Shonen Jump+, Shueisha’s popular digital manga platform, has launched its “1-Shot Summer Festival,” an extensive series of 12 special one-shot manga from creators who have previously serialized their works on the platform. The festival, which began on August 18 and runs daily until August 28, is a cornerstone of the platform’s 10th-anniversary celebrations, which officially mark a decade in September 2024. All one-shots are also being released simultaneously in English on Shueisha’s Manga Plus service.
A Decade of Digital Manga Innovation
Launched on September 22, 2014, Shonen Jump+ quickly established itself as a significant player in the manga industry, offering original titles alongside digital editions of Weekly Shōnen Jump. Over the past decade, it has become home to numerous globally popular series, including Chainsaw Man, Spy × Family, Kaiju No. 8, and Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku. The platform has also been noted for its comparatively laxer editorial restrictions around explicit content compared to Weekly Shōnen Jump, fostering a diverse range of creative works.
Spotlight on the “1-Shot Summer Festival” Lineup
The “1-Shot Summer Festival” is a highlight of the anniversary, showcasing the talents of various mangaka. The daily releases feature a mix of established and rising artists, providing fans with fresh, standalone stories. Notable creators participating include Taizan 5 (Takopi’s Original Sin) with “Fighting Girls,” Asato Mizu (Aharen-san wa Hakarenai) with “Shiragiku High School Lotion Sumo Club,” and Robinson Haruhara (‘Tis Time for “Torture,” Princess) contributing to “The Descent of Zegard, Prince of Destruction”. Other participating artists include Hiroshi Shimomoto, Maporo 3, Yujiro Koyama, Akari Kajimoto, Teppei Fukushima, Chanta, HAKOISSE, and Waka Oshiishi, each presenting their unique visions.
Expansive 10th Anniversary Initiatives
The “1-Shot Summer Festival” is just one component of Shonen Jump+’s ambitious 10th-anniversary campaign, which includes a wide array of projects designed to engage its vast readership and celebrate its history:
Anime Adaptations of One-Shots
In a major development, Shonen Jump+ announced plans to produce anime adaptations of select one-shot stories. This ambitious project involves collaborations with renowned animation studios WIT STUDIO, CONTRAIL, and Production I.G, with JOEN (a joint venture involving Aniplex, CloverWorks, WIT Studio, and Shueisha) leading the initiative. Further details on which one-shots will be adapted are expected to be announced at a later date.
“Shonen Jump+ Exhibition” in Tokyo
Fans can look forward to the “Shonen Jump+ Exhibition JUMP PLUS 10TH ANNIVERSARY,” a dedicated art exhibition set to take place in Tokyo from April 18 to May 18, 2025. The exhibition will be held at the Terada Warehouse G1 Building in Tennozu Isle and will feature displays of original artwork, videos, and installations chronicling the platform’s 10-year journey.
“One-Shot Discovery” Portal Site
Highlighting the platform’s rich history of standalone stories, a dedicated portal site titled “One-Shot Discovery” is slated to launch in October 2024. This site will serve as an archive for over 2,000 one-shot manga released on Shonen Jump+ over the past decade, featuring recommendations, interviews with manga enthusiasts, and year-by-year rankings.
“Jump+ Jumble Rush” Mobile Game
A new mobile game, “Jump+ Jumble Rush,” is set to release this fall for iOS and Android devices, adding an interactive dimension to the anniversary celebrations.
“Shonen Jump+ 10th Anniversary Manga Awards”
To foster new talent and commemorate the anniversary, a large-scale manga award with a total prize pool exceeding 10 million yen has been announced. Ten popular Shonen Jump+ manga artists will serve as special judges for this landmark competition.
Additional Celebrations
Other initiatives include a free campaign offering access to over 20 popular titles from October 9 to October 18, 2024, and a POP UP event titled “#Jumpla365” in Omotesando, starting October 17, 2024, featuring 365 types of acrylic keychains. A “Jump+ Radio” show, hosted by voice actor Toshiki Masuda, is also set to begin airing on October 6, 2024, with guest appearances by popular manga creators. Furthermore, a “Shonen Jump+ One-Shot Compilation” collecting twenty of the best one-shot works will be published in four volumes around winter 2024.
These extensive celebrations underscore Shonen Jump+’s significant impact on the manga industry and its continued commitment to innovative content and fan engagement.
