Tokyo, Japan – The popular historical manga series A Witch’s Life in Mongol (original title Tenmaku no Jādūgar) is taking a temporary break. The series’ creator, Tomato Soup, is going on maternity leave, with the manga expected to resume publication next year.
The announcement was made in this year’s November issue of Akita Shoten’s Mystery Bonita magazine, confirming a hiatus for the bimonthly series. Fans can anticipate its return sometime in the next year.
Details of the Hiatus and Publication History
A Witch’s Life in Mongol has garnered significant attention since its debut, earning critical acclaim and a dedicated readership. The series, written and illustrated by Tomato Soup, first began serialization on Akita Shoten’s Souffle website in September 2021. It later began simultaneous publication in Mystery Bonita magazine on March 6, 2025, moving to a bimonthly schedule until the planned hiatus for the creator’s maternity leave. Akita Shoten released the fifth compiled book volume of the manga on April 16.
A Critically Acclaimed Series
The manga has been highly praised, topping the Kono Manga ga Sugoi! 2023 rankings for female readers and ranking #11 in the 2024 rankings in the same category. It was also nominated for the prestigious Manga Taisho Awards in both 2023 and 2024.
The Story of A Witch’s Life in Mongol
The series transports readers to the 13th century, within the vast Yeke Mongol Ulus, the Mongol Empire. The narrative centers on Fatima, a woman from Persia with advanced medical and scientific knowledge. Driven by a desire to utilize her expertise, Fatima finds herself at the Mongol palace, where she comes under the patronage of Töregene, the sixth wife of Ögedei, the second Great Khan. Their complex relationship and Fatima’s skills become pivotal in the political landscape of the palace and, by extension, the wider world.
Themes and Historical Context
A Witch’s Life in Mongol explores themes of knowledge, power, and the clash of cultures during a significant historical period. The manga is noted for its well-researched and sensitively written historical elements, drawing inspiration from medieval manuscripts for character design. Yen Press is releasing the manga in English, allowing a broader international audience to experience this unique historical fantasy.
Upcoming Anime Adaptation
In addition to its manga success, A Witch’s Life in Mongol is also set to receive a television anime adaptation. Produced by Science SARU, the anime, titled Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia, was announced on April 14, 2025, and is scheduled to premiere on TV Asahi in 2026. This upcoming adaptation is expected to further boost the series’ global recognition.
Fans eagerly await Tomato Soup’s return and the continuation of Fatima’s intriguing journey through the Mongol Empire.
