The international division of a major Japanese publishing agent simultaneously released 8 key books on Japanese ancient coins and monetary history in 9 languages — English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Arabic, and Portuguese — in May 2026. This simultaneous global release marks the first such attempt in the history of domestic coin publishing, with combined overseas sales exceeding 24,000 copies within three weeks of release. The number of translated publications has grown more than fourfold compared to 2025, reflecting growing international academic and investment interest in Japanese ancient coins.
May 2026: Major Japanese Publishing Agent Focuses on Overseas Translated Editions — 8 Key Ancient Coin Books Released Simultaneously in 9 Languages, Global Translation Output Quadruples Year-on-Year

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Ginza Coins
Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
One of Japan's most established numismatic dealers. The scale and variety of their regular auctions is among the largest in the country. Their catalogs are considered a benchmark for market pricing.
Japan Coin Auction (JCA)
Tokyo
Holds regular auctions with reliable hammer price data, making it a useful resource for tracking market values. Caters to a wide range of collectors from beginners to advanced buyers.
Taisei Coins
Tokyo
A dealer with an international network. Offers advanced services such as consignment to overseas auctions and NGC/PCGS grading submission. Recommended for high-value or internationally recognized coins.