Serialization and Conclusion of "Sanada-damashii"
Naoki Shigeno's "Sanada-damashii" is approaching its series conclusion. Hakusensha has officially announced that Volume 6 will be the final volume of this series. The release date for the final volume is scheduled for November 27, 2026. The series started serialization in 2015 on Hakusensha's Young Animal Densi platform and later moved to the Manga Park platform in 2017.
Naoki Shigeno's Achievements to Date
Naoki Shigeno is also widely known for "Shinobumonogatari" (original title: Nobunaga no Shinobi). This work began serialization in 2008 in Young Animal magazine and concluded in July 2025. The manga was adapted into an anime, with three seasons produced between 2016 and 2018, all of which were streamed by Crunchyroll. Additionally, the spin-off "Nobunaga no Shinobi Gaiden ~Owari Tōitsuki~" was published in three volumes between 2014 and 2017.
Features and Appeal of "Sanada-damashii"
"Sanada-damashii" is a 4-panel manga set in the Sengoku period, beloved by many fans. The series comically depicts the activities of the Sanada clan, receiving support from both history enthusiasts and manga fans. Shigeno's manga are characterized by stories that blend historical backgrounds with humor.
The sense of historical narrative provided by Naoki Shigeno continues to be loved by many readers, and there is significant anticipation surrounding the conclusion of "Sanada-damashii."
