Award-Winning 'Frieren: Beyond Journey's End' Manga Enters New Hiatus, Future Return Date Undisclosed

Devoted readers of the globally celebrated manga, Sousou no Frieren, known in English as Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, are once again asked to await its return. The series has officially entered another hiatus. An announcement from the editorial department of Shounen Sunday confirms a new pause in the production of the highly praised fantasy adventure. This marks a recurring pattern since its serialization commenced in April 2020.

Authored by the visionary Kanehito Yamada and artfully illustrated by Tsukasa Abe, the series has navigated several breaks in its acclaimed run. Notable previous hiatuses include a pause in January 2023, which concluded with its return in March. This was followed by another interruption in May 2024, briefly resuming in August, and a subsequent break in December 2024. This latest production halt highlights the intricate and often demanding realities of manga creation, reflecting the ongoing challenges faced by its creative team.

Sousou no Frieren has garnered immense critical and popular acclaim for its refreshingly distinct approach to the fantasy genre. It stands out by exploring the profound emotional and philosophical journey of Frieren, an elven mage grappling with the vastness of her immortal existence and reflecting on human connections after the epic quest to defeat the Demon King has already concluded. The manga’s breathtaking artwork and deeply resonant storytelling have consistently captivated audiences, propelling its circulation to an astounding figure of over 30 million copies by mid-2025.

Further amplifying its reach, the highly anticipated second season of the anime adaptation is scheduled to make its premiere in January 2026, promising to expand Frieren's poignant narrative to an even wider audience. Despite the current uncertainty surrounding its return, fans worldwide remain ardently hopeful for the manga's continuation, eager to delve back into the immersive world and rich character arcs that define the series. However, no specific end date for this latest hiatus has been announced, leaving the timing of Frieren's next chapter eagerly anticipated.