Volume 1 of 'Becoming a Manga Artist and a Hunter' by Jiro Maeda, known for 'Yokohama Rock' and 'Hero Akagi's Legacy,' was released by Nippon Bungeisha today, April 28th. This is a true-life hunter manga drawn by manga artist and hunter Maeda.
The Inspiration Behind the New Arc
After finishing a long-running series, Maeda had a lot of time on his hands, and when he happened to visit his hometown in the mountains, he met a hunter and decided to become a hunter. So I got my hunting license and went on my hunting debut. Maeda chases down prey with the members of his hunting group and feels the joy of catching his own food, and becomes even more immersed in the world of hunting.
A New Chapter in Maeda's Life
Currently being serialized in Weekly Manga Goraku (Nippon Bungeisha), 'Becoming a Manga Artist and a Hunter' offers a unique glimpse into the life of a manga artist who has taken up hunting. With his experiences and stories, Maeda aims to share the thrill and joy of hunting with his readers, and to inspire them to explore the world of hunting.
