To commemorate the 35th anniversary of author Atsuko Asano’s debut and the 30th anniversary of “Battery,” a landmark coming-of-age sports novel, the new book *The Official Atsuko Asano Guide* will go on sale on December 10, 2026.
This anniversary book features newly written short stories from *Battery* and *NO.6*, as well as interviews and illustrations!
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Contents of the “Atsuko Asano Official Guide” Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of Atsuko Asano’s Debut as an Author
Includes newly written short stories from “Battery” and “NO.6”!
A deluxe commemorative book celebrating Atsuko Asano’s 35th anniversary as an author and the 30th anniversary of “Battery” is now available!
・Flash fiction: “To Takumi.” (First time included in a book)
・The History of “Battery”
・Interview: Kento Hayashi × Atsuko Asano
・Contributions by Makiko Sato and Mikoto Mashimo
・Newly drawn illustrations by toi8 and Chikage Yuzuniwa
・Newly Written “NO.6” Short Story: “Seven Days Later”
・The History of “NO.6”
・Contributions by Yuki Kaji and Ayano Takeda
・Results of the Reader Character Popularity Poll
・Q&A from Readers
・Roundtable Discussion: Yoko Tomiyasu × Eto Mori × Atsuko Asano
・Interview: Shion Miura × Atsuko Asano (Reprinted)
・Contributions: Kiyoshi Shigematsu, Itsumi Aoki
・Novel: “Beautiful Days” (First Published in Book Form)
・Complete Works
*Images, including the cover and dust jacket, may differ from the actual product.
The cover features a special collaborative illustration by toi8 for both the “NO.6” and “Battery” series!
The cover illustration is an original piece by illustrator toi8 (@toi81008).
A dream collaboration between two masterpieces! Don’t miss this exclusive, lavish collaboration—featuring Nezumi and Shion from *NO.6* and Takumi and Go from *Battery*—available only in this volume!
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When is the release date for the “Atsuko Asano Official Guide,” commemorating the 35th anniversary of her debut as an author and the 30th anniversary of *Battery*?
The “Atsuko Asano Official Guide,” commemorating author Atsuko Asano’s 35th anniversary as a writer and the 30th anniversary of *Battery*, will be released on Thursday, December 10, 2026!
Celebrating 35 Years Since Her Debut: “The Official Atsuko Asano Guide” Goes on Sale Thursday, December 10!
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| Where to Buy | [Amazon]Product Page [Animate] Product Page |
|---|---|
| “NO.6 Reunion” Series Buy the Complete Set |
[Amazon]Kindle E-book Bundle |
| Release Date | December 10, 2026 |
| Author | Atsuko Asano |
| Price | 2,915 yen (tax included) |
| ISBN | ISBN-10: 4041175550 ISBN-13: 978-4041175552 |
| Related Links | Atsuko Asano’s “NO.6” Official Website |
“Atsuko Asano Official Guide” Book Product Information
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