Monochrome Days: The Manga Saved by Fans

Monochrome Days has become one of the most talked-about manga recently. Initially at risk of cancellation after the second volume, massive fan support from both Japan and overseas secured its continuation.

Created by Matsumoto Yousuke, known for Sono Shukujo wa Guuzou to Naru, Monochrome Days follows Fudo Hanaichi, a salaryman who gave up on his dream of becoming a mangaka.

However, when his senior at work, Wakaba Saori, convinces him to help with her own manga, Hanaichi might find the inspiration to try again.

Monochrome Days: The Manga Saved by Fans

The manga was about to end at volume 2. It is worth noting that the publisher had warned about this from the beginning. If the series did not sell well, it would end at volume 2. This did not happen, but thanks to the publicity from English-speaking and Japanese fans, the publisher decided to allow Matsumoto-sensei to continue the series. This victory reinforces how readers have influenced the publishing market.

However, this is only a temporary victory, because according to the author, the new “deadline” is now volume 4. If the series sells well, it can continue for more volumes, but if it does not reach satisfactory numbers, volume 4 will be the end.

Other series, such as LOVE-BULLET, have also been revived thanks to reader engagement. In recent years, Japanese publishers have increasingly interacted directly with their international audience, bypassing traditional localization companies.

If you haven’t checked out Monochrome Days yet, now is the time to support it! Volume 4 will be crucial for its survival.

via Você Sabia Anime