The Titan Manga lineup will soon feature SANDA, a new work from Paru Itagaki, the renowned creator of Beastars.

The press release follows:

Media Release -- Join Sanda and Shiori on an unforgettable journey to restore the magic of Christmas, uncovering secrets, friendship, and adventure in a future Japan. Now an anime adaptation!



In a near-future Japan, Christmas has faded into myth, and the birth rate has dropped so dramatically that children are now the most precious commodity. Society has artificially extended adolescence to preserve their youth, and traditional holidays, like Christmas, are a mere legend of the past.

Volume 1 of Sanda introduces Sanda Kazushige, a middle-school student who unexpectedly becomes entangled in a strange and dangerous mystery. When his classmate, Fuyumura Shiori, accuses him of carrying a curse that could help find her missing friend, Ono Ichie, Sanda's life takes a dramatic turn. Together, they embark on an incredible adventure to unravel the truth behind Ichie's disappearance and uncover the hidden magic of Christmas itself.

As they delve deeper into the mystery, the duo faces external threats and internal challenges—questions about loyalty, courage, and the power of belief. Along the way, they confront the true meaning of friendship, trust, and the possibility of magic in a world that has all but forgotten it.

With a mix of supernatural elements, heartfelt moments, and a nostalgic quest to restore childhood wonder, Sanda Volume 1 kicks off a sixteen-volume saga blending mystery, adventure, and emotional depth. The series is also being adapted into an anime, so fans can dive further into the world of Sanda.

SANDA VOL. 1
Author/Artist: Paru Itagaki
Publisher: Titan Manga
SC, 208 pages, B&W, $12.99
ISBN: 9781787747241
On Sale September 2, 2025

Pre-order now from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books A Million and Forbidden Planet for UK & Europe.

Continue the thrilling quest with Sanda and Shiori as they uncover more secrets, face new challenges, and move closer to restoring the magic of Christmas in a future Japan. Now an anime adaptation!



In Sanda Volume 2, the journey to uncover the truth about Fuyumura Shiori's missing friend, Ono Ichie, intensifies as Sanda and Shiori face growing obstacles from both external forces and within their own friendship. As they continue their search for Ichie, they begin to unravel a conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of their world. With the mystery deepening, the stakes are raised, and the hidden magic of Christmas becomes ever more elusive.

The bond between Sanda and Shiori is tested as they confront the reality of their quest and the moral dilemmas that come with it. Secrets of the past emerge, and new, powerful figures appear on the scene, complicating the search for Ichie and putting their lives in even greater danger.

Volume 2 takes readers on a journey of self-discovery and emotional growth, as Sanda and Shiori struggle to balance their feelings of doubt and hope with the growing pressure to find answers. This volume is packed with emotional twists, supernatural intrigue, and the continuing exploration of the lost magic of Christmas.

As Sanda and Shiori draw closer to the truth, they discover that the fate of their world—and the magic that once defined it—rests in their hands. Volume 2 sets the stage for an epic continuation of this heartwarming, thrilling, and mysterious series.

SANDA VOL. 2
Author/Artist: Paru Itagaki
Publisher: Titan Manga (Titan Comics imprint)
SC, 192 pages, B&W, $12.99
ISBN: 9781787747258
On sale November 18, 2025

Pre-order now from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books A Million and Forbidden Planet for UK.