Key Facts
Manga creator Matoba is set to launch a new series titled Tower of Eden: Luluchikakunia and the Tower Labyrinth in the September issue of Monthly Shonen Gangan, releasing on August 12, 2025. The announcement was made in the magazine's August issue, which revealed that the new manga will feature a color opening page and grace the front cover.
Details of the New Series
The magazine describes the manga as a 'girl meets girl x apocalypse world' story. It is set in a fantasy world devoid of heroes and demon lords, where girls venture into labyrinthine dungeons. The series promises a unique blend of adventure, mystery, and character-driven storytelling.
Matoba's Previous Works
Matoba is well-known for previous manga series. Their work The Hidden Dungeon Only I Can Enter (also known as Ore dake Haireru Kakushi Dungeon) began serialization in Monthly Shonen Gangan in September 2020 and concluded in March 2025. The eighth and final compiled volume shipped in April 2025. The series was published in English by Seven Seas Entertainment, which released the seventh volume in July 2025 and the eighth on July 25, 2025. The Hidden Dungeon Only I Can Enter also inspired a television anime that debuted streaming in Japan in March 2025, followed by a television broadcast in April 2025. The anime was streamed by Crunchyroll as it aired in Japan.
Another notable work by Matoba is The Magic in This Other World Is Too Far Behind! (also known as Isekai Mahou wa Okureteru!), which began serialization in Monthly Shonen Gangan in July 2015 and concluded in May 2025. The 12th and final compiled volume shipped in July 2020. The series was published in English by Seven Seas Entertainment and inspired a television anime that premiered in October 2018. The anime was streamed by Crunchyroll as it aired in Japan.
Impact and Reader Expectations
Fans of Matoba's previous works can look forward to a fresh take on fantasy and dungeon exploration. The 'girl meets girl' element adds a new dynamic, while the apocalypse setting promises high stakes. The series is expected to attract both existing fans and new readers interested in character-driven fantasy narratives.
What Readers Should Know
- The new manga launches on August 12, 2025, in Monthly Shonen Gangan.
- It features a color opening page and front cover placement.
- The story is a 'girl meets girl x apocalypse world' with dungeon exploration.
- Matoba has a track record of successful series that have been adapted into anime.
FAQ
When does Matoba's new manga 'Tower of Eden' launch?
The manga launches in Monthly Shonen Gangan's September issue on August 12, 2025.
What is the story of 'Tower of Eden'?
It is a 'girl meets girl x apocalypse world' story set in a fantasy world without heroes or demon lords, where girls explore labyrinthine dungeons.
What other works is Matoba known for?
Matoba is known for 'The Hidden Dungeon Only I Can Enter' and 'The Magic in This Other World Is Too Far Behind!'.