Kadokawa’s Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh magazine has announced that Hiroichi will be launching a manga adaptation of Gin Tanio’s novel series, Sono Jubutsu, Toriatsukai ni Tsuki (Please Handle the Sacred Artifact Carefully). The manga is set to debut on Kadokawa’s Kadocomi website in June 2025, promising a thrilling blend of mystery, the occult, and police procedural elements.
A Supernatural Police Mystery
Sono Jubutsu, Toriatsukai ni Tsuki centers around Yoshihito Naruse, an ordinary police patrolman whose life takes a drastic turn when he encounters a mysterious “curse” during a routine operation. The incident leaves him unconscious and his superior dead. As the sole survivor, Naruse is transferred to the “Special Concerns Bureau,” a clandestine division within the police force that deals with supernatural occurrences such as curses and paranormal events.
In this new role, Naruse meets Tenzen Kuo, a psychic who introduces him to a hidden world where cursed objects, superstitions, and paranormal forces are very real and dangerous. Together, they investigate cases involving cursed objects and other supernatural phenomena, navigating a treacherous landscape where the line between reality and the supernatural blurs.
Hiroichi’s Artistic Touch
Hiroichi, the manga artist behind the adaptation, is no stranger to the world of manga. They previously worked on the High School DxD: Asia & Koneko’s Secret Contract!? manga spinoff and the Lapis Re:LiGHTs mixed-media project. Hiroichi’s experience in adapting light novels and mixed-media projects makes them well-suited to bring Gin Tanio’s supernatural mystery to life in manga form.
Gin Tanio’s Occult Vision
Gin Tanio launched the Sono Jubutsu, Toriatsukai ni Tsuki novel series in August 2024, with illustrations by Maiko Aoji. The second novel in the series was released on April 25, 2025. Tanio’s series has been well-received for its mature approach to the supernatural mystery genre and its suspenseful atmosphere. The novels blend elements of suspense, occultism, and police procedural, creating a unique and engaging reading experience.
Story and Themes
The series delves into themes of:
- The unseen world: Exploring the hidden supernatural forces that exist alongside our everyday reality.
- The burden of knowledge: Naruse and Kuo must grapple with the weight of their knowledge of the supernatural and the responsibility of protecting the public from its dangers.
- The nature of belief: The series explores how belief and superstition can shape reality and influence supernatural events.
- The cost of protection: Highlighting the sacrifices made by those who confront and contain supernatural threats, often at great personal risk.
Kadokawa’s Supernatural Focus
Kadokawa’s decision to adapt Sono Jubutsu, Toriatsukai ni Tsuki into a manga reflects the company’s growing interest in supernatural stories with a contemporary twist. The series is poised to appeal to fans of paranormal mysteries, esoteric police procedures, and character-driven narratives that explore the unknown.
Anticipation Builds
As the June 2025 release date approaches, fans of the Sono Jubutsu, Toriatsukai ni Tsuki novel series and manga enthusiasts alike eagerly await the manga adaptation. With Hiroichi’s artistic talent and Gin Tanio’s captivating story, the manga promises to be a thrilling addition to the supernatural mystery genre. The blend of suspense, occultism, and police procedural elements, combined with compelling characters and a unique premise, is sure to captivate readers and leave them eagerly awaiting each new installment.
