Comic Label "DONUTS COMICS" Launches! Original Comic "One Chance Buddy!" by Akagigisho Starts Serialization Today!

DONUTS Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Keinari Nishimura) has established the comic label "DONUTS COMICS." As the first work under this label, the original comic "One Chance Buddy!" (Author: Akagigisho) began serialization today, March 31, 2026 (Tuesday), on major electronic comic stores. Serialization is scheduled for bi-weekly updates.

"DONUTS COMICS" Official X Account: https://x.com/donutscomics_bl

■ Background of the Launch of "DONUTS COMICS"

To date, our company has developed entertainment that shapes the energy of the times, such as creating trends through media like the women's fashion magazine "Ray," and supporting individuals pursuing their dreams through the live streaming and video app "MixChannel" and the community-based media "Bishojo Zukan," operated by our group company Bishojo Zukan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Koryo Nakamura).

We have now established the comic label "DONUTS COMICS" to bring new IPs (Intellectual Properties) to the world in collaboration with creators who spin captivating stories. Moving forward, we will fuse the know-how cultivated in our existing businesses to build an ecosystem that creates "next-generation hit IPs" with multifaceted media mix in mind, thereby creating new experiential value that resonates with the digital native generation of readers.

■ About the New Serialization "One Chance Buddy!"

【A Buddy Story Set in a World Where Dog-like Humans Coexist】

Daichi Narutaki, a police officer, has lost confidence after repeatedly failing his handler training. Amidst this, his cousin Yukari, a skilled handler, is attacked and critically injured. Daichi is temporarily entrusted with the care of Yukari's partner, police dog Rick.

However, Rick possesses a peculiar trait: his concentration sharpens when he smells Daichi!

Recognizing this aptitude, Daichi is exceptionally partnered with Rick.

While navigating cohabitation in a studio apartment and rigorous training, Daichi gradually opens his heart to Rick, who innocently closes the distance between them...

As their trust deepens, the distance between them shrinks, and their relationship eventually begins to change. Will Daichi and Rick become "true partners"? And what is the truth behind the incident that attacked Yukari?

The two approach the heart of the case while filling in each other's missing pieces.

【Highlights of the Work】

■ Fusion of Police Drama x Buddy x Light BL

This work combines the unique pairing of human-like handlers and dog-like police dogs with the evolving relationship dynamics of BL. Readers can simultaneously enjoy the tension of a police buddy story and the shifting BL-esque closeness between the characters.

■ Depiction of a Relationship Wavering Between Reason and Instinct

Leveraging the difference in species between human-like and dog-like beings, the story carefully depicts emotions wavering between reason and instinct. The relationship's evolution between their professional roles as handler and police dog and their personal feelings is a key highlight.

■ Contrast Between Serious Incident Drama and Daily Life Cohabitation

The narrative alternates between the tense developments of the investigation and the everyday life of cohabitation in a studio apartment, creating a dynamic pace. The innocent and endearing behavior of Rick, along with the psychological portrayal of Daichi gradually opening up, draws readers in.

【About the Author】

Author Akagigisho is a manga artist active in the BL genre, known for their skill in depicting character relationships and their fast-paced storytelling. In "One Chance Buddy!," they meticulously portray the deepening of the buddy relationship and psychological connection within a world that combines the concept of dog-like humans with police drama. Furthermore, physical expressions unique to dog-like humans, such as dog ears and tails, and their physical beauty, are also a charm of this work.

■ Bibliographic Information

Title: One Chance Buddy!

Author: Akagigisho

Release Date: March 31, 2026 (Tuesday)

Update Frequency: Bi-weekly

Genre: Light BL / For Women / Police Drama

Label: DONUTS COMICS

Copyright: © Akagigisho/Donuts Co., Ltd.

【Serialization Starts on Various Electronic Bookstores】

- Amazon Kindle
https://amzn.to/4dk80IA

- Comic Seymour
https://www.cmoa.jp/title/356990/

- ebookjapan
https://ebookjapan.yahoo.co.jp/books/969457/A006667583/

- LINE Manga
https://manga.line.me/book/detail?id=B00166667583

- BookLive
https://booklive.jp/product/index/title_id/2218342/vol_no/001

- pixiv Comic
https://comic.pixiv.net/store/variants/pmmmxwz0y

...and other platforms!

■ About DONUTS Co., Ltd.

We develop web-centric services centered around five main business areas: cloud services "Jobcan," game services like "Tansha no Tora," video and live streaming service "MixChannel," medical service "CLIUS," and publishing media services including "Ray" and "Zipper," while continuously challenging new ventures.

With the theme of "services and content that leave value for 10 and 20 years to come," there are no restrictions on our business domains, and we pursue various possibilities with the speed afforded by our high equity ratio.

Company Name: DONUTS Co., Ltd.

Location: Odakyu Southern Tower 8F, 2-2-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Representative: Keinari Nishimura, Representative Director

Established: February 5, 2007

Business Activities: Cloud Service Business, Game Business, Video/Live Streaming Business, Medical Business, Publishing Media Business

Company Website: https://www.donuts.ne.jp/