Manga Label 'Dangan Comics' Launches! A New Label Featuring Comic Adaptations of Dangan Bunko Light Novels Starts Serialization on Nico Nico Manga!
BookBase Co., Ltd. launched the new manga label 'Dangan Comics' on March 25, 2026. Focusing on adaptations of its own 'Dangan Bunko' light novels, the label aims for high quality through in-house production and industry-leading artist compensation.
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BookBase Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Osaka City) launched a new manga label called 'Dangan Comics' on March 25, 2026. As the first phase, three titles—'Grimm Connect: Chapter of Little Red Riding Hood,' 'Akaka Kurokuro Paradise Jigoku-geki,' and 'Sengoku Nirvana: Ibun'—have begun serialization on Nico Nico Manga. To celebrate the launch, the first volume of the 'Grimm Connect' tankobon was released simultaneously with the start of its serialization.
Previously, BookBase has focused on light novels, centered around its 'Dangan Bunko' label. Establishing 'Dangan Comics' within the company is seen as a way to allow more people to enjoy these works and to make an impact on the highly competitive manga market.
[Features of Dangan Comics]
1. In-house label focused on quality
While comic adaptations are often handled by external labels or production companies separate from the original publisher, Dangan Comics handles all production and management within its own editorial department. This enables smooth communication with the original story side and prevents common issues like communication breakdowns.
2. Industry-leading manuscript fees
By operating directly, the company eliminates middleman margins and can redistribute those funds to the manga artists' fees (13,000 to 15,000 JPY per page). By raising fees, which tend to be lower for adaptations compared to original manga, the label solves issues such as the difficulty of hiring assistants and realizes an environment where high-quality manga can be produced stably.
3. Focus on the original works
Adaptations are limited to Dangan Bunko titles, and the goal is not simply to produce a high volume of works. Dangan Comics inherits the 'commitment to quality' philosophy of Dangan Bunko, focusing on titles that have been highly evaluated within the original label for comic adaptation.
[Regarding Serialization and Publication]
In addition to the initial three titles, two more titles are currently in production. Furthermore, the label will continue to recruit manga artists to increase the number of productions.
Previously, BookBase has focused on light novels, centered around its 'Dangan Bunko' label. Establishing 'Dangan Comics' within the company is seen as a way to allow more people to enjoy these works and to make an impact on the highly competitive manga market.
[Features of Dangan Comics]
1. In-house label focused on quality
While comic adaptations are often handled by external labels or production companies separate from the original publisher, Dangan Comics handles all production and management within its own editorial department. This enables smooth communication with the original story side and prevents common issues like communication breakdowns.
2. Industry-leading manuscript fees
By operating directly, the company eliminates middleman margins and can redistribute those funds to the manga artists' fees (13,000 to 15,000 JPY per page). By raising fees, which tend to be lower for adaptations compared to original manga, the label solves issues such as the difficulty of hiring assistants and realizes an environment where high-quality manga can be produced stably.
3. Focus on the original works
Adaptations are limited to Dangan Bunko titles, and the goal is not simply to produce a high volume of works. Dangan Comics inherits the 'commitment to quality' philosophy of Dangan Bunko, focusing on titles that have been highly evaluated within the original label for comic adaptation.
[Regarding Serialization and Publication]
In addition to the initial three titles, two more titles are currently in production. Furthermore, the label will continue to recruit manga artists to increase the number of productions.