Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! Creator Syundei Deletes X Account Due to Social Media Harassment
Syundei, the name behind the beloved manga series Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! (Ganbare! Nakamura-kun!!), saddened fans last Sunday by completely closing their X (formerly Twitter) account. It is stated that this sudden decision was driven by the severe online harassment and cyberbullying the artist had allegedly been subjected to for some time. This departure, which caused a major stir in the anime and manga world, has led other creators in the industry to speak out and draw attention to digital violence against artists.
Syundei is particularly known for their unique art style, which blends the aesthetics of the 80s and 90s with a modern touch. First published in Opera magazine in 2014, Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! follows the story of Okuto Nakamura, a shy high school student, and his platonic love for his classmate Aiki Hirose, along with the funny yet heartfelt adventures he experiences along the way. The series has achieved great success both in Japan and internationally, expanding its story with the sequel Go For It More, Nakamura-kun!!. As you may recall, fans of the series were very excited by the news of the anime adaptation announced in the past period.
This unfortunate event has reignited discussions in the manga industry regarding the mental health of artists and their safety on social media platforms. Many colleagues have posted messages of support for Syundei, highlighting the damage that attacks made through anonymous accounts inflict on the creative process. Industry representatives emphasize that fans should be more respectful and understanding toward the creators of the works they love. These platforms, where artists can communicate directly with their audiences, unfortunately sometimes become the center of such destructive interactions.
For now, it remains unclear how Syundei will continue their work or whether they will return to social media. However, there has been no official announcement of a delay from the series' publisher or the anime production team. As fans, we hope that Syundei overcomes this difficult process in the healthiest way possible and can continue their creativity in a peaceful environment. We will continue to follow the developments.
