Recently, the world of anime and manga has witnessed an impressive event for collectors, a rare edition of the manga created by a fan of Kara no Kyoukai (The Garden of Sinners), was sold at auction in Japan for more than $33000 dollars. This issue, considered a true relic, has generated great interest among TYPE-MOON fans and lovers of Kinoko Nasu’s works, the news has caused a stir in the otaku community, highlighting the importance and cultural impact of Kara no Kyoukai in the anime and manga industry.
An all-time record for this Kara no Kyoukai manga that sells for a high price
In recent days, various media outlets have highlighted the surprising sale of a rare Kara no Kyoukai manga, this original issue that was produced by TYPE-MOON in 1998, when the studio was still then operating as a fan-made works group. In addition to being written by Kinoko Nasu and illustrated by Takashi Takeuchi, this story became the studio’s first major hit, paving the way for future iconic franchises such as Tsukihime and Fate/stay night.
What makes this copy of Kara no Kyoukai even more special is a typographical error in the author’s name, where on the cover it appears written as Konoko Nasu instead of Kinoko Nasu, this detail, far from being a flaw, increases the value of the piece, making it a real gem for collectors. According to a specialized entity, only 10 original copies were printed, of which only 6 were sold, the scarcity of these copies has elevated its status among collectors of these rare manga, consolidating it as a collectible piece in the history of TYPE-MOON.
One of these rare copies of Kara no Kyoukai recently appeared on Yahoo Auctions, where it was auctioned off to the highest bidder, the final result stunned many, the winning bid reached 5,001,000 yen, which is equivalent to more than $33000 dollars. This record price demonstrates the enormous devotion and passion that fans have for the work and the historical importance of this object in the evolution of TYPE-MOON, in addition, some people assure that with the passage of time the value of such items will continue to increase, which could lead to future auctions even more impressive.
The sale of this manga not only represents an investment for collectors, but also a showcase of the legacy that Kara no Kyoukai has left in otaku culture, leaving an influence that still continues to this day. And these types of transactions reinforce the idea that early TYPE-MOON works are invaluable within the world of manga and anime, and although the auction has ended, the listing is still available on Yahoo Auctions for those who wish to see more details about this fascinating collector’s item.
Kara no Kyoukai follows the story of Shiki Ryougi, a young girl with the supernatural ability to perceive the death of all things through her Mystic Eyes of Death Perception. After an accident that leaves her in a coma, Shiki awakens with a fragmented personality and begins working for the Garan no Dou agency, investigating paranormal cases along with Mikiya Kokutou, which take place in Mifune and tries to find the meaning of her own existence. Throughout the story, Shiki faces supernatural entities, assassins and her own internal struggle with her identity and powers.
