Manga creator Gosei Furukawa launches new romantic series Jūmonji‑kun Shika Mienai

Renowned manga artist Gosei Furukawa is set to debut a new romantic‑comedy series titled Jūmonji‑kun Shika Mienai!! on Kadokawa’s online magazine Alive+. The series will begin serialization on 23 August, with three chapters released simultaneously to give readers a substantial introduction.

Kadokawa’s decision to launch the title digitally reflects the broader industry shift toward online distribution, aiming to reach a wider audience beyond traditional print channels. Furukawa is known for his previous work My Life as Inukai‑san’s Dog, and the new series continues his focus on original premises and humor within the shōjo‑romance genre.