Ikebukuro West Gate Park
- 池袋ウエストゲートパーク
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Synopsis
Based on the phenomenally popular live action Japanese television series Ikebukuro West Gate Park is a very hip and urban drama that takes place in Tokyo's trendy district of Ikebukuro. The story focuses around the 21 year old Makoto, a cool and level headed member of the G-boys gang. Makoto, talented with diffusing tense situations and keeping his friends out of harm's way possibly stumbles into more than he can handle. Is Makoto really in over his head? His new girlfriend's just been found murdered and a turf war is escalating between two rival gangs. (Source: DMP)
Publication notes
Ikebukuro West Gate Park was published in English by Digital Manga Publishing from September 28, 2004 to September 6, 2006.
Published
Jul 2001 to Nov 25, 2004
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- #10465
- Members (MAL)
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Main characters
Makoto Majima80 fan favoritesExternal profileA 20 year old punk, Makoto loves to cut loose and pick up chicks. He is very charismatic, and is frequently approached by people who need help in desperate situations. Makoto has a vengeful side, which is seen after his girlfriend, Rika, was brutally murdered by an unknown assailant. Makoto also has school ties with the leader of the local gang, G Boys, and can call on him for help if he truly needs it. Raised in a single parent household, Makoto's mother runs a local fruit shop, and frequently uses and abuses him to watch the store. (Source: Wikipedia)
Takashi Andou47 fan favoritesExternal profileAn old school-mate of Makoto's, Takashi is the leader of the G Boys, a local gang. He frequently comes off as goofy or playful, but that hides his true personality as a ruthless leader who will do anything to meet his own needs. He frequently comes to Makoto's aid whenever it is needed, but will not hesitate to ask for favors in return. (Source: Wikipedia)
