January 2026 Issue of Gangan Joker Reveals Conclusion for Tsukasa Furokawa's Manga

The January 2026 issue of Square Enix's Gangan Joker magazine revealed that Tsukasa Furokawa's manga I Can't Choose My Childhood Friend will end in the next issue. The series, which has been running for over a decade, follows Yu Suzuki as he reunites with his childhood friend after years apart, only to discover she isn't single.

This marks the conclusion of a long-running series that has touched many fans. The manga's continuation in English by Manga UP Global provides a bittersweet moment for readers, blending nostalgia with a touch of reality.

Additionally, the magazine highlights other notable developments in the manga world. Shueisha's Manga Plus service has released several series in English, including The God of Time Jikan no Kamisama . This series, which began in Shonen Jump , ended in August 2023 and is now available to read digitally.

The news of the manga's conclusion has sparked discussions among fans, with many taking to forums to express their feelings. The forums have seen a mix of nostalgia and disappointment, as this marks the end of an era for many long-time readers.

In other anime news, Chainsaw Man's 'Assassin Arc' has been announced for an anime adaptation. The Jump Festa 26 event revealed that the series will get a new TV anime adaptation, with a teaser visual and promotional video released during the event.

This follows the success of other Chainsaw Man spin-offs, such as Reze the Great War of the Fly Men , which has been well-received by fans. The announcement has excited many viewers who have been awaiting an adaptation of this particular arc.

Other notable announcements include the second season of Kaiju No. 8 . The anime, which concluded its first season in April 2024, will return with a conclusion arc and a new short titled Narumino Heijitsu Narumi's Weekday . The season premiere is set for July 19, 2026.

The anime world continues to surprise fans with new adaptations and announcements. This year has been particularly exciting for series that have long been awaited, such as Mr. Clice's upcoming anime adaptation. The project will be produced by SQPRISE and is set to premiere in winter 2026.