My Master Has No Tail Manga Bids Adieu In January
In a mix of sweet and bitter news, the January issue of Kodansha’s Good! Afternoon magazine spills the beans: TNSK’s much-loved manga, “My Master Has No Tail,” wraps up in the next issue, hitting shelves on January 5. Since its kickoff in January 2019, fans have been on a whimsical ride with Mameda, the mischievous tanuki. As we approach the final chapter of Tanuki shenanigans, readers are on edge, eagerly awaiting the last enchanting words from TNSK. But worry not, the manga’s spirit lives on, with the ultimate volume dropping in February 2024, as spilled by TNSK on Twitter.
The Enchanting World of “My Master Has No Tail”
Kodansha’s published gem, available in English via Kodansha USA Publishing, orbits around Mameda, a tanuki out of her time. She yearns to spin magic on humans using words, not illusions. Bunko, the stoic rakugo master, becomes the beacon for Mameda’s magical dreams. Can Mameda sway the reserved master to take her under her wing? This fusion of fantasy and comedy strikes a chord globally, making “My Master Has No Tail” a standout in the manga universe.
From Manga to Anime: A Magical Transition
The enchantment doesn’t halt with the manga. In 2022, the series leaps from pages to screens with an anime adaptation. Liden Films produces, with Hideyo Yamamoto at the helm. The anime graced screens from September 30 to December 23, 2022. The talented crew includes script supervisors Touko Machida, Kei Shimobayashi, Aya Satsuki, and Yūho Togashi. Character designer Ryō Yamauchi and the chief animation director add their magic. Musical wonders by Tsukasa Yatoki, Atsushi Harada, and Yuki Honda, with GARNiDELiA’s “Genai Yūgi” and Hinano’s “Virginia” as entrancing theme songs.
Exploring the Anime Realm
Hey, if you’re new to anime, this TV series is like stepping into a magical world. You’ve got Mameda, the tanuki dreaming of wowing humans, but she’s got this challenge—convincing the tough nut Bunko to be her mentor. Imagine this: 13 episodes aired on Tokyo MX, MBS, and BS Asahi, weaving a tale that’s both whimsical and filled with characters you’ll adore.
Farewell to a Tailless Tale
Now, as we wave goodbye to the manga in January 2024, fans are taking a trip down memory lane since 2019. TNSK’s storytelling? It’s been pure mastery, keeping us all glued through eleven tankōbon volumes. And get this, the twelfth and final one? It promises an ending we won’t forget. Shoutout to Kodansha USA Publishing for hooking us English readers up and making sure “My Master Has No Tail” is a story that goes beyond borders.
Final Thoughts
In a world where tanuki mischief and the magic of words collide, “My Master Has No Tail” has carved itself a cozy spot in the hearts of manga lovers everywhere. As we say our goodbyes to this enchanting tale, Mameda and Bunko’s legacy is here to stay. Look out for February 2024—the final volume’s dropping, and fans are buzzing with excitement. Let’s raise a virtual toast to the end of “My Master Has No Tail” and the awesome memories it’s given us.
End of Tail, Beginning of Legends.
