Tokyopop Announces New Manga and Light Novel Licenses

Also featured: Real-Time Fever, The Stranger in the Hoarding House, Star and Hedgehog

Tokyopop has revealed an exciting slate of new licenses, bringing several manga and a light novel to English-speaking audiences. The announced titles include works from acclaimed creators like Nayuta Nago, Hina Ten, Taberu Kasumi, Joe Aruku, and Yuu Nagira.

Below is a closer look at each of the newly licensed series and their release details.

Fox and Puppy

Fox and Puppy cover Image courtesy of Tokyopop
© ShuCream, Nayuta Nago

Creator: Nayuta Nago
Release Date: September 23

Summary:
Aiichiro (Ai-chan) is a new editor who lands a dream job working with his idol, novelist Akihiko. But when Ai-chan catches Akihiko in a compromising situation, he’s offered a shocking proposal. However, Ai-chan’s feelings run far deeper than mere fandom...

Star and Hedgehog

Star and Hedgehog Image courtesy of Tokyopop
© Nayuta Nago

Creator: Nayuta Nago
Release Date: August 19

Summary:
A heartwarming sunshine/grumpy romance unfolds when a spirited university student returns home for the summer, only to meet and clash with a surly, edgy temporary gardener.

The Love We Share

Image courtesy of Tokyopop
© ShuCream, Hina Ten

Creator: Hina Ten
Release Date: September 16

Summary:
Machi, a single father down on his luck, finds hope when a former classmate named Mihiro offers him and his daughter a home. As they adjust, Machi and Mihiro’s relationship grows, redefining what it means to be a “found” family in this tender love story.

Real-Time Fever

Cover of Real-Time Fever Image courtesy of Tokyopop
© ShuCream, Taberu Kasumi

Creator: Taberu Kasumi
Release Date: September 9

Summary:
Shy college student Shizuka leads a secret life online as "Shiro," broadcasting adult content. When he accidentally reveals his identity to Kurosaki, his popular classmate, Shizuka is pushed to confront how far he'll go to protect his secret.

The Stranger in the Hoarding House

Creator: Joe Aruku
Release Date: August 12

Summary:
Overwhelmed by burnout, Kamakura locks himself away, surrounded by accumulating garbage. When a friendly neighbor steps in, life slowly begins to move forward again, exploring love and healing after trauma.

My Beautiful Man: Interlude (Light Novel)

Creators: Yuu Nagira, Rikako Kasai
Release Date: July 1

Summary:
Kazunari Hira is used to being overlooked thanks to a nervous stutter, but everything changes when he meets Sou Kiyoi—the stunningly beautiful leader of his school’s most popular group. Serving as a gofer for Kiyoi brings unexpected feelings, and Hira begins to wonder if he’s falling in love.

Source: Press release