The creative duo Manose and Miharu is in the spotlight at the beginning of 2026, thanks to the release of their manga Island Rock (Shima Rock) on the global service MANGA Plus. The Shueisha publisher’s platform announced the English publication of the title this week, with the first chapter already available for free reading. The story promises an engaging narrative about youth and music, offering straight rock ‘n’ roll to conflicted hearts, all set on a remote island where a band’s life begins.
With the official debut still occurring in January 2026, the work arrives to expand the already vast catalog of the platform, which is one of the main sources of official manga for fans around the world, including Brazil. The relevance of the release lies precisely in the democratization of access: in this way, Brazilian readers can follow the series simultaneously with the release in Japan, at no additional cost. The manga was originally released on the Shonen Jump+ platform, also from Shueisha, consolidating the company’s multi-platform distribution strategy.
Meet the creators behind the work
In addition to being responsible for Island Rock, Manose brings a background known to fans. The artist is also the illustrator of the manga Kono Fukushū ni Gal wa Iranai (This Revenge Doesn’t Need a Gal), demonstrating his versatility across different genres. This information is crucial to understanding the duo’s trajectory and the expectations surrounding the new project. Therefore, fans of their previous works have another reason to keep an eye on this musical narrative.
The setting of a remote island serves as the perfect backdrop to explore universal themes such as friendship, challenges, and passion for music. The premise invites the reader to an immersive experience, promising more than just concert scenes, but the development of the characters and their internal conflicts. Thus, the manga positions itself as an ideal read for those seeking stories of overcoming and teamwork, elements always popular in the shonen genre. The arrival of the series on MANGA Plus reinforces the platform’s commitment to bringing diversity and news straight from the heart of the Japanese industry to Brazilian fans.
