Ossan Idol! Vol 2

DigitalDec 30, 2020$7.99

ISBN-139781427868589ISBN-101427868581

Miroku Osaki is 36 years old, unemployed, and unhappy. Having been bullied in his childhood and even into his adult life, he became a shut-in after being unfairly laid off. For a long time, the only thing that brought him joy was online gaming. Then, he tried the popular "Let's Try Dancing!" karaoke style. It was addicting... and transformative! Inspired by his new hobby, Miroku decides to turn his life around. He begins singing karaoke and going to the gym, where he meets Yoichi, the director of an entertainment company who encourages Miroku to pursue his dreams. Miroku only wanted to be good at the game he loves, but when he accidentally uploads a clip of himself singing and dancing, it goes viral! Can he really become an idol, even at his age? Suddenly, it doesn't seem so impossible!

PhysicalpaperbackMar 9, 2021$12.99

ISBN-139781427866875ISBN-101427866872

With the help of producer extraordinaire Kamo Lavender, three (almost) middle-aged men are about to take Japan by storm as a group of Ossan Idols! When Miroku (age 36) accidentally uploaded a video of himself singing and dancing, it quickly went viral. Inspired by his talent and immediate popularity, his friends Yoichi (age 40) and Shiju (age 40) teamed up with him to perform in a competition, where they were discovered by the famous producer himself. Now, the three suddenly have their own radio show, song lyrics, devoted fans, and a debut live performance in a prominent shopping district. Things are really starting to heat up for the unlikely idol group!