Digital manga platform emaqi has launched its Spring 2026 lineup with three new titles, including the first official English release of The Gene of AI by Kyuri Yamada.
The new lineup also includes Izakaya of Extinct Animals by Kuromaru and A Witch’s Journal to Otherworldly Parenting: Raising Familiars and Fluffy Magical Creatures by Mokuhachi. The titles will roll out between April and May 2026.
Izakaya of Extinct Animals (April 24)
Official Synopsis:
“As night falls, the bar’s lights gently flicker to life… Weary from their daily work and lives, customers seeking solace and drinks to wash away their fatigue gather at the establishment of a beautiful and kind-hearted Mama-san. But these patrons are all—believe it or not—extinct creatures!? Kuromaru presents an unprecedented tale: the shocking grand opening of the Izakaya of Extinct Animals!”
The Gene of AI (May 1)
Official Synopsis:
“Humanity’s dream and the crystallization of technology: Humanoids. Just like humans, they can fall ‘ill,’ but they have different options for ‘treatment.’ A new doctor, Sudo, dedicated to helping these troubled A.I.s, takes the stage! A humanoid medical story of the near future!”
A Witch’s Journal to Otherworldly Parenting: Raising Familiars and Fluffy Magical Creatures (May 15)
Official Synopsis:
“Senobia, a witch striving to surpass her father as a magical scholar, intended to conjure a sheep familiar; however, an ingredient mishap involving her own hair results in the accidental creation of a human child. Already balancing a hectic schedule as a part-time lecturer and researcher, Senobia now faces her toughest assignment yet: motherhood! It’s a fantasy featuring a career-driven witch and the trials of parenting!”
Alongside the new releases, emaqi is also adding new volumes for ongoing series exclusive to the platform.
Parallel Leap Syndrome, Volume 2 by Nobuyuki Takahashi (April 24)
Official Synopsis:
“Yumejiro’s childhood sweetheart, Haruko, is marrying a handsome stranger! Even with their destined romance ended, Yumejiro refuses to give up and repeatedly travels between parallel worlds in an attempt to achieve a happy ending with Haruko. Meanwhile, Satoimo, who has a complex relationship with Yumejiro, chases after him to try and confirm their feelings for each other?! This is a rom-com set in parallel universes, following a hopeless romantic as he chases after his first love!”
The Morning After, Volume 10 by Kenichi Okuyama (April 24)
Official Synopsis:
“Glass noodle soup, crepes, and pickled plum ochazuke. Simple breakfasts shared after a night together are always special. Indulge in delicious morning meals alongside heartwarming and, at times, bittersweet tales of love. A collection of short, appetizing love stories that went viral on SNS!”
More titles are planned for release on the platform in June.
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