Seven Seas Entertainment continues to expand its manga catalog with four newly announced acquisitions, catering to fans of thrillers, romance, BL, fantasy, and isekai. Headlining the list is Tonight, I Have a Date with a Serial Killer, a tense and stylish crime series set for release in 2026.
This wave of new licenses was revealed on Wednesday, June 5, 2025, and includes titles across multiple genres: suspense, boys’ love (BL), fantasy slice-of-life, and steamy adult drama.
Story Synopsis
The flagship license, Tonight, I Have a Date with a Serial Killer (Konya mo Serial Killer to Machiawase), written by Kon Iguchi with art by Yūji Nakamura, follows police officer Shiro Isogai. Haunted by the unsolved murder of his fiancée, Isogai relentlessly hunts serial killers in a crime-ridden city. His pursuit takes a turn when a mysterious informant helps him catch criminals—an informant who turns out to be a young woman, Kuroi Hinata. Together, they form an unlikely partnership, combining her “sixth sense” with his experience to hunt the city’s deadliest predators while seeking closure for Isogai’s personal tragedy. The manga is slated for release in March 2026.
In addition, Seven Seas announced three more titles:
We Are Not Beasts (Ore-tachi wa Kemono janai)
By Shoko Rakuta (March 2026, Seven Seas BL Label), this high school BL manga follows Onizuka Raita and his younger brother Fuuta—infamous for their toughness—who both harbor affections for Kazusa, a pretty omega with a strong sense of justice. When Kazusa’s first unexpected heat arrives, shocking truths about his fated mate emerge.
Fluffy Café in Another World (Isekai Mofumofu Cafe)
Based on a light novel by Punichan (illustrated by Tobi) and a manga adaptation by Yū Takaoka. After saving a mysterious cat that turns out to be a god, salaryman Arima Taichi is reincarnated into a magical world with cheat skills and a rare “Tamer” class. Rather than seek adventure, he opens a café filled with adorable, fluffy creatures. The manga debuts in March 2026, and the light novel will release digitally in April 2026.
Perfect Addiction
By Kaoruko Miyama (February 2026, Seven Seas BL Label), this mature BL manga centers on Akihito, a college student obsessed with sex and appearances, and Sae, a seemingly aloof man with hidden desires. Their volatile chemistry ignites after an unexpected encounter, sparking a charged relationship that neither can resist.
Character Summaries
Shiro Isogai (Tonight, I Have a Date with a Serial Killer)
A dedicated and haunted police officer driven by the murder of his fiancée. Isogai’s grim determination pushes him into dangerous territory as he partners with the enigmatic Kuroi Hinata.
Kuroi Hinata (Tonight, I Have a Date with a Serial Killer)
A young woman with a mysterious “sixth sense” for detecting serial killers. Her motives remain unclear, but her skills are undeniable—making her an invaluable but unpredictable ally to Isogai.
Bonus Section: Did You Know?
- Tonight, I Have a Date with a Serial Killer blends police procedural with supernatural elements, offering a fresh take on crime manga.
- We Are Not Beasts caters to BL fans seeking a mix of high school drama, omegaverse tropes, and heartfelt character dynamics.
- Fluffy Café in Another World is part of the ever-popular isekai genre but focuses on slice-of-life and cute animals rather than epic battles.
- Perfect Addiction is adapted from a popular web novel and delivers a steamy, character-driven narrative.
With these new licenses, Seven Seas is continuing to diversify its manga offerings for North American readers. Fans can look forward to release dates beginning in early 2026, both in print and digital formats.
