Hitoshi Iwaaki Books

"Shinichi Izumi might seem like an ordinary high school boy, but he harbors a deadly secret--an alien parasite has taken him as its host. After failing to subsume him completely, the parasite was forced to settle in his right arm, and a strange partnership was born. With threats around every corner--parasite and human alike--they must learn to work together or perish. But this parasite is ruthless, deadly, and utterly indifferent to human suffering...and it seems to have an influence on Shinichi that's more than skin deep. As Shinichi fights for control of his body, can he also hold on to his humanity?"--Publisher

This sci-fi horror manga classic is back in a fully colorized, premium-quality hardcover edition! Whether you're a newcomer or a long-time fan, this is the perfect way to experience the gripping tale of Shinichi and the alien parasite infesting his right arm. These creatures invade human hosts, consuming them and taking control to survive. Once infected, hosts can be grotesquely transformed, with bodies morphing into terrifying forms—sharp teeth, bat-like wings, and more—while maintaining ordinary human appearances. The secret of their existence lies with Shinichi, an ordinary high school student who has managed to resist the infestation. He must find a way to warn humanity about the impending horrors. For over 30 years, this unique buddy story set against a backdrop of monstrous threats has captivated readers. Since its debut in 1988, it has inspired live-action films, spinoffs, and a popular anime series. The Full Color Collection showcases Hitoshi Iwaaki's original work in hardcover for the first time, featuring each page meticulously colorized and a revised translation for 2022. Now is the perfect time to dive into this chilling narrative!

ALIEN NATION Aliens parasites have invaded Earth and taken over the minds of ordinary people. Shin has been infected with a parasite, but he still can think and act for himself. Now he’s been approached by two mysterious victims of the invasion: Tamiya, a beautiful schoolteacher, and Shimada, another student. What do the aliens want with humanity...and with Shin?

PERSONAL DEMON Shin looks like an ordinary high school boy, but he has a terrible secret: an alien parasite has infected his body. This mysterious creature is ruthless, deadly, and utterly indifferent to human suffering...and it is beginning to assert itself over Shin. As Shin fights for control of his body, can he also hold on to his humanity?

SILENT INVASION They arrive in silence and darkness. They descend from the skies. They have a hunger for human flesh. They are everywhere. They are parasites, alien creatures who must invade—and take control of—a human host to survive. And once they have infected their victims, they can assume any deadly form they choose: monsters with giant teeth, winged demons, creatures with blades for hands. But most have chosen to conceal their lethal purpose behind ordinary human faces. So no one knows their secret—except an ordinary high school student. Shin is battling for control of his own body against an alien parasite, but can he find a way to warn humanity of the horrors to come?

MONSTER Shinichi was just an ordinary high school student, until his body was invaded by a parasite, a horrifying alien being. Now Shinichi is a monster with a human face...and a human conscience. He is unlike anything else in the world—part man, part alien, and caught in a desperate struggle to save his own soul.

The classic sci-fi horror manga "Parasyte" returns in a premium full-color hardcover edition, featuring updated translation and lettering. This final volume follows Shinichi as he confronts deadly parasites while navigating trust with Migi. Celebrated for over 30 years, it culminates in a gripping conclusion to their epic journey.