Manga With Josh

Manga With Josh

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  • Episode 7 - Sun-Ken Rock

    In this episode, Josh breaks down Sun-Ken Rock, the gritty and underrated seinen manga created by Boichi, best known for Dr. Stone. Running from 2006–2016 with 25 volumes, this series mixes crime, action, dark comedy, and intense character development that sets it apart from today’s formulaic manga trends.

    Josh covers:

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode

    • Who Boichi is and how Sun-Ken Rock became his breakout work

    • Why this manga stands apart from modern “system” and isekai trends

    • Ken’s journey from a Japanese delinquent to a South Korean gang leader

    • Key story arcs involving gangs, crime, romance, and revenge

    • Why Sun-Ken Rock deserves an anime, even if it may never happen

    • How the series blends over-the-top fights with serious themes

    • A look at Boichi’s unique art style and why fans of Dr. Stone will appreciate this series

    Manga Details

    • Title: Sun-Ken Rock (Sun-Ken Rock / サンケンロック)

    • Author/Artist: Boichi

    • Genre: Seinen, Action, Crime, Drama

    • Publication: 2006–2016

    • Volumes: 25

    About This Episode

    Josh shares his personal experience discovering Sun-Ken Rock back in 2009 and why it still stands out today. From mafia-style suits and wild fight scenes to shocking twists and emotional moments, this episode dives into what makes the series unforgettable.

    Mentioned in This Episode

    • Dr. Stone

    • Wallman

    • Boichi’s Dragon spinoff

    • Classic mafia influences such as The Godfather, The Sopranos, and Mob Land

    Connect with Josh

    If you enjoy this episode, check out Josh’s other shows and writing:

    • The Books By Josh Audio Immersion

    • Tech With Josh (T-E-K With Josh)

    • Books by Joshua A. Rodriguez, available wherever books are sold:

    • Private Eye: The First Adventure of Jason Streak by Joshua A. Rodriguez

    • Still Here Somehow: Poems From a Dark Place by Joshua A. Rodriguez

    • THE TWELVE STEPS TO WEALTH: FROM BUDGETING TO FINANCIAL FREEDOM AND BEYOND by Joshua A. Rodriguez

    9 min
  • Episode 6 - History’s Strongest Disciple Kenichi
    In this episode of Manga With Josh, I go over one of my favorite martial arts manga, HSDK. I’ve read this series multiple times because of the fights, the story, and the comedy. The anime was never finished, but this is a great read or watch for those who have never heard of it.
    4 min
  • Episode 5 - The Legendary Moonlight Sculptor
    In this episode of Manga with Josh, I discuss what I consider the OG of Korean Manhwa, The Legendary Moonlight Sculptor. This is one of my favorite works, and I loved it so much that I started reading the web novel. If you like the adventure genre, definitely take a look at this one.
    7 min
  • Episode 4 - April’s Pickups
    In this episode of Manga With Josh, we go over some new pickups from April 2024. There are nine new pickups and surprisingly there isn’t a single Manga, but there is some good stuff here. At the end of the episode I even tell you which two I recommend the most.
    12 min
  • Episode 3 - Early December pickups
    In this episode of Manga with Josh, I go over recent finds as of early December. In this recent find episode, most of the finds are action/battle but with a couple of curveballs thrown in. So sit back and enjoy this episode of Manga with Josh.
    14 min

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Welcome to Manga With Josh, the show where manga obsession isn’t just accepted — it’s celebrated. Join Josh each episode as he explores standout series, unforgettable arcs, wild…