Gekko Hayashi – Artbook: "Blooming Men ~ The Joy of Boys’ Love" This artbook features the exquisite illustrations of Ritsuko Hayashi (pen name of Gōto Ishihara), celebrating the beauty and emotions of Boys’ Love (BL) themes. Titled "Blooming Men ~ The Joy of Boys’ Love", it showcases a variety of original artworks capturing romantic, tender, and expressive moments between male characters. About the Artist: Gōto Ishihara debuted as an illustrator in 1954 with Shōsetsu Club, focusing on illustrations for popular fiction magazines. From 1957 onward, he contributed extensively to boys’ and girls’ magazines, producing illustrations of monsters, mysteries, science fiction, supernatural phenomena, and ghosts, establishing a distinctive era in Japanese illustration. He later expanded his work to gekiga (adult comics) and newspaper novels. From the mid-1970s, under the pen name Ritsuko Hayashi, he focused on illustrations for gay and SM magazines, demonstrating his versatility and creativity in adult-themed publications. A must-have for fans of BL art and collectors of Japanese illustration books, this volume highlights the unique artistic style of Hayashi/Ishihara, combining delicate line work with vibrant, emotive compositions. Although not an old book, this artbook is surprisingly rare and hard to find even in Japan. Condition: Used, but in relatively good condition. There are no issues at all with viewing or enjoying the artbook. Book Size: 22 cm × 15 cm × 2.5 cm Attention: If the winning bid results in a loss on our side, we may be unable to ship the item and will contact you regarding a possible transaction cancellation. Please take a good look at the photos to confirm the condition of the item. We kindly ask you to place a bid only if you are happy with what you see. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept returns or refunds for reasons such as a change of mind or if the item does not meet personal expectations. Depending on your country of residence, additional duties and import taxes may apply. Please check your country's laws regarding import duties or taxes. We are not responsible for any costs incurred during importation into the buyer’s country. If the winning bidder decides to cancel, all shipping costs and return import taxes will be the responsibility of the winning bidder.