On March 30, 2026, it was announced that three consecutive new series will launch in Weekly Shonen Jump—and the biggest surprise is the dramatic return of Gintama creator Hideaki Sorachi.
Starting with issue 19 of Weekly Shonen Jump, released on April 6, the magazine will begin a 3-week streak of 新連載 (shin rensai, new serialized series). The announcement appeared in a 予告ページ (yokoku peeji, preview page) of issue 18, which went on sale March 30.
Let’s take a closer look at what’s coming.
Three Weeks, Three New Series
The launches will happen 3号連続 (san-gō renzoku, three issues in a row). In Japanese, 連続 (renzoku) means “consecutive” or “back-to-back,” and it’s commonly used for TV episodes, wins in sports, or, in this case, magazine releases.
Here’s the lineup:
From Issue 19 (April 6)
- 「ロクのおかしな家」 (Roku no Okashina Ie) Created by Nakamura Atsushi, known for 「AGRAVITY BOYS」 The series 始動 (shidō, launches/begins operation) in this issue.
From Issue 20 (April 13)
- 「夏と蛍籠」 (Natsu to Hotarukago) Created by Sato Masayoshi
From Issue 21 (April 20)
- 「2年B組 勇者デストロイヤーず」 (2-nen B-gumi Yūsha Desutoroiyāzu) Created by Hideaki Sorachi of 「銀魂」 (Gintama) This series 開幕 (kaimaku, opens/raises the curtain).
Color illustrations (カラーカット) for all three works have already been revealed.
The Return of Hideaki Sorachi
The headline uses the word 帰還 (kikan, return), which carries a dramatic, almost heroic nuance. It’s not just “coming back”—it feels like a long-awaited reappearance.
Sorachi is best known as the creator of 「銀魂」 (Gintama), one of Weekly Shonen Jump’s most beloved series. His new work, 「2年B組 勇者デストロイヤーず」, will begin serialization in issue 21.
A fan reaction quoted in the article includes the expression:
満を持して (man wo jishite)
This phrase means “after careful preparation” or “at the perfect, long-awaited timing.” It suggests that fans feel Sorachi’s return is happening exactly when it should—after anticipation has built up.
What Is Weekly Shonen Jump?
Weekly Shonen Jump (週刊少年ジャンプ) is one of Japan’s most influential manga magazines. Series are serialized chapter by chapter, and reader reactions often determine whether a story continues long-term.
When a magazine announces multiple 新連載 (shin rensai), it signals a major seasonal shift. New series often replace others that have ended, keeping the lineup fresh and competitive.
The phrasing 〜より (~yori) appears in the announcement:
- 4月6日発売の週刊少年ジャンプ19号より “Starting from issue 19 of Weekly Shonen Jump, released April 6…”
This structure is extremely common in announcements and formal writing. You’ll see it everywhere in Japanese news.
Learn Japanese from This Article
Let’s break down key vocabulary and grammar you can start using right away.
Key Vocabulary
| Japanese | Romaji | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 新連載 | shin rensai | new serialized series |
| 連続 | renzoku | consecutive; in a row |
| 始動 | shidō | to launch; to start (a project) |
| 開幕 | kaimaku | opening; curtain-raising |
| 予告ページ | yokoku peeji | preview page |
| 帰還 | kikan | return (dramatic nuance) |
| 満を持して | man wo jishite | after careful preparation; at the perfect timing |
Notice how many of these words feel dramatic. Entertainment news in Japan often uses powerful kanji compounds to create excitement.
If you're building your entertainment vocabulary, this is a great place to start.
Grammar Spotlight
1️⃣ 〜より (Starting from)
Used to indicate a starting point in time or place.
Structure: [Time/Place] + より
Example from the article:
- 4月6日発売の週刊少年ジャンプ19号より、新連載がスタートする。 Shigatsu muika hatsubai no Shūkan Shōnen Janpu jūkyū-gō yori, shin rensai ga sutāto suru. “Starting from issue 19 of Weekly Shonen Jump, new series will begin.”
You’ll see 〜より often in formal announcements.
2️⃣ 〜による (Created by / By means of)
Used to indicate the creator or agent.
Structure: [Person] + による + [Noun]
Examples:
中村充志による「ロクのおかしな家」 Nakamura Atsushi ni yoru “Roku no Okashina Ie” “‘Roku no Okashina Ie’ by Nakamura Atsushi”
空知英秋による新作 Sorachi Hideaki ni yoru shinsaku “A new work by Hideaki Sorachi”
This is a very useful pattern when reading about books, films, or music.
Useful Expression
満を持して登場する
Man wo jishite tōjō suru “To appear at the perfect, long-awaited moment.”
You might see this in headlines for returning actors, athletes, or creators.
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