Ichi the Witch: Sold Out, TV Famous, Fujimoto & Horikoshi Approved!

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Summary

  • Ichi the Witch‘s Volume 1 selling out at stores led to a quick reprint by Shueisha, indicating high demand.
  • Endorsements by renowned mangaka Fujimoto and Horikoshi have helped boost Ichi the Witch‘s popularity.
  • Being mentioned on a TV show highlights the success of Ichi the Witch, with the creators feeling positive and motivated.

The fame of Ichi the Witch has been soaring high, a fact evident in numerous bookstores selling out of Volume 1. This series has received the stamp of approval from two highly acclaimed mangaka – Tatsuki Fujimoto and Horikoshi Kohei, whose endorsement carries significant influence. This esteemed backing is clearly reflected in the impressive sales figures.

Lately, Ichi the Witch has achieved another significant success. Following its sell-out at TSUTAYA Bookstore at Shibuya Sakura Stage, Ichi the Witch was featured on King’s Brunch TV Show. This is a remarkable achievement for those behind the series, as many new titles face challenges in selling copies. Being highlighted on a television program is not an insignificant matter, and it will undoubtedly increase Ichi the Witch‘s popularity.

Ichi the Witch Is Off To A Flying Start

Beginning on the first week of January 2025, Shueisha decided to reissue the initial volume of Ichi the Witch, as several retailers had run out of stock due to high demand. Anticipating that the interest would grow further, they swiftly arranged for a new print.

It’s fantastic that the first volume of their work is selling swiftly, bringing delight to both the author and illustrator. They have invested deeply in crafting this captivating narrative, and nothing will make them happier than seeing their series thrive. This positive development will serve as a significant morale booster for them, inspiring them to push their creative boundaries even further, ultimately enhancing the story even more.

Ichi the Witch Is On The Right Track

  • Ichi the Witch looks promising
  • It has been recommended by Fujimoto and Horikoshi Kohei

The comic book series “Ichi the Witch” was penned by Osamu Nishi and beautifully illustrated by Shiro Usazaki. This manga made its first appearance in Weekly Shonen Jump in September 2024. Prior to working on Ichi the Witch, Shiro Usazaki contributed to Act-Age, but the series was terminated due to the writer’s arrest. Nevertheless, Shiro Usazaki’s captivating illustrations have significantly boosted the popularity of Ichi the Witch among readers. While official sales figures haven’t been released yet, it’s predicted that they will surpass 10,000 copies.

Previously mentioned, Ichi the Witch gained endorsement from both Fujimoto and Horikoshi Kohei. Notably, Fujimoto is renowned as the writer of Chainsaw Man, a highly acclaimed work that consistently draws massive readership. Intriguingly, Chainsaw Man holds the record for the most-read chapter on Manga Plus. As for Horikoshi Kohei, he concluded My Hero Academia in August 2024. Remarkably, this series has surpassed sales of 100 million copies, positioning it among the top-selling manga ever produced.

Although the manga has concluded, there’s still one more season of the My Hero Academia anime to go, covering the rest of the chapters. With the backing of two influential figures in the manga world, Osamu Nishi and Shiro Usazaki, Ichi the Witch aims to achieve the same level of success as Chainsaw Man and My Hero Academia.

Ichi the Witch is available to read on Manga Plus.

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2025-01-26 19:54