Manga creator Mika Yamamori has officially confirmed that her acclaimed romance series In the Clear Moonlit Dusk (Uruwashi no Yoi no Tsuki) will reach its final narrative arc in the upcoming 12th collected volume, slated for publication in spring 2026. The announcement was included within the author's notes of the 11th compiled volume, released on September 11 by publisher Kodansha. Additionally, the volume's wraparound jacket band revealed a major commercial milestone: the series has surpassed 8.2 million copies in circulation worldwide.
Final Chapter Approaches
Serialized in Kodansha's monthly Dessert magazine since 2020, In the Clear Moonlit Dusk follows Yoi Takiguchi, a high school student whose striking looks, deep voice, and tall stance have earned her the nickname "Prince" among her peers. Her world shifts dramatically when she encounters Ichimura-senpai, a handsome upperclassman who sees past her exterior persona. The official synopsis from North American publisher Kodansha USA Publishing highlights this dynamic:
Yoi Takiguchi has long legs, a deep voice, and a handsome face...in other words, Yoi is such a good-looking guy that most people don't notice or care that she is, in fact, a girl. Indeed, she's had the nickname "Prince" as long as she can remember. That is, until she met Ichimura-senpai...the only person who's really seemed to see her for herself. To her surprise, she's not sure how to handle this new relationship, especially when her newfound friend is a prince himself (and a guy prince, at that). The story of the two high school princes starts here!
Franchise Expansion
Yamamori's narrative precision and artwork previously earned the manga critical recognition, including an #11 spot on Takarajimasha's prestigious 2023 Kono Manga ga Sugoi! list for female readers. The property's popularity has led to rapid multimedia adaptations across different formats:
- Anime Adaptation: Premiered on January 11, with international streaming handled by Crunchyroll.
- Live-Action Film: Slated to open in Japanese theaters on October 23.
With both screen adaptations active alongside the upcoming manga finale, Yamamori's celebrated romantic drama prepares to deliver its long-awaited conclusion next spring.
