Anime NYC 2026: Nakama Press Announces Signings And Convention Exclusives
by Brendan M. Allen
Nakama Press is heading to Booth #1831 at the Javits Center for Anime NYC 2026. From August 20th-23rd, the Mad Cave Studios imprint will bring its growing lineup of international graphic novels to one of the biggest celebrations of Japanese pop culture on the East Coast.
Fans can stop by throughout the weekend to explore some of the newest releases from Nakama Press, including Diablomachia Vol. 1, World Enders Vol. 1, The Boyfriend Vol. 1, See You in Memories Vol. 1, Pandola Vol. 1, Last Call to Leave Earth Vol. 1, and the latest volumes of Infini-T Force and The Theory of K.O. Attendees can also get a look at what’s coming this December, including the recently announced Ace of the Diamond omnibus editions, CMS Astronomical Vol. 1 and Yashirojima: The Forest of Lost Dream.
Anime NYC will also give attendees a chance to get up close with two upcoming Nakama Press releases and meet the creators behind them. Mario B. Long, writer of Casshan and God Tier, will be signing at Booth #1831 on August 20th, 21st, and 22nd from 2:00-3:00 PM and August 23rd from 10:30-11:30 AM. Casshan Vol. 1, part of Mad Cave Studios’ partnership with legendary Japanese animation studio Tatsunoko Production, brings the iconic cybernetic hero to a new generation of readers.
Fans at Anime NYC will be the first to get this new volume as a special early release during these signings, ahead of the retail date of September 15th. Artist Ryan Jampole, co-creator and artist of Hokis, Focus!, will also be at the booth August 21st and 22nd from 4:00-5:00 PM, signing the magical middle-grade adventure packed with monsters, mishaps, and plenty of personality.
Nakama Press is also sponsoring the American Manga Awards, celebrating outstanding manga creators, translators, letterers, and publishing professionals bringing manga to readers across North America.
Whether you’re already following Nakama Press or looking for something new to add to your reading pile, Nakama Press welcomes you to Booth #1831 throughout Anime NYC to meet the creators, discover new books, and see what’s coming next.
