New Manga Set in a Cat-Filled Mahjong Parlor: 'Kanojo-tachi no Tsumoru Hanashi' Volume 1 Released

Kanojo-tachi no Tsumoru Hanashi (Their Mahjong Talks), a new manga by MikiO Andō, released its first volume on May 7, 2025. The story takes place in a cat-filled mahjong parlor and focuses on the intimate conversations young girls have during the game. The series, notable for its warm and fun atmosphere, appeals to both mahjong enthusiasts and readers who enjoy slice-of-life stories.

The author MikiO Andō is previously known for her manga Hoshikuzu Telepath (Stardust Telepath). This series gained a wide fanbase with its anime adaptation in 2023. Andō's character-focused storytelling and warm dialogues are evident in her new work as well. The manga blends a strategic game like mahjong with the funny and emotional moments from the girls' daily lives, breaking the conventional molds of its genre.

One of the series' most striking aspects is the cute cats wandering around the setting. These cats add cheer to the atmosphere and help establish natural bonds between the characters. Kanojo-tachi no Tsumoru Hanashi emphasizes the bursts of laughter and heartfelt confessions during the game more than the strategies at the mahjong table. In this regard, it recalls works like Chihayafuru or 3-gatsu no Lion, which are game-themed but focus heavily on human relationships.

After the first volume, the series' digital chapters continue to be published in Japanese magazines. A second volume is expected to be announced in the coming months. For MikiO Andō fans, this new work offers a warm and intimate reading experience bearing the author's signature. There is no official translation in Turkey yet, but as it gains popularity, it is likely to attract the interest of local publishers.