Kodansha Releases Edition of Shingeki no Kyojin and More for 2026

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During San Diego Comic-Con, Japanese publisher Kodansha revealed an impressive selection of titles coming in spring 2026. Highlights include compilations of hits such as Shingeki no Kyojin and BLUE LOCK, as well as new offerings ranging from police drama to urban fantasy.


Definitive Edition of Shingeki no Kyojin



Fans of Hajime Isayama's acclaimed work will be able to enjoy a deluxe hardcover edition, which will bring together three volumes in one, with elegant library-style binding, faux leather cover, gold stamping and exclusive color pages.


Synopsis: A hundred years ago, humanity was brought to the brink of extinction by giant creatures known as Titans. Now, within huge walls, peace seems restored... until a Titan knocks down a section of the wall and Eren, a young man full of dreams of freedom, sees his world fall apart.


BLUE LOCK: compilation edition



The football phenomenon created by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and illustrated by Yusuke Nomura will also receive a special edition that compiles three volumes into one.


Synopsis: An eccentric coach gathers Japan's best strikers in a radical training center called Blue Lock. There, players will compete in extreme challenges to become Japan's next star goalscorer. An explosive mix between Squid Game and Worlds, now a globally successful anime.


Other launches confirmed for 2026



  • Witch Hat Atelier: Grimoire Edition: Hardcover edition with three collected volumes, color pages, and bonus content. A luxury presentation for the magical story of Coco, a girl who dreams of being a witch in a world where only those "born" with magic can use it.

  • Cat-Life Balance: An endearing romantic comedy about an office worker who discovers his partner's secret hobby: playing with stray cats.

  • Chi's Sweet France: Iconic kitten Chi moves with her family to Paris, but urban life isn't her thing... So they quickly move to the outskirts to maintain their feline lifestyle.

  • Dragon Circus: Humans, elves, vampires, and more magical species team up to fight off an invasion of dragons. Epic science fiction signed by Eiichi Shimizu and Tomohiro Shimoguchi.

  • Lonely Deaths Lie Thick as Snow: A detective becomes obsessed with a case of 13 dead children in an abandoned mansion, which leads him on a dark journey through Japan.

  • Magical Karina: After a family tragedy, Karina is involved in a magical battle against invisible monsters that only she can see. Can you combine this with your daily jobs?

  • Stella Must Die: Intrigue and conspiracies in a kingdom where the young princess Stella survives several assassination attempts thanks to a mysterious protector.

  • That's Not Love: A 40-year-old woman discovers a hidden past linked to her childhood friend and a disturbing sculpture with too many coincidences.

  • Whoever You Are, I Love You: Yuki has the perfect life, until a stranger confronts her with a hidden truth behind the death of her brother, leading her to a web of deception in the heart of Tokyo.

A promising year for manga fans


With this powerful list of releases, Kodansha is preparing to offer readers unforgettable new experiences. From collector's editions to emotionally charged original stories, 2026 will be an emotionally charged year for manga fans around the world.

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