Fans of Yuki Shiwasu’s popular romantic comedy manga, Tamon’s B-Side (Tamon-kun Ima Docchi!?), have a new reason to celebrate: a spinoff series titled Tamon-kun Ima Docchi!? F/ACE Off Stage! is set to launch on July 26, 2025. This new manga will delve into the daily lives of the in-universe boy band F/ACE, offering a fresh perspective on the group at the heart of the original story.
Spinoff Focuses on F/ACE’s Hectic Lives
The announcement, made in the 15th issue of Hakusensha’s Hana to Yume magazine on July 4, confirms that Uzu Natsumo will be helming the new series. Tamon-kun Ima Docchi!? F/ACE Off Stage! will be featured in the September 1 issue of the special The Hana to Yume Numa magazine. While Tamon’s B-Side centers on the relationship between insecure idol Tamon Fukuhara and his devoted fangirl housekeeper Utage Kinoshita, the spinoff promises to shift the spotlight to the broader dynamics and behind-the-scenes chaos of the boy band F/ACE. This expansion will provide readers with a deeper look into the lives of other band members beyond Tamon.
The Original Series: Tamon’s B-Side
Yuki Shiwasu’s Tamon’s B-Side first began as a one-shot in Hana to Yume in August 2021 before being serialized in the same magazine from October 2021. The manga has garnered significant acclaim, ranking 9th on Takarajimasha’s Kono Manga ga Sugoi! (This Manga Is Amazing!) guidebook’s top-20 list for female readers in 2023 and earning a nomination for Best Shōjo Manga in Kodansha’s 47th annual Manga Awards in 2023. Viz Media has licensed the original series for English publication, describing the story as centering on Utage Kinoshita’s efforts to support Tamon Fukuhara, who, despite his charismatic stage persona, is an insecure mess contemplating quitting his idol career.
Upcoming Anime Adaptation
In addition to the new manga spinoff, Tamon’s B-Side is also inspiring an anime adaptation. The anime is scheduled to premiere in January 2026, with J.C.Staff producing the series. The original manga, known for its blend of romantic comedy, explores themes of fan devotion, idol life, and personal struggles. The upcoming anime is expected to further broaden the reach of the series to a wider audience.
The launch of Tamon-kun Ima Docchi!? F/ACE Off Stage! offers an exciting new chapter for fans eager to explore more of the Tamon’s B-Side universe and the intricacies of the idol world it portrays.
