Commemorating the Simultaneous Release of 'Drugstore in Another World: The Diary of a Courtesan's Detective' Vol. 22 and 'COSMOS' Vol. 9! A Nationwide Bookstore Campaign Offering Exclusive Illustration Cards Starts June 18!
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- Commemorating the Simultaneous Release of 'Drugstore in Another World: The Diary of a Courtesan's Detective' Vol. 22 and 'COSMOS' Vol. 9! A Nationwide Bookstore Campaign Offering Exclusive Illustration Cards Starts June 18!
- To celebrate the simultaneous release of 'Drugstore in Another World: The Diary of a Courtesan's Detective' Vol. 22 and 'COSMOS' Vol. 9 on June 18, 2026, a special bookstore campaign will be held nationwide. Purchase either volume and receive an exclusive collaboration illustration card drawn by the respective artists.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 15, 2026
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To celebrate the simultaneous release of 'Drugstore in Another World: The Diary of a Courtesan's Detective' Vol. 22 and 'COSMOS' Vol. 9 on June 18, 2026, a special bookstore campaign will be held nationwide. Purchase either volume and receive an exclusive collaboration illustration card drawn by the respective artists.
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- Commemorating the Simultaneous Release of 'Drugstore in Another World: The Diary of a Courtesan's Detective' Vol. 22 and 'COSMOS' Vol. 9! A Nationwide Bookstore Campaign Offering Exclusive Illustration Cards Starts June 18! (June 15, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- June 15, 2026
To celebrate the simultaneous release of 'Drugstore in Another World: The Diary of a Courtesan's Detective' Vol. 22 and 'COSMOS' Vol. 9 on June 18, 2026, a special bookstore campaign will be held nationwide. Purchase either volume and receive an exclusive collaboration illustration card drawn by the respective artists.
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- 📰 Published: June 15, 2026 at 20:00
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(C) Konatsu Hyuga, Shintotoko / Imagica Infos (C) Minoro Kurata / Shogakukan (C) Ryuichi Tamura / Shogakukan
Starting Thursday, June 18, 2026, a special campaign will be held at participating bookstores nationwide to commemorate the simultaneous release of the highly popular 'Drugstore in Another World: The Diary of a Courtesan's Detective' Vol. 22 and 'COSMOS' Vol. 9, both serialized in 'Sunday GX'! Purchase either of the two volumes and receive an exclusive collaboration illustration card!
The promotional item is a specially drawn 'collaboration illustration card'—compact enough to fit in a smartphone case. Ryuichi Tamura illustrates Nekko and Jinshi from 'Drugstore in Another World,' while Minoro Kurata draws Rin and Mizumori from 'COSMOS'—a rare collectible available nowhere else. Tamura's card features a metallic finish, while Kurata's uses a traditional Japanese paper-like texture, perfectly matching each series' unique atmosphere!
▼ For details including participating bookstores, please check the link below:
https://sundaygx.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/list.pdf
'Drugstore in Another World: The Diary of a Courtesan's Detective' Vol. 22
Original Story: Konatsu Hyuga (Hero Bunko / published by Imagica Infos)
Art: Minoro Kurata
Character Design: Shintotoko
Price: ¥770 (tax included)
B6 size / Sunday GX Comics / Shogakukan
https://www.shogakukan.co.jp/books/09158229
A traveling troupe appears in the city at night. Among them is a mysterious 'fairy' with white hair and red eyes, said to read minds, generate gold, and even create elixirs of immortality. To verify the rumors, Nekko and her stepbrother, Rahan, go to see the show—but what awaits them? Meanwhile, a letter arrives from Jinshi, who now appears publicly as a royal prince. What could it say!?
Also available: Special Edition of 'Drugstore in Another World: The Diary of a Courtesan's Detective' Vol. 22 with Masking Tape!
Original Story: Konatsu Hyuga (Hero Bunko / published by Imagica Infos)
Art: Minoro Kurata, Character Design: Shintotoko
Price: ¥2,200 (tax included) / B6 size / Sunday GX Comics / Shogakukan
https://www.shogakukan.co.jp/books/09943241
'COSMOS' Vol. 9
Ryuichi Tamura
Price: ¥770 (tax included)
B6 size / Sunday GX Comics / Shogakukan
https://www.shogakukan.co.jp/books/09158227
The 'Flute Man' group launches a sudden raid on Herzschwung Prison to steal Rona. Leading the charge? Iron, the father of Soprano!? As Sunny fights valiantly, the situation twists and turns dramatically...
A new sci-fi drama that captivates with 'chaos × tension'—Volume 9 is here!!
Starting Thursday, June 18, 2026, a special campaign will be held at participating bookstores nationwide to commemorate the simultaneous release of the highly popular 'Drugstore in Another World: The Diary of a Courtesan's Detective' Vol. 22 and 'COSMOS' Vol. 9, both serialized in 'Sunday GX'! Purchase either of the two volumes and receive an exclusive collaboration illustration card!
The promotional item is a specially drawn 'collaboration illustration card'—compact enough to fit in a smartphone case. Ryuichi Tamura illustrates Nekko and Jinshi from 'Drugstore in Another World,' while Minoro Kurata draws Rin and Mizumori from 'COSMOS'—a rare collectible available nowhere else. Tamura's card features a metallic finish, while Kurata's uses a traditional Japanese paper-like texture, perfectly matching each series' unique atmosphere!
▼ For details including participating bookstores, please check the link below:
https://sundaygx.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/list.pdf
'Drugstore in Another World: The Diary of a Courtesan's Detective' Vol. 22
Original Story: Konatsu Hyuga (Hero Bunko / published by Imagica Infos)
Art: Minoro Kurata
Character Design: Shintotoko
Price: ¥770 (tax included)
B6 size / Sunday GX Comics / Shogakukan
https://www.shogakukan.co.jp/books/09158229
A traveling troupe appears in the city at night. Among them is a mysterious 'fairy' with white hair and red eyes, said to read minds, generate gold, and even create elixirs of immortality. To verify the rumors, Nekko and her stepbrother, Rahan, go to see the show—but what awaits them? Meanwhile, a letter arrives from Jinshi, who now appears publicly as a royal prince. What could it say!?
Also available: Special Edition of 'Drugstore in Another World: The Diary of a Courtesan's Detective' Vol. 22 with Masking Tape!
Original Story: Konatsu Hyuga (Hero Bunko / published by Imagica Infos)
Art: Minoro Kurata, Character Design: Shintotoko
Price: ¥2,200 (tax included) / B6 size / Sunday GX Comics / Shogakukan
https://www.shogakukan.co.jp/books/09943241
'COSMOS' Vol. 9
Ryuichi Tamura
Price: ¥770 (tax included)
B6 size / Sunday GX Comics / Shogakukan
https://www.shogakukan.co.jp/books/09158227
The 'Flute Man' group launches a sudden raid on Herzschwung Prison to steal Rona. Leading the charge? Iron, the father of Soprano!? As Sunny fights valiantly, the situation twists and turns dramatically...
A new sci-fi drama that captivates with 'chaos × tension'—Volume 9 is here!!
FAQ
How long does the campaign last?
While supplies last. Items may run out quickly, so early purchase is recommended.
Do I get one card per purchase?
Yes. One illustration card per qualifying comic book purchased.
Is the bonus available with digital purchases?
No. The bonus is only available with physical purchases at participating stores.
How can I get both artists’ cards?
Purchase both 'Drugstore in Another World' Vol. 22 and 'COSMOS' Vol. 9 to receive both cards.
What size are the illustration cards?
Designed to fit in phone cases, similar to standard trading cards.