The renowned Japanese publisher “Square Enix” has surprised fans of the popular romantic comedy manga “My Dress-Up Darling” (Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo suru) and through its official media has presented the official cover of the compilation volume #13 of the work written and illustrated by Shinichi Fukuda.
According to the information provided by the publisher Square Enix on its official website, this new compilation volume of the manga “My Dress-Up Darling” is scheduled to be released for sale in bookstores and stores in Japan on May 24 this year. It is worth noting that the cover illustration of this volume will have the character Marin Kitagawa as the main protagonist and in it we will be able to see her wearing her Haniel (Angel) cosplay seen in the manga’s story for her first Comiket.
The manga My Dress-Up Darling revealed the charming cover of its volume #13
Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru, also known as My Dress-Up Darling in the West, is a romantic comedy manga written and illustrated by Shinichi Fukuda. The work began publication in January 2018 in Square Enix publisher Square Enix’s Young Gangan magazine. The manga is still in publication and publisher Square Enix confirmed that the work managed to surpass an incredible 9.5 million copies in circulation.
The anime adaptation of the romantic comedy manga “My Dress-Up Darling” (Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo suru) began airing on television in Japan on January 8, 2022. The series consisted of a total of 12 episodes and the CloverWorks animation studio was in charge of its production. The anime was broadcast legally and simultaneously through the Crunchyroll platform, which dubbed the series into English.
In September 2022, the anime “My Dress-Up Darling” excited fans by announcing a sequel. To date, no details have been revealed about this sequel, and at the moment there seems to be no indication that new updates will be released soon. We recommend keeping an eye on the franchise’s official media for any future updates.
“My Dress-Up Darling” is a story that immerses us in the life of Wakana Gojou, a high school student who has decided to follow in his grandfather’s footsteps and begins to perfect his technique of creating hina dolls. While his teenage peers immerse themselves in popular culture, Gojou finds deep happiness in making clothes for his dolls. However, he jealously guards this unique hobby, fearing ridicule if his peers find out about this pastime.
One day, his life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Marin Kitagawa, an extraordinarily beautiful girl whose confidence and personality contrast with Gojou’s shyness. It seems unthinkable that someone like him, with no close friends, could relate to someone like Kitagawa, who is always surrounded by peers.
However, something surprising happens when Kitagawa discovers Gojou’s skill with the sewing machine and, with glee, confesses his own hobby: cosplay. Since Kitagawa’s sewing skills are very pitiful, Kitagawa decides to ask Gojou for help.
As they work together to create cosplay costumes, Gojou and Kitagawa grow closer and closer, despite the differences in their lives and personalities. Through their collaboration, they discover a special friendship that helps them overcome barriers and explore their true passion. “My Dress-Up Darling” immerses us in a world of personal growth, acceptance and the transformative power of love for art. The story teaches us that unexpected connections can change our lives and open us to new horizons of authenticity and happiness.
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