Tokyo, Japan – Masahito Soda and Kuro Tomiyama’s popular manga series, Firefighter Daigo: Rescuer in Orange (Megumi no Daigo: Kyūkoku no Orange), has announced an indefinite hiatus. The halt in publication was revealed in the November issue of Kodansha’s Monthly Shonen Magazine, with no specified date for its return.
Details of the Hiatus
The announcement from Monthly Shonen Magazine stated that the manga will be going on an indefinite break, and further updates regarding its resumption will be provided in future issues. This marks a second significant pause for the series, which previously concluded its first part in February 2024 before resuming with its second part in May of the same year.
About Firefighter Daigo: Rescuer in Orange
Firefighter Daigo: Rescuer in Orange is a compelling Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Masahito Soda, with assistance from Kuro Tomiyama. It began serialization in Kodansha’s Monthly Shōnen Magazine in October 2020. The series is a direct sequel to Soda’s acclaimed Firefighter! Daigo of Fire Company M, which ran from 1995 to 1999.
The narrative centers on three ambitious young firefighters: Daigo Toake, a prodigy with remarkable talent and determination; Shun Onoda, who grapples with personal obstacles; and Yuki Nakamura, aspiring to join the elite “Orange” special rescue corps. Their combined efforts and individual journeys form the core of a story about growth and heroism in the face of national crises.
To date, Kodansha has released twelve tankōbon volumes of the manga, with the latest volume published in August 2025. The series has garnered critical attention, including a nomination for the 47th Kodansha Manga Award in the shōnen category in 2023.
Anime Adaptation and International Recognition
The popularity of Firefighter Daigo: Rescuer in Orange extended beyond manga pages with an anime television series adaptation produced by Brain’s Base. The anime aired from September 2023 to March 2024, bringing the intense rescue missions and character development to a global audience. Crunchyroll streamed the anime, making it accessible to viewers outside Japan.
The original series, Firefighter! Daigo of Fire Company M, was licensed in North America by Viz Media, further establishing Masahito Soda’s reputation for impactful storytelling in the firefighting genre. The continued success of its sequel, Rescuer in Orange, underscores the enduring appeal of these dramatic tales of courage and sacrifice.
