Kadokawa has unveiled its latest English manga releases for September, highlighting the highly anticipated The Level 999 Villager and the mature romance Hot Nights at the Hot Springs, Secret Trip No. 241. The publisher continues to expand its diverse catalog, bringing a variety of genres to English-speaking audiences.
The Level 999 Villager Leads September Releases
One of Kadokawa’s key releases for September is The Level 999 Villager (original title: Lv999 no Murabito). This fantasy series, with art by Kenichi Iwamoto and story by Koneko Hoshitsuki, with character designs by fuumi, is set to launch on September 13. The manga adapts a popular light novel series by Koneko Hoshitsuki, which has also been green-lit for an anime adaptation scheduled to premiere in 2026.
Plot of The Level 999 Villager
The story of The Level 999 Villager takes place in Hexaldoria, an island country once known as Japan, where the sudden appearance and proliferation of monsters have rendered eighty percent of the world too dangerous for human habitation. With the advent of monsters, people are bestowed “Classes” at birth, dictating their societal roles. While there are eight “COMPETENT” classes like Fighter, Hunter, and Mage, and three “ORACLE” classes (King, Sage, Hero), the weakest class is undeniably “VILLAGER.” However, the protagonist, Kouji Kagami, defies expectations by becoming a “LEVEL 999” villager—a feat unprecedented in this world. The narrative explores his journey to become the strongest adventurer, utilizing his unique gravity magic in a world where it was previously unknown.
Hot Nights at the Hot Springs, Secret Trip No. 241 Offers a Mature Romance
Also arriving on September 5 is Hot Nights at the Hot Springs, Secret Trip No. 241 (original title: Onsen de Himitsu no Otomari, Nihyakuyonjuuikkaime), created by Sonoo Michiru.
A Look into the Story
This manga delves into a mature romance, following Ishida and Kimura, a couple who have maintained a secret relationship for twenty years, meeting only once a month. Their clandestine rendezvous involves trips to hotels or ryokans where they can unwind in hot spring baths. Even their closest friends are unaware of their enduring, private connection. The series offers a glimpse into their relaxing trips, celebrating a mature love story.
Other Recent Kadokawa Manga Releases
While the user inquired about “I Died at Your Behest,” this specific title was not found among Kadokawa’s recently announced English manga releases for September or August 2025. Kadokawa has, however, released other notable manga titles in English during recent months, expanding its diverse publishing slate.
August 2025 Releases
Kadokawa also introduced several new English manga in August. These include:
- Defying Expectations with Gravity Magic to Be Unparalleled by Erika Kanbara and Kazuki Ichimori, released on August 7. The story follows Wade, an adventurer who discovers he possesses “Gravity Magic” and aims to become the strongest by harnessing this power.
- Don’t Mind Me, I’m Just a Black Widow x 3 by Kero Amano, Yumemirulion, and Sekaimeguru, released on August 8.
- The Fight and Flight of the Sickly Villainess by Cobaco Haco and Izumi Sawano, released on August 15.
- The Former Hero Is a Monster Girl Masochist by Kesuke Horikawa, released on August 15.
- The Newlywed Quest – The Demon King’s Daughter Wants to Bed the Diligent Hero by Shingyoji Sayuco, released on August 17.
These releases showcase Kadokawa’s continued commitment to bringing a wide array of manga stories to international readers.
