noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
forthcoming publication; to be published soon; coming soon
Used for books, magazines, or other publications that are scheduled to be released in the near future. Often seen in catalogs, advertisements, or bibliographic notes.
近刊の小説を予約した。
I pre-ordered the forthcoming novel.
近刊案
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
recent publication
Refers to a book or periodical that has been published recently. Less common than the 'forthcoming' sense, but used in bibliographic contexts.
近刊の学術書を図書館で見つけた。
I found a recently published academic book at the library.
The books listed in the forthcoming publications guide will be released next month.
Compound of 近 (きん, 'near, recent') and 刊 (かん, 'publish, print'). The meaning follows directly from the kanji components.