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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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Chihayafuru -Meguri-: More Names Join the New Live-Action Sequel

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

The Return of Karuta to the Screen: The Live-Action Sequel of Chihayafuru is Approaching The anticipation for Chihayafuru -Meguri- is palpable. The new live-action series, a sequel to the successful movies and original manga, has revealed more details about its cast and production in recent days. The drama, which will...

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Please Put Them On, Takamine-san: Featured on the Cover of Gangan Joker

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

The Importance of Being on the Cover of Gangan Joker Appearing on the cover of a magazine like Gangan Joker is a significant milestone for any manga. It's not just an advertising opportunity; it indicates a considerable level of popularity and success. And this is the case for "Please Put...

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Gundam Thunderbolt: Manga Will End in Its Next 8 Chapters

By Catwithbadmanners • June 16, 2025

Announcement of the End The acclaimed manga "Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt," created by Yasuo Ohtagaki, is coming to its conclusion. Ohtagaki himself announced on X/Twitter that the manga will enter its final arc and be completed in just eight chapters. The news comes after the publication of chapter 222 in...

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My Hero Academia New Trailer: Final Season

By Catwithbadmanners • June 16, 2025

The Impending Arrival of the Final Season After a decade of thrilling adventures, the universe of "My Hero Academia" is preparing to say goodbye with its eighth and final season. The recent premiere of the first trailer has ignited social media, showcasing a glimpse of what fans can expect: intense...

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Hanaka Aru: Meet One of the many Mangaka Who's Actively Fighting Against Stereotypes

By Catwithbadmanners • June 15, 2025

The Ideal Body-Type Traditionally, manga, like many other forms of media, has heavily featured slender or idealized body types for its characters. While there's nothing inherently wrong with portraying diverse body shapes, the scarcity of plus-size characters means that a significant portion of the population doesn't see themselves reflected in...

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Ryo Tatsuki: The New Japanese "Baba Vanga"

By Catwithbadmanners • June 15, 2025

Ryo Tatsuki's Prediction and Its Impact on Tourism Japanese manga artist Ryo Tatsuki, nicknamed the “New Baba Vanga,” has sparked a global debate after predicting a possible natural disaster for Japan on July 5, 2025. This prediction, documented in her work "The Future I Saw," is having a significant impact...

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