Manga Kagurabachi Focuses on Chihiro Rokuhira, a Young Boy on a Quest to Collect Magical Swords
The manga Kagurabachi was released on September 19, 2023. Before its first anniversary, it was awarded the prestigious Tsugimanga Prize.
The award was given based on a voting system, and Kagurabachi triumphed with overwhelming support. Fans around the world have praised this manga and recognized its impact on the global comic community. The results were announced on August 28, 2024.
Kagurabachi Wins in the Print Manga Category with Over 100,000 Votes
In the Print Manga Category, Kagurabachi received more than 100,000 votes. Meanwhile, “Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun: If Episode of Mafia” secured the second place with over 33,000 votes.
The creator of Kagurabachi, Hokazono, expressed his gratitude: “I feel incredibly honored that so many people have read it and find it ‘addictive.’ The encouragement fuels my passion to continue creating manga. I’m very thankful! The enthusiasm surrounding this work has been overwhelming, and I hope to keep delivering even more thrilling content.”
Fans have also shown strong support, highlighting the impact of the series within the manga industry.
One fan commented: “It’s hard to believe. For Kagurabachi, winning an award so quickly underscores its quality and popularity.”
Another added: “What sets it apart is its unique storytelling. Everything we need to know is encapsulated in a well-crafted narrative, and this series is destined to reach greater heights.”
Prior to this recognition, Kagurabachi was rapidly gaining traction as sales figures soared. As of July, it was reported that: “The combined sales for Volumes 1, 2, and 3 of Kagurabachi have reached a total of 316,577 copies! We’ve broken the 300,000-copy barrier! Volume 3 will also be featured on Oricon next week. Therefore, these numbers will change when we announce them.”
A fan further stated: “Everyone needs to recognize that whether you like it or not, this manga will definitely be well-loved, and if it gets adapted into an anime in the coming years, it will surely become a massive hit.”
