Talented
author Sana Kirioka , known for her beloved work
on Taisho Otome Otogi Banashi , has launched a new
manga titled Rikka Kitan through Kodansha 's Comic
Days app . The series debuted on Monday, May 20, 2025 (UTC+2),
and its first compiled book volume has been confirmed for release on August
20 .
The story
takes us to a fantasy world of Edo , where a werewolf
named Tōma works as a patrolman, protecting the city's peace.
His quiet routine changes dramatically when he saves a mysterious young
woman, Rikka , who is fleeing from unknown attackers. Rikka
turns out to be a noblewoman from the distant territory of Izumo ,
carrying a secret that has turned her life into a constant escape.
Moved by
compassion, Tōma decides to offer her shelter. But what begins as an altruistic
gesture quickly becomes a challenge for both of them, especially since
it's Tōma's first time living with a girl . While Rikka yearns
for the quiet life of a patrolman, they must both face the consequences of this
new bond in a city that holds more secrets than it seems.
From
Taisho sweetness to Edo tension
Kirioka
began her career with the successful manga Taisho Otome Otogi
Banashi , serialized in Shueisha 's Jump SQ magazine from 2015 to 2017 .
Its sequel, Showa Otome Otogi Banashi , was published
digitally through Shonen Jump+ and concluded in 2020 .
Both stories won over readers with their blend of romance, period drama, and
emotional sensitivity.
The
franchise even made its way to television with an animated adaptation that
premiered in October 2021 , available through Funimation .
Additionally, Kirioka also explored the universe of her characters with the
spin-off Taisho Otome Otogi Banashi: Enseika no Shokutaku ,
which ran from July to December 2021 .
With Rikka
Kitan , the author bets on a story full of action, romance and
supernatural elements, opening a new era that promises to captivate both her
regular fans and new readers looking for excitement in a fantastical and
traditional setting.
