Chie Shinkyū, the acclaimed manga author, has just launched the new series Mitsuko-chan no Second Recipe on the digital platform Comic Zenon, published by Coamix. Premiering in late December last year, the work arrives to heat up the pop culture scene in early 2026 here in Brazil, attracting fans who follow her everyday stories. The narrative follows illustrator Mitsuko Aikawa and her husband Haruo, who follow specific household rules to maintain peace at home, exploring daily themes with humor and sensitivity.
This release is especially relevant because Shinkyū is famous for hits like Wakako-zake, which generated popular live-action and anime adaptations. Thus, readers can expect an engaging and humorous plot, similar to the style that made the author famous. Additionally, the series emerges right after the conclusion of Mikako 72-sai, which ended in June 2025, showing that Shinkyū maintains a creative and constant production for the joy of fans.
Trajectory and Previous Works
Chie Shinkyū has built a solid career in the manga world. She started Wakako-zake in 2011, a work that became a phenomenon with multiple live-action seasons. However, the author also recently concluded Mikako 72-sai last year, with its fourth and final volume released in August. Before that, Takako-san ended in 2021, demonstrating that Shinkyū knows how to create and conclude stories satisfactorily, always focusing on captivating characters and everyday situations.
TV and Streaming Adaptations
Shinkyū’s works have transcended manga pages in an impressive way. Wakako-zake, for example, gained nine live-action seasons, with the most recent premiering in October 2025. Additionally, Crunchyroll broadcast several seasons in Brazil, making the series accessible to the local audience. The anime version, with short episodes, is also available on the platform, showing how the author has conquered different formats and audiences over the years. With this track record, Mitsuko-chan no Second Recipe promises to follow the same path of success, and Brazilian fans can already follow the new series on Comic Zenon.
