Hiroyuki Yasuda Discusses "Shomuni" and "Chihiro-san" on "Manga Radio"

Saurav Kumar Mar 01, 2026 98
Hiroyuki Yasuda Discusses "Shomuni" and "Chihiro-san" on "Manga Radio"

Hiroyuki Yasuda to Feature on "Manga Radio" Throughout March

The world of manga and entertainment is buzzing with some very interesting news. Hiroyuki Yasuda, the legendary creator who is famous for his iconic works like Shomuni and Chihiro-san, is all set to appear as a special guest on the popular podcast program, Manga no Radio supported by viviON. This highly anticipated program is hosted by the well-known Naoki Yoshida and promises to give us a deep look into the life and creative process of Yasuda-sensei.

The broadcast schedule is already out, and fans should definitely mark their calendars. Starting from March 1st at 6 PM, the podcast will be updated every Sunday. In total, there will be 5 episodes throughout the month of March, so there is plenty of content for everyone to enjoy.

From left: Hiroyuki Yasuda, Naoki Yoshida

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A Journey Through Childhood and the Success of Shomuni

During the program, Hiroyuki Yasuda shared some very heart-warming and funny episodes from his childhood days. One thing that really stood out was his claim that he "never got bored" as a kid, showing how he always had a very creative mind even then. He also went down the memory lane to talk about his first ever serialized work, which was none other than Shomuni.

We will get to hear many behind-the-scenes stories about how Shomuni explored the office dynamics in such a unique way. It is quite amazing to remember how it was eventually adapted into a live-action drama and became a massive hit in Japan. Many fans still consider it a masterpiece of its time. If you want to know more about the series, checking out this guide on how Shomuni explored different themes is a great idea.

The Legacy of Chihiro-san and Future Projects

The conversation didn't just stop at his old works. Yasuda-sensei also discussed Chihiro-san, which is actually the sequel to Chihiro. There was a bit of bittersweet news shared as well, as it was mentioned that the series is expected to conclude by the end of 2025. It is really a major milestone for his career, and fans are already wondering how the story will wrap up.

Related features/interviews

To celebrate the upcoming completion of Chihiro-san, Yasuda-sensei had a very special talk with ReoNa. She is a very popular anime song singer who apparently feels a deep connection to the work, even saying she feels like she came from "the same planet" as the characters. This interaction was recorded on January 30th and is definitely a must-listen for all the followers of his work.

  • Guest: Hiroyuki Yasuda
  • Host: Naoki Yoshida
  • Podcast: Manga no Radio supported by viviON
  • Timeline: 5 episodes starting March 1st

It is truly going to be a month filled with great insights and nostalgia. Make sure you don't miss out on these Sunday updates!

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Tags: Hiroyuki Yasuda Manga Radio Shomuni Chihiro-san

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