Kazuto Mihara, the acclaimed manga artist best known for The World Is Dancing, is set to launch a brand new series. The new manga, titled Chūtobu Violin (Soaring Violin), will debut in the next issue of Kodansha’s Morning magazine on March 6th, 2025.
A New Melody: What to Expect from Chūtobu Violin
Chūtobu Violin presents a departure from Mihara’s previous historical drama, The World Is Dancing, and will focus on a contemporary narrative.
- Plot: The series will follow a disillusioned young man who has no interest in music. His life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a mysterious girl.
- Themes: While details are limited, the premise suggests themes of music, connection, and overcoming personal apathy.
Kazuto Mihara’s Previous Work: The World Is Dancing
Mihara gained significant recognition for The World Is Dancing, a historical manga that ran in Kodansha’s Morning magazine from March 2021 to October 2022.
- Historical Setting: The World Is Dancing is set in 14th-century Japan and tells a fictionalized account of Zeami Motokiyo (Oniyasha), the founder of modern Noh theater.
- Synopsis: The manga follows Oniyasha, a young member of a traveling theater troupe, as he questions the meaning of dance and ultimately revolutionizes the art form.
- English Release: Kodansha Comics publishes The World Is Dancing in English.
- Completed Series: The series consists of six compiled book volumes.
Mihara’s Career
Kazuto Mihara is a manga artist known for his seinen manga. According to MangaUpdates, Mihara was also a former assistant of Takehiko Inoue. His works include:
- Hajime Algorithm (2017)
- Star Wars: Tribute to Star Wars (2019)
- The World Is Dancing (2021)
Where to Read Kazuto Mihara’s Manga
Readers can find The World Is Dancing in English through Kodansha Comics. Digital versions are also available for purchase on Amazon Kindle. Readers will be able to find Chūtobu Violin in the upcoming issue of Kodansha’s Morning magazine.
