Manga author Fuyumi Yajima is set to launch a new “yakuza gourmet” series titled Aniki! Meshi Desu yo (Big Bro! It’s Mealtime) in the upcoming 39th issue of Kodansha’s Morning magazine, hitting shelves this Thursday. The series will follow a yakuza leader suffering from amnesia who is nursed back to health through home-cooked meals.
Details on the New Yakuza Gourmet Series
The new manga, Aniki! Meshi Desu yo, centers around Jōichirō Hashiya, a prominent leader within the Sadorigumi family of the yakuza. The inciting incident sees Hashiya lose his memory after being shot. His loyal subordinate, Kurume, takes on the task of feeding him homemade meals, hoping that the familiar tastes and comforting sustenance will aid in the recovery of his memories. This premise promises a unique blend of yakuza drama and heartwarming culinary themes, a subgenre often referred to as “yakuza gourmet.”
Yajima’s Previous Works and Style
Fuyumi Yajima is known for her distinctive storytelling. While specific prior works in the “gourmet” genre were not detailed in the announcement, Yajima previously launched the Our Love Doesn’t Need a Happy Ending (Boku-tachi no Koi ni Happy End Nante Iranai) manga in Kodansha’s Hatsu Kiss digital magazine in June 2016, which concluded in February 2018. Kodansha USA Publishing holds the license for this previous series. This background suggests a versatility in genre, now expanding into a concept that combines crime elements with the popular “food manga” trend.
Publication and Anticipation
Aniki! Meshi Desu yo will be serialized in Kodansha’s Morning magazine, a well-established platform known for its diverse range of manga titles. The launch of a new series by Yajima is likely to draw attention from fans of both her previous works and the growing audience for gourmet-themed manga. The unique twist of a yakuza leader regaining his memory through food offers a compelling narrative hook. Readers can anticipate the first chapter’s release this Thursday in the 39th issue of the magazine.
