Ririko Tsujita, the mangaka best known for the long-running “Warau Kanoko-sama” universe, is returning to Hakusensha’s LaLa with a brand-new serialization titled Amane Ojōsama no Iu Koto ni wa (To What Lady Amane Says.). Announced in the magazine’s July issue, the new series will begin serialization in LaLa’s next issue on June 24. Tsujita first introduced the story as a one-shot in May 2025, and the decision to expand it into an ongoing manga has fans eagerly awaiting the full run.
New Serialization Details: What We Know
The upcoming serialization Amane Ojōsama no Iu Koto ni wa is set to debut in the June 24 issue of LaLa magazine. The announcement follows the one-shot that appeared in May 2025, which served as a teaser for the broader story world and characters. While LaLa will publish the chapters in magazine format first, readers can reasonably expect collected volumes (tankōbon) to follow once enough chapters have accumulated.
Release timing and where to read
LaLa magazine is the official home for this new serialization, and chapters will first appear there before any compiled book releases. For fans outside Japan who want to track release dates and magazine issue availability, official LaLa updates and bookstore listings are the best sources to confirm print and digital distribution schedules.
Ririko Tsujita: A Brief Career Overview
Ririko Tsujita has cultivated a loyal following with a blend of romantic comedy, dramatic twists, and memorable character dynamics. Her earlier work, The Secret Notes of Lady Kanoko (Warau Kanoko-sama), ran in Hakusensha’s LaLa DX from 2007 to 2009 and produced three volumes. That series introduced readers to the tone and character-driven storytelling that Tsujita would continue to develop.
Tsujita’s Koi da no Ai da no ran in LaLa from 2009 to 2016 and was compiled into 11 volumes. More recently, she launched a direct sequel titled Koi da no Ai da no ~Kimi wa Boku no Taiyō da~ in November 2023, which concluded in February 2025. The continuing threads between these series have formed an extended narrative universe that readers have followed for nearly two decades.
English availability and international readership
For English-language readers, Tokyopop released two of the three volumes of The Secret Notes of Lady Kanoko, making some of Tsujita’s early work available outside Japan. Continued international availability of her subsequent titles has varied, so readers interested in official English editions should monitor publisher announcements and licensed release schedules.
What Fans Can Expect from Amane Ojōsama no Iu Koto ni wa
Based on the one-shot and Tsujita’s prior work, Amane Ojōsama no Iu Koto ni wa will likely emphasize character relationships, witty dialogue, and gentle yet emotionally resonant plot developments. Tsujita’s storytelling tends to balance lighthearted romance with moments of introspection and growth; fans can reasonably expect the new serialization to expand on a central heroine (likely Lady Amane) and her interpersonal world.
Themes and tone
Tsujita’s previous series blended romantic misunderstandings, social dynamics within elite or dramatic settings, and self-discovery arcs. Given the title’s emphasis on “what Lady Amane says,” the series may explore the influence of a charismatic protagonist, the power of spoken expectations, and how characters shape one another through words and actions.
Art and character design
Readers familiar with Tsujita’s art will recognize her expressive character faces, flowing clothing designs, and paneling that favors emotional beats. The one-shot offered a taste of the visual direction, and the serialized format will allow more space for worldbuilding, recurring motifs, and expanded cast dynamics.
Connections to Tsujita’s Established Universe
Amane Ojōsama no Iu Koto ni wa appears to be a new branch of the broader narrative world that began with Warau Kanoko-sama and continued through Koi da no Ai da no. Whether this new serialization will directly crossover with past characters or remain a standalone story in the same thematic universe remains to be seen, but Tsujita has a history of weaving emotional continuity between her works — a quality that longtime readers appreciate.
Why this matters for longtime readers
Longtime fans will be watching for callbacks, recurring settings, or character cameos. Even if the new series stands alone, it benefits from the rich emotional vocabulary and reader familiarity Tsujita has developed over her previous runs.
Where to Follow Updates and Official Sources
For the most reliable updates on publication dates, extra chapters, and eventual tankōbon releases, follow LaLa magazine’s official announcements and Hakusensha’s publisher channels. The one-shot that preceded this serialization was reported on by Japanese outlets when it debuted in May 2025; you can read a report on the one-shot announcement for context and initial impressions via this report. Natalie.mu (report)
Final Thoughts
Ririko Tsujita’s decision to expand Amane Ojōsama no Iu Koto ni wa from a one-shot into a full serialization is welcome news for fans of her nuanced romantic dramas and character-driven storytelling. With a June 24 launch in LaLa magazine, this title promises to continue the rich emotional tapestry Tsujita has woven across multiple series while offering fresh characters and situations to explore. Whether you’re a longtime follower of the “Warau Kanoko-sama” lineage or a newcomer curious about heartfelt shojo with a sly sense of humor, Amane Ojōsama no Iu Koto ni wa is one to add to your watch list.
Source: LaLa July issue
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