This chart of the ICv2 “Top 10 Shonen Properties” reflects sales in all channels for Q1 2009. The “Top 10” chart is based on interviews with retailers, distributors, and manufacturers.
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Top 10 Shonen Properties Q1 2009
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Rank
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Title
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Publisher
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1
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Naruto
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Viz Media
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2
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Bleach
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Viz Media
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3
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Death Note
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Viz Media
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4
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Rosario & Vampire
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Viz Media
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5
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Chibi Vampire
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Tokyopop
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6
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Tsubasa
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Del Rey
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7
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Negima
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Del Rey
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8
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D. Grayman
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Viz Media
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9
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One Piece
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Viz Media
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10
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The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya
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Yen Press
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Note: Includes all channels |
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For more information on the graphic novel market for Q1 2009, see "
Graphic Novel Sales Up in 2008."
For more information on the release of the
ICv2 Insider's Guide #65, and information on how to get the
ICv2 Insider's Guide, see "
ICv2 Releases 'ICv2 Insider's Guide' #65."
