The voice actor/scriptwriter/director, Asanuma Shintaro released his first photobook “POPCORN” in nationwide and online bookstores, on Jan. 10, 2020. The photobook which was reprinted twice before its release has already sold over 30,000 copies.
Aasanuma is known for his work as a voice actor in works such as; “ZEGAPAIN” (Sogoru Kyo), “Ensemble Stars!” (Tsukinaga Leo), and “Hypnosis Mic” (Aohitsugi Samatoki). He is also active as a scriptwriter, a director, and a copywriter.
The title “POPCORN” was chosen by Asanuma Shintaro himself, with a motif of films, which are his backbone. The main theme is “What if I was taken photos by a film director I respect”.
The book also includes interviews of each photo session, giving a glimpse of his thoughts and feelings.
“Asanuma Shintaro 1st Photobook: POPCORN” is priced at 3,000JPY (tax excluded) and sold at nationwide and online bookstores.
The limited version at Animate has a special book cover of Asanuma Shintaro watching a film in the theater, and is a must-buy for the fans.
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