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SAN FRANCISCO — October 9, 2025 — VIZ Media, the leading global producer of manga and anime, is thrilled to announce that Akira Himekawa, the celebrated manga duo known for their masterful adaptations of The Legend of Zelda series, will make a special appearance at NYCC 2025 to introduce their latest mythic adventure, Kamudo. The event will take place October 9–12 at the Javits Center.
Fans will have a rare opportunity to meet Akira Himekawa at multiple signings, as well as during a special VIZ Industry Panel where they will share insights into their latest high-fantasy epic, Kamudo.
WHO: Akira Himekawa — the celebrated manga duo behind The Legend of Zelda and Kamudo
WHAT: Special signings and an industry panel at New York Comic Con 2025
WHEN & WHERE:
WHY: Fans will have a rare chance to meet the artists behind The Legend of Zelda manga, one of the most successful video game manga series of all time, and discover their newest fantasy epic, Kamudo.
Spotlight on Kamudo:
From the visionaries who brought The Legend of Zelda to manga comes a bold new saga. Set in the mythical realm of Hinoaruchi, Kamudo blends mythology, philosophy, and breathtaking adventure in a sweeping tale that reimagines the boundaries of manga storytelling.
At the heart of the story is Kamuna, a half-human, half-dragon child destined to challenge the ancient balance of his world. With demi-dragons, spiritual gateways, and the force of Prana sustaining all life, Kamudo is a spellbinding tale of acceptance, prophecy, and survival—wrapped in Akira Himekawa’s legendary artistic style.
Official synopsis:
Kamudo, Vol. 1 release date: October 7, 2025
In the utopian nation of Ryujinkyo, Kamuna—a boy born with the form of a human and the left hand of a dragon—grapples with his identity in a society that both questions and fears his existence. As he begins his training in the ancient art of ryuken, his determination to prove himself fuels a growing rivalry with the fierce demi-dragon Gindu. Meanwhile, tensions simmer beneath the surface as factions outside Ryujinkyo grow restless, seeking to control the divine pulse that sustains the land…
Stay tuned to VIZ Media’s social media platforms for the latest NYCC news and announcements.
Press Contact:
Chantelle Sturt
Head of Global PR & Publicity
chantellesturt@viz.com
About VIZ Media:
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