New Manga from Samurai Deeper Kyo Creator Akimine Kamijyō: <strong>KILLER+SITTER</strong>
After a long wait, exciting news for manga fans: Samurai Deeper Kyo creator Akimine Kamijyō is returning with a new series, KILLER+SITTER. The manga will officially begin publication in Japan on June 24, 2026.
Although not many details have been shared about the new series yet, its name (Killer+Sitter) is quite intriguing. Expected to combine both action and comedy elements, this manga may revolve around an assassin unexpectedly taking care of a child. With Kamijyō's signature sharp art style and deep character development, KILLER+SITTER is expected to attract attention quickly.
Akimine Kamijyō gained worldwide recognition with Samurai Deeper Kyo, which ran from 2000 to 2006. Set in feudal Japan with an alternate history, this series left its mark on manga history with its 38-volume long narrative. After this series, Kamijyō turned to smaller-scale works. Now he is preparing to create a brand new world.
Although the mangaka has been publishing short stories on digital platforms and special magazines in recent years, KILLER+SITTER marks his full-fledged return as a series. Kamijyō, one of the key figures of the early 2000s shonen movement, has surprised readers, especially those who love nostalgia. It hasn't been announced yet in which magazine or platform the series will be published, but it is likely to be printed in Weekly Shonen Magazine or a similar publication.
The manga world is witnessing the return of a master pen. For fans of Samurai Deeper Kyo, this news is nothing short of a blessing. In the coming days, more information about the series' drafts, character introductions, and publication platform is expected. Promotional images and trailers may be released before the official launch on June 24. The series, which will start in Japan, may also be simultaneously available on international digital platforms.
