Usamaru Furuya, the acclaimed Japanese manga artist known for works like No Longer Human, announced, in January 2026, a new creative venture. Through his X (formerly Twitter) account, the author revealed that he will launch a new manga in the spring of this year. The premise already draws attention: the story will take place 100 years in the past, promising a narrative time travel. This announcement is significant because it marks his return to an original series since the conclusion of the first part of Lunatic Circus in 2022, fueling fans’ expectations for a new work.
Scheduled to debut between March and June, the new work emerges as a breath of fresh air in the Japanese comics scene. The author, known for his psychological narratives and striking visuals, has a successful trajectory. Therefore, the news was received with enthusiasm by the otaku community, both in Japan and among Brazilian fans who follow his stories. There are no details yet about the publisher or magazine that will publish the series, but the direct announcement on social media ensured immediate impact.
Author’s trajectory and legacy
To understand the relevance of this announcement, it’s worth looking at the author’s resume. Furuya is not just any name. He completed the first part of Lunatic Circus in September 2022, a manga he had started in August 2020. Additionally, between 2017 and 2020, he conducted Amane Gymnasium in Kodansha’s Morning Two magazine. His portfolio is diverse and includes acclaimed adaptations, such as No Longer Human (based on the work of Osamu Dazai) and original titles like Genkaku Picasso and Lychee Light Club. Thus, his return to comics with a historical story is an event for collectors.
In the international market, part of his work has already reached the West, which broadens his recognition. Viz Media published Genkaku Picasso in English, while Vertical released Lychee Light Club and No Longer Human. However, the 51 Ways to Save Her project, which was to be published by DC Comics’ CMX Manga, ended up canceled with the closure of the imprint in 2010. Despite this, Furuya’s reputation remains solid. Now, with the promise of a narrative set a century ago, fans await to see what new universe he will build in 2026.
