Maison Ikkoku GN (2003-2006 Viz) 2nd Edition comic books 2002-2004

2nd Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. Yusaku's attempts to study get off to a bad start when he falls head-over-heels for the new manager, and he's a far, far way from winning her heart. For Kyoko already has somebody else on her mind - a mysterious "Mr. Soichiro," who is - her pet dog!?! Funny, touching, and a tad off-kilter, Maison Ikkoku is the great Rumiko Takahashi at her very best. Softcover, 5 1/8-in. x 7 3/16-in., 208 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

2nd Edition - Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Family Affairs!" Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. Kyoko must fight for her independence as her overprotective meddling parents use every trick in the book to get her to give up her beloved job and move back home. Yusaku, reluctantly dating Kozue, is introduced to her overly solicitous family. And then he ends up on a never-ending visit to his own doting folks. Softcover, 5 1/8-in. x 7 3/16-in., 232 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

2nd Edition - Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Home Sweet Home!" Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. From the creator of Ranma ½ and Inu Yasha... one of Rumiko Takahashi's most beloved series, the romantic (sort of) comedy Maison Ikkoku, re-presented in a second edition in its original episodic order, with a "missing" episode! So take a trip down memory lane back into Japan's nuttiest apartment house and meet its volatile inhabitants: Kyoko, the beautiful and mysterious new apartment manager; Yusaku, the exam-addled college student; Mrs. Ichinose, the drunken gossip; Kentaro, her bratty son; Akemi, the boozy bar hostess who runs around the house in flimsy lingerie; and the mooching and peeping Mr. Yotsuya. Now everyone seems to forget that "home is where the heart is!" First Kyoko's dog, named Mr. Soichoro after her late husband, gets hopelessly lost. Then, due to a misunderstanding, Yusaku moves out of Maison Ikkoku in a huff. Unfortunately, the tiny apartment he moves into is still occupied _ by a beautiful masseuse and her ape-like Yakuza husband! Can Yusaku ever go home again? Softcover, 5 1/8-in. x 7 3/16-in., 232 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

2nd Edition - Volume 4 - 1st printing. "Good Housekeeping!" Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. From the creator of Ranma ½ and Inu Yasha comes one of Rumiko Takahashi's most beloved series, re-presented in a second edition in its original episodic order! How can Yusaku and Kyoko ever be alone when the motley crew at Maison Ikkoku are always inviting themselves to every get-together and social event? When Kyoko and Yusaku finally have some one-on-one time, their housemates' gossip and meddling leads them to learn the hard way that home is where the heart is! Softcover, 5 1/8-in. x 7 3/16-in., 232 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

2nd Edition - Volume 5 - 1st printing. "Empty Nest!" Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. Yusaku's New Year's fortune comes true, but he quickly learns he should be careful what he wishes for. When Valentine's Day arrives, Yusaku receives flowers from Kozue and then soon after from Kyoko _ each with its own meaning. Kyoko's parents continue to meddle in her life, despite her protests. Softcover, 5 1/8-in. x 7 3/16-in., 232 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

2nd Edition - Volume 6 - 1st printing. "Yusaku's Island!" Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. From the creator of Ranma 1/2 and Inu-Yasha comes one of Rumiko Takahashi's most beloved series, the romantic (sort of) comedy Maison Ikkoku, presented in a second edition in its original episodic order. Take a trip into Japan's nuttiest apartment house and meet its volatile inhabitants: Kyoko, the beautiful and mysterious new apartment manager; Yusaku, the exam-addled college student; Mrs. Ichinose, the drunken gossip; Kentaro, her bratty son; Akemi, the boozy bar hostess who runs around the house in flimsy lingerie; and the mooching and peeping Mr. Yotsuya. Volume 6 contains the "Lost Episode ? Yusaku's Island." Grandma Godai comes for an extended visit and manages to meddle in Yusaku's love life at every turn. Before she leaves, Grandma brokers a dream date with Kyoko for her wishy-washy grandson Yusaku, but the night doesn't turn out exactly as she planned. Softcover, 5 1/8-in. x 7 3/16-in., 232 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

2nd Edition - Volume 7 - 1st printing. "Intensive Care!" Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. Finally, Mr. Ichinose makes an appearance in the series. A shouting match over a sweater from Kozue sends Kyoko ? and Yusaku ? over the edge. Yusaku ends up in the hospital and has two unexpected visitors. His cute cousin comes to nurse him and Kyoko's other suitor, Mitaka, ends up being his roommate. Yusaku's problems aren't over when he's discharged ? he has to deal with Kyoko and his school absences. Softcover, 5 1/8-in. x 7 3/16-in., 240 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

2nd Edition - Volume 8 - 1st printing. "Domestic Dispute!" Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. From Rumiko Takahashi, the beloved creator of InuYasha and Ranma 1/2, comes this romantic (sort of) comedy Maison Ikkoku, presented in a new edition in its original episodic order! Yusaku's eavesdropping causes him to misunderstand Kyoko's words ? again. This time, it's during Kyoko's visit to her former husband's graveside. A new wide-eyed tenant, Nozomu Nikaido, moves into room No. 2 and quickly causes trouble for the other Maison Ikkoku residents, especially Yusaku in his pursuit of Kyoko. Softcover, 5 1/8-in. x 7 3/16-in., 248 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.