Manga about Female Detective in 1930s Ends with Next Volume

Overview

A popular manga set in the 1930s featuring a determined female detective is approaching its conclusion. The series, titled My Dear Detective: Mitsuko's Case Files (also known as Kimi wa Nazotoki no Macherie), will end with its upcoming ninth volume.

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Licensing and Release Dates

The series was licensed for digital distribution by Azuki in July 2022.
Seven Seas licensed the manga for print, with the third volume scheduled for release on June 10.

About the Series

Hoshino Mitsuko is a determined and hard-working woman living in the 1930s, a time when career women faced prejudice and societal pressure. Despite rampant sexism, Mitsuko strives to succeed as a detective. Her journey begins when she is approached by the charming waiter Yoshida Saku, who offers her his first solo case. As they work together, Mitsuko discovers that Saku is capable yet curious, leading her to take him on as her assistant. Can they solve cases amid the turbulent atmosphere of the Showa era?

Series Background

Launched in May 2021 in Futabasha's Manga Action magazine.
The manga moved to Futabasha's Web Action website in October 2023.
The manga's eighth volume was announced on May 29, 2024, and the series will conclude with the upcoming ninth volume.

Visuals & Credits

Illustration of the manga is credited to Natsumi Ito, published by Futabasha.