The full release of Recycled Brain Part Two marks a significant milestone for engineer and author Takahiro Yonemura, Ph.D., representing his seventieth published title in a career that consistently merges scientific inquiry with artistic expression. Following its global pre-order debut after the San Diego Comic-Con Spotlight, this latest installment continues the series' exploration of memory, technology, and the human condition through sophisticated visual storytelling developed in collaboration with Japanese manga artists.
The Recycled Brain saga originated as a meditation on memory and technological advancement but has evolved into a cross-cultural dialogue between Japan and the United States. Part Two expands upon the philosophical foundation established in the first volume while deepening the visual narrative through Yonemura's ongoing partnership with manga illustrators. The timing of this release coincides with new creative initiatives in Japan, reinforcing the author's conviction that scientific progress and imaginative storytelling can advance in tandem rather than in opposition.
Yonemura describes his creative process as a conversation between emotional depth and logical structure, noting his daily engagement with artificial intelligence while maintaining traditional approaches to storytelling. His earlier English-language publication, Beast Code (2022), established his presence in the U.S. market, and the first Recycled Brain volume received positive recognition from U.S. Review of Books for its balanced treatment of technological themes and human experience. These works collectively represent a growing body of science-inspired fiction that transcends cultural boundaries.
Recycled Brain Part Two becomes available January 25, 2026, through the EigoMANGA imprint as a 172-page graphic novel in the manga/science fiction category. The book carries ISBN-13: 979-8218641870 and retails for $19.95, with availability through major booksellers including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.org. The publication features return options through distributors Ingram and Baker & Taylor, ensuring broad accessibility for international readers interested in works that bridge scientific inquiry and artistic expression.
