Bocchi the Rock manga surpasses 3 million copies in circulation
Bocchi the Rock manga rocks the charts with a staggering 3 million copies circulating its first six volumes! This sensational series has captivated fans with its unique storyline and memorable characters, cementing its place as a true milestone in the world of manga
The manga series Bocchi the Rock has already circulated an impressive 3 million copies with just its first six volumes, reaching a significant milestone following the success of its anime adaptation. This achievement is particularly noteworthy given the manga's initially slow sales. Authored and illustrated by Aki Hamazi, Bocchi the Rock is a Japanese four-panel manga series that first appeared in Houbunsha's seinen manga magazine Manga Time Kirara Max in December 2017. To date, the series has produced six compiled volumes, with a seventh on the horizon.
Bocchi the Rock manga has 3 million copies in circulation
Aki Hamazi's manga series, Bocchi the Rock, has reached a circulation of 3 million copies. Initially starting in December 2017, it took until March 2023 to reach 2 million copies, following the release of the anime in the Fall 2022 season. However, the series has since sold an additional million copies worldwide, bringing the total circulation to 3 million with just six manga volumes.
Bocchi the Rock manga volume 7 is set to be released in the Fall of 2024. However, that is just the Japanese version of the manga.
What is Bocchi the Rock manga about?
Yen Press has currently only published one volume of the English version of the manga, with the second volume scheduled for release on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. The third volume is expected to be released on May 21, 2024.
Hitori Gotou, as depicted in the anime (Image via CloverWorks)
High school student Hitori "Bocchi" Gotou leads a solitary existence. In her spare moments, she dedicates herself to practicing her guitar, harboring the hope that one day she'll join a band and, in turn, gain recognition. With this in mind, she envisions creating a school band as her initial foray into enhancing her social life.
Unfortunately, her inadequate social skills held her back, leading her to spend years practicing her guitar in solitude. Nonetheless, she eventually found online success by sharing guitar covers of popular songs.
Kessoku Band as seen in the anime (Image via CloverWorks)
One day, Bocchi was discovered by Nijika Ijichi and invited to join her band, Kessoku Band, after a member departed. Overwhelmed by the sudden shift in her life, Bocchi embraced the opportunity, working hard to improve her social skills and musical abilities in hopes that it would lead to greater things.
Editor's P/S
As a hard fan of Bocchi the Rock, I am thrilled to hear that the manga has surpassed 3 million copies in circulation. This is a testament to the series' popularity and the hard work of its creator, Aki Hamazi. The story of Hitori "Bocchi" Gotou and her journey to overcome her social anxiety and form a band is both heartwarming and inspiring. I am eagerly awaiting the release of the seventh volume of the manga and the second and third volumes of the English version.
I believe that Bocchi the Rock has the potential to become one of the most popular manga and anime series of all time. The characters are relatable and well-developed, the story is engaging and heartwarming, and the music is catchy and memorable. I highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys slice-of-life, comedy, or music anime and manga.
