New Manga Shout Out: 2/8/16 - 2/14/16

Welcome to the next New Manga Shout Out. This weekly article introduces you to manga that are new and/or have not been scanlated yet. This week features a murder mystery, a woman who has a one night stand and the modeling industry. Remember, if you like any of the series, favorite them. Don't forget to also thank the various people who feed your manga addiction. ^_^ Translators and Scanlators, please check out these series and see if you can spread some more manga love~

We're still looking for people who know Japanese and want to help write summaries for our manga database and for the shout out. Please PM me if you want to help out. Now onto the series~


Demographics: Seinen
Status: 1 Volume (Complete)
Manga Details Page: Here
Translations: None
Scanlations: None

Jun is a part time assistant director for a variety TV show that takes place in abandoned buildings and ruins. Today's episode features a massive former residential complex on Yagou Island, once a thriving coal mine settlement but now an abandoned island. Jun receives a video message on his phone from a bandaged man in a wheelchair claiming to be from the future.

"Everyone is going to die."

Yagou Island has a legend surrounding it. The locals say that the island is a forgotten land, an island that does not know time. And it is on this "Island of Time" that Jun and the rest of the crew have to avoid being killed, setting the scene for an unexpected murder mystery.

Thanks go to Kamas for the summary.

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Demographics: Seinen
Status: 6 Volumes (Ongoing)
Manga Details: Here
Translations: None
Scanlations: None

After Japan was defeated in World War II, the people were filled with fear and despair about the future for their country and their families. Kataoka's oil company, which had been quite successful before the war, also faced an uncertain future. However, Kataoka was determined not to lose hope, and to inspire his employees that they could once again reach for greatness. Kataoka's story is based on the history of the Idemitsu Kosan petroleum company and its founder, Idemitsu Sazo, and there are sections to explain the true history in between each chapter.

Thanks go to tethysdust for the summary.

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Demographics: Josei
Status: 4 Volumes (Complete)
Manga Details Page: Here
Translations: None
Scanlations: None

After Yuko graduated from junior college, she ended up running a shop. Though her career is going well, she hasn't had time to work on her love life. One day, she's out drinking with her best friend Mikan, bemoaning her lack of a boyfriend for a Christmas date. When she trips and hurts her leg, Mikan asks her little brother Leo (an 18-year-old) to see Yuko home safely. When they arrive at her apartment, though, Yuko makes a move on him and they end up sleeping together.

The next morning, she realizes that she not only slept with her best friend's little brother, she actually took his virginity! Leo isn't satisfied with it being a one-night stand, and they start having a completely sexual relationship. Will she be able to keep this from Mikan, and is it possible their relationship may grow to something more?

Thanks go to tethysdust for the summary.

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Demographics: Shoujo
Status: 2 Volumes (Complete)
Manga Details Page: Here
Translations: None
Scanlations: None

Rio always wanted to be a model, but she was too shy to go to the audition alone. Instead, she took her sister Yui with her, and Yui is the one who became a popular model. Rio does her best to be proud of her little sister, and not be jealous about the situation. She even asks boys out for Yui, so that Yui won't be faced with potential rejection. One day, a pair of hot brothers, Sei and Kou, move into the neighborhood. Rio asks both of them out for Yui, but they both reject Yui through Rio. This dual rejection brings out clearly both Yui's selfishness and Rio's suppressed jealousy. What will happen next for Yui, Rio and their love lives?

Thanks go to tethysdust for the summary.

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This is what tethysdust said this week:
Kaizoku to Yobareta Otoko would be nice for people that have an interest in petroleum companies or in post-WWII Japan. The other two (Koneko-chan Kocchi ni Oide, and Peach Sisters) are conveniently themed for Valentine's week! Koneko-chan is more focused towards adults with sexual relationships, while Peach Sisters seems focused towards innocent teenage romance.
Here's what Kamas had to say:
Jikantou's got an interesting premise and is quite big on the cliffhangers, and I think some parts inspired suspense and mystery quite well, but occasionally weak as well. I think people who like supernatural or mystery thrillers could dig into this.
My opinion:
Jikantou - If you're into creepy islands where murders occur, then you may want to take a stab at this manga~
Kaizoku to Yobareta Otoko - On the other hand, if historical manga based on real life, especially during the times of WWII, then this may be more your cup of tea...
Koneko-chan, Kocchi ni Oide - If you want more romance in a more mature way in your life, which is perfect for Valentine's Day, then you should read this manga instead.
Peach Sisters - If you like reading about the modeling industry and romantic situations and just want a short read, then you should take a look at this manga since it also fits in with Valentine's Day. :)


Translated items that need some love/scanlation:
myao - Circle Game: Chapter 1
persona_1 - Mahou Shoujo Pretty Bell: Chapter 1
mninjaboxme - Spark Idol Hina: Chapter 1


If you haven't done so already, check out the scanlations of the manga from previous shout outs which have been recently scanlated: school life comedy Higashi no Kurume to Tonari no Meguru (MH link).