Blog de Hoshigata

What is Manga? Beyond the Panels.

By Catwithbadmanners • June 28, 2025

What is Manga? Definition and Main Characteristics Manga is a term that encompasses a wide variety of comics and graphic novels originating from Japan. The word “manga” derives from the Japanese words "man" (whimsical, impromptu) and "ga" (pictures, images), reflecting the artistic and often humorous essence of the medium. Unlike...

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What is an Otaku? More Than Just an Anime Fanatic

By Catwithbadmanners • June 28, 2025

What is an Otaku? Definition and Evolution of a Term Originally, "otaku" in Japanese referred to a person with an intense passion for something, be it manga, anime, video games, or computers. In the West, the term has become popular as a synonym for anime fanatic, but its meaning is...

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Kokuen no Ō Zelk: The Ephemeral Reign of the Obsidian King

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

Its Unexpected End “Kokuen no Ō Zelk” (Zelk the Lord of Dark Flame), the new manga by Hideaki Yoshikawa, known for his work on the adaptation of “Dungeon Builder: The Demon King’s Labyrinth is a Modern City!”, has captured the attention of the manga world… but quickly said goodbye. Launched...

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Hell Teacher Jigoku Sensei Nube PLUS Concludes Its Short Promotional Series, Paving the Way for the Anime's Return

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

The Completion of "Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube PLUS" The short manga series "Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube PLUS," an extension of the iconic universe of "Hell Teacher," will reach its end on June 25th with the publication of chapter 7 in Shonen Jump+. This brief but significant serialization launched...

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Shonen Jump in Purge Mode: Two Series on the Brink of Cancellation This Summer

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

The Impending Cancellation of Star of Beethoven The signs point to Star of Beethoven, Morihiro Hayashi's manga, being on the verge of cancellation. After its debut in February with 18 chapters, the series has struggled to connect with American readers and now faces a probable conclusion. The publication of listings...

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Kai-hen Wizards by Yellow Tanabe on Hiatus Again

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

"Kai-hen Wizards's" Expected Return The popular manga "Kai-hen Wizards" (Kaihen no Mahōtsukai) by author Yellow Tanabe is currently on hiatus, announced by Shogakukan's Weekly Shonen Sunday. The break began on June 25, 2025, and the manga is expected to return this fall. This isn’t the first period of inactivity for...

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End of "Blue Fight" Manga

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

The Closing of Blue Fight: The manga “Blue Fight: Aoki Wakamono-tachi no Breaking Down,” an exciting adaptation of the eponymous film, has come to an end. The final chapter was published on June 14th on Kodansha’s YanMaga website, bringing this martial arts story that captivated fans to a close. Synopsis...

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The Novel "It's Not Me in Flames" Gets Manga Adaptation, Along with a Movie in September

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

The popular novel "Ore de wa Nai Enjō" (It's Not Me in Flames) by author Akinari Asakura is preparing for a new adaptation, this time in manga format. It has been announced that artist Ōtori556 (Kokoro) will be responsible for bringing the story to the printed pages, and its debut...

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Manga Planet Expands BL Library with New Print Releases from Thanat, Asou & Michiru

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

Manga Planet Announces Four New Boys' Love Titles for Print Release Manga Planet continues to solidify its position as a leading provider of officially licensed English-language manga by announcing the upcoming print release of four new titles, all within the popular Boys’ Love (BL) genre. This exciting expansion includes works...

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Masaaki Nakayama Ventures into Action and Horror with "Matsudai no Honoka"

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

The New Creation of Masaaki Nakayama: An Introduction to "Matsudai no Honoka" The renowned manga creator of horror, Masaaki Nakayama, known for his unsettling works like "PTSD Radio" and "Fuan no Tane," is about to launch a new series that promises to be an exciting turn in his style. Titled...

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