The manga written and illustrated by Yuji Kaku, Jigokuraku, is reported to have exceeded 2.3 million copies in circulation. In addition, it was reported that the tenth compilation volume will be released on June 4.
Kaku began publishing the manga on the Shueisha publisher's Shonen Jump Plus website in January 2018. The publisher published the ninth compilation volume in March 2020.
Jigokuraku Synopsis
Gabimaru the Hollow, a ninja from Iwagakure Village known for his cold demeanor, is now on death row. Tired of death and betrayal, he seeks to die. However, no method of execution seems to work on it because Gabimaru, while not admitting it, still has a reason to live. He wants to go home and see his wife, the reason for his happiness and why his work as a murderer began to hinder him. Therefore, he refuses to die.
Asaemon the Executor, a famous criminal killer, notices this and gives the ninja a proposal. He wants Gabimaru to join an expedition to an island in southern Japan in search of the elixir of life, and in return will forgive him of all his crimes. However, this island is not a normal place: it is believed to be paradise.
Source: Ranobe Sugoi
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