Mii-chan to Yamada-san Manga Concludes; Author Azuki Nene Shares Farewell Illustration

The manga Mii-chan to Yamada-san officially concluded on August 16, 2026. Author Azuki Nene announced the news on her X (formerly Twitter) account, along with a heartfelt illustration, sparking an outpouring of gratitude and appreciation from fans.

About the Manga

Serialized on Magazine Pocket (Magapoke), Mii-chan to Yamada-san is set in 2012 in Shinjuku’s Kabukicho district. Yamada-san, a cabaret club worker, meets Mii-chan, a new girl who is earnest and full of energy but struggles with even basic kanji and reading the room. Despite being ridiculed by those around her, Mii-chan works diligently, and Yamada-san gradually finds herself drawn to her. The story follows the pair over the course of twelve months.

Author’s Post and Fan Reactions

Azuki Nene took to X to report the conclusion, writing, “Mii-chan to Yamada-san has concluded, thank you very much,” and sharing an illustration of Yamada-san and Mii-chan smiling together. The post, available here, quickly drew a wave of supportive comments.

Fans expressed their appreciation and admiration, with comments such as:

• “I feel a great sense of significance in the creation and publication of this work. Good work!”
• “Thank you for this wonderful story.”
• “It made me think about many things.”
• “I always looked forward to the updates! I’ll read it over and over again!!”
• “Thank you so much! Please take care of yourself, sensei. I’ve become a huge fan!”
• “Somehow, I feel that the meeting between Mii-chan and Yamada-san was a kind of salvation.”

Anime Adaptation Announced

An anime adaptation of Mii-chan to Yamada-san has already been confirmed for 2027. Further details are expected to be revealed in the future.