New Manga by Sou Hamayumiba to Hit Shelves in November

Sou Hamayumiba, the creative mind behind Hanayamata and Ochikobore Fruit Tart, is set to unveil a brand-new manga, "Majo no Hanaya-san" (The Witch's Flower Shop), hitting the pages of Kodansha's Good! Afternoon magazine on November 7. The manga kicks off with a splash, gracing the issue's front cover with a vibrant color opening page.

The story follows Ari, a spirited girl with dreams of becoming a witch to spread joy through her magical abilities. Her quest for sorcery mastery leads her to Yoshino, an unconventional witch dwelling on a hill just outside town. However, here's the twist, Yoshino, despite her magical inclinations, runs a modest flower shop and insists that magic isn't the answer to happiness in our world.

Hamayumiba's previous works, such as Hanayamata, a manga featuring traditional Japanese dance, and Ochikobore Fruit Tart, a tale of aspiring idols, have already made waves. The former even spawned a television anime in 2012, while the latter premiered as an anime in October 2020.

For fans eager to delve into Hamayumiba's latest creation, the enchanting world of "Majo no Hanaya-san" awaits in the upcoming pages of Good! Afternoon magazine this November. So, get ready to be spellbound by a tale where magic meets the simplicity of a flower shop.