Roku Sakura’s “April Showers Bring May Flowers: Bloom” (Busu ni Hanataba o: Bloom), a special edition series of the popular romantic comedy manga, has officially concluded. The final chapter was published in the October issue of Kadokawa’s Monthly Young Ace magazine, which hit shelves on September 4, 2025. This marks the definitive end for the additional chapters following the main series’ conclusion in 2022.
The Journey of Hana Tabata Ends
The “April Showers Bring May Flowers” franchise, known for its heartwarming romantic comedy centering on the self-deprecating high school student Hana Tabata and her unexpected relationship with popular classmate Yosuke Ueno, has captivated readers since its debut. The original manga, written and illustrated by Roku Sakura, was serialized in Young Ace from April 2016 to September 2022. It was compiled into 13 tankōbon volumes. Yen Press has licensed the series for English publication.
The “Bloom” Special Edition
The “April Showers Bring May Flowers: Bloom” special edition series began its serialization in Monthly Young Ace on March 4, 2025. While it initially concluded with its fifth chapter on July 4, 2025, additional chapters were released starting August 4, 2025, leading to this final publication in September. These new chapters were also collected in a new 13th compiled book volume of the manga, released on August 4, 2025.
Anime Adaptation and Franchise Legacy
The conclusion of the “Bloom” special edition comes shortly after the premiere of an anime television series adaptation of “April Showers Bring May Flowers.” Produced by Silver Link, the anime began airing on July 4, 2025, further expanding the reach and popularity of Sakura’s work. The anime’s debut and the final chapters of the special edition manga provide a comprehensive and timely conclusion for fans of the beloved series.
