Viz Media '16 panels

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Friday, October 7, 2016
- Official Viz Media Panel | 11:15am - 12:15am
- An Evening with Yusei Matsui, Creator of Assassination Classroom | 5:15pm - 6:15pm

Saturday, October 8, 2016
- The Official Weekly Shonen Jump Panel | 1:45pm - 2:45pm
- One Punch Man Panel | 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Sunday, October 9, 2016
- Official Sailor Moon Panel | 2:45pm - 3:45pm

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

VIZ MEDIA WELCOMES
ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM MANGA CREATOR YUSEI MATSUI AT NEW YORK COMIC CON 2016

Creator Of Bestselling Action Comedy Manga Series
Makes His First-Ever North American Appearance

San Francisco, CA, September 28, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, announces a series of very special personal appearances by ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM manga series creator Yusei Matsui at New York Comic Con 2016.

VIZ Media is the official English publisher of ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM and partners with ReedPOP, the world's leading producer of pop culture events including New York Comic Con, the Japan Society, a nonprofit cross-cultural institution in New York, and the Japan Foundation to welcome the famed creator of the bestselling high school alien-teacher in the classroom action comedy series.

New York Comic Con takes place October 6th – 9th at the Javits Convention Center in Manhattan and is the East Coast's biggest pop culture convention. The annual event plays host to the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television. More information on New York Comic Con is available at: http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com.

VIZ Media will be located in Booth #2036 and will offer a selection of ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM manga for purchase throughout the convention including:

• ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM Vol. 13: Available for purchase TWO months before its official December release date - $10
• ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM Vols. 1 & 2 special bundle price - $15
• Purchase of either ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM items will also come with a free exclusive collectable button, while supplies last.

One of the most popular and bestselling manga series in the United States, ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM is a humorous and action-packed story about a class of misfits who are trying to kill their new teacher – an alien octopus with bizarre powers and super strength. The teacher has just destroyed the moon and is threatening to destroy the earth – unless his students can destroy him first. Making matters even more complicated, he turns out to be the best teacher they have ever had! The series is a consistent New York Times bestseller, with each volume released appearing on the list during the first few weeks of publication. ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM has also been adapted into an anime series that airs in Japan and North America, as well as two live-action films. For those new to the series, chapters of Assassination Classroom will be available to read for free at viz.com/shonenjump.

Yusei Matsui New York Comic Con 2016 Appearances:

VIZ Media Presents: An Evening with Yusei Matsui
Friday, October 7th, 5:15PM – 6:15PM
Room 1A06
Yusei Matsui, creator of the beloved ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM manga, is making his first North American appearance at NYCC, and will discuss his career and creative process behind his global hit! The journey from pen to panel and from manga to anime is no easy task. This special presentation by VIZ Media and FUNimation will explore the ins and outs to bringing the story of a pathetic class of misfits and their bizarre tentacled teacher to life! Fans attending this session will receive a special ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM collectible premium.

Official WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP Panel Featuring Yusei Matsui
Saturday, October 8th, 1:45PM – 2:45PM
Room 1A10
Hang out with the English language editors of the world's most popular manga! We've got exciting news about the latest developments on new series, all-time fan favorites, and what we're doing to bring you the world's best manga! Yusei Matsui, creator of the global sensation ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM, will be making a special appearance. Fans attending this session will receive a special ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM collectible premium, The WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP staff also will have other amazing prizes up for grabs. Don't miss it!

Yusei Matui Off-Site NYCC Presents Signing Sessions:

Yusei Matsui at Kinokuniya Book Store
Friday, October 7th, 8:30pm
1073 Avenue of the Americas, NY, NY 10018
Kinokuniya Bookstore New York partners with VIZ Media and New York Comic Con to welcome ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM author and artist Yusei Matsui for a special appearance at Kinokuniya Bookstore during New York Comic Con on October 7th. Special after-hours admission will be given to wristband holders. Customers must buy a volume from the ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM series on the day of the event to get a wristband that allows entry to the signing that evening (store opens at 10 am).

Yusei Matsui at Barnes & Noble Tribeca Book Store
Saturday, October 8th, 7:00pm
97 Warren St., NY, NY 10007
Please join VIZ Media as it welcomes Yusei Matsui for a special signing for ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM as part of NYCC Presents! This event will be limited to 100 customers only. Interested fans must purchase a volume of ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM at Barnes & Noble Tribeca location on the day of the event to attend. A wristband will be given upon purchase which will guarantee entry to the event. Only one book and one shikishi per person will be signed and personalized.

Yusei Matsui was born in Saitama Prefecture, Japan and has been drawing manga since he began elementary school. His favorite manga series include Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, and Ultimate Muscle. Matsui honed his skills while working as an assistant to manga artist Yoshio Sawai, creator of Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo. In 2005, Matsui debuted his first original manga, Neuro: Supernatural Detective, in Weekly Shonen Jump. In 2007, Neuro was adapted into an anime series. In 2012, ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump. ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM is published in North America by VIZ Media.

For more information on ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM or other award-winning manga titles published by VIZ Media, please visit www.VIZ.com.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

VIZ MEDIA PRESENTS THE VOICE CAST OF
ONE-PUNCH MAN ANIME SERIES AT
NEW YORK COMIC CON 2016

English Voice Actors Zach Aguilar, Eric Scott Kimerer and
Chris Jai Alex To Make Exclusive Appearances At
The East Coast’s Premier Pop Culture Convention

San Francisco, CA, September 29, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, proudly welcomes key English cast members from the hit anime series ONE-PUNCH MAN for a special series of personal appearances at New York Comic Con 2016.

Voice actor Zach Aguilar, who voices Genos, Eric Scott Kimerer, who voices Speed-o’-Sound Sonic, and Chris Jai Alex, who plays the villain Boros will join VIZ Media’s animation team for a special ONE-PUNCH MAN panel on Saturday, October 8th at 3PM. The actors also will appear for a pair of exclusive signing sessions during the convention.

New York Comic Con takes place October 6th – 9th at the Javits Convention Center in Manhattan and is the East Coast's biggest pop culture convention. The annual event plays host to the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television. More information on New York Comic Con is available at: http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com.

ONE-PUNCH MAN Official Panel
Saturday, October 8th, 3PM – 4PM
Room 1A10
ONE-PUNCH MAN is the biggest property to debut out of Japan for both anime and manga! What's it like when a hero becomes too strong? Find out! Also catch special insights from voice actors Zach Aguilar (Genos), Eric Scott Kimerer (Speed O’Sound Sonic) and introducing Chris Jai Alex (Boros). Lucky attendees also will get the inside scoop from the VIZ Media team on what's next, plus a surprise or two!

ONE-PUNCH MAN Voice Cast On-Site Signing Sessions
Saturday, October 8th & Sunday, October 9th
Zach Aguilar, Eric Scott Kimerer and Chris Jai Alex will appear for TWO official signings – one on Saturday, October 8th and another on Sunday, October 9th. Ticketing details and the exact start times will be announced on the NYCC website at: http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/Event...phing-Lottery/.

Also stop by the VIZ Media Booth #2036 to browse a selection of ONE-PUNCH MAN products available for exclusive purchase during New York Comic Con. Items available for purchase will include:

• ONE-PUNCH MAN Manga Vols. 1-2 special bundle price - $15
• ONE-PUNCH MAN Manga Vol. 9 Pre-street - $10
• ONE-PUNCH MAN Manga Black & White Replica (Exclusive from Japan) - $15
• ONE-PUNCH MAN Oppai T-Shirt (Exclusive) - $20

ONE-PUNCH MAN is based on the bestselling manga series (the latest chapters serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump, and graphic novels published by VIZ Media; rated ‘T’ for Teens), created by writer ONE and artist Yusuke Murata. In the anime adaptation, Saitama only became a hero for fun, but after three years of “special” training, he finds that he can beat even the mightiest opponents with a single punch. Though he faces new enemies every day, it turns out being devastatingly powerful is actually kind of a bore. Can a hero be too strong? The series features a notable cast of English voice actors including Max Mittelman (as Saitama), Zach Aguilar (as Genos), Robbie Daymond (as Mumen Rider), Erik Scott Kimerer (as Speed-o’-Sound Sonic) and Chris Jai Alex (as Boros).

Voice actor Zach Aguilar won the Magi 2 Voice Acting Open Auditions at Anime Expo that were hosted by Bang Zoom! Entertainment and Aniplex in 2014. At 16 years old, he was one of the youngest people to ever win and was cast in Magi: The Kingdom of Magic. Zach also has played characters in series such as Aldnoah.Zero, Sword Art Online 2, The Seven Deadly Sins, and Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron Blooded Orphans. He can also be heard doing numerous commercials for Pandora internet radio!

Actor Erik Scott Kimerer has always heard voices in his head and decided to do the only sensible thing; let them out. He was born and raised in Seattle, where he was trained in the Japanese method of anime voice acting by a veteran seiyuu. After graduating in Theatre Arts he moved to L.A. to pursue his love of telling stories through video games, animation, and even in the wrestling ring. Recent anime works he has been featured in include Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans, Your Lie in April, Toradora Magi, Accel World, and Seven Deadly Sins. In the world of video games, Erik has lent his voice for characters in Tales of Xilia 2, Inazuma Eleven, Atelier Sophie, Heroes of Newerth, and Skullgirls.

Chris Jai Alex grew up in a creative house, born to a mother who was an aspiring pop star and a comic book store owner. Upon graduating, Chris moved to New York to pursue a music career where he would produce music for an up and coming indie label. Inspired by a film that reminded him of his childhood, he relocated to Los Angeles, CA to pursue entertainment on a large scale. To date he's worked in all aspects of the business with credits on camera from film and TV, including Turn, 6 Ways To Die opposite Tom Sizemore, and Vivica A. Fox, along with various video game and animation voice work including Steven Universe, The Boondocks and Killer Instinct. Chris has also worked in action and stunt roles in Batman Vs. Superman, Captain America Civil War, Grimm, and the main double in season one of Supergirl "J'onn J'onzz The Martian Manhunter."

VIZ Media is the official North American distributor of the ONE-PUNCH MAN anime and manga properties and holds the digital and print publishing rights as well as broadcast rights, digital streaming rights, home video rights and master merchandising rights to the series.

For additional information on ONE-PUNCH MAN and other anime and manga titles distributed and published by VIZ Media, please visit www.VIZ.com.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

VISIT VIZ MEDIA AT NEW YORK COMIC CON 2016, BOOTH #2036

VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES UNIQUE ACTIVITIES AND SPECIAL CONVENTION EXCLUSIVES FOR
NEW YORK COMIC CON 2016

Catch Appearances By The Creator Of ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM, ONE-PUNCH MAN Voice Cast, RWBY Anime Talent And DRAGON BALL SUPER Creator, And More!

San Francisco, CA, September 30, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, brings a jam-packed weekend of unique creator events, informative panel discussions, fun booth activities and a specially curated selection of exclusive retail items available for purchase during New York Comic Con 2016.

New York Comic Con (NYCC) takes place October 6th – 9th at the Javits Convention Center in Manhattan and is the East Coast's biggest pop culture convention. The annual event plays host to the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television. More information on New York Comic Con is available at: http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com.

VIZ Media will be located in Booth #2036.

This year, VIZ Media proudly welcomes Yusei Matsui, the creator of the bestselling ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM manga series, as a special NYCC Spotlight Guest. Fans will be able to catch his first-ever North American professional appearance as Matsui participates in a range of panel discussions and autograph sessions.

Additional creators and guests making appearances at the VIZ Media booth this year include Toyotarou, the Japanese artist and manga creator who is collaborating with famed manga creator Akira Toriyama on the new DRAGON BALL SUPER series.

VIZ Media also will celebrate the globally acclaimed animated series, RWBY, the first western anime series to be distributed in Japan, with appearances by Barbara Dunkelman, who provides the voice of Yang, as well as RWBY Head of Animation Gray Haddock. Please check the VIZ Media booth for appearance times.

2016 marks the 30th Anniversary of the founding of VIZ Media. Join in the celebration at the VIZ Media booth, which will be vividly adorned with a gallery of original artwork on shikishi by scores of manga’s greatest creators paying homage to VIZ Media! A special illustration by ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM creator Yusei Matsui also will join the exhibit.

Other fun activities taking place at the VIZ Media booth will include:

• VIZ Media 30th Anniversary Prize Wheel
Celebrate VIZ Media’s 30th Anniversary and try your luck at our prize wheel for a chance to win exclusive goodies!
• SAILOR MOON Tiara Giveaway
Collect your tiara and become a guardian of love and justice!
• RWBY Poster Giveaway
Grab a poster for the hot RWBY animated series at the VIZ Media booth!

Please check the daily booth schedule for activity times.

VIZ Media New York Comic Con Panels:

Friday October 7th

11:15AM - 12:15PM | VIZ Media Official Panel Room | 1A10

Join the VIZ Media team as they talk about favorites like NARUTO, ONE-PUNCH MAN, TOKYO GHOUL, SAILOR MOON and much more. There will be announcements, exclusive first looks at new titles, and prizes!

5:15PM - 6:15PM | An Evening with Yusei Matsui, Creator Of ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM | Room 1A06
Yusei Matsui will discuss his career and creative process behind his global hit! This special presentation will explore the ins and outs to bringing the story of a pathetic class of misfits and their bizarre tentacled teacher to life.

Saturday October 8th

1:45PM - 2:45PM | WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP Panel | Room 1A10
Hang out with the English language editors of the world’s most popular manga! Yusei Matsui, creator of the global sensation ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM, will make a special appearance.

3:00PM – 4:00PM | ONE-PUNCH MAN Official Panel | Room 1A10
What's it like when a hero becomes too strong? Find out! Lucky attendees will get the inside scoop from the VIZ Media team on what's next, plus a surprise or two.

Sunday October 9th

2:45PM – 3:45PM | SAILOR MOON Official Panel | Room 1A06
Everyone's favorite Guardian of Love and Justice is back and better than ever! Join the VIZ Media SAILOR MOON team for all the can't-miss news and updates on the legendary anime series, as well as the all-new SAILOR MOON CRYSTAL.

Also don’t miss the following product exclusives and special advance releases available (while supplies last) at the VIZ Media booth:

• Advance Pre-street Manga Releases:
- ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM Vol. 13 with exclusive collectable button - $10
- JOJO’S BIZARRE ADVENTURE - PART 3: STARDUST CRUSADERS Vol. 1 - $20
- THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: LEGENDARY EDITION Vol. 1 - $18
- MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM THUNDERBOLT Vol. 1 - $15
- ITACHI’s STORY Vol. 1 – DAY BREAK (NARUTO Novel) - $11
- SUPER MARIO ADVENTURES - $15
• ONE PIECE Full Color Framed Replica Manga Artwork – $230 each
Exclusive from Japan!
• NARUTO SHIPPUDEN “Kakashi Hatake” 1/6 Scale Statue by Grecco - $220
Exclusive – includes special accessories just for the show!
• TOKYO GHOUL & ONE-PUNCH MAN Black & White Manga Replicas - $15 each
Exclusive from Japan!
• SAILOR MOON CRYSTAL Season 1 Set 1 Combo Pack - $65
Includes a Limited Edition Sun Catcher as a special free gift with purchase
• SAILOR MOON S (Season 3) Set 1 Combo Pack Pre-Order – $65
Pre-order the set now to have it mailed when it releases; also receive a special free collectible Sailor Moon Coin as a gift with purchase
• HUNTER X HUNTER Set 1 Blu-ray Pre-order - $50
Pre-order the set now to have it mailed when it releases; also receive a special free Hunter’s License as a gift with purchase
• WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP Premium Annual Membership – $30
Secure a digital subscription to the world’s most popular manga magazine that also includes exclusive YU‐GI-OH! Promo Card: Masked Hero Blast and an exclusive Shonen Jump t-shirt designed for NYCC
• Exclusive ONE-PUNCH MAN “Oppai” T-shirts in a limited edition color - $20
• Exclusive SAILOR MOON S T-shirts – $15 each
Exclusive design featuring all of the Guardians’ symbols; available only from VIZ Media!
• THE ART OF POKةMON ADVENTURES 2016 CON EXCLUSIVE - $15

And don’t miss the limited edition VIZ Media tote bag featuring iconic characters from celebrated series in 2 bold designs as a free gift with purchase of any item from VIZ Media. Select from SAILOR MOON or ONE-PUNCH MAN! (while supplies last)

For additional information on anime and manga titles distributed and published by VIZ Media, please visit www.VIZ.com.

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Attention! #NYCC live stream of the SAILOR MOON panel Sun., Oct 9 - 2:45pm EST here: https://www.twitch.tv/nycc2

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#NYCC VIZ Media panel - Friday, 11:15 AM in 1A10. Announcements! Fun! Surprises!

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Announcement! Tokyo Ghoul RE novel to be published. #viz30

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Announcement! Boruto coming to graphic novel format. #viz30

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Announcement! Pokémon art book with never before seen manga! Coming next year. #viz30

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Announcement! Vampire Night Memories coming! #viz30 #shojo

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Viz/WSJ has announced the RWBY manga will join the English Weekly Shonen Jump lineup. Date TBA

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VIZ Media NYCC 2016 Announcements!

VIZ Media has had a ball at New York Comic Con 2016
Hear about our announcements and the new products coming your way!

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- Moonlight Party: November 11
- Sailor Moon movie news? Some news fairly soon on the movie front