April 2024 North American Anime & Manga Releases: A Fresh Wave of Exciting Titles

April brings a new wave of exciting anime, manga, and light novel releases to North America. This month, fans can look forward to a diverse range of genres and stories, from action-packed adventures to heartwarming romances. Here’s a breakdown of the releases for each week of April.

Week 1: April 2 - 8

Anime Releases

• Black Bullet Complete Collection Blu-ray [2024 Re-release]: This re-release offers fans a chance to revisit the thrilling world of Black Bullet, a sci-fi anime that combines action and drama.

Manga Releases

• Amagami-san Chi no Enmusubi (Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister) Vol.4: This volume continues the story of a high school student who becomes involved with a family of sisters, each with their own unique personalities and challenges.
• Bless Vol.1: Bless is a new manga series that explores the world of fashion and beauty, focusing on two high school students who team up for a school fashion contest.
• Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Vol.19: The latest installment in the Boruto series, this volume follows the adventures of Boruto Uzumaki and his friends as they face new challenges and enemies.
• Cinderella Closet Vol.5: This volume continues the story of a girl who discovers a magical closet that transforms her into a different person, leading to a series of comedic and romantic misadventures.
• Dumbbell Nan Kilo Moteru? (How Heavy Are the Dumbbells You Lift?) Vol.14: This manga combines humor and fitness, following the story of a high school girl who joins a weightlifting club.
• Fairy Tail Omnibus Vol.3 [incl. Vol.7-9]: This omnibus edition collects volumes 7-9 of the popular Fairy Tail series, offering fans a chance to revisit the magical world of Fiore.
• Gokinjo Monogatari (Neighborhood Story) Vol.2: This volume continues the story of a young woman who returns to her hometown and becomes involved in the lives of her neighbors.
• Hametsu no Oukoku (The Kingdoms of Ruin) Vol.8: This manga series explores a dark fantasy world where a young man seeks revenge against the kingdom that destroyed his home.
• Kaette Kudasai Akutsu-san (Please Go Home, Miss Akutsu!) Vol.5: This volume continues the story of a high school student who becomes involved with a mysterious and eccentric girl.
• Fushisha no Deshi: Jashin no Fukyou wo Katte Naraku ni Otosareta Ore no Eiyuutan (Disciple of the Lich: Or How I Was Cursed By the Gods and Dropped into the Abyss) Vol.7 [Light Novel]: This light novel series follows the story of a young man who becomes the disciple of a powerful lich and embarks on a journey through a dark fantasy world.
• Okiraku Ryoushu no Tanoshii Ryouchi Bouei: Seisankei Majutsu de Na mo Naki Mura wo Saikyou no Jousai Toshi ni (Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord: Production Magic Turns a Nameless Village into the Strongest Fortified City) Vol.2 [Light Novel]: This light novel series explores the story of a young lord who uses his magical abilities to defend his village and turn it into a powerful fortress.
• Watashi ga Koibito ni Nareru Wake Nai jan, Muri Muri (※Muri ja Nakatta?) (There’s No Freaking Way I’ll be Your Lover Unless…) Vol.4 [Light Novel]: This light novel series follows the story of a young woman who becomes involved in a complicated romance with a man who has a mysterious past.

Week 2: April 9 - 15

Anime Releases

• Ookiku Nattara Kekkon suru (You Must Be This Tall to Propose!) Vol.1: This anime series explores the story of a young man who becomes involved in a series of romantic misadventures.
• Shin no Seijo de Aru Watashi wa Tsuihou saremashita. Dakara Kono Kuni wa Mou Owari desu (Because I, the True Saint, Was Banished, That Country Is Done For!) Vol.1: This manga series follows the story of a young woman who is banished from her kingdom and seeks revenge against those who wronged her.
• Wind Breaker Vol.14: This manga series explores the world of high school sports, focusing on a young man who becomes involved in a series of intense competitions.
• Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear Vol.18 [Light Novel]: This light novel series follows the story of a young girl who is transported to a fantasy world and becomes involved in a series of adventures with a group of bears.

Week 3: April 16 - 22

Anime Releases

• Rozen Maiden (incl. Träumend, Ouvertüre, and Rozen Maiden (2013)) Complete Series Blu-ray: This complete series Blu-ray release offers fans a chance to revisit the world of Rozen Maiden, a supernatural anime series that explores the story of a young man who becomes involved with a group of magical dolls.

Manga Releases

• Bakemonogatari Vol.21: This volume continues the story of a high school student who becomes involved in a series of supernatural events.
• Boku no Dokuhime wa Kyou mo Kawaii (My Poison Princess Is Still Cute) Vol.2: This manga series explores the story of a young man who becomes involved with a mysterious and poisonous girl.
• Boku no Gemini (My Gemini): This manga series follows the story of a young man who becomes involved in a series of romantic misadventures with a group of twins.
• Koware Skill de Hajimeru Gendai Dungeon Kouryaku (Modern Dungeon Capture Starting with Broken Skills) Vol.2 [Light Novel]: This light novel series explores the story of a young man who becomes involved in a series of adventures in a modern dungeon.

Week 4: April 23 - 29

Anime Releases

• Monogatari Series - Final Season (incl. Tsukimonogatari, Owarimonogatari, Koyomimonogatari, Owarimonogatari 2nd Season, and Zoku Owarimonogatari) Complete Set Blu-ray: This complete set Blu-ray release offers fans a chance to revisit the world of Monogatari, a supernatural anime series that explores the story of a high school student who becomes involved in a series of supernatural events.
• Sora yori mo Tooi Basho (A Place Further Than The Universe) Complete Series Blu-ray [Collector’s Edition]: This collector’s edition Blu-ray release offers fans a chance to revisit the world of A Place Further Than The Universe, a sci-fi anime series that explores the story of a group of high school girls who embark on a journey to Antarctica.

Manga Releases

• 7Fates: Chakho Vol.3: This volume continues the story of a young man who becomes involved in a series of supernatural events.
• Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu (The Dangers in My Heart) Vol.8: This manga series explores the story of a young man who becomes involved in a series of romantic misadventures.
• Boku to Roboko (Me & Roboco) Vol.11: This manga series follows the story of a young man who becomes involved with a mysterious and eccentric girl.
• Chi no Wadachi (Blood on the Tracks) Vol.16: This volume continues the story of a young man who becomes involved in a series of dark and supernatural events.
• Mimosa no Kokuhaku (The Mimosa Confessions) Vol.1 [Light Novel]: This light novel series explores the story of a young woman who becomes involved in a series of romantic misadventures.
• Yes ka No ka Hanbun ka (Yes, No or Maybe) Vol.3 [Light Novel]: This light novel series follows the story of a young man who becomes involved in a series of romantic misadventures with a group of actors.

Week 5: April 30 - May 6

Anime Releases

• Blue Giant Blu-ray: This Blu-ray release offers fans a chance to revisit the world of Blue Giant, a music anime series that explores the story of a young man who becomes involved in the world of jazz.
• Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu (The Dangers in My Heart) Complete Collection Blu-ray: This complete collection Blu-ray release offers fans a chance to revisit the world of The Dangers in My Heart, a romantic comedy anime series that explores the story of a young man who becomes involved in a series of romantic misadventures.

Manga Releases

• Blue Lock Vol.12: This volume continues the story of a young man who becomes involved in a series of intense soccer competitions.
• Daija ni Totsuida Musume (The Great Snake’s Bride) Vol.3: This manga series explores the story of a young woman who becomes involved with a mysterious and supernatural snake.
• Dance in the Vampire Bund: Age of Scarlet Order Vol.11: This volume continues the story of a young man who becomes involved in a series of supernatural events in a world of vampires.
• Edens Zero Vol.28: This volume continues the story of a young man who becomes involved in a series of adventures in a sci-fi world.
• Gachiakuta Vol.2: This manga series follows the story of a young man who becomes involved in a series of intense competitions.
• Genderless Danshi ni Aisareteimasu. (My Androgynous Boyfriend) Vol.4: This manga series explores the story of a young woman who becomes involved with a mysterious and androgynous man.

For more information on these releases and to explore the world of manga, visit our chapters page, where you can find detailed summaries and character profiles. Whether you’re a long-time manga lover or just starting out, there’s something for everyone in this month’s releases. Happy reading!

References:

• **** MyAnimeList.net: North American Anime & Manga Releases for April
• **** Book Riot: 7 New Manga Releases to Enjoy in April 2024
• **** Anime News Network: North American Anime, Manga Releases, April 21-27

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