MANGA RADIO

A special interview program featuring announcer  Hisanorii Yoshida sits down with acclaimed manga creator Mitsuharu Yanamoto for an in-depth conversation. In June 2026, we welcome the creator of the 2017 Manga Taisho Grand Prize winner Hibiki: Shousetsuka ni Naru Houhou and the recently concluded Ryu to Ichigo. Part 3 of this four-episode series traces Yanamoto’s journey from a rookie artist at Big Gangan to finding his place at Shogakukan, exploring the path that led from Hibiki to Ryu to Ichigo—along with the mindset, ambition, and confidence that fueled it all. Join the conversation and share your thoughts using #MangaRadio on social media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special talk program featuring Nippon Broadcasting System announcer Yoshida Hisanori and leading manga artists. In March 2026, we welcome Hiroyuki Yasuda, the creator of Shomuni and Chihiro-san. In the third episode of this five-part series, Yasuda shares stories about the astonishing production system behind the serialization of Shomuni, as well as behind-the-scenes insights into the TV drama adaptation of Shomuni, which became a social phenomenon. If you enjoyed the episode, please post your thoughts or song requests on social media with the hashtag #マンガのラジオ.#MangaNoRadio on social media!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special talk program on Nippon Broadcasting System, where announcer Yoshida Hisanori sits down with leading manga artists. Our March 2026 guest is Hiroyuki Yasuda, best known for Shomuni and Chihiro-san. In this first episode of a five-part series, we explore Yasuda-sensei’s memories of late-night radio, his childhood belief that he has “never felt bored,” and his recent interest in indigenous cultures and the meaning of happiness. Join us for a thoughtful and quietly profound conversation. We’d love to hear your thoughts and requests—post with the hashtag #マンガのラジオ! #MangaNoRadio on social media!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special talk program on Nippon Broadcasting System featuring announcer Yoshida Hisanori in conversation with manga artists. For February 2026, we welcome Shuzo Oshimi, known for The Flowers of Evil, Blood on the Tracks, and currently serializing The Sound of Blinking. In the third installment of this four-part series, Oshimi talks about his high school days—what he himself calls his time “in the gutter”—his university life, and the surprising story of how his work made its way into commercial publication through his own efforts, leading to his debut. Please share your thoughts and requests about the program by posting with the hashtag #マンガのラジオ!（#MangaRadio） Please note: this episode touches on sensitive topics, so listener discretion is advised.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special talk program featuring Nippon Broadcasting announcer Yoshida Hisanori and a manga artist. In February 2026, we welcome Shuzo Oshimi, the creator of The Flowers of Evil, Blood on the Tracks, and currently serializing The Sound of a Blink. In this first episode of a four-part series, we delve into his childhood, shaped by the cultural education he received from his father, and explore the “something” he says he awakened to in the third grade. Please share your thoughts and song requests by posting with #マンガのラジオ.（#MangaRadio）See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special talk program featuring Nippon Broadcasting announcer Yoshida Hisanori and celebrated manga artists. For January 2026, we welcome Yoichi Takahashi, the creator of the globally beloved phenomenon Captain Tsubasa, a title now spoken as a universal language around the world. This episode brings you highlights from a public recording event held in December 2025. In the third installment of this four-part series, Takahashi Sensei shares stories from his days as an assistant to Shinji Hiramatsu, as well as behind-the-scenes insights into the birth of Captain Tsubasa. We’d love to hear your thoughts and song requests,be sure to post using #マンガのラジオ.（#MangaRadio）See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special talk series on Nippon Broadcasting,featuring announcer Yoshida Hisanori in conversation with manga artists. For January 2026, we welcome Yoichi Takahashi,the creator of Captain Tsubasa—a story that has become a universal language around the world.In this episode, we bring you highlights from a live recording event held in December 2025. This first installment of a four-part series looks back onTakahashi’s childhood, as well as the manga artists who influenced himand helped shape his creative journey. We’d love to hear your thoughts and requests,share them on social media with #マンガのラジオ(#MangaRadio)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.