tsubasa yamaguchi

Blue Period 4: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Artistic Growth

A Story of Passion and Struggle

"Blue Period" is a captivating manga that delves into the world of art and the transformative power of self-expression. Yatora, a popular high school student, finds himself unfulfilled by his seemingly effortless life, yearning for a deeper purpose. He stumbles upon a newfound passion for painting, igniting a desire to challenge himself and explore his true potential.

Facing Challenges and Embracing Growth

In "Blue Period 4," Yatora's artistic journey takes an exciting turn. He expands his skillset, experimenting with new materials and techniques, pushing the boundaries of his creativity. However, with the first exam looming, a sense of doubt creeps in. Ooba-sensei, Yatora's mentor, challenges him to discover the unique edge that sets his work apart from the rest.

A Deeper Dive into Self-Doubt and Resilience

This volume dives deeper into the emotional turmoil of an artist. Yatora grapples with self-doubt, questioning his abilities and fearing failure. But amidst the uncertainty, Yatora’s unwavering passion and resilience shine through. He learns to embrace the challenges, recognizing that growth often stems from facing our fears and pushing ourselves beyond our comfort zones.

An Engaging and Inspiring Read

"Blue Period 4" is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt the pull of creativity, the sting of self-doubt, or the thrill of pursuing a passion. Yatora's journey is both relatable and inspiring, reminding us that even the most talented artists face hurdles and that true success lies in embracing the process, learning from mistakes, and never giving up on our dreams.

<p>Blue Period 10 (English Edition)</p>

<p>Yatora studies hard and gets good grades, and he parties hard, staying out late drinking and watching soccer with his friends. He checks all the boxes he needs to be the perfect high school student. But it all starts to feel empty, and he begins to wonder what part of his life expresses who he is...or even if he has a unique voice at all. Then he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew. Compelled and consumed, he dives in headfirst--and he's about to learn how savage, unforgiving, and exhilirating creating art can be!</p>

<p>Blue Period 2</p>

<p>Winner of the 2020 Manga Taisho Grand Prize! A manga about the struggles and rewards of a life dedicated to art. Popular guy Yatora realizes he's just going through the motions to make other people happy and finds himself in a new passion: painting. But untethering yourself from all your past expectations is dangerous as well as thrilling...</p>

<p>COMPOSITION</p>

<p>Art has changed the course of Yatora's once dull life, and now he's aiming for Japan's most competitive art school. With entrance exams a year away, he'll need to expand his limited eye for art, and quickly. He turns to new peers and the masters to envision pieces only he can produce, and soon dives into his first competition--the same one where his Art Club role model nearly scored last place. Among geniuses and lifelong art kids, does Yatora even stand a chance...?</p>

<p>Blue Period 14</p>

<p>Winner of the 2020 Manga Taisho Grand Prize! A manga about the struggles and rewards of a life dedicated to art. Popular guy Yatora realizes he's just going through the motions to make other people happy and finds himself in a new passion: painting. But untethering yourself from all your past expectations is dangerous as well as thrilling...</p>

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<p>Yatora studies hard and gets good grades, and he parties hard, staying out late drinking and watching soccer with his friends. He checks all the boxes he needs to be the perfect high school student. But it all starts to feel empty, and he begins to wonder what part of his life expresses who he is...or even if he has a unique voice at all. Then he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew. Compelled and consumed, he dives in headfirst--and he's about to learn how savage, unforgiving, and exhilirating creating art can be!</p>

<p text-align:justify""="">Blue Period 5</p>

<p text-align:justify""="">Winner of the 2020 Manga Taisho Grand Prize! A manga about the struggles and rewards of a life dedicated to art. Popular guy Yatora realizes he's just going through the motions to make other people happy and finds himself in a new passion: painting. But untethering yourself from all your past expectations is dangerous as well as thrilling...</p>

<p text-align:justify""="">Yatora studies hard and gets good grades, and he parties hard, staying out late drinking and watching soccer with his friends. He checks all the boxes he needs to be the perfect high school student. But it all starts to feel empty, and he begins to wonder what part of his life expresses who he is...or even if he has a unique voice at all. Then he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew. Compelled and consumed, he dives in headfirst--and he's about to learn how savage, unforgiving, and exhilirating creating art can be!</p>

<p>Blue Period 9 (English Edition)</p>

<p>Yatora studies hard and gets good grades, and he parties hard, staying out late drinking and watching soccer with his friends. He checks all the boxes he needs to be the perfect high school student. But it all starts to feel empty, and he begins to wonder what part of his life expresses who he is... or even if he has a unique voice at all. Then he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew. Compelled and consumed, he dives in headfirst-and he's about to learn how savage, unforgiving, and exhilirating creating art can be!</p>

<p>Blue Period 12 (English Edition)</p>

<p>Yatora studies hard and gets good grades, and he parties hard, staying out late drinking and watching soccer with his friends. He checks all the boxes he needs to be the perfect high school student. But it all starts to feel empty, and he begins to wonder what part of his life expresses who he is... or even if he has a unique voice at all. Then he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew. Compelled and consumed, he dives in headfirst-and he's about to learn how savage, unforgiving, and exhilirating creating art can be!</p>

<p>Blue Period 7</p>

<p>Winner of the 2020 Manga Taisho Grand Prize! A manga about the struggles and rewards of a life dedicated to art. Popular guy Yatora realizes he's just going through the motions to make other people happy and finds himself in a new passion: painting. But untethering yourself from all your past expectations is dangerous as well as thrilling...</p>

<p>FIRST TRY</p>

<p>Tokyo University of the Arts is now Yatora’s campus, where each new encounter with colleagues, professors, and assignments challenges everything he’s ever known! Self-doubt and life’s hardships still lurk around every corner, but running into an old friend may just turn things around.</p>

<p>Blue Period 6</p>

<p>Winner of the 2020 Manga Taisho Grand Prize! A manga about the struggles and rewards of a life dedicated to art. Popular guy Yatora realizes he's just going through the motions to make other people happy and finds himself in a new passion: painting. But untethering yourself from all your past expectations is dangerous as well as thrilling...</p>

<p>SECOND EXAM</p>

<p>A surprising setback before the second exam shakes Yatora up, but after everything he’s been through, he must persevere. This time, the subject turns out to be something both new and familiar... But does an average guy like Yatora stand a chance against the geniuses and prodigies vying for a spot in the nation’s most competitive art school?</p>

<p>Blue Period 3</p>

<p>Winner of the 2020 Manga Taisho Grand Prize! A manga about the struggles and rewards of a life dedicated to art. Popular guy Yatora realizes he's just going through the motions to make other people happy and finds himself in a new passion: painting. But untethering yourself from all your past expectations is dangerous as well as thrilling...</p>

<p>ADAPTATION</p>

<p>Relief is short-lived for Yatora after his first competition, where his piece ranks higher than expected but is far from his dream school’s standards. He’s prepared to give Ooba-sensei’s challenges everything he’s got…but what if all he’s got is still not enough? With 100 days until university exams, Yatora must toil to produce a piece only he can.</p>

<p>Blue Period 11 (English Edition)</p>

<p>Yatora studies hard and gets good grades, and he parties hard, staying out late drinking and watching soccer with his friends. He checks all the boxes he needs to be the perfect high school student. But it all starts to feel empty, and he begins to wonder what part of his life expresses who he is... or even if he has a unique voice at all. Then he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew. Compelled and consumed, he dives in headfirst-and he's about to learn how savage, unforgiving, and exhilirating creating art can be!</p>

<p>Blue Period 8 (English Edition)</p>

<p>Yatora studies hard and gets good grades, and he parties hard, staying out late drinking and watching soccer with his friends. He checks all the boxes he needs to be the perfect high school student. But it all starts to feel empty, and he begins to wonder what part of his life expresses who he is... or even if he has a unique voice at all. Then he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew. Compelled and consumed, he dives in headfirsthe's about to learn how savage, unforgiving, and exhilirating creating art can be!</p>

<p>Blue Period 13 (English Edition)</p>

<p>Yatora studies hard and gets good grades, and he parties hard, staying out late drinking and watching soccer with his friends. He checks all the boxes he needs to be the perfect high school student. But it all starts to feel empty, and he begins to wonder what part of his life expresses who he is... or even if he has a unique voice at all. Then he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew. Compelled and consumed, he dives in headfirst-and he's about to learn how savage, unforgiving, and exhilirating creating art can be!</p>

<p>Blue Period 1 (English Edition)</p>

<p>A manga about the struggles and rewards of a life dedicated to art. Popular guy Yatora realizes he's just going through the motions to make other people happy and finds himself in a new passion: painting. But untethering yourself from all your past expectations is dangerous as well as thrilling...</p>

<p>2020 Manga Taisho Grand Prize Winner

YALSA Great Graphic Novels for Teens selection

Texas Library Association Maverick Graphic Novels Reading List unanimous selection</p>

<p>STILL LIFE</p>

<p>Yatora is the perfect high school student, with good grades and lots of friends. It's an effortless performance, and, ultimately... a dull one. But he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew. Compelled and consumed, he dives in headfirst--and he's about to learn how savage and unforgiving art can be...</p>

<p>ブルーピリオド 実写映画化記念特装版 - Blue Period 1 (Special Edition)</p>

<p>ブルーピリオド実写映画化記念!『ポストカード』(5種)、『フィルム風しおり』(2種)、『チェキ風カード』(3種)付きの豪華特装版!</p>

<p>+ 単行本の内容は通常版と同じです。</p>

<p>成績優秀かつスクールカースト上位の充実した毎日を送りつつ、どこか空虚な焦燥感を感じて生きる高校生・矢口八虎(やぐち やとら)は、ある日、一枚の絵に心奪われる。その衝撃は八虎を駆り立て、美しくも厳しい美術の世界へ身を投じていく。</p>

<p>累計700万部超えの美術系青春物語!</p>