Chie Shinkyū's Mikako 72-Sai Manga Concludes: A Heartfelt Farewell
Discover the emotional conclusion of the manga by Coamix, published on June 27. Dive into the final chapter and experience the story's epic ending.
Final Chapter of 'Mikako 72-sai' Published on June 27
Coamix's Comic Zenon website announced the release of the final chapter of the manga 'Mikako 72-sai' (72-Year-Old Mikako) on June 27. This heartfelt story follows Mikako, a 72-year-old woman who recently lost her husband and now lives alone in their home.
Her children and grandchildren worry about her well-being and gift her a smartphone. While exploring her new device, Mikako stumbles upon her late husband's old account, sparking memories and reflections.
Background and Publication
- Shinkyū launched the manga on Comic Zenon in 2021.
- The first compiled volume was published by Coamix in February 2022.
- The final, fourth volume is scheduled for release on August 20.
Shinkyū's Other Works
- Her manga 'Takako-san' concluded with its sixth volume in February 2021.
- She also created 'Wakako-zake', which began in 2011 and has been adapted into various formats.
'Wakako-zake' Series Highlights
- Started in Monthly Comic Zenon by North Stars Pictures and Tokuma Shoten.
- The manga was digitally released in English by Media Do in October 2018.
- A spinoff, 'Taishū Sakaba Wakao - Wakako-zake Betten', launched in January 2019 and ended in 2022.
Adaptations and Media
- The manga inspired a 12-episode live-action TV series that first aired in January 2015.
- Subsequent seasons aired in 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2022, and most recently in July 2023.
- The series also featured a special episode in December 2020.
- Crunchyroll streamed the series as it aired, including the second season.
- Additionally, a series of three-minute anime shorts starring Miyuki Sawashiro premiered in July 2015.
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This marks the end of a significant chapter for fans of Shinkyū's touching stories, leaving a lasting impression on readers worldwide.