“Gintama” is an anime based on the hugely popular manga by Hideaki Sorachi, serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump, which has sold over 73 million copies worldwide, including digital editions. Set in a fictional Edo ruled by aliens known as “Amanto,” the story follows the reckless, sweet-toothed samurai Sakata Gintoki as he solves various cases at his general store alongside his friends, Shinpachi and Kagura. Packed with hilarious gags, spectacular action, and human warmth and bonds, it has been adapted into a television and theatrical anime series, as well as a live-action film.
The TV anime series “Gintama: The New Movie – Yoshiwara Enjo,” based on the spin-off novel by Tomohito Osaki, began airing in October 2025. A completely new animated film adaptation of the “Yoshiwara Enjo Arc” arc, “Gintama: The New Movie – Yoshiwara Enjo,” is scheduled for release in theaters on February 13, 2026.
The newly released “Gintama Character Remix: Sakata Gintoki” features carefully selected and reorganized episodes from all 704 chapters of “Gintama.” The book spans 628 pages and includes an afterword, original illustrations by author Hideaki Sorachi, and a double-sided pinup at the beginning.
The book is divided into three chapters, allowing readers to appreciate the essence of Sakata Gintoki’s charm fully. Chapter 1, “Sakata Gintoki’s Nakedness,” features a carefully selected collection of humorous episodes about Sakata Gintoki. Enjoy the free-spirited, carefree life of Sakata Gintoki. Chapter 2, “Sakata Gintoki’s Way,” follows Gintoki as he protects his friends, focusing on episodes of his interactions with the Yorozuya, the Shinsengumi, and the people of Kabukicho. Chapter 3, “Sakata Gintoki’s Journey,” includes carefully selected episodes that follow Gintoki as he wanders the battlefield and is reborn as Sakata Gintoki of the Yorozuya, focusing on his encounters and partings with his mentor, Shoyo, and his friends at Shoka Sonjuku. This book is available for purchase at bookstores nationwide.
The digital version is scheduled to be available at various online bookstores on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Bibliographic information “Gintama Character Remix Sakata Gintoki” Author: Sorachi Hideaki Release date: Thursday, December 4th Price: 1,540 yen (including 10% tax) Format: Shinsho softcover Number of pages: 628 pages ISBN: 978-4-08-884828-0
