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Masaaki Hirai of Dansei Blanco to release first novel 'Ikitoshi Ikeru Oto' on August 5

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  • Masaaki Hirai of Dansei Blanco to release first novel 'Ikitoshi Ikeru Oto' on August 5
  • KADOKAWA will release 'Ikitoshi Ikeru Oto,' the debut short story collection by Masaaki Hirai of comedy duo Dansei Blanco, on August 5, 2026, for 1,980 yen. A commemorative talk event will be held on August 8, 2026.
  • Source: PR TIMES
  • Date: Fri Jun 05 2026 21:00:01 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)

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KADOKAWA will release 'Ikitoshi Ikeru Oto,' the debut short story collection by Masaaki Hirai of comedy duo Dansei Blanco, on August 5, 2026, for 1,980 yen. A commemorative talk event will be held on August 8, 2026.

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Masaaki Hirai of Dansei Blanco to release first novel 'Ikitoshi Ikeru Oto' on August 5 (Fri Jun 05 2026 21:00:01 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)), PR TIMES
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PR TIMES
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Fri Jun 05 2026 21:00:01 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)

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KADOKAWA will release 'Ikitoshi Ikeru Oto,' the debut short story collection by Masaaki Hirai of comedy duo Dansei Blanco, on August 5, 2026, for 1,980 yen. A commemorative talk event will be held on August 8, 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When is the release date of "Ikitoshi Ikeru Oto"?
A: It will be released on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
Q: Who is the author and what is the price of the book?
A: The author is Masaaki Hirai of the comedy duo "Dansei Blanco," and the price is 1,980 yen (1,800 yen + tax).
Q: How many stories are included in this book?
A: It contains a total of 13 stories, including 12 short stories serialized in the magazine "Da Vinci" and one newly written story.
Q: Will there be a publication commemorative event?
A: Yes, a talk event and signing session is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Bookshop B&B in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, with an online streaming option.
Q: How and when can I apply for the commemorative event?
A: Applications start on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 12:00 PM on a first-come, first-served basis via Peatix (https://bb260808a.peatix.com).