SAN-EI comics 'Dokaben' Volumes 9 & 10 Now On Sale!
SAN-EI Co., Ltd. has released SAN-EI comics 'Dokaben' Volumes 9 and 10 nationwide starting May 11, 2026. This re-release of the classic baseball manga features carefully re-scanned original manuscripts and reproduces the page layouts from its initial serialization, including a comment from Sadaharu Oh.
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SAN-EI comics 'Dokaben' Volumes 9 and 10 will be sequentially released in bookstores nationwide starting May 11. SAN-EI Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Kenshi Suzuki) will sequentially release SAN-EI comics 'Dokaben' Volumes 9 and 10 in bookstores nationwide from Monday, May 11, 2026.
In the 'Dokaben' series published by SAN-EI comics, the original manuscripts from that time have been carefully re-scanned. By reproducing the page layouts from its initial serialization in a boys' magazine, readers can experience the thrill of the original paneling and page-turning.
In May 2026, Volumes 9 and 10 will be released simultaneously. The fierce battle of the Koshien final against Iwaki Higashi High School and the Kanagawa Prefecture Autumn Tournament begins.
This time, we received a comment from Mr. Sadaharu Oh, Chairman of Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, for the obi (book band)!
Two volumes will be published simultaneously every month, releasing all 24 volumes over one year!
'Dokaben' is truly the originator of authentic baseball manga. Not only Shinji Mizushima fans and baseball manga fans, but also generations who enjoyed 'Dokaben' in their youth will be able to enjoy it nostalgically!
In 2026, please enjoy the numerous passionate matches unfolding in 'Dokaben' and the stories of youth dedicated to baseball, showcased by rivals from formidable schools!
©Mizushima Production
©Mizushima Production
[Overview]
Title: Dokaben
Release Date: January 5, 2026 (Mon) - December 2026
Total Volumes: 24 volumes
Publication Format: Two volumes released simultaneously each month
Distribution: Bookstores
Format: B6, perfect bound
Price: 1,650 yen (tax included)
SAN-EI Official Web: https://shop.san-ei-corp.co.jp/shop/default.aspx
■ About SAN-EI Co., Ltd.
With over 70 years of history, SAN-EI has continued to publish magazines primarily related to automobiles and racing. Leveraging the various resources, diverse networks within and outside the industry, specialized knowledge, and archives accumulated through these activities, the company has expanded its scope to various genres such as sports, fashion, and outdoor activities. Through magazines, events, etc., the company enhances its brand power and extensively develops content on the web and in video.
Representative Director: Kenshi Suzuki
Founded: October 1947
Established: September 17, 1952
Capital: 98 million yen
Employees: 141 people
〒163-1126
Shinjuku Square Tower 26F, 6-22-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
SAN-EI Official Web: https://san-ei-corp.co.jp/
May 12, 2026
SAN-EI Co., Ltd.
Keywords:
In the 'Dokaben' series published by SAN-EI comics, the original manuscripts from that time have been carefully re-scanned. By reproducing the page layouts from its initial serialization in a boys' magazine, readers can experience the thrill of the original paneling and page-turning.
In May 2026, Volumes 9 and 10 will be released simultaneously. The fierce battle of the Koshien final against Iwaki Higashi High School and the Kanagawa Prefecture Autumn Tournament begins.
This time, we received a comment from Mr. Sadaharu Oh, Chairman of Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, for the obi (book band)!
Two volumes will be published simultaneously every month, releasing all 24 volumes over one year!
'Dokaben' is truly the originator of authentic baseball manga. Not only Shinji Mizushima fans and baseball manga fans, but also generations who enjoyed 'Dokaben' in their youth will be able to enjoy it nostalgically!
In 2026, please enjoy the numerous passionate matches unfolding in 'Dokaben' and the stories of youth dedicated to baseball, showcased by rivals from formidable schools!
©Mizushima Production
©Mizushima Production
[Overview]
Title: Dokaben
Release Date: January 5, 2026 (Mon) - December 2026
Total Volumes: 24 volumes
Publication Format: Two volumes released simultaneously each month
Distribution: Bookstores
Format: B6, perfect bound
Price: 1,650 yen (tax included)
SAN-EI Official Web: https://shop.san-ei-corp.co.jp/shop/default.aspx
■ About SAN-EI Co., Ltd.
With over 70 years of history, SAN-EI has continued to publish magazines primarily related to automobiles and racing. Leveraging the various resources, diverse networks within and outside the industry, specialized knowledge, and archives accumulated through these activities, the company has expanded its scope to various genres such as sports, fashion, and outdoor activities. Through magazines, events, etc., the company enhances its brand power and extensively develops content on the web and in video.
Representative Director: Kenshi Suzuki
Founded: October 1947
Established: September 17, 1952
Capital: 98 million yen
Employees: 141 people
〒163-1126
Shinjuku Square Tower 26F, 6-22-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
SAN-EI Official Web: https://san-ei-corp.co.jp/
May 12, 2026
SAN-EI Co., Ltd.
Keywords: