Fans of Norio Sakurai’s The Dangers in My Heart (僕の心のヤバイやつ, Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu), prepare for a delightful expansion of the series! A brand-new spinoff manga, titled Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu Love Comedy ga Hajimaranai (僕の心のヤバイやつ ラブコメが始まらない, The Dangers in My Heart: A Romantic Comedy Will Not Start) is launching on July 22, 2025. This time, the spotlight shifts to Kyotaro Ichikawa’s older sister, Kana, promising a fresh and comedic perspective on the beloved world.
What We Know So Far
Announcement
The announcement was made on Friday, June 6, 2025, via the official X (formerly Twitter) account for The Dangers in My Heart.
Release Date and Platform
The spinoff is scheduled to begin serialization on July 22, 2025, on Akita Shoten’s Champion Cross manga website.
Creative Team
Haika Nanasaka will illustrate the new series, with Norio Sakurai, the original creator of The Dangers in My Heart, supervising the work.
Focus on Kana Ichikawa
The spinoff will center on Kana Ichikawa, Kyotaro’s older sister. This marks the first time Kana will take center stage, allowing fans to delve into her daily life, relationships, and inner thoughts.
Who is Kana Ichikawa?
Kana Ichikawa has largely remained a background character in the main series, known for her sharp wit and casual demeanor. The spinoff offers fans a chance to explore Kana’s personal life, relationships, and inner world, making her a lead character for the first time.
Where to Read
The new spinoff series will be available on Akita Shoten’s Champion Cross manga website.
The World of “The Dangers in My Heart”
Premise of the Original Manga
The Dangers in My Heart follows Kyotaro Ichikawa, a middle school student who initially presents as a brooding loner with dark fantasies. He secretly admires Anna Yamada, the beautiful and popular class idol. However, as Kyotaro observes Anna’s own quirky personality and as she becomes friendly toward him, he begins to warm up to her. Their relationship gradually develops, and they eventually fall in love.
Seven Seas Entertainment, which licenses the manga in English, describes the plot as: “Ichikawa Kyotaro, a boy barely clinging to the bottom rung of his school’s social ladder, secretly believes he’s the tortured lead in some psychological thriller. He spends his days dreaming up ways to disrupt his classmates’ peaceful lives and pining after Anna Yamada, the class idol. But Kyotaro’s not nearly the troubled teen he pretends to be…and it turns out Anna’s a bit odd herself!”
Publication History
Norio Sakurai launched the manga in Akita Shoten’s Weekly Shōnen Champion magazine in March 2018. In April 2018, the manga moved to Akita Shoten’s Champion Cross manga website. When Champion Cross merged with Akita Shoten’s other manga website Champion Tap! to form Manga Cross (now Champion Cross) in July 2018, The Dangers in My Heart joined the new site’s roster. As of June 2025, 12 tankōbon volumes have been released. Seven Seas Entertainment licenses the series for English publication.
Anime Adaptation
The Dangers in My Heart has also been adapted into a popular anime television series. The first season, produced by Shin-Ei Animation and directed by Hiroaki Akagi, aired from April to June 2023. A second season aired from January to March 2024. A compilation film of the two seasons, including brand new animation sequences, is also planned for release. HIDIVE streams both seasons of the anime.
Other Adaptations
The franchise includes a spin-off light novel by Kota Nozomi, with illustrations by Norio Sakurai and sune. There’s also Twi-Yaba, a spin-off manga consisting of short stories originally published on Sakurai’s Twitter account, which also received an anime adaptation.
Reception and Themes
Overall Popularity
The Dangers in My Heart has garnered a significant following for its heartwarming story, relatable characters, and blend of comedy and romance.
Key Themes
- Character Growth: The series explores the personal growth of both Kyotaro and Anna as they navigate their feelings for each other and overcome their individual insecurities.
- Overcoming Differences: Despite their seemingly different personalities and social positions, Kyotaro and Anna find common ground and build a genuine connection.
- Relatability: The characters’ awkwardness, insecurities, and vulnerabilities resonate with many readers, making the story relatable and engaging.
What to Expect from the Spinoff
With Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu Love Comedy ga Hajimaranai focusing on Kana, fans can anticipate:
- New Comedic Moments: Kana’s sharp wit and casual demeanor are likely to bring fresh and humorous situations to the series.
- Deeper Character Exploration: The spinoff will delve into Kana’s personal life, relationships, and inner thoughts, providing a more comprehensive understanding of her character.
- Heartwarming Stories: Given the original series’ focus on heartfelt connections, the spinoff is expected to deliver touching stories centered around Kana and her interactions with others.
The upcoming spinoff marks another exciting chapter for The Dangers in My Heart, promising laughs, heart, and new insights into the world and characters fans have come to love. Whether you’re a long-time reader or new to the series, Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu Love Comedy ga Hajimaranai is definitely one to watch out for on July 22!
