Manga 'Solanin' Gets Epilogue Chapter

by Sakana-san
Sep 29, 2017 2:05 PM | 18 Comments

It has been revealed that an epilogue chapter will be included in the new physical release of Inio Asano's Solanin manga, which will be the series' first chapter since it ended serialization in 2006. The upcoming release is slated for October 30, and will also include both of the compiled volumes, as well as colored illustrations and new drawings. The epilogue is expected to take place in 2017, and will feature various characters, including Meiko.

Asano began penning Solanin in 2005, where it started its serialization in Weekly Young Sunday magazine. The series ended in 2006, and released a total of two compiled volumes. A live-action movie based on the manga premiered in 2010, which was helmed by Takahiro Miki. Asano wrote a one-shot spin-off manga the same year, titled Haru yo Koi.

Viz Media licensed the series for North American release in 2008, where it was released in an omnibus format. In addition to an English release, the series also saw releases in other languages. Hanami released it in Polish between 2009 and 2010, while L&PM Pocket released it in Brazilian Portuguese throughout 2011.

Source: Comic Natalie

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I didn't even remember how the series ended lol. Just remember the important plot points.

But I'll probably read the epilogue

Feb 5, 2018 2:39 AM by DannyTheDonkey

The only bad thing about this is that I may have to buy the revised edition of Solanin again in the future, I trust Asano to add something worthwhile to the story despite not really seeing the need to do so imho.

Sep 30, 2017 1:48 AM by Nidhoeggr

Eh not sure how feel about this after the story ended perfectly, we will see.

Sep 29, 2017 10:58 PM by removed-user

Looks like an interesting manga, would try out.

Sep 29, 2017 7:41 PM by Mariecat1

postman_ said:

Honestly, I can't relate to some dumb cunt's trivial personal drama. And I didn't say that it's his worst work (precisely because I didn't read them all).

I also don't think that people who have Aku no Hana in their favourites have the right to reprimand others for liking edgy shit.

For that first point, that's fair. I didn't mean you said it was the worst, just that saying it's shit just because you didn't like it is a bit uncalled for. Like, you didn't even say why it was bad, just why you didn't care.

And for your edit, I just wanna clarify that I wasn't actually bashing you for liking "edgy" manga, especially since the favorites you have listed are also on my list. I just pointed out the fact that I had a feeling why you felt the way you did about Solanin because it isn't like his other works. Also, I think Aku no Hana is every bit as edgy as Oyasumi Punpun, albeit more juvenile in its presentation. Maybe even less, since it doesn't push the boundaries as far, but whatever, I don't really care what you think of me liking that manga.

Sep 29, 2017 6:14 PM by NoMoreGatari

might have to read this series now

Sep 29, 2017 5:47 PM by Mell8

NoMoreGatari said:

I have a feeling it's because it's his least darkest work and doesn't share as many elements as all his other manga. How else is @postman_ supposed to get his dose of edginess?

I've been recently enjoying Reiraku and it's not edgy at all. But yes, I like my seinens with an extra bit of angst.

NoMoreGatari said:

In all seriousness, though, I think that's quite the bold claim to make if he hasn't actually read all of Asano's manga. I personally think Nijigahara Holograph is his worst work for being too Inio Asano with all the dark themes.

Honestly, I can't relate to some dumb cunt's trivial personal drama. And I didn't say that it's his worst work (precisely because I didn't read them all).

Edit: I also don't think that people who have Aku no Hana in their favourites have the right to reprimand others for liking edgy shit.

Sep 29, 2017 5:47 PM by brusselsprouts99

NoMoreGatari said:

Kittens-kun said:

Lol, I'd love to here how you think it's so shit.

I have a feeling it's because it's his least darkest work and doesn't share as many elements as all his other manga. How else is @postman_ supposed to get his dose of edginess?

In all seriousness, though, I think that's quite the bold claim to make if he hasn't actually read all of Asano's manga. I personally think Nijigahara Holograph is his worst work for being too Inio Asano with all the dark themes.

I think I'd have to agree with you too.

Sep 29, 2017 5:41 PM by TsukuyomiREKT

Remembered this being fairly conclusive. What is there to epi?

Sep 29, 2017 5:37 PM by QuattroVaginas

Dear god dear god tinkle hoy xD

Gimme more nerve wrecking depressing stuff

Sep 29, 2017 5:18 PM by -HippySnob-

let me just grab my pocorn... this is asano we are taliking about anyways...

Sep 29, 2017 5:15 PM by Kuma

Kittens-kun said:

postman_ said:
Solanin is shit. Definitely not the best Asano's work.

Lol, I'd love to here how you think it's so shit.

Sep 29, 2017 5:07 PM by NoMoreGatari

postman_ said:
Solanin is shit. Definitely not the best Asano's work.

Lol, I'd love to here how you think it's so shit.

Sep 29, 2017 4:31 PM by TsukuyomiREKT

Solanin is shit. Definitely not the best Asano's work.

Sep 29, 2017 4:01 PM by brusselsprouts99

I haven't even read this mange but I'm hyped. Love Inio Asano.

Sep 29, 2017 3:31 PM by AphoticPassion

Not-so hot take: Solanin is Asano Inio's best work.

Sep 29, 2017 3:23 PM by V0ltg

Interesting and a little unexpected.
I wonder if it's more of an editor command or something he actually wanted to do and proposed himself.. (but most likely, since it might be is more popular work, they asked him to do some more to sell.. hmm..)

Asano's drawing habilities quite evolved (and for some aspect, improved) those last years, so at the very least, it should be amusing and interesting to see the same characters but with his actual style.

Maybe I could re-read it for the occasion.

Sep 29, 2017 2:53 PM by Dullboy

Wow fascinating. Did not expect anything else from this story.

Sep 29, 2017 2:22 PM by Intelos