With the series set to debut shortly, the Japanese release for Silver Spoon has had some of its first details slide out. The new series is based off of the manga by Hiromu Arakawa of Fullmetal Alchemist fame and the first volume solicitation plans have arrived, the details on what will be included on the disc and as first press extras have yet to be revealed. The first volume will debut on September 18th, 2013 in Japan where the LE Blu-ray will be priced at 4,200 yen and the LE DVD will be priced at 3,150 yen. The regular edition DVD will be priced at 2,100 yen.
Plot Concept: Yugo Hachiken dreams of life separated from his family, so he takes the initiative by enrolling in an agriculture school. He thinks, with his talent in studying, no problems will arise no matter what kind of school he attends. He is proven wrong very quickly. Raised as a city boy, he is forced to uncover the inconvenient truth about agricultural life. Enjoy the story of Hachiken, as he tries to keep up with his new friends, farmers’ heirs, who are already accustomed to the harsh world of farming. With no clear goals or understanding of farming life, how will Hachiken survive this new, cruel reality? The story of a sweat, tear, and mud-stained youth begins!
[Source: Gin no Saji (Silver Spoon)]