Tokyo, Japan – Tomato Soup’s critically acclaimed manga series, A Witch’s Life in Mongol (also known as Tenmaku no Jādūgar), has officially entered a hiatus. The break is to accommodate the author’s maternity leave, with the series slated to resume serialization in 2026. The announcement was made in this year’s November issue of Akita Shoten’s Mystery Bonita magazine, following an earlier shift to a bimonthly release schedule until summer 2025.
The temporary halt comes as the historical manga continues to gain significant traction, both domestically and internationally, especially with an anime adaptation by Science Saru set to premiere in 2026.
Details of the Hiatus and Return
The serialization pause for A Witch’s Life in Mongol stems directly from its creator, Tomato Soup, taking maternity leave. This news was anticipated, as the manga had already transitioned to a bimonthly publishing schedule leading up to the summer of 2025 before the full hiatus began. Fans can expect the series to return to Akita Shoten’s Souffle website and Mystery Bonita magazine sometime next year.
A Historical Epic Gains Recognition
A Witch’s Life in Mongol first began serialization on Akita Shoten’s Souffle website in September 2021, later gaining parallel serialization in Mystery Bonita magazine on March 6, 2025. The series has garnered considerable praise, topping the Kono Manga ga Sugoi! 2023 rankings for female readers and ranking 11th in the 2024 edition. It also received nominations for the Manga Taisho Awards in both 2023 and 2024.
The story, set in the 13th century, follows Fatima, a Persian woman with advanced medical and scientific knowledge who finds herself entangled in the politics of the Mongol Empire after being taken captive by Tolui’s army. Her journey often involves navigating the complexities of the Mongol court under figures like Töregene, the sixth wife of Ögedei, the second Great Khan. Yen Press is releasing the manga in English, further broadening its global reach.
Anticipation Builds for Anime Adaptation
Adding to the manga’s growing profile, an anime television series adaptation produced by Science Saru (known for works like Devilman Crybaby and Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!) is slated for release in 2026. The anime will be titled Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia in English. This upcoming adaptation is expected to bring the rich historical narrative and unique artistic style of Tomato Soup to an even wider audience. The timing of the manga’s return in 2026 aligns well with the anime’s scheduled premiere, promising a strong year for the franchise.
