VIZ Media is excited to welcome Yusei Matsui, creator of the action comedy ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM, to New York Comic Con from October 6th-9th! Matsui Sensei makes his first North American appearance at the East Coast’s largest pop culture event, and fans can catch him at a number of events:
- Check out “An Evening With Yusei Matsui” panel on Friday October 7th, 5:15PM! Matsui Sensei will delve into his work on ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM and talk about his inspirations and more! All attendees will get a special ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM memento!
- Matsui Sensei makes an encore panel appearance on Saturday October 8th, 1:45PM at the Official WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP Panel! Join the staff of WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP in welcoming Sensei to the show; all attendees will also get an ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM goodie!
- In conjunction with New York Comic Con, Matsui Sensei will make a signing appearances at Kinokuniya Books on Friday 10/7 in the evening, and another at Barnes & Noble Tribeca the following evening! These signings will be ticketed.
VIZ Media’s booth (#2036) will feature special items in the retail area to celebrate the visit!
- ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM Vol. 13 – available two months before its December street!
- A Vol. 1 and 2 bundle, for those interested in starting their ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM collection!
- Both items will come with an exclusive 4″ Koro Sensei button!
Full list of what’s going on has been provided below.
Yusei Matsui New York Comic Con 2016 Appearances:
VIZ Media Presents: An Evening with Yusei Matsui
Friday, October 7th, 5:15PM – 6:15PM
Room 1A06
Yusei Matsui, creator of the beloved ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM manga, is making his first North American appearance at NYCC, and will discuss his career and creative process behind his global hit! The journey from pen to panel and from manga to anime is no easy task. This special presentation by VIZ Media and FUNimation will explore the ins and outs to bringing the story of a pathetic class of misfits and their bizarre tentacled teacher to life! Fans attending this session will receive a special ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM collectible premium.
Official WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP Panel Featuring Yusei Matsui
Saturday, October 8th, 1:45PM – 2:45PM
Room 1A10
Hang out with the English language editors of the world’s most popular manga! We’ve got exciting news about the latest developments on new series, all-time fan favorites, and what we’re doing to bring you the world’s best manga! Yusei Matsui, creator of the global sensation ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM, will be making a special appearance. Fans attending this session will receive a special ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM collectible premium, The WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP staff also will have other amazing prizes up for grabs. Don’t miss it!
Yusei Matui Off-Site NYCC Presents Signing Sessions:
Yusei Matsui at Kinokuniya Book Store
Friday, October 7th, 8:30pm
1073 Avenue of the Americas, NY, NY 10018
Kinokuniya Bookstore New York partners with VIZ Media and New York Comic Con to welcome ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM author and artist Yusei Matsui for a special appearance at Kinokuniya Bookstore during New York Comic Con on October 7th. Special after-hours admission will be given to wristband holders. Customers must buy a volume from the ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM series on the day of the event to get a wristband that allows entry to the signing that evening (store opens at 10 am).
Yusei Matsui at Barnes & Noble Tribeca Book Store
Saturday, October 8th, 7:00pm
97 Warren St., NY, NY 10007
Please join VIZ Media as it welcomes Yusei Matsui for a special signing for ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM as part of NYCC Presents! This event will be limited to 100 customers only. Interested fans must purchase a volume of ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM at Barnes & Noble Tribeca location on the day of the event to attend. A wristband will be given upon purchase which will guarantee entry to the event. Only one book and one shikishi per person will be signed and personalized.
