Known for their publishing of comic books and art books based on numerous franchises, Udon Entertainment also offers a range of English localised manga works. The company has shared four new manga acquisition licenses, ranging from action-titles to tales about adorable cats, all of which will begin distribution in 2024. Scroll down for more information on each:
Ottoman: Henshin Hero Husband
Manga by Shinnosuke Kanazawa
To be released as part of two omnibus volumes
Soya Gomi has a pretty great life: a solid job, a loving wife, and… super powers? When a mysterious alien accident gives Gomi superpowers, he is forced to become “Ottoman” (Husband-man), devoted to saving his wife and the world from the evil aliens that threaten them!
My Stepmom’s Daughter is My Ex
Manga featuring story by Kyousuke Kamishiro, manga adaptation by Rei Kusakabe and character designs by TakayaKi
Leaving your middle-school romance behind and getting a fresh start in high school sounds like the perfect idea! Too bad your ex-girlfriend’s mom is your dad’s new wife, and your Ex is your stepsister! A hilarious romantic comedy, based on the popular light novel series by Kyōsuke Kamishiro and character designs by Takayaki, and adapted to manga by Rei Kusakabe!
More Than a Married Couple, But Not Lovers
Manga by Yuuki Kanamaru
Would you take an oath of false romance for the sake of your true love?
When third-year high-school student Jiro Yakuin gets partnered up with the outrageous gyaru Akari Watanabe for his “Marriage Practical” class, they know their marriage would be a disaster! But if they do very well on the project they’ll be able to switch partners and end up with their crushes! Now this odd couple must force themselves to act like the perfect married couple… no matter what!
Fall In Love with a Travelling Cat
Manga by Juno (Mofusand)
The cute kitties of Mofusand have conquered Japan and now, they’re going travelling! Incredible illustrator Juno brings the lives and travels of the these cats to life in Fall In Love with a Travelling Cat! This cute and funny full-color book is unlike anything published by UDON before, and maybe even unlike anything in English! Much more information coming soon!
