Shinpei Funatsu, the acclaimed artist behind the parody manga Todai Revengers, has officially launched a new series titled “Heisei Tensei”. The new manga made its debut on Wednesday, October 16, through Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket service.
A New Chapter for the Todai Revengers Creator
Funatsu is widely recognized for his work on Todai Revengers, a comedic spin-off that reimagines the popular Tokyo Revengers narrative with a Tokyo University graduate protagonist. While Todai Revengers concluded in March 2023 after being serialized on Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket platform, Funatsu is now embarking on a fresh creative endeavor with “Heisei Tensei”.
Todai Revengers garnered attention for its unique blend of comedy, romance, and science fiction, offering a humorous take on time-traveling shenanigans as its protagonist, Michitake Icho, attempts to alter his past to win the heart of his crush. The series was collected into six tankōbon volumes, with its final omnibus editions still being released in North America by Seven Seas Entertainment.
The launch of “Heisei Tensei” signals an exciting new direction for Funatsu, moving beyond the established Tokyo Revengers universe. Fans and readers will be keen to see the themes and storytelling approach the artist takes in this original work.
Publication Details and Accessibility
“Heisei Tensei” is being published on Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket digital platform, a popular service known for hosting a wide array of manga titles. The platform provides a accessible way for readers to engage with new series and creators. Details regarding the genre, specific plot, and serialization schedule for “Heisei Tensei” are anticipated to be revealed further as the series progresses on Magazine Pocket.
The move to launch “Heisei Tensei” through a digital platform aligns with the growing trend in the manga industry towards digital distribution, allowing for wider reach and immediate access for readers worldwide. Funatsu’s previous success with Todai Revengers on a similar platform suggests a strong foundation for the new series.
