New Comic 'Josei-fuzoku no Manimani' Debuts: A Realistic Industry Drama by Reiya Shinonome and Hinata Aoi

Asuka Shinsha Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Takahisa Doi) has announced the pre-release of the digital comic 'Josei-fuzoku no Manimani' (Volumes 1–6 and Compilations 1–2) on Comic Seymour starting May 29, 2026.

### Project Background Set in a women-oriented adult service shop named 'Lilian,' this omnibus manga explores various perspectives, including those of clients, therapists, and office staff. The project is a collaboration between Reiya Shinonome—a former women-oriented adult service therapist and current popular adult video actor—and Hinata Aoi, a manga artist gaining traction on social media. Together, they reveal the hidden realities of the industry.

### Synopsis Akira, a 32-year-old woman, has avoided romance for over a decade due to trauma from her first boyfriend's ridicule. Struggling with loneliness after moving to Tokyo, she impulsively books a session at 'Lilian.' This encounter opens the door to an unknown world, exploring the intertwining thoughts and wavering hearts of various women who use these services for different reasons.

### E-book Information - Title: Josei-fuzoku no Manimani - Authors: (Original Concept) Reiya Shinonome, (Manga) Hinata Aoi - Publisher: Asuka Shinsha - Release Date: May 29, 2026 - Platform: Comic Seymour (Pre-release)

### Author Profiles - **Reiya Shinonome (Original Concept)**: Former women-oriented adult therapist, now a popular AV actor with over 5,000 appearances. He has also appeared in mainstream productions like Netflix's 'The Outrageous' (Jimenshitachi). - **Hinata Aoi (Manga)**: A manga artist active primarily on social media, known for a wide range of genres including daily life, creative fiction, and comedy.