Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump has long been hailed as the go-to destination for emerging manga talent. With a storied history that includes iconic titles like Naruto, Dragon Ball, and Yu Yu Hakusho, it’s no wonder readers eagerly await each new release from the publisher.
Now, Shueisha is teasing fans with a sneak peek at three upcoming series that promise to be the next big thing in manga.
In a recent promo drop, Shueisha revealed a sneak peek of these highly anticipated new titles set to debut in the coming weeks. The timing couldn’t be better, with the release scheduled just before the magazine takes a break for Golden Week. So for manga enthusiasts on the lookout for fresh reads, these new series are sure to deliver!
One of the titles generating considerable buzz is “Negai no Astro” by none other than Ken Wakui. Fans are particularly excited about this announcement, given Wakui’s stellar track record, notably with the popular series Tokyo Revengers.
It was revealed in Weekly Shonen Jump Issue #19 that three new manga will launch in the upcoming weeks
• 'Negai no Astro' by Ken Wakui (Tokyo Revengers) will launch in Issue #20
• 'Kyokutō Necromance' by Fusai Naba (Aliens Area) will launch in Issue #21
• 'Cycle Biyori' by… pic.twitter.com/wDEagqEetN
— 🧭MangaAlerts #uw7s🌊 (@MangaAlerts) April 7, 2024
While Wakui has previously collaborated primarily with Kodansha, it seems they’re now venturing into new territory with Shueisha for their latest manga endeavor.
Joining the lineup is “Kyokuto Necromance” by Fusai Naba, known for their work on “Aliens Area.” Rounding out the trio is “Cycle Biyori” by Kobayashi Omusuke. Release-wise, Wakui’s series is set to hit shelves next week, with Naba and Omusuke following in the subsequent weeks.
Weekly Shonen Jump New Series Color Previews.
· Issue #20: 'Negai no Astro' by Ken Wakui
· Issue #21: 'Kyokutou Necromance' by Fusai Naba
· Issue #24: 'Cycle Biyori' by Kobayashi OmusukeIssue #22/23 will have a Group Cover and be followed by a break due to Golden Week. pic.twitter.com/bKNzueSCij
— Shonen Jump News (@WSJ_manga) April 7, 2024
As of now, there’s no official word on whether these manga titles will be simulpublished by Manga Plus, but the odds certainly seem favorable. Shueisha has been proactive in ensuring its Shonen Jump titles receive global exposure, often synchronizing releases with their Japanese counterparts.
With the manga industry’s continued growth, publishers are leveraging technology and social media to stay ahead of the curve. Here’s hoping fans worldwide will soon have the chance to get into these exciting new Shueisha titles in the weeks to come!
