Space Brothers Manga to End in 3 Chapters After 19 Years, Final Volume 46 Release Date Announced

The Space Brothers manga will conclude in just three more chapters, marking the end of its 19 year serialization that began in 2007. The announcement was made on March 19 via the series’ official X account. Alongside the news, it was also revealed that the final Volume 46 of the collected editions will be released on July 23.

A 19 Year Journey of Dreams and Brotherhood

By 2025, the younger brother Hibito has fulfilled that promise, becoming an astronaut and joining a long term lunar mission crew. Meanwhile, the older brother Mutta has lost his job and finds himself unemployed. However, a single email from Hibito reignites his determination to pursue space once again.

The series became a major hit, winning both the 56th Shogakukan Manga Award in the General Category and the 35th Kodansha Manga Award in the General Category in 2011. It was also adapted into a TV anime that aired from 2012 to 2014, and a live action film released in 2012 starring Shun Oguri and Masaki Okada.

Final Chapters and Closing Message

The official X account stated, “Space Brothers will conclude in three more chapters. The release date for the final Volume 46 is set for July 23. Since its serialization began in 2007, it has been 19 years. Let us witness the conclusion of the brothers’ dreams and promise.”

Source : ORICON NEWS