An Unforgettable Summer Vacation for High School Students Devoted to Love and Shogi! Volume 6 of the Phantom Masterpiece Shogi Manga 'Warai, Zeffiro' Finally Released Digitally!
Volume 6 of the phantom shogi manga 'Warai, Zeffiro' is now available digitally.
📋 Article Processing Timeline
- 📰 Published: March 31, 2026 at 18:00
- 🔍 Collected: April 1, 2026 at 13:39 (19h 39m after Published)
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: April 17, 2026 at 08:22 (378h 42m after Collected)
On March 25, 2026, Bourbon Comics (Representative: Nobuhisa Saito) announced the digital release of Volume 6 of the long-unavailable, phantom masterpiece shogi manga, 'Warai, Zeffiro: The Story of Nishikazeoka High School Shogi Club,' across major e-bookstores. This volume depicts the members of the Nishikaze Shogi Club spending their summer immersed in shogi, encountering Sora, the strongest junior high student in 'Doubutsu Shogi,' at the beach during a break. It also features the opening of the 'Metropolitan High School Shogi League,' where strong shogi schools from across the Kanto region gather, and Asukada reunites with his fated rival, Ichiyanagi. Please enjoy the sixth installment of this youth drama filled with friendship, love, and shogi!
■ Characteristics of the Work
'Warai, Zeffiro: The Story of Nishikazeoka High School Shogi Club' is a youth ensemble drama set in the shogi club of Nishikazeoka High School in Kanagawa Prefecture, depicting the members' struggles and growth as they aim for the national tournament. With realistic match depictions serialized in the specialized shogi magazine 'Weekly Shogi' and a story carefully weaving together friendship, love, and conflict, it has received high praise not only from shogi fans but also from general readers. Volumes 1 to 6 are currently available.
■ Highlights of Volume 6
'Warai, Zeffiro: The Story of Nishikazeoka High School Shogi Club 6'
The story intertwines friendship, love, and passionate dedication to shogi. Volume 6 depicts the interactions with a junior high student who invites them to play 'Doubutsu Shogi' at the beach, and the activities of the Nishikaze Shogi Club participating in the 'Metropolitan High School Shogi League' held at the end of summer. During the summer vacation... their individual approaches to shogi and their romantic lives gradually change. A shogi game of youth depicting an unforgettable summer for male and female high school students devoted to shogi!
■ Release Information
Title: Warai, Zeffiro: The Story of Nishikazeoka High School Shogi Club 6
Author: Akira Yanagiba
Label: Bourbon Comics
Release Date: March 25, 2026
Price: 799 yen (excluding tax)
Distribution Format: Digital Book (eEPUB3)
*One volume will be released each month thereafter, with a total of 15 volumes planned.
■ Series Cumulative Total & Outlook
Volumes 1-3 were released on December 29, 2025, and subsequent volumes are being released on the 25th of each month. Continuous release ongoing.
We will continue to deliver release information!
Press Release for Volumes 1-3 → https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000175526.html
Press Release for Volume 4 → https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000175526.html
Press Release for Volume 5 → https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000175526.html
■ Content of All 15 Volumes
Volume 1 "2nd Year Spring" ① / Volume 2 "2nd Year Spring" ②
Volume 3 "2nd Year Spring" ③ / Volume 4 "2nd Year Spring" ④
Volume 5 "2nd Year Summer" ① / Volume 6 "2nd Year Summer" ② (This Volume)
Volume 7 "2nd Year Autumn" ① / Volume 8 "2nd Year Autumn" ②
Volume 9 "2nd Year Winter" ① / Volume 10 "2nd Year Winter" ②
Volume 11 "3rd Year Winter" ③ / Volume 12 "3rd Year Spring" ①
Volume 13 "3rd Year Spring" ② / Volume 14 "3rd Year Spring" ③ "Summer" "Autumn"
Volume 15 "3rd Year Winter"
■ Bibliographic Information
Title: Warai, Zeffiro: The Story of Nishikazeoka High School Shogi Club
English Title: Don't cry, Zeffiro.
Author: Akira Yanagiba
Label:
Bourbon Comics
Price:
Volumes 1-3: 699 yen (excluding tax)
Volumes 4-12: 799 yen (excluding tax)
Volumes 5-15: 899 yen (excluding tax)
Distribution Format:
Digital Book (eEPUB3)
Release Start Date:
Volumes 1-3: Available since December 29, 2025
Volume 4: Released January 25, 2026
*One volume will be released each month thereafter on the 25th (total 15 volumes)
■ Copyright Notice
© Akira Yanagiba
About Bourbon Comics (Company Profile)
Bourbon Comics (X account: @bourboncomics) is a digital book publishing label launched by an editorial production company founded by former employees of a major publisher. We deliver attractive works, including popular series.
FAQ
Where can I purchase Volume 6 of 'Warai, Zeffiro'?
It has been released digitally on major e-bookstores.
How many volumes will 'Warai, Zeffiro' have in total?
It is planned to conclude with a total of 15 volumes.
What kind of episodes are depicted in Volume 6?
It depicts episodes where the club members, spending their summer immersed in shogi, meet a junior high student at the beach, and the opening of the 'Metropolitan High School Shogi League' where the protagonist reunites with his rival.