Tokyopop Highlights New and Notable Manga Licenses at 2025 Anime Expo Panel

Los Angeles, CA – Publisher TOKYOPOP highlighted a diverse range of notable manga licenses during its panel at Anime Expo this past weekend. The presentation spotlighted 9 new titles set for print and digital release that will join the LoveLove imprint in 2026.

The new additions include IN SO DEEP, IT'S ALREADY LOVE, AYAKA IS IN LOVE WITH HIROKO, WALKING IN YOUR TRACKS, THE TALE OF LUVELIA, BRIDE OF IGNAT, APPRENTICE NAIL ARTIST IN A FOREIGN LAND, and I PICKED UP A NO-GOOD USELESS PRINCE. TOKYOPOP also announced that it has licensed miHoYo Comics' HONKAI IMPACT 3RD: SECOND ERUPTION manga in full-color and Chinese creator Guo Si Te's SHE IS STILL CUTE TODAY comic.

IN SO DEEP, IT'S LOVE ALREADY by Reida Soragaki
A heartbroken fangirl meets a shy transfer student who reminds her of her favorite idol. When she uncovers his secret, her quiet high school life takes a dramatic romantic turn.

AYAKA IS IN LOVE WITH HIROKO! By Sal Jiang
Two office coworkers fall for each other — but each thinks their love is unrequited. This popular GL has also been adapted into a live action series in Japan. The manga also inspired a live-action series adaptation in July 2024.

WALKING IN YOUR TRACKS by Tatsumi Kifuu
Kizaki Ren has driven away every caretaker - until Maki Rintarou arrives. Ren, bitter and isolated from the accident that left him paralyzed, slowly opens up to Maki's quiet persistence and warmth. A moving BL drama to tug at readers' heartstrings.

THE TALE OF LUVELIA KINGDOM by Kioko, Shion
Alois, an imperial guard and royal descendant, is ordered by the emperor to marry Elina, the former fiancée of the crown prince. A romantic tale of duty, sympathy, and learning to love.

BRIDE OF IGNAT by Moyori Mori
By the creator of TOUCH WITHIN THE ABYSS (also published by TOKYOPOP). Rita, a lonely boy from a poor village, is chosen as the sacrificial "Dragon's Bride" - only to be rescued by the dragon instead. A gentle and beautiful BL romantasy that will thaw the most frozen of hearts.

APPRENTICE NAIL ARTIST IN A FOREIGN LAND by Marukawa
Keiko Sahara, an office worker with a passion for cute gel nails, is suddenly transported to a magical world where nail art determines magical power. A fun and original isekai fantasy.

I PICKED UP A NO-GOOD USELESS PRINCE by Gunjō Kazuki
As much fantasy romance as it is cozy slice-of-life, this story offers a unique twist on the prince-and-commoner relationship. A cute and quirky fantasy romance about a banished spoiled prince and the innkeeper who takes it upon herself to improve him.

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Founded in 1997, TOKYOPOP brings Asian pop culture to Hollywood and beyond. TOKYOPOP established the market for manga in North America, introducing the term to the English language in the process, and expanding the market in Germany, publishing thousands of books in both languages, distributing anime and Asian films on home video and television, licensing merchandise to consumer goods and companies, and creating graphic novels of both original content and major IP adaptations. With NARUTO THE GALLERY, the company is launching its live events and location-based entertainment division. TOKYOPOP's core values focus on multiculturalism and diversity; aestheticism and artistic integrity; and passionate and positive storytelling. More information at: https://www.tokyopop.com/.