Tankoubon什麼意思

"Tankoubon" is a Japanese word that refers to a book or a collection of manga (Japanese comics) that is bound with a paper cover, similar to a paperback book. It is a term commonly used in the context of manga, where a volume of a manga series is published as a tankoubon after it has been serialized in a magazine.

The word "tankoubon" is composed of two kanji characters: "単" (tan), which means "single" or "alone," and "本" (bon), which means "book." Together, they literally mean "single book." This term is used to distinguish these volumes from the original serialized chapters that may have been published in weekly or monthly manga magazines.

When a manga series is completed, the individual chapters are often collected and reprinted in tankoubon format for easier collection and reading. Each tankoubon volume typically contains several chapters and is released with its own ISBN number. Collecting tankoubon volumes is a popular way for fans to enjoy their favorite manga series, as they offer a more permanent and portable form than the original magazine serializations.

The term "tankoubon" is also used more broadly to refer to any book or publication that is bound with a paper cover, not just manga volumes. However, in the context of manga and anime fandom, it is most commonly associated with manga collections.