{"title":"Ippon Takegushi \u0026 Santa Mitarashi","description":"\u003cp\u003eIppon Takegushi \u0026amp; Santa Mitarashi's author collection follows \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shinobi-undercover\"\u003eShinobi Undercover\u003c\/a\u003e. Takegushi writes the story, while Mitarashi illustrates the ninja school action comedy about covert bodyguard missions, secret identities, and explosive fights hidden inside ordinary student life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis page focuses on \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/manga\"\u003eJapanese manga volumes\u003c\/a\u003e and related \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/books-media\"\u003ebook releases\u003c\/a\u003e connected to the creator team when available. It is built for readers following current Jump-style action titles in Japanese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are starting Shinobi Undercover or tracking new manga with school comedy and ninja action, this author page keeps Takegushi and Mitarashi releases easy to find.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"shinobi-undercover-vol-1-japanese-manga","title":"Shinobi Undercover Vol. 1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShinobi Undercover Vol. 1\u003c\/strong\u003e is an official Japanese paper manga volume by Ippon Takegushi \u0026amp; Santa Mitarashi, published by Shueisha under the Jump Comics label. This listing is for the original Japanese edition for collectors and readers who want the authentic Shueisha release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolume 1 is part of the undercover bodyguard mission and school infiltration arc. In modern Japan, Yodaka of the Public Security Shinobi Unit is ordered to protect high-school student Aoi Himukai. Yodaka plans to blend in quietly because he is terrible at communication, but his undercover bodyguard mission takes an unexpected turn when he somehow becomes her friend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the official Japanese \u003cstrong\u003epaper\u003c\/strong\u003e edition: 192 pages, released in Japan on January 4, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shueisha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405175316845,"sku":"HT-MANGA-000481","price":801.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/9700\/8749\/files\/hobbytiger-manga-shinobi-undercover-vol-1-japanese-manga-cover.jpg?v=1780643056"},{"product_id":"shinobi-undercover-vol-2-japanese-manga","title":"Shinobi Undercover Vol. 2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShinobi Undercover Vol. 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is an official Japanese paper manga volume by Ippon Takegushi \u0026amp; Santa Mitarashi, published by Shueisha under the Jump Comics label. This listing is for the original Japanese edition for collectors and readers who want the authentic Shueisha release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolume 2 is part of the undercover bodyguard mission and school infiltration arc. After Yodaka and Hibari defeat the rogue ninja targeting Aoi, another assassin begins threatening their peaceful school life. As preparations for the sports festival move forward, Yodaka struggles to take part in the event and entrusts the guard duty to Umineko, only for the mission to shift again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the official Japanese \u003cstrong\u003epaper\u003c\/strong\u003e edition: 192 pages, released in Japan on March 4, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shueisha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405177020781,"sku":"HT-MANGA-000482","price":801.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/9700\/8749\/files\/hobbytiger-manga-shinobi-undercover-vol-2-japanese-manga-cover.jpg?v=1780643141"},{"product_id":"shinobi-undercover-vol-3-japanese-manga","title":"Shinobi Undercover Vol. 3","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShinobi Undercover Vol. 3\u003c\/strong\u003e is an official Japanese paper manga volume by Ippon Takegushi \u0026amp; Santa Mitarashi, published by Shueisha under the Jump Comics label. This listing is for the original Japanese edition for collectors and readers who want the authentic Shueisha release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolume 3 is part of the rogue ninja attacks, false romance, and summer mission arc. Aoi is deeply relieved when Yodaka returns safely after repelling Tobi surprise attack, and Yodaka starts feeling a strange change in his heart around her. At the same time, a new bodyguard ninja named Suzume steps forward to play the role of Aoi boyfriend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the official Japanese \u003cstrong\u003epaper\u003c\/strong\u003e edition: 192 pages, released in Japan on June 4, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shueisha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405178429805,"sku":"HT-MANGA-000483","price":801.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/9700\/8749\/files\/hobbytiger-manga-shinobi-undercover-vol-3-japanese-manga-cover.jpg?v=1780643227"},{"product_id":"shinobi-undercover-vol-4-japanese-manga","title":"Shinobi Undercover Vol. 4","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShinobi Undercover Vol. 4\u003c\/strong\u003e is an official Japanese paper manga volume by Ippon Takegushi \u0026amp; Santa Mitarashi, published by Shueisha under the Jump Comics label. This listing is for the original Japanese edition for collectors and readers who want the authentic Shueisha release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolume 4 is part of the rogue ninja attacks, false romance, and summer mission arc. Yodaka returns from an infiltration mission determined to celebrate Aoi birthday, but Public Security treats the operation as a failure. As he heads out with Mimizuku, summer vacation also brings Yodaka the chance to go to the beach with Aoi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the official Japanese \u003cstrong\u003epaper\u003c\/strong\u003e edition: 200 pages, released in Japan on September 4, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shueisha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405179478381,"sku":"HT-MANGA-000484","price":801.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/9700\/8749\/files\/hobbytiger-manga-shinobi-undercover-vol-4-japanese-manga-cover.jpg?v=1780643312"},{"product_id":"shinobi-undercover-vol-5-japanese-manga","title":"Shinobi Undercover Vol. 5","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShinobi Undercover Vol. 5\u003c\/strong\u003e is an official Japanese paper manga volume by Ippon Takegushi \u0026amp; Santa Mitarashi, published by Shueisha under the Jump Comics label. This listing is for the original Japanese edition for collectors and readers who want the authentic Shueisha release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolume 5 is part of the joint exercise, rogue ninja pursuit, and cultural festival betrayal arc. At the joint exercise in Shiosai Port, Yodaka Ninth Unit finally clashes head-on with the bloodline-heavy Sixth Unit. While Hayabusa, the Sixth Unit ace, aims for Yodaka title as the strongest young ninja, Umineko challenges her stronger older sister Mukudori.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the official Japanese \u003cstrong\u003epaper\u003c\/strong\u003e edition: 200 pages, released in Japan on November 4, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shueisha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405179740525,"sku":"HT-MANGA-000485","price":801.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/9700\/8749\/files\/hobbytiger-manga-shinobi-undercover-vol-5-japanese-manga-cover.jpg?v=1780643398"},{"product_id":"shinobi-undercover-vol-6-japanese-manga","title":"Shinobi Undercover Vol. 6","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShinobi Undercover Vol. 6\u003c\/strong\u003e is an official Japanese paper manga volume by Ippon Takegushi \u0026amp; Santa Mitarashi, published by Shueisha under the Jump Comics label. 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Before he can sort through the flood of information and emotions, he collapses with a fever and a group of rogue ninja launches a sudden attack on Aoi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the official Japanese \u003cstrong\u003epaper\u003c\/strong\u003e edition: 184 pages, released in Japan on January 5, 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shueisha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405180428653,"sku":"HT-MANGA-000486","price":801.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/9700\/8749\/files\/hobbytiger-manga-shinobi-undercover-vol-6-japanese-manga-cover.jpg?v=1780643483"},{"product_id":"shinobi-undercover-vol-7-japanese-manga","title":"Shinobi Undercover Vol. 7","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShinobi Undercover Vol. 7\u003c\/strong\u003e is an official Japanese paper manga volume by Ippon Takegushi \u0026amp; Santa Mitarashi, published by Shueisha under the Jump Comics label. 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