Manga artist Kei Sanbe, renowned for his psychological thriller Erased (also known as Boku dake ga Inai Machi), is set to launch a new manga series titled Snow Drop ~Anata no Shi o Nozomimasu~ (Snow Drop ~I Desire Your Death~). The announcement came via this year’s 19th issue of Square Enix’s Young Gangan magazine.
While the exact launch date remains undisclosed, Young Gangan‘s upcoming issue, slated for October 3, promises to reveal further details about the highly anticipated series.
A New Chapter for the Acclaimed Author
Kei Sanbe is a prolific Japanese manga artist born in Tomakomai, Hokkaido. He gained significant international recognition for Erased, a gripping narrative about a young man with the ability to travel back in time to prevent tragic events. The series ran from 2012 to March 2016 and received numerous accolades, including nominations for the Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize and Manga Taisho Awards. Erased was adapted into a successful anime series, a live-action film, and a Netflix live-action series, cementing Sanbe’s reputation for crafting compelling mysteries and thrillers.
Before his breakthrough with Erased, Sanbe worked as an assistant to Hirohiko Araki, the creator of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, for eight years. This experience contributed to his diverse skill set, as Araki’s series is known for its varied backgrounds and settings. Sanbe’s other notable works include Testarotho, Kamiyadori, Hohzuki Island, Mōryō no Yurikago, For the Kid I Saw in My Dreams, and Island in a Puddle.
“Snow Drop”: What We Know So Far
The title, Snow Drop ~Anata no Shi o Nozomimasu~, hints at a darker, potentially suspenseful or mystery-driven narrative, aligning with Sanbe’s established style in Erased and For the Kid I Saw in My Dreams. Fans of his previous works, which often feature intricate plots and psychological depth, will likely find themselves drawn to this new offering.
As the serialization is set to begin in Young Gangan, a magazine known for its seinen demographic (manga aimed at young adult men), Snow Drop is expected to delve into mature themes and complex storytelling. The magazine’s next issue is highly anticipated for providing crucial information regarding the manga’s premise, characters, and official launch date.
Sanbe’s Recent Endeavors
In addition to Snow Drop, Kei Sanbe has been active with other manga titles. His recent works, Reto the Protector and The 13th Footprint, both launched in March 2023. Reto the Protector is serialized in Square Enix’s Big Gangan magazine, while The 13th Footprint is published on Kadokawa’s Comic Newtype web manga site. These ongoing projects demonstrate Sanbe’s continuous contribution to the manga industry across different platforms.
The reveal of Snow Drop ~Anata no Shi o Nozomimasu~ marks an exciting development for manga enthusiasts and a testament to Kei Sanbe’s ongoing creativity and ability to captivate audiences with his distinctive storytelling. Fans are eagerly awaiting October 3 for more insights into this mysterious new series.
