SHUEISHA Inc.

In 1926, Takeo Aikaga founded it as the entertainment magazine publishing division of Shogakukan. Due to the Pacific War, operations were suspended (dormant) from 1941 to 1946, but business resumed as a partnership in 1947 to publish Souji Yamakawa's kamishibai "Shonen Ouja" as a book. In 1952, they moved to an independent office building and later separated business operations from Shogakukan. They launched numerous hit magazines, such as "Weekly Jump," "Seventeen," "Ribon," and "Margaret." Shogakukan is the major shareholder, and they belong to the same corporate group, the "Hitotsubashi Group." However, as Shogakukan also entered the entertainment publishing sector, both companies now own many competing magazines.

Many globally famous works, such as "Dragon Ball," "ONE PIECE," "SLAM DUNK," "NARUTO," and "Demon Slayer," were serialized in "Weekly Jump" published by SHUEISHA Inc. The editorial team of SHUEISHA Inc. comprises many excellent editors, who, as acknowledged by fans, have significantly enhanced the appeal of the works.

Many manga artists submit their works to the "Weekly Jump" of SHUEISHA Inc. ("Submission" means taking one’s own manga to be read by the editor.) This is because it is the best-selling boys' magazine in Japan, and being recognized in it quickly leads to a high probability of the manga being adapted into an anime. Having a serialization in "Weekly Jump" is considered a status symbol for manga artists.

SHUEISHA Inc. is famous for never refusing submissions, no matter how poor the drawings are or how bizarre the appearance of the manga artist is, or even how busy the editors are. Editors make time to read in their hectic schedule, always reviewing the submission at least once, as they may find a gem that could become a massive hit in the future.

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  1949 | Omoshiro Book

  Launched in 1949. The first magazine of Shueisha Inc., with the catchphrase 'Bright and Fun Magazine for Boys and Girls'. Key Manga: "Sarutobi-Sasuke" by Sugiura Shigeru
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1951-9 | Shoujo Book

  Launched in September 1951. Greatly popular as the first B5 size girls' magazine. It featured interviews with celebrities and sports figures of the time, offering a variety of content. Key Manga: "Boku-chian" by Ueda Toshiko
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1953-9 | Younen Book

  Launched in September 1953. Shueisha took over the publication of children's literature and picture book magazines, which were previously published by the National Book Publishing Association (now Child Honsha), as a "manga magazine." Key Manga: "Doron Chibimaru" by Sugiura Shigeru
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1955-9 | RIBON

  Launched in August 1955. Celebrated its 65th anniversary in August 2020. Initially launched as a sister magazine to "Shoujo Book" and as a comprehensive monthly magazine for young girls. Key Manga : "Chibi Maruko-chan" by Sakura Momoko, "Marmalade Boy" by Yoshizumi Wataru
  (Cover: 65th Anniversary Issue)

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  1958-1 | HINOMARU

  Launched in January 1958. Started as a rebranded version of "Younen Book". Discontinued in the February 1963 issue. Some series running at the time of suspension were transferred to "Shounen Book". Key Manga: "Number 7" by Tezuka Osamu
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1959-1 | Shounen Book

  Launched in January 1959. Started as a rebranded version of "Omoshiro Book". Discontinued in April 1968, when it was merged into the then newly launched "WEEKLY JUMP". Key Manga: "SASUKE" by Shirato Sanpei
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1963-5 | Margaret

  Launched in May 1963. Started as a comprehensive weekly magazine for girls, replacing the discontinued "Shoujo Book". Celebrated its 60th anniversary in May 2023. Key Manga: "The Rose of Versailles" by Ikeda Riyoko, "Boys Over Flowers" by Kamio Yoko
  (Cover: 60th Anniversary Issue)

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  1964-9 | Bessatsu Margaret

  Launched in September 1964. Started as a special edition of "Margaret" and became a monthly publication in 1965. Key Manga: "Itazura na Kiss" by Tada Kaoru, "Kimi ni Todoke" by Shiina Karuho
  (Cover: 60th Anniversary Issue)

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  1966-10 | WEEKLY PLAYBOY

  Launched in October 1966. Not a manga magazine, but a youth magazine that serializes a few manga titles. Many are sequels to legendary manga from "WEEKLY JUMP". Key Manga: "KINNIKUMAN" by Yudetamago
  (Cover: 2020-8 Issue)

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  1967-4 | D Margaret

  Launched in April 1967. Started as a "fashionable and smart girls' comic magazine". Featured many spin-offs and one-shot stories from "Bessatsu Margaret". Discontinued in May 2010. Key Manga: "Sekai wo Teki ni Mawashitemo" by Saito Rin
  (Cover: 2010-7 Issue)

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  1968-8 | WEEKLY JUMP

  Launched in August 1968. The magazine's motto is "Friendship, Effort, Victory", inherited from its predecessor "Shonen Book"'s editorial policy. This magazine features many globally popular works. Key Manga: "Dragon Ball" by Toriyama Akira, "Demon Slayer" by Gotouge Koyoharu
  (Cover: 55th Anniversary Issue)

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  1969-12 | MONTHLY JUMP

  Launched in December 1969 as "Bessatsu JUMP", renamed to "MONTHLY JUMP" in 1974. Suspended with the July 2007 issue. The successor is "JUMP SQUARE". Key Manga: "BEET THE VANDEL BUSTER" by Sanjo Riku / Inada Koji
  (Cover: 2007-7 Issue)

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  1975-8 | RIBON DELUXE

  Launched in August 1975. Featured many one-shot stories, with very few serialized works. It was a quarterly magazine published for only one year, with a total of 11 issues released. Key Manga: "Designer" by Ichijo Yukari
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1976-10 | Petit Margaret

  Launched in October 1976. Published as a sister magazine to "Margaret". The successor is the girls' manga magazine "BOUQUET". Key Manga: "Futari no Douwa" by Iwadate Mariko
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1978-9 | Bouquet

  Launched in September 1978. Founded on "Petit Margaret" and "RIBON DELUXE". The name was inspired by the idea of "bundling Margaret with Ribon to create Bouquet". It was the first A5 size monthly girls' manga magazine. Discontinued in January 2000. Key Manga: "Junjou Crazy Fruits" by Matsunae Akemi
  (Cover: 2000-3 Issue)

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  1979-5 | WEEKLY YOUNG JUMP

  Launched in May 1979. The slogan was "Liberation from love, violence, and power that encompass sexuality", a magazine for young adults. Although "WEEKLY JUMP" is from the same publisher, it is considered a rival magazine. Key Manga: "GANTZ" by Oku Hiroya, "KINGDOM" by Hara Yasuhisa
  (Cover: 2021 No. 50)

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  1980-12 | YOU

  Launched in December 1980, a pioneer in ladies' comics magazines. Has numerous sister publications and special editions. The original magazine name was "Lady's Comic YOU". Discontinued in October 2018. Key Manga: "GOKUSEN" by Morimoto Kozueko
  (Cover: 2018-11 Issue)

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  1981-3 | RIBON ORIGINAL

  Launched in March 1981. Mainly featured one-shot stories, spin-offs, gag & short works from the main "RIBON" magazine series. Discontinued in May 2006. Key Manga: "Hana Ichimonme" by Tanikawa Fumiko
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1982-2 | The Margaret

  Launched in February 1982. Primarily featured long one-shot stories by manga artists active in "Margaret", "Bessatsu Margaret", "Cookie", "Cocohana", and "Ribon", but also included serialized works. Went on hiatus in June 2023. Key Manga: "Houtai Gokko" by Yamagata Aona
  (Cover: 2023-6Issue)

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  1982-8 | Fresh Jump

  Launched in August 1982. The slogan was "Fresh manga by fresh artists, a fresh approach to magazine publishing". Positioned as a breeding ground for new manga artists, akin to the second division of "WEEKLY JUMP". Went on hiatus in December 1988. Key Manga: "Tatakae!! Ramenman" by Yudetamago
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1983-8 | HOBBY's JUMP

  Launched in August 1983. A supplementary issue of "MONTHLY JUMP" published between 1983 and 1988. A total of 16 issues were released. It can be considered a precursor to the later launched "VJUMP". Key Manga: "Puramo Nyuumon-Dou" by Akimoto Osamu
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1985-3 | office YOU

  Launched in March 1985. A monthly manga magazine for office ladies (OLs). Initially, the main readership consisted of housewives and OLs in their 20s, but in recent years, over 82% of the readership is over the age of 40. Key Manga: "Nichinichi Bentou" by Sano Mioko
  (Cover: 35th Anniversary Issue)

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  1985-5 | BUSINESS JUMP

  Launched in July 1985. A manga magazine for working adults. Discontinued with the combined 21st and 22nd issue released in October 2011, succeeded by "GRAND JUMP". Key Manga: "Uramiya Honpo" by Kurihara Shoushou
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1986-5 | YOUNG YOU

  Launched in May 1986 as a special edition of "Seventeen". A sister magazine to "office YOU". Went on hiatus with the November 2005 issue. Key Manga: "Hachimitsu to Clover" by Umino Chika
  (Cover: 2005-11 Issue)

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  1988-5 | tiara

  Launched in May 1988. A monthly manga magazine aimed at women. Featured Kazama Toru as the cover model for every issue. Key Manga: "Dai Renai Senka" by Sakurazawa Erika
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1988-6 | BEARS CLUB

  Launched in June 1988 and discontinued in 1994. Due to the sudden discontinuation, ongoing series at the time were abruptly concluded. Key Manga: "Dynamite Peach" by Katsu-Aki
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1988-10 | SUPER JUMP

  Launched in October 1988. Initially published as a special edition of "WEEKLY JUMP" in 1986. Became an independent monthly magazine starting from the November 1988 issue and was discontinued in 2011. The successor magazine is "GRAND JUMP". Key Manga: "JIN" by Murakami Motoka
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1990-10 | RIBON Special

  Launched in October 1990 as "RIBON Bic Edition", primarily featuring one-shots by young artists. The title underwent frequent changes, ultimately becoming "RIBON Special". (Cover: 2023-9 Issue)

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  1992-11 | VJUMP

  Launched in November 1992. Primarily focused on computer games, especially new and strategy articles for games related to "Weekly Shonen Jump", but also serializes a few manga titles. Key Manga: "Dragon Ball Super" by Toriyama Akira / Toyotarou
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1994-5 | Chorus

  Launched in May 1994. The slogan was "Even girls' manga grows up". Discontinued with the combined November/December issue in September 2011. The successor magazine is "Cocohana". Key Manga: "Mama wa Tenparist" by Higashimura Akiko
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1995-10 | MANGA ALLMAN

  Launched in October 1995. The predecessor was "SUPER JUMP α". Featured many works with a focus on social realism. Discontinued with issue 15 in 2002. Key Manga: "SOMMELIER" by Jou Araki / Kaitani Shinobu
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1996-3 | Oh SUPER JUMP

  Launched in March 1996 as a supplementary issue of "SUPER JUMP". Similar to "MANGA ALLMAN", it featured numerous works of social realism, with many veteran manga artists contributing series. Discontinued with the August 2010 issue. Key Manga: "Bartender" by Jou Araki / Nagatomo Kenji
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1996-9 | RIBON Teens Edition

  Launched in September 1996. Most of the featured works were one-shots, published once or twice a year. Went on hiatus in 1998 and was absorbed into "Cookie". Key Manga: "Gokinjo Monogatari Tokubetsuhen Colorful" by Yazawa Ai
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1998-3 | COMIC Crimson

  Launched in March 1998, this bimonthly girls' manga magazine was published by Sōbisha and distributed by Shueisha in Japan. Discontinued in May 2003. Key Manga: "Corseltel no Ryuujitsushi" by Isurugi Ayuma
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  1999-10 | ULTRA JUMP

  Launched in October 1999. Initially published as "YOUNG JUMP Extra: Ultra Jump" and became an independent publication in 1999. Key Manga: "The JOJOLands" by Araki Hirohiko
  (Cover: 2023-3 Issue)

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  2000-5 | Cookie

  Launched in May 2000. Initially a joint special issue of "RIBON" and "Bouquet" in 1999, it became an independent publication in 2000. The slogan is "Full of girls' love, a new girls' comic!" Key Manga: "NANA" by Yazawa Ai
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2000-12 | Cookie BOX

  Launched in December 2000 as a special issue of "Cookie". Features many one-shot stories. Became a bimonthly magazine starting from the September 2012 issue. Key Manga: "Good Morning Kiss" by Takasuka Yue
  (Cover: 2009-4 Issue)

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  2001-4 | COMIC TOKUMORI

  Launched in April 2001. Initially published compilations of manga series that were serialized in "WEEKLY JUMP", but transitioned to a horror manga magazine in July 2011. Discontinued with the December 2015 issue. Key Manga: "Outer Zone Re:Visited" by Mitsuhara Shin
  (Cover: 2015-12 Issue)

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  2001-7 | BJ KON

  Launched in July 2001. A supplementary issue of "BUSINESS JUMP". Discontinued with issue 54 in July 2010, succeeded by "GRAND JUMP". Key Manga: "Resetman" by Kurihara Masanobu
  (Cover: 2010 No. 54)

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  2003-12 | JIDAIGEKI FAN

  Launched in December 2003 as a special issue of "BUSINESS JUMP". It was the first all-period drama comic magazine within the Shueisha Jump group. Discontinued with issue 15 in 2005. Key Manga: "Zenigata Heiji Torimono Hikae" by Nomura Kodou / Sugar Satou
  (Cover: 2005 No. 15)

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  2006-7 | Amigo!

  Launched in July 2006. The content prominently featured anime adaptations and tie-in works of "RIBON" magazine series. Discontinued with issue 5 in 2007. Key Manga: "Animal Yokochou" by Maekawa Ryo
  (Cover: 2006-12 Issue)

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  2007-11 | JUMP SQUARE

  Launched in November 2007. It features works by artists who have been active in girls' manga magazines, adaptations of anime and novels, and a wide variety of works that transcend genre boundaries. Key Manga: "Blue Exorcist" by Kato Kazue
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2008-5 | MONTHLY YOUNG JUMP

  Launched in May 2008 as a special issue of "WEEKLY YOUNG JUMP", later became a monthly publication. The successor magazine is "MIRACLE JUMP". Discontinued with the August/September 2010 issue. Key Manga: "Hideyoshi de Gozaru!!" by Tanaka Kanako
  (Cover: 2010-9 Issue)

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  2008-6 | JUMP SQUARE SECOND

  Launched in June 2008, it featured new works by authors with serialization experience in "WEEKLY JUMP", spin-offs, and more. It was published until the 4th issue in 2009. The successor magazine is "JUMP SQ.19". （Cover: Inaugural Issue）

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  2009-8 | JUMP SQ.M

  Launched in August 2009, it reprinted the "SUPREME One-Shot Series" with added messages from the authors. Only 2 issues were published. （Cover: 2009-8 Issue）

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  2009-10 | RIBON fantasy Edition

  Launched in October 2009. "RIBON Extra Edition" featured only one-shot fantasy stories. The magazine was published in only two issues. （Cover: 2009-1 Issue）

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  2010-5 | JUMP SQ.19

  Launched in May 2010. Published spin-offs of SQ series and other content. Discontinued with issue 18 in 2015. The successor is "JUMP SQ.CROWN". （Cover: Inaugural Issue）

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  2010-11 | Aoharu

  Launched in November 2010. A special edition of "WEEKLY YOUNG JUMP". Features works from shoujo manga artists to doujinshi authors. All featured works are complete in one issue as standalone stories. （Cover: Inaugural Issue）

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  2010-12 | GIRLS JUMP

  Launched in December 2010. A special edition of "SUPER JUMP". All contributors are exclusively female manga artists. （Cover: Inaugural Issue）

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  2011-1 | MIRACLE JUMP

  Launched in January 2011. A special edition of "WEEKLY YOUNG JUMP". Themed around "SF & Fantasy". Key Manga: "Kaguya-sama wa Kokurasetai: Tensai-tachi no Renai Zunousen" by Akasaka Aka
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2011-2 | BLink

  Launched in February 2011. A Boys' Love magazine. Its slogans are "BL that can only be read here" and "2.5 Dimension Boys' Magazine". Published by Home-sha, with Shueisha as the distributor. Discontinued in the September 2013 issue. Key Manga: "Fukouchuu no Shiawase" by Enzou
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2011-6 | JUMP Χ

  Launched in June 2011. Its slogan is "Manga always teaches us what's important." Started with the concept of a "pure manga magazine" that transcends gender and age barriers, with a focus on female readers. Discontinued in the November 2014 issue. Key Manga: "Yokokuhan" by Tsutsui Tetsuya
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2011-7 | JUMP SQ.LaB

  Launched in July 2011. Similar to "JUMP SQ.II" it featured one-shots and spin-offs by new artists. It went on hiatus with the January 2011 issue. Key Manga: "Kaiten!!" by Hoshino Katsura
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2011-8 | SUPER JUMP High

  Launched in August 2011. A special edition of "SUPER JUMP". Each issue featured one-shot manga aligned with a single theme. It went on hiatus before the second issue was published. Key Manga: "SEN-Gokujo." by Miyazaki Maya
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2011-10 | SUPER DASH & GO!

  Launched in October 2011. A magazine featuring manga adaptations of works from Shueisha's light novel label "SUPER DASH Bunko". Discontinued in the June 2013 issue. Key Manga: "Ben-To" by Asaura / Shibano Kaito
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2011-11 | GRAND JUMP

  Launched in November 2011. The slogan is "The unwavering adult manga magazine for young men". The successor to "BUSINESS JUMP" and "SUPER JUMP". Key Manga: "Shrink: Seishinkai Yowai" by Nanami Jin / Tsukiko
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2011-11 | Cocohana

  Launched in November 2011. The predecessor was "Chorus". A Japanese young ladies' magazine targeted at adult women. The slogan is "Flowers in Your Heart". Key Manga: "Blank Canvas: My So-Called Artist's Journey" by Higashimura Akiko
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2010-9 | Bessatsu Margaret Ssister

  Launched in November 2011. The predecessor was "D Margaret". It features many spin-offs and one-shot stories from "Bessatsu Margaret". (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2011-12 | SAIKYO JUMP

  Launched in December 2011. Created as a special edition of "WEEKLY JUMP" through a collaborative editing process between two magazines, "WEEKLY JUMP" and "VJUMP". Key Manga: "Kimetsu Gakuen!" by Gotouge Koyoharu / Hokami Natsuki
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2011-12 | GRAND JUMP PREMIUM

  Launched in December 2011. The successor to "BUSINESS JUMP" and "SUPER JUMP". Went on hiatus with the November 2018 issue. The successor magazine is "GRAND JUMP mucha". Key Manga: "Kingyozuma" by Kurosawa-R
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2012-5 | bianca

  Launched in May 2012 as a new start of "Bessatsu Margaret". Primarily focused on one-shot stories, the magazine concluded after just three issues. （Cover: Inaugural Issue）

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  2015-7 | JUMP SQ.CROWN

  Launched in July 2015. About half of the content consists of serialized manga, with the remainder being one-shot stories. Went on hiatus with the January 2018 issue. The successor magazine is "JUMP SQ.RISE". Key Manga: "Blood Blockade Battlefront: Back 2 Back" by Naito Yasuhiro
  (Cover: 2018 Winter)

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  2016-7 | JUMP GIGA

  Launched in July 2016 as the successor to "JUMP NEXT!!". Approximately half of the magazine features serialized manga, while the rest includes one-shots and magazine-exclusive spin-offs. Key Manga: "Jujutsu Kaisen 0" by Akutami Gege
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2017-5 | YOUNG JUMP GOLD

  Launched in May 2017. The slogan is "Let's start the golden age." Known for showcasing shining talents, it features one-shots by new artists from "WEEKLY YOUNG JUMP", as well as new episodes and spin-offs. （Cover: Inaugural Issue）

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  2017-11 | GRAND JUMP mecha

  Launched in November 2017. The magazine was born from the significant response to "Seeds of Eros" on the digital comic site "Mecha Comic". It features a lot of sexual content and has many sexy titles. Key Manga: "Seeds of Eros" by Monden Akiko
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2018-4 | JUMP SQ.RISE

  Launched in April 2018 as the successor to "JUMP SQ.CROWN". Approximately half of the magazine is dedicated to serialized manga, with the remainder featuring one-shots and magazine-exclusive spin-offs. Key Manga: "Twin Star Exorcists" by Sukeno Yoshiaki
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)

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  2018-12 | GRAND JUMP mucha

  Launched in December 2018. A successor to "GRAND JUMP PREMIUM". About half of the magazine features serialized manga, with the remainder being one-shots and special features not found in the main magazine. Key Manga: "Joshikousei Joreishi Akane!" by Otake Masao
  (Cover: Inaugural Issue)