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Naoki Urasawa's *Billy Bat* Manga Makes Long-Awaited English Debut
Naoki Urasawa's acclaimed *Billy Bat* manga is finally set for its first official English translation, with Abrams ComicArts' Kana releasing the first volume on June 2, 2026. This marks the series' global debut, nearly two decades after its 2008 Japanese serialization.
Yoshihiro Togashi's *Hunter x Hunter* manga will release Volume 39 in Japan on July 3, 2026, ending a nearly two-year hiatus since Volume 38's September 2024 debut. Also, writer Robinson Haruhara and artist Taishi Tsutsui, previously noted for their individual works, have launched a new bishōjo animal comedy manga titled *Animal Signal*, debuting in Shonen Jump on June 8.
In anime news, a new short titled *Narumi's Week at Work*, based on the *Kaiju No. 8: Relax* spinoff manga, is slated for Fall 2026. Additionally, the *Paradox Live THE ANIMATION* series announced an upcoming film project by Studio GRAPH77.
The Bottom Line
These announcements highlight a dynamic period of new content and long-awaited releases for both manga readers and anime viewers.
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