Key Facts Block

・Hell Teacher Nūbē PLUS now serializing on Shonen Jump+
・Set during the childhood of Tateno and Inaba at Domori Elementary
・Yukime appears in Chapter 4, showcasing her pre-marriage romance with Nūbē
・Series originated in 1993; 29 million copies sold to date
・New TV anime begins airing July 2, 2025, after 26 years

The icy heroine of the spirit world is back—and fans couldn't be happier

The long-running Hell Teacher Nūbē franchise returns with its new manga Hell Teacher Nūbē PLUS, now serialized on the Shonen Jump+ app. In Chapter 4, the beloved yuki-onna (snow woman) Yukime makes her appearance, drawing emotional reactions from longtime readers who fell in love with her romantic arc alongside the exorcist teacher Nūbē.

Published every Wednesday, the series explores untold stories from the early days of Class 5-3 at Domori Elementary School—when characters like Hiroshi Tateno and Kyoko Inaba were still children. The newly introduced episodes add emotional and nostalgic depth to the paranormal legend.

On the manga’s official X account, the publisher teased:

“Thanks for waiting! Chapter 4 features Yukime’s first appearance! Enjoy these two before they were married… Oh, and if you recognize the other guest character’s reference, you’re a true fan!”

Fans were quick to share their joy:

“Yukime’s still completely in love with Nūbē—so cute!”
“They’re even flirtier than before! This is everything I wanted.”
“The tone feels so classic—pure 90s nostalgia!”
“Yukime’s cuteness is still unbeatable in the Reiwa era!”

A Legacy That Still Haunts—In the Best Way

Hell Teacher Nūbē, originally created by Sho Makura (story) and Takeshi Okano (art), ran in Weekly Shonen Jump from 1993 to 1999. It follows exorcist teacher Meisuke Nueno (Nūbē), who protects his students from supernatural threats using the demon-possessed “Oni Hand.”

With storylines inspired by Japanese urban legends and school ghost stories, the franchise has sold over 29 million copies across multiple manga runs. These include:
Hell Teacher Nūbē NEO (2014–2019)
Hell Teacher Nūbē S (2018–2021)
The series also inspired a 1996–1997 TV anime and a 2014 live-action drama starring Ryuhei Maruyama (SUPER EIGHT).

New Anime Begins July 2025

For the first time in 26 years, a new anime adaptation of Hell Teacher Nūbē will air starting July 2, 2025, in a split two-cour format. It reimagines the story with updated settings and visuals for modern audiences.

Voice actor Ryotaro Okiayu returns as Nūbē, and Studio KAI is handling the animation. The premiere will air as a one-hour double episode special on TV Asahi’s “IMAnimation W” block at 11:15 PM. Regular broadcasts will follow every Wednesday at 11:45 PM. The second cour is set for January 2026.

FAQ

Q: Where is Hell Teacher Nūbē PLUS available?
A: It is serialized on the Shonen Jump+ app, with new chapters every Wednesday.

Q: Who is Yukime?
A: Yukime is a snow spirit and Nūbē’s fiancée, known for her deep devotion and emotional character arc.

Q: When does the new anime begin?
A: The first episode airs on July 2, 2025, with a second cour launching in January 2026.

Source : ORICON NEWS