Toriko Chiya, the acclaimed manga artist behind popular series like “Tokyo Alice” and “Clover,” has launched a new manga titled “Second Half Girls.” The series debuted on November 27 on Kodansha’s Morning two online manga magazine, accessible via the Comic Days website.
Diving into “Second Half Girls”: A Workplace Comedy for Otaku
“Second Half Girls” introduces readers to Nene Oyamada, a 40-year-old single woman leading a fulfilling life as an otaku, centered around her devotion to her favorite idol, RENJI, and shared with her friends. The narrative takes a turn following a scandal and subsequent retirement involving her beloved idol. The new series is categorized as a workplace comedy.
Chiya’s Legacy: From “Tokyo Alice” to “Clover”
Toriko Chiya has established herself as a significant voice in the manga industry with a career spanning several successful titles. Her most notable work, “Tokyo Alice,” which follows the lives of four women in Tokyo, began serialization in Kodansha’s Kiss magazine in 2006 and concluded in August 2015, spanning 15 volumes. The series later inspired a live-action adaptation that premiered on Amazon Prime Video in August 2017. A sequel, “Tokyo Alice girly,” also ran in Kiss magazine from 2017 to 2020.
Another cornerstone of Chiya’s bibliography is “Clover,” a romance manga that debuted in Shueisha’s Bouquet magazine in 1997. This series, which focuses on the relationship between office workers Saya Suzuki and her supervisor Susumu Tsuge, also received a live-action film adaptation in 2014. A sequel, “Clover trèfle,” continued the story, launching in 2012 and concluding in November 2019.
Chiya’s consistent ability to craft relatable characters and engaging narratives has garnered her a dedicated readership. Her foray into “Second Half Girls” with a protagonist navigating mid-life challenges and fan culture marks an exciting new chapter for her fans.
Where to Read the New Series
Readers eager to follow Nene Oyamada’s journey in “Second Half Girls” can find the manga online. It is being published in Kodansha’s Morning two digital magazine and is available on the Comic Days website. This online platform allows for immediate access to Chiya’s latest work, promising a fresh take on themes of adulthood, fandom, and personal growth.
