The Japanese special edition of A Certain Scientific Railgun Volume 21 is reported to include a newly recorded drama CD, a booklet and a three-sided storage case. The final volume is scheduled to release in Japan on October 27, 2026. Pre-order timing is unclear: a June report listed August 12 as the end of the order window, while an October 2 listing described pre-orders as open. Check the seller’s current product page before ordering.
What comes with the Japanese special edition?
The June 26, 2026 release report says the special edition includes three extras alongside the manga volume:
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- A newly recorded drama CD
- A special booklet
- A custom three-sided storage case
The report also describes a retailer-exclusive premium bundle pairing the special edition with Diorama Set Vol. 2, an acrylic display set featuring Uiharu Kazari, Saten Ruiko, Mikoto Misaka and Shirai Kuroko. That bundle is distinct from the standard special-edition package; confirm its contents and availability on the seller’s listing. Noisy Pixel’s release report
How do the editions and reported prices compare?
| Edition | Reported Japanese price | Contents reported |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | ¥968 | Volume 21; the report does not list special-edition extras for this edition. |
| Special | ¥6,380 | Volume 21, newly recorded drama CD, special booklet and three-sided storage case. |
These are prices cited in the June 26 release report, not verified current retailer prices. The special edition is ¥5,412 more than the standard edition, roughly 6.6 times its reported price. Source: Noisy Pixel, June 26, 2026
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Are pre-orders open now?
The available reports give conflicting timing. Noisy Pixel’s June 26 article stated a preorder window of June 26 through August 12, 2026. An October 2 syndication listing later said pre-orders had opened in Japan, but did not explain the earlier closing date. The reports do not establish whether a retailer reopened orders, a new seller listed the book, or the later listing misstated availability. Check the live seller page for an active order option, exact edition, seller and shipping destination before paying. June 26 release report; October 2 listing
When does Volume 21 release?
Volume 21 is identified as the final manga volume and is scheduled for release in Japan on October 27, 2026, according to the June release report. This is the reported Japanese release date; the cited coverage does not establish a separate release date or availability for other markets. Noisy Pixel’s release report
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What about the cover?
The coverage used for the reported release details does not establish a cover image or provide a primary Kadokawa product page for checking it. Do not treat a retailer thumbnail or an unverified image as confirmed cover art; look for an image attached to the seller’s exact Volume 21 listing.
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- DX version includes two bodies, including an original swimsuit
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- Color-sorted molds and pre-painted parts
- Includes an iron sand sword, five hand parts, five swimsuit hand parts, electric shock effects, and display pedestal
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