Manga fans, get your wallets ready! Kodansha Comics is kicking off February 2025 with a diverse array of new releases, promising something for every reader. From heart-fluttering romance to intense supernatural battles, the upcoming manga volumes are set to captivate and enthrall. Let’s delve into the exciting titles that await us.
Romantic Entanglements and Hidden Depths
Fall in Love, You False Angels Vol. 1
Coco Uzuki’s Fall in Love, You False Angels leads the charge with its unconventional take on high school romance. The story revolves around Otogi Katsura, a seemingly perfect “heartthrob angel” adored by her classmates. However, Otogi carefully curates her personality, acting in a way that she believes will make her loved. She suspects that Toki, whom she nicknames “Ikkoku,” is also putting on a persona, but she can’t find a single flaw in his. However, one day she does, which causes her carefully constructed world to crack. This shojo manga promises a fresh dynamic with a lovable protagonist who embraces her awkwardness. This volume is set to be released on February 11th.
Tragic Tales and Magical Battles
I Want to Love You Till Your Dying Day Vol. 1
For fans of Revolutionary Girl Utena and Madoka Magica, I Want to Love You Till Your Dying Day offers a poignant and tragic magical girl yuri story. Set in an orphanage that trains magically inclined girls for combat, the narrative follows Sheena, who witnesses the deaths of her classmates. Her life takes a turn when she meets Mimi, a cheerful student with incredible combat skills and powers. This series promises a mix of intense action and heart-wrenching emotion.
Expanding Horizons: New Series and Continuing Favorites
Kodansha isn’t just bringing us new stories; they’re also expanding existing ones. Several ongoing series are set to release new volumes in February, ensuring that fans of established manga have much to look forward to.
Wind Breaker
Wind Breaker, a popular manga about delinquents at Fuurin High School, is set to release Volume 9 on February 4th. This series, known for its action-packed brawls, will also be moving to a monthly release schedule starting in July, which may suggest the publisher expects the anime adaptation’s second season, airing in April 2025, to increase demand.
Other Notable Releases
While specific details on every release are still unfolding, here’s a glimpse at some other titles to watch for in February and beyond:
- A Certain Scientific Railgun Volume 19 is another release slated for February, appealing to fans of the popular science-fiction action series.
- Choujin X Volume 8 is also set to release in February, continuing the dark and supernatural manga by Sui Ishida.
- Cat + Gamer Volume 7 will also be released in February, continuing its cute and cozy slice-of-life.
- Am I Actually the Strongest? 13 (Digital) is set to be released on February 4th
- A Condition Called Love 11 (Print) will be available on February 11th
- Chihayafuru 48 (Digital) will be released on February 11th
- Battle Angel Alita Mars Chronicle 10 (Digital) will be available on February 11th
- Gang King 26 will be released on February 18th
- As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I’ll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World 13 (manga) (Print and Digital) is also coming soon.
Spring 2025 Sneak Peek
Kodansha is not stopping in February, they have also announced several new licenses for Spring 2025. Here’s a taste of what’s to come:
- Dead Rock: From Hiro Mashima, the creator of Fairy Tail, comes this new fantasy series about a demon school, where students battle each other to claim a piece of the human world. This series is rated 16+.
- GAEA-TIMA the Gigantis: A new series by KENT, which is set to debut in the Spring of 2025.
- Tune in to Midnight Heart: Another series by Masakuni Igarashi that is also set to debut in Spring 2025.
- Shout Loud, My Heart: A series by Rayri Youga that is also set to debut in Spring 2025.
- Roar: A Star in the Abyss: A series by Ai Okaue also coming in Spring 2025.
- Issak: Written by Shinji Makari and illustrated by DOUBLE-S. The series is set to debut in Spring 2025.
- Snegurochka of the Spring Breeze: A historical and erotic political drama by Hiroaki Samura. Set in the Soviet Union in the 1930s, it follows the story of Bielka and her companion Shchenok as they try to hide their true identities.
- The POOL: A science fiction series by Gamon Sakurai, where a military squad encounters dangerous creatures after answering an SOS call.
- Sailor Moon Naoko Takeuchi Collection Manga Box Set 1: This is also set to be released in Spring 2025
- That Beauty Is a Tramp: A new release by Hal Osaka, set to be released in Spring 2025.
- Twilight Out of Focus Box Set: A release by Jyanome that will come in Spring 2025.
- Musashi (New Edition): By Eiji Yoshikawa, translated by Charles Terry, also coming in Spring 2025.
Where to Buy
These titles can be found at major book retailers, comic book stores, and online platforms, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Crunchyroll.
Other Publishers
Other publishers are also set to release new titles in February, such as Titan Manga, who are releasing new volumes of ATOM: The Beginning and Working for God in a Godless World. They will also be releasing new series like Sword of the Titans, and Speed Grapher. VIZ is also set to release new volumes in January such as, Black Clover Vol 36, Chainsaw Man Vol 17, and Spy x Family Vol 13.
Final Thoughts
Kodansha’s February 2025 manga releases offer a mix of captivating stories, stunning artwork, and a range of genres. Whether you’re in the mood for romance, action, or supernatural thrills, there’s something in this lineup that’s sure to grab your attention. So, mark your calendars and prepare for another exciting month in the world of manga!
