Professor Shigeru Takao's 30th Anniversary of Drawing! New Works by Shigeru Takao × Nanpei Yamada Featured! 'Melody' June Issue with 'Vampire and His Merry Companions' on the Cover Released on Tuesday, April 28!
Hakusensha, Inc. announced the release of the June issue of 'Melody' on April 28, featuring a special celebration of manga artist Shigeru Takao's 30th anniversary. The issue includes a new Chinese BL manga by Takao Shigeru and Nanpei Yamada, along with other commemorative projects like new comic releases and an original artwork exhibition.
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Hakusensha, Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Yasufumi Takagi) released the June issue of 'Melody' on Tuesday, April 28.
[Girls' Manga Magazine 'Melody'] https://melody-web.com/
'Melody' June 2026 Issue
A new original Chinese BL manga, 'Hyakushi Kochu no Kimi - The Master in the Pot Who Died a Hundred Times -' by [Art by] Shigeru Takao and [Story by] Nanpei Yamada, appears with a color lead!
'Hyakushi Kochu no Kimi - The Master in the Pot Who Died a Hundred Times -' (Art by Shigeru Takao, Story by Nanpei Yamada)
Huo Xiao is asked to do a certain job by the young master Zhi Lan...?
Professor Shigeru Takao's 30th Anniversary Feature!
Color Article 'Professor Shigeru Takao's 30th Anniversary Feature!'
Professor Shigeru Takao celebrates her 30th anniversary since debut this year! She has published fascinating manga with beautiful illustrations, emotionally stirring scenes, and delicate portrayals of inner feelings.
Her latest comics and memorial projects are in full swing!
Paper editions of the magazine also include a special present campaign for signed comic sets!
■ NEWS 1: HCS 2 completed volumes released simultaneously on Friday, May 1!
HCS 'Mahou no Ouchi' (Shigeru Takao) Vol. 4 (Completed)
'Mahou no Ouchi' Vol. 4 (Completed)
■ Author: Shigeru Takao
■ ISBN: 9784592231295
■ Series Name: Hana to Yume Comics Special
■ Price: 770 yen (700 yen + 10% tax)
■ Release Date: 2026.5.1
Aoi, an editor, and Koho, a dollhouse artist. The two live in a detached house in the suburbs of Saitama. Aoi has a "secret" of becoming miniature during the day, but the couple's daily life is full of fun, including ume harvesting, night pools (!), and reunions with ex-boyfriends (!?). And what idea did Aoi come up with for the miniature exhibition Koho is participating in!? The final volume of a slightly mysterious yet happy everyday love story.
HCS 'Akebonobashi Sansaro Hakuhou Kissashitsu Nite' (Shigeru Takao) Vol. 5 (Completed)
'Akebonobashi Sansaro Hakuhou Kissashitsu Nite' Vol. 5 (Completed)
■ Author: Shigeru Takao
■ ISBN: 9784592231288
■ Series Name: Hana to Yume Comics Special
■ Price: 770 yen (700 yen + 10% tax)
■ Release Date: 2026.5.1
Kinoh and Claude's feelings were reciprocated. The two promised to reunite and parted ways, but Kinoh, eagerly awaiting Claude's return, receives a certain notification. The tragedy that befell Claude, the reason Kinoh waits every Friday at the 'Hakuhoudo' cafe, and— All mysteries are revealed in this moving final volume.
■ NEWS 2: Shigeru Takao 30th Anniversary Manpuku Gacha now open!
To commemorate the 30th anniversary of her career, an online lottery covering Shigeru Takao's works is currently underway!
Including two stickers, acrylic dioramas, and replicated original artwork, prizes range from A to D, and even a W prize!
Event Period: ~ Ends Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Details here: https://hakusensha.gachatoku.me/products/takao30
■ NEWS 3: Nanpei Yamada × Mari Hidaka × Shigeru Takao Three-Artist Original Artwork Exhibition
To commemorate the career anniversaries of three prominent Hakusensha manga artists, including Professor Shigeru Takao, an original artwork exhibition will be held! Enjoy the distinct worlds of these three artists, who also interact privately, in a space gathering over 100 original and replicated artworks!
Period: Saturday, June 6, 2026 ~ Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Hours: 10:00 ~ 18:00 (Last admission 17:30)
Venue: Former Ozaki Teodora House, Tokyo (Gallery, Shop, Cafe)
Check the official website for details: https://3cartoonist-yht.fundom-event.com/
'Ashikizu Funjyaimashita' (Mikoto Aso) appears with color pages!
Color pages 'Ashikizu Funjyaimashita' (Mikoto Aso)
A very ordinary family living in Kawasaki. But they have a secret...!?
HCS latest Vol. 7 released on Friday, May 1!
HCS 'Ashikizu Funjyaimashita' (Mikoto Aso) Vol. 7
'Ashikizu Funjyaimashita' Vol. 7
■ Author: Mikoto Aso
■ ISBN: 9784592231271
■ Series Name: Hana to Yume Comics Special
■ Price: 825 yen (750 yen + 10% tax)
■ Release Date: 2026.5.1
Chuu Kato, of the Kawasaki Higashi Police Station's First Investigation Division, Violent Crimes Section, is diligently working with his partner Hana Kudo! Mitsuko, a dominatrix at an SM club, is attacked by a client. Mitsuko seems pleased with Hana and Chuu's sincere response. However, the attack case is not straightforward and becomes complicated...? Also included is an attempted random attack by a young man who said, "It could have been anyone," and assaulted a muscular man.
Special one-shot! 'Danchi no Mado ni' (Madotsawa Madoko) appears with color pages!
Color pages 'Danchi no Mado ni' (Madotsawa Madoko)
[Girls' Manga Magazine 'Melody'] https://melody-web.com/
'Melody' June 2026 Issue
A new original Chinese BL manga, 'Hyakushi Kochu no Kimi - The Master in the Pot Who Died a Hundred Times -' by [Art by] Shigeru Takao and [Story by] Nanpei Yamada, appears with a color lead!
'Hyakushi Kochu no Kimi - The Master in the Pot Who Died a Hundred Times -' (Art by Shigeru Takao, Story by Nanpei Yamada)
Huo Xiao is asked to do a certain job by the young master Zhi Lan...?
Professor Shigeru Takao's 30th Anniversary Feature!
Color Article 'Professor Shigeru Takao's 30th Anniversary Feature!'
Professor Shigeru Takao celebrates her 30th anniversary since debut this year! She has published fascinating manga with beautiful illustrations, emotionally stirring scenes, and delicate portrayals of inner feelings.
Her latest comics and memorial projects are in full swing!
Paper editions of the magazine also include a special present campaign for signed comic sets!
■ NEWS 1: HCS 2 completed volumes released simultaneously on Friday, May 1!
HCS 'Mahou no Ouchi' (Shigeru Takao) Vol. 4 (Completed)
'Mahou no Ouchi' Vol. 4 (Completed)
■ Author: Shigeru Takao
■ ISBN: 9784592231295
■ Series Name: Hana to Yume Comics Special
■ Price: 770 yen (700 yen + 10% tax)
■ Release Date: 2026.5.1
Aoi, an editor, and Koho, a dollhouse artist. The two live in a detached house in the suburbs of Saitama. Aoi has a "secret" of becoming miniature during the day, but the couple's daily life is full of fun, including ume harvesting, night pools (!), and reunions with ex-boyfriends (!?). And what idea did Aoi come up with for the miniature exhibition Koho is participating in!? The final volume of a slightly mysterious yet happy everyday love story.
HCS 'Akebonobashi Sansaro Hakuhou Kissashitsu Nite' (Shigeru Takao) Vol. 5 (Completed)
'Akebonobashi Sansaro Hakuhou Kissashitsu Nite' Vol. 5 (Completed)
■ Author: Shigeru Takao
■ ISBN: 9784592231288
■ Series Name: Hana to Yume Comics Special
■ Price: 770 yen (700 yen + 10% tax)
■ Release Date: 2026.5.1
Kinoh and Claude's feelings were reciprocated. The two promised to reunite and parted ways, but Kinoh, eagerly awaiting Claude's return, receives a certain notification. The tragedy that befell Claude, the reason Kinoh waits every Friday at the 'Hakuhoudo' cafe, and— All mysteries are revealed in this moving final volume.
■ NEWS 2: Shigeru Takao 30th Anniversary Manpuku Gacha now open!
To commemorate the 30th anniversary of her career, an online lottery covering Shigeru Takao's works is currently underway!
Including two stickers, acrylic dioramas, and replicated original artwork, prizes range from A to D, and even a W prize!
Event Period: ~ Ends Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Details here: https://hakusensha.gachatoku.me/products/takao30
■ NEWS 3: Nanpei Yamada × Mari Hidaka × Shigeru Takao Three-Artist Original Artwork Exhibition
To commemorate the career anniversaries of three prominent Hakusensha manga artists, including Professor Shigeru Takao, an original artwork exhibition will be held! Enjoy the distinct worlds of these three artists, who also interact privately, in a space gathering over 100 original and replicated artworks!
Period: Saturday, June 6, 2026 ~ Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Hours: 10:00 ~ 18:00 (Last admission 17:30)
Venue: Former Ozaki Teodora House, Tokyo (Gallery, Shop, Cafe)
Check the official website for details: https://3cartoonist-yht.fundom-event.com/
'Ashikizu Funjyaimashita' (Mikoto Aso) appears with color pages!
Color pages 'Ashikizu Funjyaimashita' (Mikoto Aso)
A very ordinary family living in Kawasaki. But they have a secret...!?
HCS latest Vol. 7 released on Friday, May 1!
HCS 'Ashikizu Funjyaimashita' (Mikoto Aso) Vol. 7
'Ashikizu Funjyaimashita' Vol. 7
■ Author: Mikoto Aso
■ ISBN: 9784592231271
■ Series Name: Hana to Yume Comics Special
■ Price: 825 yen (750 yen + 10% tax)
■ Release Date: 2026.5.1
Chuu Kato, of the Kawasaki Higashi Police Station's First Investigation Division, Violent Crimes Section, is diligently working with his partner Hana Kudo! Mitsuko, a dominatrix at an SM club, is attacked by a client. Mitsuko seems pleased with Hana and Chuu's sincere response. However, the attack case is not straightforward and becomes complicated...? Also included is an attempted random attack by a young man who said, "It could have been anyone," and assaulted a muscular man.
Special one-shot! 'Danchi no Mado ni' (Madotsawa Madoko) appears with color pages!
Color pages 'Danchi no Mado ni' (Madotsawa Madoko)