustrations of sea life and imaginative cities. Previous works include the 'Paleozoic Aquarium' series (Oizumi Shoten). Kota has been a major shark enthusiast since childhood.
Bibliographic Information:
Title: 'Shark Comparison Guidebook'
Author: Kota
Format: A5, 160 pages
Price: 1,870 yen (tax included)
Publisher: Fusosha Publishing
Release Date: July 3, 2026
ISBN: 978-4594102357
This book presents the diverse appeal of sharks—beyond just being 'scary'—by introducing them through the fun of comparing their features. You can explore the world of sharks from various angles, including their food, speed, size, dangerous sharks that approach humans, deep-sea sharks, long-lived sharks, and even shark relatives like stingrays.
The illustrations are charming yet accurately capture the characteristics of each shark!
Author Kota has been a dedicated shark lover since childhood. Packed with childhood passion, this book is perfect as an introduction to sharks, depicting their visuals and features from a 'comparison' perspective.
Furthermore, the book includes coverage from Aqua World Oarai and insights into their actual breeding facilities. It covers tank setups, feeding, and daily life with sharks, making it an enjoyable read as well as a reference book.
It is a world of sharks that will fascinate not only children but also adults.
Supervised by Aqua World Oarai, the 'Go-to' Place for Sharks
Aqua World Oarai, which supervised this book, is known as Japan's number one shark aquarium, housing approximately 60 species. They continue to share the charm and potential of sharks through globally recognized breeding research.
Compact A5 Size, Perfect for Taking to the Aquarium
With dimensions of 21×14.8×1cm, the book is compact and fits easily into a bag, making it perfect for quick reference when visiting an aquarium.
Content Highlights:
- Chapter 1: Shark Basics (What are sharks?, Body structure, Classification, etc.)
- Chapter 2: Shark Comparisons (World of sharks, Shark faces, Shark heads, etc.)
- Chapter 3: Shark Trivia (Dangerous sharks, Gentle sharks, Baby shark features, etc.)
- Chapter 4: Deep Dive into Sharks (Relationship with humans, Endangered species, Kanji for shark, etc.)
Author Profile: Kota
Born in Niigata Prefecture in 2001, Kota is an illustrator and picture book author, and a graduate of Tama Art University. They are known for illustrations of sea life and imaginative cities. Previous works include the 'Paleozoic Aquarium' series (Oizumi Shoten). Kota has been a major shark enthusiast since childhood.
Bibliographic Information:
Title: 'Shark Comparison Guidebook'
Author: Kota
Format: A5, 160 pages
Price: 1,870 yen (tax included)
Publisher: Fusosha Publishing
Release Date: July 3, 2026
ISBN: 978-4594102357
FAQ
『サメくらべ図鑑』はいつ発売されますか？
2026年7月3日（金）に発売されます。
『サメくらべ図鑑』の監修はどこが担当していますか？
約60種類のサメを飼育する「日本一のサメ水族館」であるアクアワールド茨城県大洗水族館が監修しています。
図鑑のサイズはどのくらいですか？
21×14.8×1cmのA5サイズで、バッグに収まりやすいコンパクトなサイズです。
著者の「こた」氏はどのような人物ですか？
2001年新潟県生まれの絵本作家、イラストレーターです。多摩美術大学グラフィックデザイン学科を卒業し、幼少期からのサメ好きとして知られています。
『サメくらべ図鑑』の定価はいくらですか？
税込1,870円です。