The first major English manga release day of August brings a broad mix of continuing action series, romance, fantasy, comedy, and two notable VIZ debuts. The titles below are drawn from official publisher calendars checked on August 3, 2026.
Release dates can move and inventory can vary by region or retailer. Use this guide to build a shortlist, then confirm the format and availability through the publisher or a licensed seller before ordering.
VIZ releases confirmed for August 4
VIZ's August calendar places fourteen manga volumes on August 4. The list includes long-running series, newer Shonen Jump titles, and two first volumes.
- Black Clover, Vol. 37
- Blue Box, Vol. 21
- Colette Decides to Die, Vol. 8
- D.Gray-man, Vol. 29
- Daydream Darling, Vol. 1
- Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai, Vol. 7
- Ichi the Witch, Vol. 4
- Kagurabachi, Vol. 8
- Kaiju No. 8: Relax, Vol. 3
- Kaze Hikaru, Vol. 34
- Shinobi Undercover, Vol. 2
- The Bugle Call: Song of War, Vol. 8
- The Elusive Samurai, Vol. 21
- The Marshal King, Vol. 1
The two debuts are especially useful discovery points. Daydream Darling, Vol. 1 begins a new English release from Io Sakisaka, while The Marshal King, Vol. 1 introduces a western-inspired action series by Boichi. A first volume is easier to test than joining a series already deep into its run, but readers should still check the publisher's age guidance and official description before buying.
The strongest action shortlist
Readers following current action and fantasy series have several obvious continuation volumes.
Black Clover, Vol. 37 is the latest VIZ volume listed for Yuki Tabata's fantasy action series. Kagurabachi, Vol. 8 continues Takeru Hokazono's supernatural sword drama, and Ichi the Witch, Vol. 4 advances the fantasy series created by Osamu Nishi and Shiro Usazaki.
The Elusive Samurai, Vol. 21 offers a historical-action option, while Shinobi Undercover, Vol. 2 is still early enough for readers who recently tried the debut. The Bugle Call: Song of War, Vol. 8 is another choice for readers looking for military fantasy rather than a contemporary school setting.
The practical rule is simple: continue a series only after confirming which volume you last finished. Publisher series pages, library histories, digital purchase records, and a private reading list can prevent accidental duplicate purchases.
Romance and character-focused options
Blue Box, Vol. 21 is the clearest August 4 pick for readers already following its combination of athletics and romance. Colette Decides to Die, Vol. 8 offers a fantasy-romance route, while Daydream Darling, Vol. 1 gives readers a fresh starting point.
Because romance series can differ widely in audience and tone, do not rely on the title or cover alone. Check the official synopsis, rating, and sample pages where the publisher provides them.
Kodansha releases confirmed for August 4
Kodansha's official calendar lists a separate August 4 group spanning print and digital formats.
- Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun, Vol. 21
- Secondhand Sisters, Vol. 2
- Marrying the Dark Knight (For Her Money), Vol. 2
- Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister, Vol. 22
- Stella Must Die, Vol. 2
- My Noisy Roommate: The Roof Over My Head Comes with Monsters and a Hottie, Vol. 5
- Anyway, I'm Falling in Love with You., Vol. 14
- Otherworldly Munchkin: Let's Speedrun the Dungeon with Only 1 HP!, Vol. 14
- Love Out on a Limb, Vol. 3
- That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Trinity in Tempest, Vol. 11
- WIND BREAKER, Vol. 22
Format details matter here. Kodansha's calendar distinguishes among digital, print, and combined availability. The official WIND BREAKER, Vol. 22 product page, for example, lists August 4 as the print release date while identifying an earlier digital release. Readers who already own the digital edition should not assume the August listing represents a new digital volume.
MangaPanda's quick picks by reading mood
Start a new VIZ series
Choose Daydream Darling, Vol. 1 for romance or The Marshal King, Vol. 1 for action. Both let you begin at the proper starting point without researching an extensive backlist.
Continue a current action favorite
Consider Black Clover, Vol. 37, Kagurabachi, Vol. 8, Ichi the Witch, Vol. 4, or the print edition of WIND BREAKER, Vol. 22.
Try fantasy with a lighter or more character-driven tone
Look at Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun, Vol. 21, Colette Decides to Die, Vol. 8, or That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Trinity in Tempest, Vol. 11.
Follow romance and relationships
The strongest shortlist is Blue Box, Vol. 21, Daydream Darling, Vol. 1, Love Out on a Limb, Vol. 3, and Anyway, I'm Falling in Love with You., Vol. 14.
Before you buy
Use the MangaPanda guide to tracking release dates to verify the publisher, date, edition, and region. For lower-cost access, compare the title with the options in our legal manga-reading guide, including libraries and official digital platforms.
This article is a release guide, not a ranking. A later volume is useful only to readers already caught up, and a major publisher release is not automatically a must-buy. Build a list around your own reading habits, budget, and available shelf space.
