Kikan S Spring 2026 (vol. 93)

Kikan S (季刊エス) is a quarterly Japanese magazine dedicated to illustration, design, and visual storytelling, spanning anime, manga, games, and fantasy art. Published by Pie International, it's known for exclusive cover artwork, in-depth artist interviews, and step-by-step making-of features that make it a favorite among illustrators and collectors alike. Printed in full color on premium paper, each issue of Kikan S doubles as an art book — a lasting collectible for fans of Japanese character illustration. Issue Highlights Vol. 93 delivers the first-ever solo cover feature on Kei Mochizuki, one of Japan's most sought-after digital illustrators, with over 70 pages dedicated to a 17,000-word career interview, a full making-of of the cover art, and a rare oversized bonus pin-up, "Secular World," measuring more than a meter across. The feature also includes two special dialogues — one with musician Reol, another with director Hitoshi Fujisawa of The Fourth Wall — plus a design collaboration between Mochizuki and creative director Wataru Osakabe and a full illustrated career timeline, "The History of Kei Mochizuki." Also in This Issue Special oversized bonus pin-up, "Secular World" (38cm × 103cm) Digital painting making-of by Rie Chiaki Pen tablet making-of by 48-Yen Results from the 5th GALLERIA illustration contest Ongoing serialized artwork by Range Murata, Hiroyuki Asada, Fuu Aoi, Totomame, and Ugomba About Kikan S Since its founding, Kikan S has served as a bridge between the worlds of manga, anime, games, and fine art — spotlighting the illustrators shaping Japan's visual culture through exclusive cover commissions, candid interviews, and detailed making-of breakdowns. Each issue pairs a major illustrator feature with a large full-color pin-up, contest results, technique columns, and serialized artwork from some of the industry's most celebrated names, making Kikan S essential reading for artists and collectors alike. Specifications Magazine: Kikan S (季刊エス) Issue: Vol. 93, Spring 2026 Language: Japanese Publisher: Pie International Release Frequency: Quarterly Condition: Brand New Shipping: Ships from Japan