Nene Yukimori, best known for the romantic comedy Kubo Won’t Let Me Be Invisible, is set to return with a brand-new manga series titled Kimi no Koto Nado Zettai ni (Jou). The series begins serialization on July 3, 2025, in Weekly Young Jump magazine.
Story Synopsis:
Titled Kimi no Koto Nado Zettai ni (Jou) (roughly translating to Absolutely Not You or Definitely Not You), the upcoming manga promises to carry Yukimori’s signature charm—offbeat romantic dynamics, sharp comedic timing, and soft but expressive character designs.
Although plot details are still under wraps, early visuals and promo descriptions hint at a “hostile love story” dynamic between the leads—perhaps subverting the “teasing girl x shy boy” formula that defined Kubo Won’t Let Me Be Invisible. The new story is expected to explore themes of reluctant attraction, personal growth, and emotional honesty, possibly with an edge of rivalry or denial baked into the central relationship.
About the Creator: Nene Yukimori
Nene Yukimori rose to prominence with Kubo Won’t Let Me Be Invisible (Kubo-san wa Mob o Yurusanai), a manga that ran from 2019 to 2023 and was adapted into a TV anime in 2023. Her work is praised for blending quiet, low-stakes romance with slice-of-life pacing and a playful visual tone. Yukimori’s art style leans toward expressive faces, meaningful silences, and delicate emotional buildup.
With Kimi no Koto Nado, fans can expect a shift in tone while retaining her strengths in romantic storytelling.
Bonus: Did You Know?
- Kubo Won’t Let Me Be Invisible was serialized in Weekly Young Jump and published in English by Viz Media.
- The anime adaptation faced delays in 2023 due to COVID-related production issues but eventually aired in full later that year.
- “Kimi no Koto Nado” is part of a trend in romantic manga exploring more confrontational or “tsundere” dynamics.
- Nene Yukimori often draws character doodles on her official social media to celebrate releases and holidays.
- Early promo art for the new series features a female lead with a mischievous smile and piercing gaze—hinting at her dominant role.
Nene Yukimori’s next romantic tale is just around the corner. With her new manga debuting on July 3, fans of tender yet humorous love stories have another compelling read to look forward to.
