Author(s): Hideaki Sorachi (Illustrator)

Graphic Novels - Adult & YA

The samurai didn't stand a chance. First, the aliens invaded Japan. Next, they took all the jobs. And then they confiscated everyone's swords. So what does a hotheaded former samurai like Sakata "Gin" Gintoki do to make ends meet? Take any odd job that comes his way, even if it means losing his dignity.

Gin's "to do" list for this volume:1. Stock up on paper napkins and stain remover.2. Think of a good excuse not to buy Hasegawa a new shirt.3. Find out who swiped my strawberry milk from the fridge. 4. Get tickets to the game at Edo Dome.5. Tell Shinpachi, Kondo and Matsudaira they're buying if they want me to go for drinks with them.

The samurai didn't stand a chance. First, the aliens invaded Japan. Next, they took all the jobs. And then they confiscated everyone's swords. So what does a hotheaded former samurai like Sakata "Gin" Gintoki do to make ends meet? Take any odd job that comes his way, even if it means losing his dignity...