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Youth Full Swing Heroine! "You Are Slugger" (Nametake/Roka Mano) Begins Serialization on Comic DAYS from April 13!

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Published Apr 13, 2026 9:30 PM ・ Updated Jun 16, 2026 7:45 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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It tells the story of Wako Uonuma, an awkward high school girl aiming to become a professional baseball player, who grows with the support of those around her.
The first chapter is always free, and new free chapters are updated every other Monday.

The youth baseball manga "You Are Slugger" by Nametake and Roka Mano began serialization on Kodansha's web manga service "Comic DAYS" from April 13, 2026. It tells the story of Wako Uonuma, an awkward high school girl aiming to become a professional baseball player, who grows with the support of those around her. The first chapter is always free, and new free chapters are updated every other Monday.

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Published: Apr 13, 2026

Wako Uonuma, a high school girl aiming to become a professional baseball player. A genius slugger with a powerful swing... but in her daily life, she's a surprisingly clumsy and inefficient girl. Even with daily troubles, Wako moves forward with all her might, supported by her childhood friend Taiji and those around her. Her spirit moves the hearts of those around her—a youth baseball story right in the middle of adolescence!

The first chapter is always free. New free chapters are updated every other Monday at noon.

[Work Chapter 1 URL] https://comic-days.com/series/12207421983529845451/first_episode

Comic DAYS Website https://comic-days.com

iOS app here https://itunes.apple.com/jp/app/%E3%82%B3%E3%83%9F%E3%83%83%E3%82%AFdays/id1288398252

Android app here https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.co.kodansha.comicdays&hl=ja

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Announced　Apr 13, 2026 9:30 PM — Distributor PR TIMES
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FAQ

What is the title of the new manga series starting on Comic DAYS?

The title of the new manga series is 'You Are Slugger' by Nametake and Roka Mano.

Who is the main character in 'You Are Slugger' and what is her goal?

The main character is Wako Uonuma, a high school girl aiming to become a professional baseball player.

When did the serialization of 'You Are Slugger' begin on Comic DAYS?

The serialization of 'You Are Slugger' began on April 13, with new chapters updated every other Monday.

What unique contrast is shown in the main character Wako Uonuma's personality?

Wako Uonuma is a genius slugger with a powerful swing but is surprisingly clumsy and inefficient in daily life.

Where can readers access free chapters of 'You Are Slugger' and how often are they updated?

Readers can access free chapters on the Comic DAYS website or app, with new free chapters updated every other Monday at noon.

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