Ikaros Publications Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Akihiro Yamate), which handles media business in fields such as aviation and railways within the Impress Group, released the book "Weird Road Signs" on April 22, 2026.
Collecting "Weird Signs" from all over the country that make you stop involuntarily Road signs catch your eye as you walk down the street. They are usually overlooked, but some of them are slightly unusual, making you tilt your head and wonder, "Why is this here?" or "What does this mean?" This book introduces "weird signs" found all over the country, such as those standing in strange places, designs that make you laugh, and placements full of incongruity. It features numerous unique signs that make you want to take a picture.
The more you look, the more addictive the fascination of signs becomes Even the road signs we casually look at often hold unexpected discoveries upon closer inspection. While explaining the charm of such signs in an easy-to-understand manner, this book will make you want to tell someone, "I didn't know a sign like this existed!"
This book is recommended for the following people: - People with road hobbies, such as those interested in severe national highways (Kokudou) - Sign enthusiasts - People interested in traffic - Frequent drivers - People interested in subculture
Page Image Introducing unusual signs by category. Packed with weird signs of various genres, such as original designs, irregular shapes, and unusual installation methods. Extensive explanation pages including basic knowledge!
Structure of this book Chapter 1: Weird Guide Signs Chapter 2: Weird Warning Signs Chapter 3: Weird Regulatory Signs Chapter 4: Weird Instruction Signs Chapter 5: Weird Supplementary Signs Chapter 6: Weird Others & Extras Basic Knowledge of Signs
Bibliographic Information Title: Weird Road Signs (Hen na Doro Hyoshiki) Release Date: April 22, 2026 (Wednesday) Specifications: A5 size / 176 pages Price: 1,760 yen (Base price 1,600 yen + 10% tax) ISBN: 978-4-8022-1737-8 ◇ Ikaros Publications book information page: https://books.ikaros.jp/book/b10159248.html
[Ikaros Publications Ltd.] Develops publishing activities mainly in the aviation, railway, military, and rescue fields, centered around "Monthly Airline". Furthermore, it deploys many publications in fields such as travel, interpretation/translation, and lifestyle.
[Impress Group] https://www.impressholdings.com/ A media group with Impress Holdings, Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yuki Tsukamoto) as its holding company. We deploy highly specialized media & services and solution businesses with main themes such as "IT", "Music", "Design", "Mountains/Nature", "Aviation/Railways", "Mobile Services", and "Academics/Science & Engineering". Furthermore, we are involved in the development and operation of content business platforms.
[Inquiries regarding this matter] Ikaros Publications Ltd. Contact: Ono contact@ikaros.jp
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