New Manga from 'Shut Up, Takamori!' Author Kamiharu Haruno: 'Ikiru no Heta na Takō no Joshi'

Kamiharu Haruno, author of the beloved manga series 'Shut Up, Takamori!', is preparing to meet readers with a brand new project. According to the official announcement by the publisher, Haruno's new manga 'Ikiru no Heta na Takō no Joshi' (Approximate translation: 'Octopus Girl Bad at Living') will begin its journey with its first chapter on July 22, 2026.

According to information reported by Anime News Network, although it has not yet been clarified which magazine the new series will be published in, Haruno's work will have a structure combining humor and daily life themes. Having made a name for himself in recent years with 'Shut Up, Takamori!', Haruno seems to focus again on absurd comedy and unusual characters with this new manga.

So why is this new manga important? 'Shut Up, Takamori!' was a series published on the MangaONE platform since 2021, known especially for the unstoppable talkativeness of the main character Takamori. The series quickly gained a large readership and reached 5 volumes. After this success, author Kamiharu Haruno aims to excite both existing fans and new readers by launching a new project.

The 'octopus girl' metaphor in the new series' title may be a continuation of the weird but cute character designs seen in Haruno's previous works. Although no official introduction has been made by the publisher yet, the mangaka's social media posts and silence about the project signal that the series will make a surprise debut. Fans eagerly await how Haruno will build a new world this time and how he will transfer Takamori's energy to new characters.

More details about 'Ikiru no Heta na Takō no Joshi', which will start on July 22, (publication platform, chapter schedule, potential English/Turkish translation) will become clear in the coming days. If you loved the laughter-filled atmosphere of 'Shut Up, Takamori!', this new manga seems likely to top your list. All eyes on July 22!