the manga Oshi ga Budoukan Ittekuretara Shinu (If My Favorite Pop Idol Made it to the Budokan, I Would Die), written and illustrated by Auri Hiraowill come to an end with the publication of his next chapter. The news was confirmed in chapter 65 of the work, published in the magazine Monthly Comic Ryuu of Tokuma Shoten.
The series, which began serialization in 2015portrays the devotion of Eripiyoa passionate fan of the idol group Cham Jamand his unwavering love for the unpopular Maina Ichii. Despite spending all her money supporting her idol, Eripiyo maintains her enthusiasm and promise: she would die happy if Maina ever performed at the Budoukan.
A comedy of passion and devotion
The manga stood out for its mix of humor and emotionexploring the bond between fan and idol from a tender and obsessive perspective. With more than 1 million copies in circulationthe work was included in the list of 20 Best Mangas for Male Readers of the ranking Kono Manga ga Sugoi! in 2016. Tokuma Shoten published volume 11 in December 2024 and will release the final volume, number 12, the December 12, 2025.
Adaptations and legacy
The success of the manga led to multiple adaptations. In May 2023 one was released live-action movieand for February 2026 the premiere of a theatrical work which will be presented in Aichi and Tokyo. Additionally, the series was published in English by Tokyopopexpanding its reach to international readers.
What did you think of the tour? Eripiyo and Maina? Do you think Oshi ga Budoukan Ittekuretara Shinu Will he say goodbye with a memorable ending?
