What's Life Like as the Daughter of a National Idol? The Unconventional Family Rom-Com 'Sayaka Sanada Believes the Idol's Lie' Releases Volume 1 on June 17!

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  • What's Life Like as the Daughter of a National Idol? The Unconventional Family Rom-Com 'Sayaka Sanada Believes the Idol's Lie' Releases Volume 1 on June 17!
  • A unique family romantic comedy about Sayaka Sanada, daughter of a national idol, who pretends to believe her father's public image—until a new manager arrives and disrupts her peaceful life. Print Volume 1 releases June 17, 2026.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: June 18, 2026

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A unique family romantic comedy about Sayaka Sanada, daughter of a national idol, who pretends to believe her father's public image—until a new manager arrives and disrupts her peaceful life. Print Volume 1 releases June 17, 2026.

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What's Life Like as the Daughter of a National Idol? The Unconventional Family Rom-Com 'Sayaka Sanada Believes the Idol's Lie' Releases Volume 1 on June 17! (June 18, 2026), PR Times
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June 18, 2026
A unique family romantic comedy about Sayaka Sanada, daughter of a national idol, who pretends to believe her father's public image—until a new manager arrives and disrupts her peaceful life. Print Volume 1 releases June 17, 2026.
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  • 📰 Published: June 18, 2026 at 00:00
  • 🔍 Collected: June 17, 2026 at 15:18
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The first print volume of 'Sayaka Sanada Believes the Idol's Lie' (written by Ranko), a manga about a female college student whose father is a national idol, will be released on June 17. College student Sayaka Sanada is constantly scouted due to her beauty, despite not wanting attention. She dislikes the entertainment industry—and the main reason is that her father is the beloved national idol 'Seina Leon'! To maintain family peace, Sayaka pretends to believe her father's 'lies.' But her carefully preserved tranquility begins to crack with the arrival of Leon's new manager, Kano... Volume 1 includes episodes 1 through 5. Additionally, on the same day (June 17), digital Volume 3 (episodes 7–9) will be released! Check this out if you want to see what happens next. ● Free episodes on pixiv Comic 'LULUVE'! To celebrate the manga's release, the pixiv Comic label 'LULUVE' will update 'Sayaka Sanada Believes the Idol's Lie' for six consecutive days! From June 15 (Mon) to June 20 (Sat), new main and side stories will be released daily. [LULUVE] https://comic.pixiv.net/works/11904 ● Commemorative Campaign: Win Amazon Gift Cards! Futabasha's JOUR Editorial Department X official account (@JOUR_hensyuubu) is hosting a campaign where 4 lucky winners will receive a 5,000 yen Amazon gift card featuring the Volume 1 cover illustration! Follow the official account and repost the campaign post to enter! [Campaign Period] June 17 (Wed) – June 30 (Tue) at 16:00 ● Free and Discounted Digital Campaign Multiple stores are offering a sale on the digital Volume 1 (episodes 1–3) of 'Sayaka Sanada Believes the Idol's Lie'! [Sales Period] June 17 (Wed) – June 30 (Tue) Free streaming and 315 yen sale ※ Please note the number of episodes included. Digital Volume 1: Episodes 1–3 Print Volume 1: Episodes 1–5 'Sayaka Sanada Believes the Idol's Lie' Vol. 1 Author: Ranko Format: B6 Pages: 176 Price: 770 yen (tax included) Release Date: June 17, 2026 Publisher: Futabasha Co., Ltd. Label: JOUR Comics Copyright: ©Ranko/Futabasha Details: https://www.futabasha.co.jp/book/97845753400820000000

FAQ

What genre is 'Sayaka Sanada Believes the Idol's Lie'?

A family romantic comedy about an idol's daughter and her daily life with a new manager.

Where can I read it for free?

Free episodes are available on pixiv's LULUVE from June 15 to 20, 2026.

What's the difference between digital and print volumes?

Digital Vol.1 has episodes 1–3; print Vol.1 includes 1–5, two extra episodes.

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