The manga “Houseki no Kuni (Land of the Shining)” is about to end, as announced by the magazine Monthly Afternoon. The work written and illustrated by Haruko Ichikawa will end with its next chapter which will be published on April 25th in Japan.

This popular manga series has been recognized for its fascinating world of anthropomorphic jewelry and deeply emotional storytelling. Since its debut in the pages of the magazine, “Houseki no Kuni” has captivated a wide audience both in Japan and abroad, winning countless fans for its originality and impressive art.

The work has suffered multiple suspensions since the publication of Chapter 95 in December 2020. After a long hiatus, it resumed publication with Chapter 96 in June 2022, only to be suspended again at different times for several months. It is rumored that the continuous breaks in the work were due to the author's interest in playing PlayStation 5. Interestingly, in chapter 95, the same one in which the suspensions began, Ichikawa revealed in a side note that he had acquired his new console.

In addition to the manga success, “Houseki no Kuni” was adapted into an acclaimed anime series in the fall of 2017 (October-December). The adaptation received praise for its beautiful animation. Orange Studio and its faithful depiction of the vibrant and mysterious world created by Ichikawa. This series attracted an even wider fan base, cementing the work's popularity and impact in the anime and manga community.

However, the news of the manga's upcoming end has plunged many fans into sadness and nostalgia. The multiple suspensions the play has suffered since December 2020 have led some fans to speculate about a possible cancellation, although there has been no official confirmation of this. The uncertainty over the fate of the series has sparked an outpouring of emotion among fans, many of whom have expressed sadness at the eventual conclusion of a story that has captivated them for so long.

With the end of “Houseki no Kuni” fast approaching, fans eagerly await the conclusion of this captivating story and prepare to say goodbye to a world that has thrilled and excited them over the years. Has a sequel been decided for the anime adaptation even if the manga ends now?

Source: Mogura Manga