Shonen Jump’s Wave of Manga Cancellations Hits Two More Series

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Introduced in 2014, Shonen Jump+ represents Shueisha’s official digital platform for manga, renowned for serializing shonen series as well as catering to various other manga demographics. Notable titles on this platform include Dandadan, Kaiju No.8, Spy x Family, and many others. Although some of these series can also be found on Manga Plus, the primary app and website for Jump+, predominantly accessible in Japan, offers a wealth of manga series not available elsewhere. Given the vast array of options, several series fail to receive the recognition they deserve. Underperforming series occupy valuable space and result in losses for the publisher when physical volumes are printed.

The series are being abruptly terminated, informally, before their planned end, and some have concluded prematurely. This year alone, more than 40 series have reached their conclusion, most of which can be found in Japan. However, the trend continues as WSJ_manga on X, a well-known source for Shonen Jump updates, has announced that two more series will end next week. One of them is “More than Lovers, Less than Friends” by Yatoyato, which is wrapping up after four years with its 100th chapter. Conversely, “Love is Overkill” by Astra Ashima is being terminated on the same day, September 1st, 2025, with Chapter 17 available on Manga Plus.

Manga Cancellations Are More Rampant Than Ever

In my observation, the time of prolonged Shonen series seems to have transitioned, paving the way for a fresh era characterized by concise works that captivate audiences more effectively. These shorter stories seem to resonate with readers less inclined to dedicate themselves to hundreds, if not thousands, of chapters.

Moreover, this shift coincides with a surge in manga readership worldwide, which intensifies the competition among creators. Shueisha, being a business, can’t afford to wait idle for a few additional months if a series is bleeding their profits.

In this digital age, as manga debuts are shared on social media platforms, the first few weeks serve as a critical litmus test, determining whether a new series will thrive or fade away.

For fledgling mangaka, it’s particularly challenging to capture readers’ attention without relying on the popularity of past works. Moreover, the manga industry places significant demands on creators, often at the cost of their health, as they grapple with an overwhelming workload. Regrettably, many renowned creators are battling various health issues due to excessive work, which raises serious concerns.

It’s generally more beneficial for creators like Gege Akutami (of Jujutsu Kaisen) to conclude a series after several years, then take a break before returning with another exciting work. This approach, however, is not the norm for everyone in the industry. For instance, Koyoharu Gotouge (Demon Slayer’s creator) hasn’t announced any new manga since the series ended five years ago.

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2025-08-27 17:41