On the 4th, Shueisha released all 18 volumes of Learning Manga: History of the World, which has been fully revamped for the first time in 22 years. The cover illustrations for all 18 volumes were drawn by 16 popular manga artists, including Hirohiko Araki (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure), Yasuhisa Hara (Kingdom), and Kohei Horikoshi (My Hero Academia).

First published in 2002, Learning Manga: History of the World has been a beloved long-selling series for many readers. This latest edition has been fully refreshed, transitioning from the previous large-format hardcovers to more portable softcovers, with completely updated content. Each volume has increased by 56 pages compared to the previous version, offering more detailed storytelling on historical events from around the world, presented in a dramatic and accessible way. The stunning illustrations, engaging characters, and exciting narratives make readers feel as if they’ve traveled back in time.

The latest high school history textbooks emphasize a global perspective, exploring world history through "global history" and "inquiry," which encourages students to think for themselves and find answers. This new edition reflects these trends, covering not only European history but also Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and beyond, focusing on the connections between nations through people, goods, and culture. It is the first history manga series aligned with the revised national curriculum guidelines.

Notably, 10 of the 18 volumes cover the frequently tested modern and contemporary history, including events such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the military conflicts in Palestine. Additionally, the cover illustrations for all 18 volumes were created by renowned manga artists from Shueisha’s manga magazines. Hirohiko Araki depicted Napoleon, Yasuhisa Hara illustrated Ramesses II, and Kohei Horikoshi drew Caesar and Cleopatra—capturing the iconic figures from each historical period.

Each volume is priced at 1,100 yen, with the full set available for 19,800 yen.

Full List of Volume Titles and Cover Artists with Historical Figures:

Civilizations of the Orient and the Mediterranean – Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece
Cover Art: Yasuhisa Hara (Kingdom) – Ramesses II

The Beginnings of Chinese Civilization and the Chinese Empire – Yellow River Civilization to Tang Dynasty
Cover Art: Hiroyuki Asada (Letter Bee) – Qin Shi Huang

The Glory of the Roman Empire – Ancient Rome, Byzantium
Cover Art: Kohei Horikoshi (My Hero Academia) – Caesar, Cleopatra

The Islamic World and India – Dynastic Rise and Fall, Religion
Cover Art: Kozueko Morimoto (Gokusen) – Suleiman I, Akbar

The Development of Christianity and Europe – Medieval Europe
Cover Art: Yūki Tabata (Black Clover) – Charlemagne, Joan of Arc

Mongols and East Asia – Song to Early Qing Dynasties, Korea
Cover Art: Fusako Kuramochi (Tennen Kokekkō) – Kublai Khan

The Renaissance and the Reformation – Early Modern Europe
Cover Art: Posuka Demizu (The Promised Neverland) – Leonardo da Vinci

Sovereign States of Europe – Absolute Monarchies and Enlightened Despots
Cover Art: Io Sakisaka (Blue Spring Ride) – Elizabeth I

The Industrial Revolution and American Independence – The Rise of Capitalism
Cover Art: Hikaru Miyoshi (Moriarty the Patriot) – Abraham Lincoln

The French Revolution and the Path to Nation-States – Awakening to Freedom, Rights, Independence
Cover Art: Hirohiko Araki (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure) – Napoleon Bonaparte

The Progress of Modernization and Imperialism – Expansion of Colonial Powers
Cover Art: Yusei Matsui (Assassination Classroom) – Hirobumi Ito, Otto von Bismarck

The Opium Wars and the Xinhai Revolution – Late Qing to the Republic of China
Cover Art: Masanori Morita (Rookies) – Sun Yat-sen, Puyi, Empress Dowager Cixi

World War I and the Russian Revolution – From Total War to International Cooperation
Cover Art: Satoru Noda (Golden Kamuy) – Lenin

Mass Political Participation and the Great Depression – The Prosperity and Uncertainty Between Wars
Cover Art: Shinichi Sakamoto (Innocent) – Franklin D. Roosevelt

World War II and the United Nations – The Greatest Sacrifice in Human History
Cover Art: Tatsuya Endo (Spy x Family) – Churchill, Hitler

The Cold War and the East-West Conflict – Two Superpowers and the Third Force
Cover Art: Shinichi Sakamoto (Innocent) – Gorbachev, Gandhi, Kennedy

The Multipolar World – Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa
Cover Art: Mari Yamazaki (Thermae Romae) – Mandela, Arafat, Deng Xiaoping

The Advancing Globalization – The Challenges of the 21st Century
Cover Art: Posuka Demizu (The Promised Neverland) – The Children of the World

Comment from Yasuhisa Hara:

"I am honored to have been able to illustrate the cover of the first volume of Learning Manga: History of the World. This is my first time drawing a Pharaoh, and I must admit, he’s a bit more muscular, thanks to the influence of Kingdom. I researched his clothing and accessories as much as possible, and even though it's from the same ancient era as Kingdom, there’s still so much I don’t know. This series has inspired me to keep learning, and I hope it encourages a new generation of history enthusiasts!"

Comment from Hirohiko Araki:

"I challenged myself to fully replicate Napoleon’s image. The colors were inspired by the Tricolor. Learning about historical figures through manga makes it easy to understand, doesn’t it?"

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