AlphaPolis to Bring Three Manga titles to English-Speaking Readers in Spring 2026
Manga publisher AlphaPolis announced plans today to release English print editions of three popular titles – May I Ask For One Final Thing?, Masuo Kinoko, and an unannounced third title – beginning in May 2026. This marks a notable expansion of AlphaPolis’s presence in the English-language market, offering wider accessibility to its growing catalog of light novels and manga.
The move caters to the increasing demand for translated manga and provides English-speaking fans with physical copies of stories previously available primarily online. May I Ask For One Final Thing? will launch first, followed by Masuo Kinoko shortly after. The releases represent AlphaPolis’s commitment to bringing diverse and engaging stories to a broader audience, possibly bolstering the publisher’s international reach and solidifying its position within the competitive manga landscape.
Here’s a breakdown of the confirmed release schedule:
* May 5, 2026: May I Ask For One Final Thing? – Volume 1
* July 7, 2026: Masuo Kinoko - Volume 1 & 2
Creative Teams:
* May I Ask For One Final Thing? - story: Shizuki 07, Art: Subachi
* Masuo Kinoko – story: Masuo Kinoko, Art: Tomozo
Masuo kinoko centers on Takeru Kamishiro, who is reincarnated into a sword-and-sorcery world and equipped with enhanced abilities, including the “Search” skill to locate valuable items. The story promises adventure and heartwarming companionship.
Further details regarding the third title and distribution channels will be announced by AlphaPolis and Consortium Book Sales & Distribution in the coming months.
Sources: Consortium Book Sales & Distribution Official Website, Behind the Manga, The OASG (X/Twitter).
