VIZ Media is coming in hot next summer with an absolute showdown chalk full of manga, all-new continuations and series finales. Just going down the list, expect to see a few familiar names and some incredibly heavy-hitting titles you won’t want to miss.
Alice in Borderland Retry by Haro Aso
After a thrilling conclusion followed by a live-action Netflix adaptation, Arisu returns for yet another puzzling challenge for survival. How will he escape the Borderland this time with his new life and a baby on the way?
Ask Iwata: Words of Wisdom from Satoru Iwata by Studio Ghibli
Former Global President and CEO Satoru Iwata had brought the trademark name of Nintendo across the world due to his well-acclaimed leadership. Delve into the philosophical insights of one of the most prominent minds of business in the gaming industry and see how to go from an idea to a multibillion-dollar corporation.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Tales of Iga (Iga no Monogatari) by Reguje
Released in Japan back in March of 2025, Tales of Iga is now making its way to the U.S. next year. Follow along the path of Tsuyu, apprentice to the legendary Hattori Hanzō and Fujibayashi Nagato of the Iga clan, as they uncover a plot of a Templar expansion into the islands of Japan in the year 1560.
Cocoon by Machiko Kyō
War is a heavy burden to endure, even to those who seem farthest away from it. In the remote caves of Okinawa comes the true story by Machiko Kyō, who was recruited at a very young age to be an assistant nurse during World War II. Her encounters with butchery and senseless destruction take their toll as the war rages on.
Castle in the Sky Film Comic: All-in-One Edition by Studio Ghibli
The 1986 film Castle in the Sky won Hayao Miyazaki the Ofuji Noburo award in 1987. With still a large fanbase for Miyazaki films comes one of the most cherished movies remade in comic form. Enjoy the adventure of Sheeta and Pazu again as they travel a steampunk world full of robots and airships to locate the mythical castle Laputa floating in the sky.
Champion of the Rose by Cat Aquino and Dominique Duran
Revenge is a dish best served cold. Throw in some love and freedom, and it’s then served with steel and blood. Cat Aquino brings this fantasy manga to life, inspired by the Spanish colonization of the Philippines. Filled with magic, swordfights, rebellion and trans characters, this is a must-read for those who are willing to fight for their freedom.
Daydream Darling by Io Sakisaka
A cute girl with a mysterious secret has her dream come true; Irohu’s first love with a boy named Sou. Come along as Irohu faces her many challenges of braving the unknown and her never-ending struggle to tell the difference between fact and fiction, reality and fiction. Try as she might, what lies ahead for her could only be realized in a dream.
Half is More by Yoiko Fujimi
For those who struggle to fit in as mixed-race individuals living in Japan, this story will move hearts and minds not to judge people by the color of their skin. Kazumi makes their way through life, battling discrimination and racism daily in an effort to show the ignorant and judgmental world they live in that coexistence is possible without being marginalized by the norms of society.
Hima-Ten! by Genki Ono
A new romantic comedy for you high schoolers comes, Hima-Ten! Volume 1. Tenichi is a home economics expert who takes up a part-time job cleaning houses while making his way through high school. One day, Himari, a model and business owner of the most popular cosmetic brands, Himari Riz, transfers to his school and into his life. A princess meeting with a pauper can only lead to young adult shenanigans and love.
I’m No Angel by Ai Yazawa
I’m No Angel (Tenshi Nanka ja Nai) was first published by Ribon Magazine as a shojo manga back in 1991, and has since produced eight volumes and an OVA directed by Hiroko Tokita, released in 1994. Now re-released by VIZ Media, you can enjoy the story of Midori Saejima, a first-year high schooler who was convinced to run for student council president. Unaware that her rival, who’s also running for student council, is a boy she’s attracted to, Akira Sudō, she faces a challenge.
LYNX by Samuel Sattin
Follow Detective Lynx Takuma as he traverses a snow-covered wasteland brought on by a cataclysmic downfall of climate change. Lynx is tasked to find one of the last livable cities to unearth the truth about its fate.
Manga in Theory and Practice: How to Create Villains by Hirohiko Araki
Hirohiko Araki is the creator of Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure and has since refined the art of manga. They now release their second book on How to Create Villains and how it’s so important to have a meaningful antagonist that can compel the reader to stay hooked on the story. Their first book, The Craft of Creating Manga, was released back in 2017, which depicts great techniques that incorporate storytelling through manga artistry.
Moriarty the Patriot by Hikaru Miyoshi
Continuing the ongoing series of Albert James Moriarty. Born in the late 19th century in Great Britain, Moriarty came from an upper-class family. One day, they adopted two boys from the lower class. Having lived the life of luxury for so long, his family mistreats the boys, which had emboldened James to resent his privileged upbringing. He recruits the boys and begins his crusade to rid the world of nobility.
Psych House by Omusuke Kobayashi
Nemura, gifted with the psych power to change his size, had moved into a Psych house, a surrogate home for those born with powers of the supernatural. He’s later joined by Kotone, a girl with the psych power of teleportation. They befriend each other and begin their new life, living with other equally gifted individuals in this slice of life manga series. Psych House was initially published by Shonen Jump back in May 2024 and concluded in September of the same year.
Sakamoto Days: Assassin’s Method by Renka Misaki
Taro Sakamoto, the most ruthless and feared hitman to ever walk the earth, falls in love, gets married, raises a daughter, and retires from the world of assassins to run a convenience store. His peaceful life is short-lived when his past life catches up with him. Assassin’s Method is a light novel rendition of stories that further develop any lingering plotlines through short stories for you, Sakamoto-heads who need that plot filled. It even comes with a full-color double-sided poster.
Shinobi Undercover by Ippon Takegushi
If you enjoyed Full Metal Panic, then you’ll enjoy Yodaka, a young shinobi tasked to protect a bumbling girl, Aoi, from a group of assassins who have gone rogue to take out their next target. Ippon Takegushi (Candy Flurry, Ore dake ga Shiranai Koto!) brings hilarity and a growing friendship to the audience once more with Shinobi Undercover.
Star Wars Visions: Tsukumo by Eiichi Shimizu and Tomohiro Shimoguchi
Revolving around the aftermath of Order 66, the Empire is hunting down the last few remaining Jedi and bringing order to the galaxy by any means necessary. Jedi Knight Nagi Tsukumo quickly and quietly makes their way underground just to survive. They uncover details about a rumored droid paradise, and believe that what better way to hide than in plain sight among your enemies.
Taika’s Reason by Paru Itagaki
Sanda was one of the best manga to read this year, and Taika’s Reason should be just as amazing for the next. From the creator that brought you Beastars!, Paru Itagaki brings you a new serious comedy about declining birth rates, pets being turned into humans, and the burning question: Who’s the real animal, the pets or the humans?
The King’s Beast by Rei Toma
The King’s Beast (Ou no Kemono) is coming to a magical conclusion with its final volume. In a world shared by both humans and the Ajin (half beast, half human), the humans rule over those they claim to be the lesser beings. Oppressed by magic and class divides, Ajin men are used as a form of special power over their own kind, while the women are used as sex workers. Kogetsu disguises herself as a man to serve under the king in the enchanted world of Reimi no Arcana.
The Marshal King by Boichi
Boichi is well known for his prolific storytelling in Dr. Stone, One Piece and Trigun. Now he’s back with the continuation of The Marshal King. Jim Godspeed emerges from the barren wasteland desert, claiming to be the son of the notorious and greatest outlaw M. Godspeed. With a fresh face and no proof of a background, Jim must fight his way to the top of the killing charts to prove who’s the real law around here.
Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi by Shoichi Usui
Laddened with ultimate strength, Kiyoshi, a nervous newcomer, tries his best to overcome his fear of demons to protect the weak. Watch as he struggles with his newfound powers and combats evil in this new action comedy. Slaying bad guys is tough, but making new friends can be an absolute nightmare.
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