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Viz Media has added a chilling new suspense series to its English lineup: Kiss Me with Your Face (Kimi no Kao de Boku ni Kiss shite), written by Yukiaki Kurando and illustrated by WOOMA. Launched in Japan on June 15, 2026 in Akita Shoten’s Bessatsu Shōnen Champion, the manga is now available as a simulpub on Viz Media’s site — starting with the first chapter available to read for free. This post breaks down what the series is about, who’s behind it, where to read the English simulpub, and why thrill-seeking manga readers should add this to their watchlist. Image via Viz Media's X/Twitter account © YUKIAKI KURANDO / WOOMA (AKITA SHOTEN) 2026 Quick Overview: What Is Kiss Me with Your Face? Kiss Me with Your Face is a suspense-driven shōnen manga that pits a top-ranked student named Shikimi against an unsettling threat: an envious classmate capable of taking over his body. The premise promises psychological tension, identity-based horror, and social-stakes drama — element...

Big news for manga fans: Strike Tanaka, creator of Servamp, is launching a brand-new series titled 「オダロク」 (OdaRoku) in the May issue of Jump SQ., which goes on sale April 3, 2026. The serialized debut is billed as an “異能怪盗活劇” — a supernatural phantom-thief action story — and it marks Tanaka’s return to a major magazine after years building a devoted following. ([jumpsq.shueisha.co.jp](https://jumpsq.shueisha.co.jp/sq/yokoku.html)) 来月4月3日(金)発売の５月号より、新連載『オダロク』が始まります！ ジャンプSQ.という新天地にて、また新たな気持ちで頑張ります。 異能怪盗活劇🪭 どうぞよろしくお願いします！ 本日発売のSQ４月号にも予告カットが載ってます📚 pic.twitter.com/IErfPlFdhI — 田中ストライク (@tanaka_strike) March 3, 2026 What we know so far about OdaRoku Details released by Jump SQ.'s official next-issue preview confirm OdaRoku will open the magazine’s May special issue (on sale April 3). The editorial blurb teases a “phantom-thief” setup wrapped in supernatural powers and action — a premise that suits Tanaka’s flair for character-driven urban fantasy and offbeat supernatural hoo...

Image courtesy of Viz Media © 2006 by Yasuhisa Hara/SHUEISHA Inc. Celebrating two decades of one of the most ambitious historical epics in manga, Yasuhisa Hara’s Kingdom marks its 20th anniversary with a special commemorative release: Kingdom Magazine, arriving August 19. Packed with exclusive artwork, a poster, the results of the third character popularity poll, and an in-depth interview with Hara himself, this anniversary issue is designed as both a fan tribute and a deep-dive retrospective into the series that redefined large-scale military storytelling in manga. What to expect inside Kingdom Magazine New cover art and collectible poster The centerpiece of this special edition is new cover art by Yasuhisa Hara, created specifically to commemorate the 20-year milestone. Readers will also receive a poster featuring the same artwork — a perfect collectible for longtime fans and newcomers who want a visually striking entry point into the series’ scope and tone. Thir...

Wash It All Away episode 10 leans into quiet character moments and gentle interpersonal beats, delivering one particularly warm second half while the episode’s first act feels more like connective tissue. With Kinme at the center, this installment doubles down on the cozy, slice-of-life sensibility that has made the series easy to root for, even when the pace slows and scenes play out with minimal conflict. © Mitsuru Hattori/SQUARE ENIX,Kinishite Committee. Episode 10 recap: a quiet structure with a satisfying payoff The episode splits neatly into two halves. The first half focuses on Kinme at home, running through household chores—most notably stain removal—and exchanging light conversation with Asami and the ever-adorable Nairo. These scenes are calm and well-scored, relying on a twinkling soundtrack to emphasize everyday warmth. They serve primarily as atmosphere and character flavor rather than plot advancement. The second half, however, is where the episo...

I Want You To Make a Disgusted Face and Show Me Your Underwear (often shortened informally to Disgusted Look) is a short-form POV adult anime that trades long runtimes for a sharp, specific conceit: archetypal anime women — maids, idols, nurses, streamers — are coaxed into exposing themselves while giving the viewer a look of absolute contempt. Across six brisk episodes per season, this series uses its constraint to deliver pointed jokes, textured vocal performances, and a subtle cultural commentary beneath the obvious erotic premise. Promotional art for the series — six short POV vignettes that flip the usual expectations. Premise and Structure This anime adapts a series of illustrations by artist 40Hara into six-minute POV episodes that follow the same dramatic pattern: a warm, flirtatious setup between the viewer (protagonist) and an archetypal female character, followed by a request to see her underwear, and then an abrupt tonal switch as she treats the viewer like a...

MAPPA’s 15th Anniversary livestream brought a big reveal for anime fans: the studio is adapting usagi’s manga Jimoto Saikō! (Hometown is the Best!) into an anime that will stream worldwide on Netflix. The announcement teased the tone with aiko’s song “milk,” and confirmed a core production team that promises MAPPA’s signature polish. Below we break down everything announced so far, what makes the manga distinctive, and what to expect from the adaptation. Image via Jimoto Saiko anime's website ©usagi／彩図社・MAPPA MAPPA Announces Jimoto Saikō! Anime — The Big Picture The MAPPA 15th Anniversary Lineup Reveal livestream confirmed an anime adaptation of Jimoto Saikō!, with global streaming on Netflix. The short announcement highlighted the series’ dark-yet-grounded setting and introduced the main creative staff. MAPPA’s involvement and the Netflix distribution immediately position the adaptation as a high-profile title to watch for both d...