Manga enthusiast and fans of Yūji Nakamura, the acclaimed creator behind Rokudo’s Bad Girls (Rokudō no Onna-tachi), can mark their calendars for January 15, as Nakamura is set to launch a brand-new series titled Hanzō to Jūsan-nin no Kunoichi-tachi (Hanzo and 13 Kunoichis). The announcement, made in the combined fourth and fifth 2026 issue of Akita Shoten’s Weekly Shōnen Champion magazine on December 25, has generated considerable excitement.
Diving into Hanzō to Jūsan-nin no Kunoichi-tachi
Nakamura’s latest endeavor promises a thrilling narrative centered on Hanzō, a solitary war orphan, as he navigates intense battles against formidable and endearing kunoichi, or female ninjas. This premise suggests a blend of action and compelling character dynamics, a hallmark often found in Nakamura’s works. The new series will feature prominently in the seventh issue of Weekly Shōnen Champion.
The Legacy of Rokudo’s Bad Girls
Yūji Nakamura is widely recognized for Rokudo’s Bad Girls, a popular romantic comedy manga that captivated readers with its unique take on delinquent culture and supernatural elements. The series, which followed the timid Tosuke Rokudo as he gained a mysterious power attracting “bad girls,” ran in Weekly Shōnen Champion from June 2016 to April 2021, accumulating 26 compiled book volumes. Its success further led to a television anime adaptation, which premiered in April 2023. The manga has also been made available digitally in English via Orange Inc.’s emaqi e-bookstore service.
Publication Details and What to Expect
The new manga, Hanzō to Jūsan-nin no Kunoichi-tachi, will be serialized in Akita Shoten’s Weekly Shōnen Champion, the same magazine that housed Rokudo’s Bad Girls. This platform ensures that Nakamura’s dedicated fanbase, accustomed to his storytelling style and dynamic art, will easily find his latest creation. Fans can anticipate another engaging series that showcases Nakamura’s distinctive flair for action, drama, and character-driven narratives.
