Kodansha • Anime UK News

Magical Karina Volume 1 Review

This new series from Kodansha follows a young girl struggling with the passing of her grandmother and the threat of a soul-sucking monster that's looming over the town. Will she be able to rise up and fight as a magical girl?

Demelza • 30th June 2026

Manga Review

Hitting Rewind with You Volumes 1 and 2 Review

Twenty years old Wakaba and Fumito missed out on their high school days, so they come up with a simple solution... dress up as high schoolers and go on dates!

Noemi10 • 27th June 2026

Manga Review

Wistoria: Wand and Sword Volumes 11 and 12 Review

Having now had his faction decided at last, Will prepares himself for a new way of life in the Tower. But things take a turn for the worst when he and his friends are told to figure out who the traitor that's infiltrated the Tower is...

Demelza • 20th June 2026

Roundup

From our TBR pile: Pride Month June 2026 – some LGBTQIA+ recommendations

Looking for manga to read for Pride Month? Here are some suggestions you won’t want to miss!

AUKN Staff • 15th June 2026

Manga Review

That’s Not Love Volume 1 Review

Akane has recently turned 40 and after attending an art exhibition by a cram school teacher she knew, she can't help but reflect on past regrets. Namely, not reaching out to her best friend Yukari who had gotten herself into something that would leave lasting scars through no fault of her own. Peko Watanabe returns to take us through an adult drama like no other.

Demelza • 12th June 2026

Manga Review

10 Dance Volume 8 Review

Competing together in the legendary 10 Dance seems further away than ever – until ballroom champions Suzuki and Sugiki come face-to-face backstage at a competition.

Sarah • 11th June 2026

Manga Review

Omega Megaera Volume 4 Review

It’s time for the student council election – but too much is riding on the outcome of the contest between Reiko and Lily, especially for Mamiya. The plot thickens in this tense omegaverse family saga!

Sarah • 29th May 2026

Manga Review

Rent-A-Girlfriend Volumes 27-29 Review

Another three volumes of Rent-A-Girlfriend take us out of the Resort Arc and into a new phase where Mizuhara and Kazuya must figure out how to move forward.

Demelza • 22nd May 2026

Manga Review

Drawing From Your Memory Volume 1 Review

This first volume of a new Kodansha series follows a successful mangaka, who made her fame and fortune from a sadly deceased classmate's idea. Now she wants nothing more than a chance to do it all over and have him live out this bright future instead...

Demelza • 12th May 2026

Manga Review

The Dashing Zaddy and His Icy Protégé Volume 5

Takanashi and Hiwatari confess how much they care for each other, spend the night together – and then everything falls apart! Why… and just when it was all going so well…?

Sarah • 8th May 2026

Manga Review

Omega Megaera Volume 3 Review

Mamiya starts high school, only to find himself drawn into a fierce battle for the presidency of the student council; where will his loyalties lie?

Sarah • 25th April 2026

Roundup

From Our TBR Pile… April 2026

Check out our enticing selection of new volumes in ongoing manga and manhwa series to add to your lists!

AUKN Staff • 19th April 2026

Manga Review

Kei X Yaku Bound by Law Volume 11 Review

Ichiro and Shiro are investigating Shindo Chemical and the mysterious ‘Green Seed’ – but have caught the eye of a pair of assassins!

Sarah • 16th April 2026

Manga Review

Blue Period Volume 17 Review

As Yatora’s second year draws to an end, he meets up with the members of his old high school art club again – including Mori-senpai!

Sarah • 12th April 2026

Manga Review

Honey Bee & Lemon Balm Volume 1 Review

Kaoru – young, destitute and just out of prison – has a life-changing encounter with a young florist who runs a nighttime flower shop. Are they destined to change each other’s lives…?

Sarah • 10th April 2026

Manga Review

How to Deal When Your Intimidating Neighbor is Actually an Omega Volume 2 Review

Alpha Kouta’s neighbour might look scary but he’s an Omega – and now the two are dating! Where exactly is this relationship heading?

Sarah • 8th April 2026

Manga Review

Witch Hat Atelier Volume 14 Review

Coco seeks Lord Beldaruit’s help to use the Counterclock spell to defeat the valance leech attacking the city – but Vice Captain Easthies is determined to stop her!

Sarah • 1st April 2026

Manga Review

Marrying the Dark Knight (For Her Money) Volume 1 Review

Clarice must marry the Dark Knight to save her family, but the Dark Knight is actually a woman?! This new yuri series is a fun and light-hearted read.

darkstorm • 29th March 2026

Roundup

From Our TBR Pile… March 2026

New titles - or continuing series - the Anime UK News reviewers have some exciting recommendations for you to try!

AUKN Staff • 21st March 2026

Manga Review

Wind Breaker Volumes 12 and 13 Review

The Bofurin group prepare for war against Yamato Endo, but before that we get to learn all about Hajime Umemiya’s history.

Demelza • 20th March 2026