Fusosha’s Weekly Spa! magazine, a prominent Japanese publication known for its diverse content, is expanding its digital presence with the upcoming launch of “Manga Spa!”, a new dedicated manga website. The platform is officially set to go live on September 24.
The announcement, made in late August, highlights the magazine’s strategic move to further engage its audience and cater to the growing demand for digital manga. Manga Spa! will feature a curated selection of new and existing manga titles, bringing a fresh wave of content to readers.
Featured Manga Titles on Manga Spa!
The new platform will introduce several highly anticipated series, alongside popular works already familiar to Weekly Spa! readers. One of the notable new additions is The Dogfather by Tsunomaru, creator of Midori no Makibao, which is scheduled to debut shortly after the site’s launch on September 29.
Other new manga slated for release on Manga Spa! include:
- Shimoteku-ke ~Gan, Kaigo, Hattatsu-Shōgai! Ponkotsu Sansedai Shuraba Nikki by Bakka Okita.
- Nani mo Shinai Oshi ni Ikui hi (A Day to Do Nothing) by Mankitsu.
In addition to these fresh titles, Manga Spa! will also feature several manga that have previously been available on Weekly Spa!’s existing “My Spa” website. These include acclaimed works such as:
- Kodoku no Gourmet (Solitary Gourmet) by Masayuki Kusumi and Jiro Taniguchi.
- Romance Bōfūiki by Akane Torikai.
- Asuka Clinic wa Kyō mo Ame (It’s Raining Again Today at Asuka Clinic) and Hajime no Isshō (Hajime’s Life) by Takeo Aoki.
- Hitozuma A (Married Woman A) by Hanayo Hanatsu.
Weekly Spa!’s Enduring Legacy
Weekly Spa!, published by Fusosha, has long been a staple in Japanese media, targeting urban salarymen in their twenties and thirties. The weekly magazine offers a comprehensive blend of content, spanning business, political economy, culture, romance, and entertainment, providing a distinct perspective on societal issues. Its foray into a dedicated manga website underscores the evolving landscape of content consumption and the continued popularity of manga across diverse demographics. The launch of Manga Spa! signifies Weekly Spa!’s commitment to adapting and innovating within the digital realm, further solidifying its position in the competitive Japanese publishing market.
