Manga and anime fans likely know Tsutomi Nihei best as the creator of titles like BLAME! and Knights of Sidonia. In his new series Tower Dungeon, he’s taking the action back in time. Volume 1 of this new Kodansha release introduces a dark fantasy world full of dragons, …Read more »
Several new titles have joined Shonen Jump in extremely recently memory, to the point that Otr of the Flame has had time to make itself at home. Capping off the wave that started with Harukaze Mound, Kaedegami, and Ekiden Bros is Ping-Pong Peril. And if you’ve ever …Read more »
The latest addition to the Weekly Shonen Jump catalogue is Ekiden Bros: a fresh new sports manga from Daiki Nono. This time, the sport in question is running—with the series taking its title from long-distance relay races known as ekiden. As with many sports series, it stars a …Read more »
Weekly Shonen Jump continues its manga shuffle, with many series coming to a close and many more series kicking off. Today, we’re taking a look at the new paranormal adventure Kaedegami, from Jun Harukawa. What happens when a demon raises a human boy? What does she really want …Read more »
IDW is doing their part to release as many unhinged Godzilla comics as possible. The King of the Monsters has met everyone from founding fathers to Australian skater punks. And in Tom Scioli’s Godzilla’s Monsterpiece Theatre, he’s facing off against the finest characters the public domain …Read more »
In 2019, Aya Shouoto brought The Demon Prince of Momochi House to an end. But the story isn’t over! A sequel series kicked off in 2023 and is still running. And next month, Viz kicks off the new series as part of its shoujo collection. Read on to …Read more »
Fans of time travel antics, aliens, and mecha will want to get in on the ground floor for Cosmic Censorship. The first volume of Ryu-Ichi Sadamatsu’s sci-fi series is getting an English release from Titan Manga. Join us as we dive into the temporal anomalies and …Read more »
As we get closer and closer to the Disney Twisted-Wonderland anime adaptation, the manga continues to unfold. Next month, the “Book of Octavinelle” gets an English translation courtesy of Viz Manga. That means new dorms, new students, and a new protagonist leading the story! What happens …Read more »
Thanks to the deal between Marvel and Viz Manga, English-speaking fans can enjoy a wealth of manga inspired by our favorite superheroes. One of the latest series to join the catalogue is Spider-Man: Kizuna: a kid-friendly new series that combines one of Marvel’s most enduring heroes …Read more »
Thanks to the film comics of Studio Ghibli‘s classic films, fans have many ways to enjoy their favorites. Whether a film is currently inaccessible or you just want to sit and enjoy the art, it’s a great addition to your library. And this summer, the Ponyo …Read more »
Stardust Family is an interesting and provocative manga, published as an omnibus so that the whole story is in one book. It takes place in a future Japan, and the country has responded to issues of its declining birth rate (which is a real thing …Read more »
If you’re a fan of Blade of the Immortal, then you’re already well aware of Hiroaki Samura’s compelling work. From his beautiful art to his deep storylines, he presents stunning historical drama. And Snegurochka of the Spring Breeze, while set far distant from Samura’s most famous work, …Read more »
Kindergarten Wars opens with an assassin being given a really cold-blooded assignment: killing a kindergartner because of who his parent is. But the assassin will kill whoever he’s told to kill, and killing a kid sounds easy enough. He goes to the kid’s kindergarten with …Read more »
Looking for a short and sweet BL read? Kodansha has something new for you next month! Youga Rayri’s one-shot Shout Loud, My Heart is getting an English-language release. What happens when members of rival bands find out it’s not just each other’s music they’re into? Read …Read more »
Looking for a Cinderella story with all the family drama and showbiz heartbreak of Oshi no Ko? Look no further than Roar: A Star in the Abyss! Kodansha releases volume 1 of the thriller next month, setting the stage for one girl’s revenge. But the first few …Read more »
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