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Tarō Yuri is back with fresh supernatural comedy energy: a brand-new manga titled Ponkotsu Akuryō Anko-chan (Clumsy Evil Spirit Anko) will launch in the April issue of Comic Beam on March 12. After a one-shot last year and the conclusion of Yuri’s previous series, this new serialized work promises more of the author’s trademark mixture of gentle humor, warm character work, and quirky spirit-based storytelling. Image via Amazon © Tarō Yuri, Shinchosha, Seven Seas New Series Announcement: What We Know The official announcement confirms Tarō Yuri’s upcoming series Ponkotsu Akuryō Anko-chan will begin serialization in the April issue released on March 12. Yuri first introduced the concept with a one-shot published in June 2025, and the positive reception to that shorter piece likely paved the way for a full serialization. From the title—literally “Clumsy Evil Spirit Anko”—readers can expect a comedic take on supernatural tropes, centered on a well-meaning but accident-pr...

Mag Garden's Mag Comi platform has announced a fresh entry from flat manga artist Natsu Aogiri: Enyakurukuru, a new series set to debut on April 21. Fans of atmospheric, character-driven stories should take note — this title promises to continue Aogiri's signature tone of quiet unease and delicate character work. Below we break down what we know so far, why Enyakurukuru matters to readers of flat manga, and where to find the launch when it arrives. What is Enyakurukuru? Enyakurukuru centers on an unusual bond between a fragile high-school boy and a mysterious young man whose intentions are anything but clear. From the brief synopsis released by Mag Comi, the story appears poised to explore themes of vulnerability, trust, and the unsettling currents that can form between two very different people. Given Natsu Aogiri's past work, readers can expect moody visuals, carefully paced storytelling, and emotional nuance rather than action-heavy plot beats. Image ...

Champignon Witch’s sixth and seventh episodes shift the spotlight in subtle, affecting ways—moving what once felt like Luna’s quiet, sidelined perspective into a broader conversation about witches, fear, and belonging. These episodes elevate Lize from background curiosity to a fully realized emotional anchor, while also reframing the series’ worldbuilding: black magic isn’t simply evil, and the label of “Cursed Youngling” is more a social fiction than a destiny. In this review of Champignon Witch episodes 6–7, we’ll explore character dynamics, thematic threads, and the way the show reimagines the witch archetype for a modern fairy-tale audience. ©樋口橘・白泉社／「シャンピニオンの魔女」製作委員会 Luna and Lize: Rewriting the Witch Narrative The title Champignon Witch primes viewers to expect Luna as the central figure, yet the series has long rendered her as a soft-spoken, almost invisible presence—by necessity. Luna’s poisonous breath and hazardous skin force her into silence and isola...

The popular fantasy manga I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability has quietly returned — and with a reader-first approach that's winning praise. Magazine Pocket posted a brand-new full chapter after the manga's hiatus, and the series will adopt a temporary biweekly release schedule so the artist can recuperate while still delivering fresh chapters. Below we break down what this return means for readers, where to read it, and what to expect next from the light novel and anime adaptations. ©Yōsuke Kokuzawa, Kenkyo na Circle, Meru, Kodansha, Kodansha USA What Happened: Manga Returns from Hiatus Magazine Pocket published a full new chapter of the manga adaptation on Saturday, marking the end of its recent break. The manga's creator has been open about taking time for their health, and the publisher announced a temporary shift to releasing new chapters every two weeks. This compromise keeps the series moving f...

A Couple of Cuckoos Season 2 returns with more awkward arrangements, swapped-at-birth complications, and a messy love polygon that will delight some romcom fans while testing the patience of others. If you enjoyed the first season’s goofy charm, the follow-up mostly doubles down on the same beats — with a few new faces and the occasional genuinely funny moment — but it also leans heavily on stalling tactics that keep the central relationship from moving forward. Below is an in-depth look at what works, what doesn’t, and whether Season 2 is worth your time. A Couple of Cuckoos Season 2 poster Quick Synopsis: More Switches, More Complications At its core, A Couple of Cuckoos follows Nagi Umino and Erika Amano — teens switched at birth and now nominally engaged by circumstance and parental pressure — who unexpectedly become housemates in a chaotic, slice-of-life romcom. Season 2 continues the slow-burning love-triangle-turned-polygon, introducing a childhood friend from abro...

The slice-of-life fantasy manga Tensei-saki wa Kita no Henkyō Deshita ga Seirei no Okage de Kekkō Kaiteki Desu: Rakuen Mezashite Shuryō Kaitaku Tokidoki Sauna — long title, warm tone — has reached its conclusion. Manga author You Midorikawa confirmed the finale with the release of chapter 25 (early access) on April 8 on Square Enix's Manga UP! website. Fans of gentle isekai, frontier-life worldbuilding, and cozy sauna interludes will find much to appreciate in this ending, which closes out the adaptation of Fuurou's original light novel series. Below we cover the ending, publication timeline, the creators involved, and what this means for readers who followed the series from web serialization to final tankōbon volume. Image via Amazon ©You Midorikawa, Square Enix What Happened: Manga Ends with Chapter 25 The manga adaptation wrapped up with chapter 25, which was published for early access on April 8. For readers who followed the serialized chapters ...