Manga fans have fresh reasons to celebrate and to look ahead: acclaimed creator Yama Wayama has wrapped up her sequel manga Fami-res Iko. (Let’s Go to a Family Restaurant) and announced a brand-new project slated to begin in 2027. The finale lands alongside the release of the second and final physical volume on March 12, while Wayama’s previous works continue to attract attention through adaptations and English-language releases. Below we break down the news, trace Wayama’s recent creative timeline, and highlight what readers can expect next.
What just happened: Fami-res Iko. concludes and a new work is on the way
Wayama’s sequel, Fami-res Iko., has reached its conclusion. After an irregular serialization pattern over the past few years, the series ended in the magazine’s March issue. Fans looking to collect the story in print can find the second and final compiled volume arriving on March 12. While endings often leave readers nostalgic, Wayama has confirmed she will begin a new manga project in 2027, giving the community something exciting to anticipate.
Where this sequel started and how it was published
Fami-res Iko. began as a follow-up to Wayama’s earlier breakout, building off a one-shot published in late 2020. The sequel launched in May 2021 and was published irregularly thereafter, allowing Wayama to refine her pacing and tone while balancing other projects. The collected first volume hit shelves in December 2023, and the finale completes the two-volume arc that fans have come to love for its quiet humor and character-driven storytelling.
From dōjin roots to mainstream recognition
Yama Wayama first drew broad attention with Let's Go Karaoke!, a work that began as a dōjin publication before receiving an official single-volume release. That title earned critical recognition—including a high placement in the Manga Taisho awards—and served as a springboard for adaptations into other media. Wayama’s ability to blend slice-of-life warmth with distinctive character touches has made her work especially adaptable and appealing to a broader audience.
Adaptations and English releases: how to follow Wayama’s work
Several of Wayama’s stories have moved beyond print. Let's Go Karaoke! inspired a live-action film release and a television anime adaptation that debuted in the summer season following the manga’s English publication. English-language readers can find official releases through Yen Press, which has published multiple Wayama titles for the international market.
For readers who’d like to check the original announcement or the magazine notice, additional reporting on the serialization and upcoming plans is available from Japanese comic news outlets. (Note: links provided are nofollow and open in a new tab.) Read the original Japanese report.
Why Wayama’s stories work on screen
Adaptations of Wayama’s works tend to emphasize the quiet human moments, the awkward-but-affectionate relationships, and the small-scale comedic beats that characterize her storytelling. This makes her material especially well-suited to both live-action and animated treatments, where voice, timing, and visual direction can expand the emotional palette without losing the intimacy of the source material.
What to expect from Wayama’s 2027 project
Details on the upcoming 2027 project are currently scarce: the announcement confirms a launch window but not the format, length, or whether the new work will be serialized regularly. Based on Wayama’s past, readers might reasonably expect a focus on interpersonal dynamics, understated humor, and richly observed everyday life. The irregular pace of some of her recent publications suggests she will continue to prioritize quality over quantity, taking the creative time needed to craft the right tone.
How fans can prepare
- Collect the final Fami-res Iko. volume when it ships on March 12 to keep your Wayama shelf complete.
- Follow official publisher announcements and English-license holders for translation and release updates.
- Keep an eye on adaptation news—past works received cross-media attention, and future projects could do the same.
Where to buy and read (official sources)
If you’re looking to pick up physical or digital editions, official retailers and licensed publishers are the best places to support the creator. The final volume’s listing is already available through retail channels. For English editions of Wayama’s work, official releases are handled by licensed publishers that list her titles in their catalogs.
Final thoughts
Yama Wayama’s announcement marks the end of one beloved sequel and the start of a fresh creative chapter. With Fami-res Iko. wrapping up and a new project slated for 2027, Wayama continues to balance fan-favorite storytelling with a pace that prioritizes artistic intent. Whether you’re a long-time reader who discovered Wayama through her dōjin days or a newcomer drawn in by recent adaptations, now is a great moment to collect her completed works and look forward to what she creates next. Expect more quiet, human-centered stories and keep an eye on official channels for concrete details as 2027 approaches.
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