Tokyopop Licenses Nagi & Hayasaki and Beneath the Fallen Camellia Blooms
Spring and summer 2026 are shaping up to be a feast for manga and manhwa fans — from spicy BL romcoms and tender dramas to haunting horror and supernatural adventures. Tokyopop’s upcoming lineup (release dates listed with each entry) brings a diverse slate: Boys’ Love one-shots and series, Girls’ Love manhua, eerie horror anthologies, and heartfelt slice-of-life dramas. Below is a curated, SEO-optimized guide to the most notable upcoming releases, with brief takes on what makes each volume worth your shelf space.
Highlights: What to Watch This Season
Whether you’re hunting for a soft, seaside romance or a spine-tingling supernatural thriller, this season offers standout picks for every taste. Below I’ve grouped the lineup into categories (BL, GL/manhua, supernatural & horror, and standout novels) and included quick reads and deeper recommendations.
Best BL Picks (Romcom, Drama & Emotion)
Nagi & Hayasaki — Neko Kiirono (Release Date: May 19)
A spicy romcom BL that pairs a secretly perverted class president with a goofball delinquent — what starts as an awkward bathroom encounter slowly turns into a surprisingly tender relationship. If you enjoy awkward first-contact comedy that blossoms into sincere warmth, this is an instantly re-readable one-shot to add to your rotation.
300 New Days With You — Sai Asai (Release Date: June 9)
This heartrending BL oneshot explores memory loss and devotion: one partner lost to amnesia, the other determined to confess their love anew each day. Recommended for readers who prefer emotional stakes and seaside atmosphere over comedy.
Girls’ Love (Manhua) — Sweet & Gentle Picks
She is Still Cute Today — Guo Si Te (Release Date: July 28)
An adorable GL manhua about two opposites thrown together by rumor — the brilliant, friendless top student and the self-forgiving underachiever who never expected to form a real bond. Fans of slow-burn school romances and heartfelt character growth will love this adaptation’s gentle pacing.
Supernatural, Fantasy & Slice-of-Life
The Devil’s in the Lunch Deals — Ishiko (Release Date: August 4)
Part fantasy, part workplace slice-of-life, this story about Lainey — an ex-goddess running a bento shop — mixes gentle humor with a whimsical quest for redemption. Great for readers who like low-stakes supernatural plots with warm characterization.
Sanctuary Princess — Odayaka, Comic Room (Release Date: August 11)
A priestess-in-training hiding a spirit-controlling power inside a hole in her hand — expect secret-identity tension, spirit battles, and family drama. This one blends action and character-driven stakes for readers who enjoy supernatural heroines with hidden strengths.
Horror & Dark Fantasy — For Late-Night Reading
Chibon Kaburi: The Masked God — Tomo Kitaoka (Release Date: October 20)
A sealed town, a taboo broken, and an awakened God of Retribution — expect claustrophobic horror and mystery. Recommended if you like folklore-tinged terror with a tight small-town atmosphere.
Six — Nashi (Release Date: October 27)
Anthology-style scares that piece together into a mosaic of mortality and dread. If you relish unsettling vignettes — elevators, abandoned amusement parks, and the thin membrane between life and death — add this to your horror reading list.
Notable Standouts & Unique Concepts
Ugly Girls (light novel) — Rokakoen (Release Date: September 29)
A psychological dark romance set in Taiwan, blending eerie atmosphere with relationship horror. This light novel’s slow-burn reveal about identity and obsession will appeal to readers who prefer mood and dread to jump scares.
Ghoul Work, Kurose — Macho Tako (Release Date: October 13)
Spirit-sight, childhood ties, and a touch of horror meet BL dynamics. A promising pick for fans of supernatural BL with action beats and emotional core.
Dr. Ashura — Ryō Koshino (Release Date: November 10)
Medical drama with life-and-death stakes centered on an obsessive ER doctor. Expect procedural intensity and human drama that explores trauma, promise, and professional obsession.
Where to Preorder & Further Reading
Many of these titles will be available at major retailers and through Tokyopop’s store. For preorder details and stock updates, check bookstores like Barnes & Noble (example listing) or Tokyopop’s official social channels for release confirmations. Barnes & Noble often lists release pages and preorder links for new volumes.
Final Thoughts
This seasonal slate balances tender romance and sharp chills nicely — whether you’re in the mood for an earnest BL oneshot like Nagi & Hayasaki, a charming life-affirming fantasy like The Devil’s in the Lunch Deals, or eerie town mysteries like Chibon Kaburi. With multiple formats represented (manhua, manhwa, light novels, manga), there’s something new for collectors and casual readers alike. Keep an eye on release date updates — Tokyopop notes dates can shift during production — and consider preordering early for limited print runs. Happy reading, and may your next bookshelf acquisition be the perfect mood match.
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