Kohei Horikoshi Announces Horror One‑Shot 'Don't Laugh, Shijima‑San

Manga creator Kohei Horikoshi revealed that a new one‑shot titled “Don’t Laugh, Shijima‑San” will appear in Weekly Shonen Jump on August 10, 2026. The 61‑page story is described as a boy‑meets‑girl horror tale featuring a perpetually smiling girl named Moku‑San who may be hiding a terrifying secret.

In a separate interview, Studio BONES president Masahiko Minami reflected on the decade‑long partnership with Horikoshi on My Hero Academia, the series’ recent epilogue, and related projects such as the Vigilantes spin‑off and recent films. While he did not confirm any specific new My Hero Academia production, Minami said the studio remains open to original anime projects and will continue exploring new stories.

Both pieces underscore the franchise’s ongoing popularity and hint at future creative directions, though concrete plans beyond the upcoming one‑shot remain unannounced.