Kohei Horikoshi's Quit Laughing, Shijima Is Still A Huge Hit

Kohei Horikoshi has officially made his return to the manga scene after finishing his long running series My Hero Academia. His latest work, Quit Laughing, Shijima, arrived on August 9, 2026, and it is still pulling in massive attention weeks later.

Fans have been eager to see what the creator would do next after such a successful career. This new one shot introduces a brand new world and shows off his signature style in a short story format. It is currently standing out as one of the most popular titles on official manga platforms.

Since its release, the story has held its ground against heavy hitters. It is exciting to see Horikoshi try something new and find success with a fresh concept. We will be keeping an eye out to see if this leads to a longer project in the future.