Educational Manga 'Science of Stars and the Universe: Avert the Crisis on Earth!' Supervised by the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan Released on May 27, 2026
KADOKAWA Corporation has released 'Kadokawa Manga Science Series: Science of Stars and the Universe - Avert the Crisis on Earth!' supervised by the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan. It is a fantasy adventure that explains the workings of calendars and the universe through a narrative story.
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## Educational Manga Supervised by the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan Released
KADOKAWA Corporation released 'Kadokawa Manga Science Series: Science of Stars and the Universe - Avert the Crisis on Earth!' (Original Concept/Supervision: National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, Art: Hako Matsuura) on May 27, 2026.
### Learning Calendar Mechanics Scientifically
This book is an educational manga that unravels questions about the calendar, such as 'Why is a year 365 days?' and 'Why do seasons change?', by explaining the movements of the Sun, Earth, and Moon. The National Astronomical Observatory of Japan's official character, 'Honoka,' leads the narrative.
### Appeal as a Fantasy Adventure
The story takes place in 'Astera,' an alternate world where the concept of the calendar has been forgotten. The protagonist, Daiki, gets lost in this world and faces a crisis that threatens both Earth and Astera, creating a dramatic narrative that allows readers to learn about the mechanics of the universe naturally.
### Key Highlights
- Natural engagement with difficult themes through characters.
- Enjoyable as a pure story with unpredictable plot twists.
- Making the study of the universe relatable by focusing on the familiar daily calendar.
KADOKAWA Corporation released 'Kadokawa Manga Science Series: Science of Stars and the Universe - Avert the Crisis on Earth!' (Original Concept/Supervision: National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, Art: Hako Matsuura) on May 27, 2026.
### Learning Calendar Mechanics Scientifically
This book is an educational manga that unravels questions about the calendar, such as 'Why is a year 365 days?' and 'Why do seasons change?', by explaining the movements of the Sun, Earth, and Moon. The National Astronomical Observatory of Japan's official character, 'Honoka,' leads the narrative.
### Appeal as a Fantasy Adventure
The story takes place in 'Astera,' an alternate world where the concept of the calendar has been forgotten. The protagonist, Daiki, gets lost in this world and faces a crisis that threatens both Earth and Astera, creating a dramatic narrative that allows readers to learn about the mechanics of the universe naturally.
### Key Highlights
- Natural engagement with difficult themes through characters.
- Enjoyable as a pure story with unpredictable plot twists.
- Making the study of the universe relatable by focusing on the familiar daily calendar.
FAQ
『角川まんが科学シリーズ 星と宇宙の科学 地球の危機を回避せよ！』は誰が監修していますか？
国立天文台が原案・監修を務めています。
この本の主なテーマは何ですか？
暦のしくみや宇宙の動きを学ぶことをテーマとしています。
物語の舞台はどこですか？
異世界の「アステラ」という、地球と似た惑星が舞台です。
主人公の「大輝」は何をしたのですか？
謎の生き物「ホノカ」に導かれ、異世界・アステラの危機に関わることになります。
この本の発売日はいつですか？
2026年5月27日（水）に発売されました。