# Malformed Child ★ Noboru Yoshimi's Masterpiece ★ Akebono Publishing ★ Lending Comic ★ Search: Hibari Shobou, Girl's Thriller, Horror, Kaidan, Shinji Ikegawa, Shigeru Sugashima

**Current Price:** ¥300,000 (~$1960.78 USD)

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- Commission: ¥300,000 → $15.00 base + $240.00 = $255.00 USD
- JP Seller Fee: $15.00 USD
- Estimated Total: \~¥341,310 JPY (\~$2230.78 USD)
- (Exchange rate approximation; international shipping not included)

## Collector Summary

- The "Malformed Child" by Yasumi Hara exemplifies early horror-themed lending comics from Japan, a niche beloved for its unsettling narratives and striking visual style.
- Released during the 1970s when the lending comic format was at its peak, this piece holds particular appeal for collectors of retro Japanese horror and kaidan stories.
- Although it exhibits signs of wear, its average condition is not unusual for items of this age; repair work may be viewed as a consideration rather than a detractor in this context.
- Given Akebono Publishing's limited runs and the specific genre focus, this comic represents a rare opportunity within the Japanese horror manga market.

## Description

One of the high-priced and acclaimed works among horror-themed lending comics. Finished as a lending library edition. Vinyl cover attached. There are color copy repairs on pages 21 and 22 (see images 6 and 7). There is some wear, but the condition is average. There are no missing pages, cuts, or defects. Shipping will be covered by us via Yu-Pack. If you are a new ID or have a lot of negative feedback, we may cancel your bid. We ship only on weekdays, not on Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays.

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## Tags

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