Fans of legendary manga creator Hiroshi Motomiya will see another of his gripping stories come to an end. The final chapter of his latest series Enma has just been published, concluding a short but impactful run. With Motomiya’s storied career spanning decades, each new title from the Salaryman Kintaro author draws attention, and Enma was no exception.
The series, which followed a kind-hearted debt collector navigating Japan’s underworld, will be released as a single compiled volume this fall, offering fans one last chance to experience the entire story in one place.
Enma: A Tale of Debt and Redemption
Enma centers on Ken Ōshima, an unusually kind man who accepts an extraordinary challenge: to recover a staggering five billion yen (approximately US$35 million) in outstanding debts. From gangsters to corrupt politicians, no target is off-limits in Ken’s mission. As he confronts dangerous elements of Japanese society, the series explores themes of morality, duty, and the personal cost of justice.
Hiroshi Motomiya launched Enma in Weekly Young Jump magazine on January 9, 2025. The manga entered a brief hiatus in March, and this week’s 26th issue of Weekly Young Jump published the climactic final chapter. A compiled volume is set to ship this fall, giving readers a complete collection of Ken Ōshima’s journey.
A Prolific Master’s Latest Chapter
Enma is the latest work in Motomiya’s long and varied career. In June 2024, he also began Jinsei Iroiro (The Variety of Life) in Grand Jump. Just last year, he concluded Takeki Ōgon no Kuni: Takahashi Korekiyo, part of his acclaimed historical manga series chronicling real-life Japanese figures.
Motomiya, who debuted as a manga artist in 1965, remains one of the medium’s most respected veterans. Many of his works, including Otoko Ippiki Gaki Daisho, Ore no Sora, and Otokogi, have been adapted into anime and live-action films.
Of course, Motomiya is best known globally for Salaryman Kintaro, the hit manga about a former biker gang member turned corporate salaryman. The series has inspired a 2001 anime, multiple live-action dramas, and two recent live-action films released in 2025.
Character Summaries
Ken Ōshima
The protagonist of Enma, Ken is an uncommonly gentle and moral man working as a debt collector. Despite the danger of his job, he maintains a sense of compassion and justice, making him a compelling and complex hero.
Hiroshi Motomiya (Creator)
While not a character in the manga, Motomiya’s signature storytelling style—blending realism, human drama, and social commentary—is very much a “character” of its own in Enma. His lifelong commitment to exploring Japanese society continues to resonate with readers.
Did You Know?
- Enma debuted on January 9, 2025, in Weekly Young Jump.
- The series’ main character must recover 5 billion yen in debt.
- The manga will be released as a single compiled volume this fall.
- Hiroshi Motomiya debuted in 1965 and is one of manga’s most prolific creators.
- Salaryman Kintaro, Motomiya’s most famous series, began in 1994 and continues to inspire adaptations.
- Enma briefly went on hiatus in March 2025 before returning for its finale.
Final Thoughts
With Enma now complete, readers can look forward to the upcoming compiled volume this fall. Given Hiroshi Motomiya’s enduring creativity, fans are eager to see what the legendary author will tackle next.
