The Great Jahy's Wakame Konbu Debuts New Series on February 12

Wakame Konbu's New Harem Rom-Com Manga: Wait, So You DON'T Like Me?!
Wakame Konbu, the creator of popular manga such as The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated! and The Maid I Hired Recently Is Mysterious, is launching a brand new series. This latest work, titled Watashi no Koto Suki Janakatta ka yo!? (Wait, So You DON'T Like Me?!), promises to be a comedic exploration of mistaken assumptions and inflated egos.
Premise of the Manga
The manga, set to debut in Shueisha's Young Jump magazine on February 12th, centers around a high school boy named Okabe. Determined to dedicate himself to his studies, Okabe's plans are complicated by the girls around him who seem to be acting suggestively. The story appears to be a classic harem setup, but with a twist of miscommunication and potentially humorous misunderstandings. Readers can anticipate a lighthearted and entertaining narrative filled with awkward situations and comical interactions.
Wakame Konbu's Previous Works
Wakame Konbu has established themself as a prominent figure in the manga industry. Their previous works have garnered significant attention and acclaim. The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated!, which launched in Gangan Joker magazine in 2017, was adapted into a popular anime series in 2021 and is available in English from Square Enix Manga & Books. The Maid I Hired Recently Is Mysterious, which began serialization in 2020 and concluded in 2023, also received an anime adaptation in 2022 and is licensed by Yen Press. Furthermore, Yen Press is also publishing Konbu's Breasts Are My Favorite Things in the World! manga, which ran from 2017 to 2023. These diverse works showcase Konbu's versatility and talent in crafting engaging and humorous stories.
Anticipation for the New Series
Fans of Wakame Konbu's previous works are eagerly anticipating the release of Wait, So You DON'T Like Me?!. The promise of a harem rom-com with a focus on mistaken assumptions and characters who are perhaps a little too self-assured is sure to appeal to a wide audience. The manga's launch in Young Jump magazine is expected to generate considerable buzz and further solidify Wakame Konbu's position as a leading creator in the manga world. The unique angle of the story, centering on a protagonist surrounded by suggestive behavior, hints at the potential for plenty of comedic moments.
Release Details
Wait, So You DON'T Like Me?! will officially launch in the 10th issue of Shueisha's Young Jump magazine, which goes on sale on February 12th. Readers can look forward to the first chapter of the manga and the introduction of Okabe and the intriguing cast of female characters who will undoubtedly disrupt his studious intentions. The manga's success will depend on its ability to deliver on the promise of a fresh and engaging harem rom-com. Fans are eager to see how Wakame Konbu will develop the story and characters.