A special conversation series between Nippon Broadcasting System’s announcer Yoshida Hisanori and manga artists. Our guest for December 2025 is Misato Konari, creator of “Nagi’s Long Vacation” and “Coffee Ikaga de sho?” In this first episode of a four-part series, we dive into her early “precocious” reading life—growing up in a home stocked with seinen magazines—along with her favorite childhood manga, and stories from her junior high and high school years. Share your thoughts and requests with the hashtag #マンガのラジオ (#MangaRadio) on social media. And don’t miss the important announcement at the end of this week’s episode—stay with us right to the finish!

This special talk series features Nippon Broadcasting’s Yoshida Hisanori alongside acclaimed manga creators. Our November 2025 guest is none other than Yuu Watase, known for Fushigi Yûgi and Arata Kantagari In this final installment of the five-episode series, we dive into conversations about Arata Kantagari and Fushigi Yûgi: Byakko Senki, along with our signature end-of-series questions. Share your thoughts and music requests with the hashtag #マンガのラジオ(#MangaRadio) on social media! Please note: This episode includes sensitive topics that may not be comfortable for all listeners.

This special talk series features in-depth conversations between Nippon Broadcasting’s announcer Yoshida Hisanori and legendary manga creators. Our guest for November 2025 is the creator of Fushigi Yûgi and Arata Kangatari, Yuu Watase! In this fourth installment of the five-episode series, we continue diving into the world of Fushigi Yûgi, then move into the eras of Ceres: Celestial Legend, Zettai Kareshi, and Sakura-Gari, exploring the stories behind these works and the moments that shaped them. Share your thoughts and requests with #マンガのラジオ  (#MangaRadio) on social media. Please note: this episode touches on sensitive topics, so listener discretion is advised.

This special interview series features Nippon Broadcasting’s Yoshida Hisanori in conversation with leading manga creators. Our guest for November 2025 is Yuu Watase, the creator of Fushigi Yûgi and Arata Kangatari. In this third episode of the five-part series, we dive into the early days of Watase’s career—from her debut serialization "Shishunki Miman Okotowari" to behind-the-scenes stories of her breakout hit "Fushigi Yûgi. Share your thoughts and requests with the hashtag #マンガのラジオ! (#MangaRadio) on social media!*

This special talk series pairs Nippon Broadcasting’s Yoshida Hisanori with some of Japan’s most celebrated manga creators. Our November 2025 guest is Yuu Watase, the mastermind behind Fushigi Yûgi and Arata: The Legend. In this second episode of our five-part series, Watase talks about her middle and high school years, and the remarkable path that led to her debut — including the astonishing moment when her very first submission instantly won her an editor. Share your thoughts and requests with  #マンガのラジオ (#MangaRadio) on social media!

A special talk series where Nippon Broadcasting’s Yoshida Hisanori interviews renowned manga artists. Our November 2025 guest is Yuu Watase, the creator of Fushigi Yûgi and Arata: The Legend! In this first of five episodes, Watase talks about her movie-loving parents and her precocious childhood—when she was already showing a deep passion for art and storytelling. Share your thoughts and song requests with #マンガのラジオ (#MangaRadio) on social media!

In this special talk series, radio host Yoshida Hisanori from Nippon Broadcasting sits down with manga artist Takako Shimura, the creator of Aoi Hana, Wandering Son, and Awashima Hyakkei. In the final episode of this four-part series, Shimura opens up about her latest works — A Story of a Family Like That and Hatsukoi no Tsugi — and shares insights into the everyday moments behind her sensational stories. Share your thoughts and requests with #MangaRadio

A special talk series where Yoshida Hisanori from Nippon Broadcasting System sits down with some of Japan’s most beloved manga artists. Our second guest in this renewed edition is Takako Shimura, the acclaimed creator of Aoi Hana (Sweet Blue Flowers), Wandering Son. In this third episode of a four-part series, Shimura shares stories behind her iconic works and opens up about her creative process and approach to storytelling. Join the conversation on social media with #マンガのラジオ — we’d love to hear your thoughts and requests!

A special talk show where Yoshida Hisanori from Nippon Broadcasting sits down with top manga creators! Our guest for the second episode after the show’s relaunch is none other than Takako Shimura, the brilliant mind behind 「Aoi Hana (Sweet Blue Flowers)」, 「Wandering Son」, and 「Awajima Hyakkei」 In this second part of our four-episode series, Shimura talks about her early creative journey — from original indie works to the challenges of her debut days and how her breakout hit 「The Residents of the Threshold 」came to be. We’d love to hear your thoughts and requests! Share them on social media with #マンガのラジオ (#MangaRadio)

A special talk series with manga artists, hosted by Yoshida Hisanori from Nippon Broadcasting. Our second guest in the revamped series is none other than Takako Shimura, creator of "Aoi Hana", "Wandering Son", and "Awajima Hyakkei". In this first of four episodes, we dive into the origins of her love for manga, her unexpected inspirations growing up, and the beginnings of her creative journey. Share your thoughts and requests on social media with #マンガのラジオ.

A special talk show where Nippon Broadcasting’s announcer Yoshida Hisanori sits down with legendary manga creators. After an unexpected end to the program and a three-month hiatus, the show is back! For the grand comeback in September 2025, our very first guest is none other than the legend of legends—Osamu Akimoto, creator of KochiKame. In this final episode of the four-part series, we continue our deep dive into KochiKame and also explore his ongoing works Mr. Clice and TimeTuber Yukari. And of course, we round things off with our signature questions. Share your thoughts and requests with us on social media using #マンガのラジオ.

A special talk program featuring Nippon Broadcasting’s Yoshida Hisanori and  legendary manga artists, Osamu Akimoto. After the show’s sudden end and three months of quiet, we’re finally back! For our comeback in September 2025, we welcome none other than the legend of legends, Osamu Akimoto, creator of Kochikame! This is the third episode in our four-part series. This time, we dive into Yoppi’s favorite Kochikame episodes and hear Akimoto-sensei’s unique work philosophy. Share your thoughts and requests with us by posting with the hashtag #マンガのラジオ

A special talk program featuring manga artist and  Nippon Broadcasting’s announcer Yoshida Hisanori. After an abrupt end and three months of waiting, the show is back! For the comeback edition in September 2025, we welcome none other than the legend of legends—Osamu Akimoto, the creator of Kochikame! This is the second episode of a four-part series, where we hear stories about his time as an animator at Tatsunoko Production and the early days of Kochikame. Share your thoughts and requests about the program by posting with the hashtag #マンガのラジオ (#MangaRadio)! This English version was translated using the multilingual voice translation tool “Lingueene!” Please note that since all non-Japanese languages are translated by AI, some expressions may not be fully accurate. Thank you for your understanding.

After an unexpected end, and three months under the radar, Manga Radio is back! For our big comeback in September 2025, we welcome none other than the legend of legends —  Osamu Akimoto, the creator of KochiKame. Kicking off this four-part series, Episode 1 dives into his “real-life Ryotsu” boyhood days and the creative sparks of his high school years. Share your thoughts and requests with #MangaRadio This English version was translated using the multilingual voice translation tool “Lingueene!” Please note that since all non-Japanese languages are translated by AI, some expressions may not be fully accurate. Thank you for your understanding.