New Manga Series 'Hatsukoi Geinin' Announced by Shogakukan
Shogakukan's Manga ONE platform has revealed an exciting new addition to its lineup: a manga titled Hatsukoi Geinin (First Love Comedian), created by Jin Mocoyama. The series is based on a story by Takeshi Nakazawa (known for Kimoiman) and is set to launch on August 8.
The manga follows a romantic story between a failing comedian who has no experience in love and a mysterious character named Ichikawa. It promises a blend of humor and heartfelt moments.
Jin Mocoyama's Previous Works
In January 2023, Mocoyama launched the manga Nemu-chan no Sei de Nemurenai! (I Can't Sleep Because of Nemu-chan!) in Kadokawa's Comic Cune magazine.
He also created the manga I'm Cute Enough to Get Away With It! (Kawaii Kara Giri Yuruseru), which was published on Shogakukan's Ura Sunday web manga service starting August 2021.
The first volume of this manga was released in March 2022, with the third and final volume shipping in November 2022.
The manga has been licensed and published digitally in English by Comikey.