VIZ Media revealed a slew of licensing acquisitions announcements for manga and novels being released in English in summer 2026, including a paperback edition of Ask Iwata: Words of Wisdom, the Alice in Borderland Retry manga, and the Sakamoto Days: Assassin’s Method novel, to name a few.
Read up on the summer 2026 license acquisitions from VIZ Media, via the official X (formerly Twitter) account:
VIZ Media Summer 2026 Acquisitions
Alice in Borderland Retry by Haro Aso
The official sequel to the action-packed manga adapted into a hit Netflix show! Now with a baby on the way, Arisu has built a new life with the past behind him. However, Borderland isn’t done with him. Alice in Borderland Retry, by Haro Aso, releases Summer 2026.
Daydream Darling by Sakisaka
From the best-selling creator of Ao Haru Ride comes a series about first love, courage, and the blurring of fantasy and reality. Sou feels like Iroha’s dream come true, until her secret surfaces. Daydream Darling, Vol. 1, by Io Sakisaka, releases Summer 2026.
The Marshal King by BOICHI
A two-fisted tale about desperadoes and the marshals who hunt them! High-octane adventure in the American Wild West as imagined by the genius illustrator Boichi, the artist of Dr. Stone and One Piece: Ace’s Story! The Marshal King, Vol. 1, releases Summer 2026.
Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi by Shoichi Usui
Kiyoshi Harai is the world’s strongest exorcist—and its most awkward one! Equally afraid of fighting demons and making new friends, can Kiyoshi ever reach his full potential? Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi, Vol. 1, by Shoichi Usui, releases Summer 2026.
Psych House by Omusuke Kobayashi
Kotone moves into a house of superpowered housemates who use their gifts to…cook, clean, and play?! From psychic tag to an iconic welcome party, she hones her teleportation along the way. Psych House, by Omusuke Kobayashi, releases Spring 2026.
cocoon by Machiko Kyo
Based on a true story. San and her friends are recruited as assistant nurses in WWII Okinawa. In cave hospitals of carnage and relentless loss, they endure as war strips away their innocence. cocoon, by Machiko Kyo, releases Summer 2026.
Sakamoto Days: Assassin’s Method by Yuto Suzuki and Renka Misaki
Enjoy more Sakamoto Days stories in this novel, which comes with a full-color, double-sided poster. Sakamoto Days: Assassin’s Method, with original concept by Yuto Suzuki and written by Renka Misaki, releases Summer 2026.
Shinobi Undercover by Ippon Takegushi and Santa Mitarashi
Can awkward Yodaka keep his cover while rogue ninja assassins in the school are targeting klutzy Aoi? Shinobi Undercover, Vol. 1, with story by Ippon Takegushi and art by Santa Mitarashi, releases Summer 2026.
Manga in Theory and Practice: How to Create Villains by Hirohiko Araki
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure creator Hirohiko Araki teaches you how to make a villain. This second book of art instruction includes editor commentary and more! Manga in Theory and Practice: How to Create Villains, by Hirohiko Araki, releases Summer 2026.
Castle in the Sky Film Comic: All-in-One Edition by Studio Ghibli
Originally published as a four-volume film comic, this release is now reformatted into a gorgeous hardcover edition for all Studio Ghibli fans. Castle in the Sky Film Comic: All-in-One Edition releases Summer 2026.
Ask Iwata: Words of Wisdom from Satoru Iwata – Paperback Edition edited by Hobonichi
Coming soon in paperback! Gain rare insight into the leadership and design philosophies of former global president and CEO of Nintendo, Satoru Iwata. Ask Iwata: Words of Wisdom from Satoru Iwata, Nintendo’s Legendary CEO, edited by Hobonichi, releases Summer 2026.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Tales of Iga by reguje
The official prequel manga to the newest game in the Assassin’s Creed series! Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Tales of Iga, Vol. 1, by reguje, releases Summer 2026.
Star Wars Visions: Tsukumo by Eiichi Shimizu and Tomohiro Shimoguchi
Coming Summer 2026, an Imperial assassin droid hunts down Jedi Knight Nagi Tsukumo. A standalone story set after Order 66, Star Wars Visions: Tsukumo, with story and art by Eiichi Shimizu and Tomohiro Shimoguchi, the creators of the Ultraman manga sequel series.
LYNX by Samuel Sattin and tokitokoro
After climate disaster brings on a perpetual winter, detective Lynx Takuma must uncover the truth in one of Earth’s last livable cities. LYNX, Vol. 1, written by Samuel Sattin with art by tokitokoro, releases Summer 2026.
The King’s Beast Vol. 18 Limited Edition by Rei Toma
Celebrate the conclusion of The King’s Beast with this limited edition final volume! Includes an exclusive cover and a 32-page full-color illustration book. The King’s Beast, Vol. 18, by Rei Toma, releases Summer 2026.
Hima-ten! by Genki Ono
Follow the romances of part-time house cleaner, full-time student, Iemori and high school CEO Himari in this romantic comedy. Hima-Ten!, Vol. 1, by Genki Ono, releases Summer 2026.
Taika’s Reason by Paru Itagaki
A new series from the creator of BEASTARS! Due to a declining birth rate, pets are being transformed into humanoid members of society. But are they truly human? Or are humans truly animals? Taika’s Reason, Vol. 1, by Paru Itagaki, releases Summer 2026.
Champion of the Rose by Cat Aquino & Dominique Duran
In a brutal tournament, Princess Rosa picks Rey, a trans swordsman, as her champion. Fighting for freedom, love, and revenge, he faces an arena where power is won in blood. Champion of the Rose, Vol. 1, by @cat_aquino @artominique, releases Summer 2026
Half Is More by Yoiko Fujimi
Being mixed-race in Japan like Kazumi means facing daily trials of racism, microaggressions, and otherness. This is a journey of resilience, hope, and the search for coexistence. Half Is More, Vol. 1, by Yoiko Fujimi, releases Summer 2026.
Moriarty the Patriot Vol. 20 by Hikaru Miyoshi
Three years after Sherlock and Moriarty have returned from the Final Problem, MI6 has been assigned to gather intelligence on a new street drug! The story continues in Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 20, by Hikaru Miyoshi and based on the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, releases Summer 2026.
I’m No Angel by Ai Yazawa
A decade before Nana, Ai Yazawa wrote this breakthrough hit about the journey of love into adulthood. I’m No Angel, Vol. 1, by Ai Yazawa, releases Summer 2026.
