Manga creator Shuichi Shigeno, known for Initial D and MF Ghost, will launch his brand-new series Subaru and Subaru (昴と彗星) in Young Magazine Issue #34, releasing on July 22, 2025.

The new series is officially positioned as a continuation of Initial D and MF Ghost, carrying forward the spirit of “fastest on public roads” into a new generation.

Story: Two Subarus, Two Destinies

The story centers on a troubled pair, Ogata and Aiba, who encounter a mysterious young man named Subaru Kudo (彗星). Meanwhile, a young female driver named Subaru Sato (昴) meets none other than Bunta Fujiwara, setting her fate into motion.

From Gunma to Kanagawa, the series follows the emergence of a “True Fastest on Public Roads” legend, with two new protagonists inheriting the soul of legendary racers like Takumi Fujiwara.

Newspaper Ad Campaign Also Celebrates MF Ghost Finale

To commemorate the release of the final volume of MF Ghost on June 6, a special newspaper campaign ran in both The Asahi Shimbun and The Yomiuri Shimbun.

Shuichi Shigeno drew his first new illustration in 11.5 years, featuring the legendary Project D trio—Takumi Fujiwara, Keisuke Takahashi, and Ryosuke Takahashi—and their iconic cars: the Toyota AE86, Mazda RX-7 FD3S, and Mazda RX-7 FC3S.

The illustration was split between the two newspapers, requiring readers to place both pages together to complete the full image.

Regional Editions Highlight Real-World Car Culture

In Gunma Prefecture, where Takumi’s home and Project D’s base are located, the ad includes a special edition with Bunta Fujiwara and his Subaru Impreza WRX STI.

Additionally, in eight other prefectures tied to the manga’s iconic battle locations, unique “Project D Expedition Battle Ads” were published. These regional ads allowed fans to relive legendary racing scenes in real-world locales, making for a total of 10 distinct regional versions of the campaign.

FAQ

What is Shuichi Shigeno’s new manga?
His new series is Subaru and Subaru (昴と彗星), launching July 22, 2025, in Young Magazine. It continues the public road racing saga from Initial D and MF Ghost.

Who are the main characters in Subaru and Subaru?
Subaru Kudo (彗星): A mysterious young man.
Subaru Sato (昴): A young woman who meets Bunta Fujiwara.
Ogata and Aiba: Troubled individuals whose paths cross with the Subarus.

How is this connected to Initial D and MF Ghost?
The story follows the next generation of racers who inherit the "Fastest on Public Roads" legacy, making it a direct spiritual sequel to both series.

What was the newspaper campaign about?
It featured Shigeno’s first new illustration in 11.5 years and was published across Asahi and Yomiuri newspapers to celebrate the MF Ghost finale.

What made the campaign special?
Dual-page artwork across two national newspapers
10 regional editions featuring iconic battle locations
Reunion of Project D characters and their cars

Source : ORICON NEWS