Titan Manga Announces New English Release Dates for Record Journey and High Elf with a Long Life

Titan Manga recently revealed English-language previews and updated release dates for two upcoming manga: Ryoichiro Kezuka’s Record Journey (Onban Kikō) and rarutori, Ciavis, & Kō Narita’s High Elf with a Long Life (Tensei Shite High Elf ni Narimashita ga, Slow Life wa 120-nen de Akimashita). Both titles are now set to ship later than first announced — Record Journey Vol. 1 will ship May 26, and High Elf with a Long Life Vol. 1 will ship June 30 — and are available for pre-order from several retailers.

Record Journey Vol. 1 — A Warm, Music-Driven Collection

Record Journey Vol. 1 collects a series of short stories by Ryoichiro Kezuka that revolve around music, memory, and quiet human connections. The central setting is a small record shop in Tokyo where a young woman works behind the counter. Each visitor to the shop arrives with a specific record and a private history; through the act of listening, walls come down and bittersweet moments surface. Kezuka’s approach blends gentle slice-of-life beats with emotional resonance, making this volume appealing to readers who favor introspective, character-driven manga.

Author background and style

Ryoichiro Kezuka is known for delicate storytelling that highlights ordinary lives and everyday rituals. Prior projects by Kezuka showcase a sensitivity to atmosphere and sound — qualities that translate well to a manga about records and listening. Record Journey’s focus on short, self-contained vignettes means readers can dip in and out while still enjoying satisfying emotional arcs.

Release update and where to pre-order

Originally scheduled for late April, Record Journey Vol. 1 will now ship on May 26. Pre-orders are available through several retailers; for readers in the U.K. and internationally, Forbidden Planet currently lists the volume for pre-order. Forbidden Planet (pre-order). North American retailers such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Books-A-Million also have the listing.

High Elf with a Long Life Vol. 1 — Adventure, Food, and Centuries of Perspective

High Elf with a Long Life follows Acer, a high elf who has endured 120 years of peaceful, stifling calm in the Great Pulha Woodlands. Unlike his kin, Acer retains memories of a previous human life — complete with cravings for hearty meals, excitement, and the thrill of danger. Armed with a bow, spirit-blessed fruit, and centuries of skill, he leaves the forest to experience the wider world. The premise blends classic isekai / fantasy reincarnation tropes with a slower, more food-and-travel-oriented pace: adventure tempered by the steady voice of a protagonist who has lived a long life.

Why this series stands out

High Elf with a Long Life leans into the “slow life” fantasy subgenre: long-lived characters who savor ordinary pleasures and new experiences rather than being driven solely by combat escalation or plot-driven stakes. Fans of travel-oriented fantasy, gentle slice-of-life fantasy, and meals-as-moments manga will likely find this series a comfortable fit.

Release update and pre-order information

The English edition of High Elf with a Long Life was originally slated for release in early June but will now ship on June 30. Pre-orders are available from major retailers; for buyers who prefer large marketplaces, the Amazon listing is active and provides a convenient option. Amazon (pre-order). Other retailers such as Barnes & Noble and Forbidden Planet have listings as well.

What the delays mean for readers and collectors

Shipping delays of a few weeks are relatively common during new release seasons, especially when publishers coordinate logistics across territories. For readers, the primary impact is timing: if you’d planned to read both volumes soon after the originally announced dates, expect a short wait. For collectors, slightly later shipping may affect first-print availability or bundled promotions — so pre-ordering remains the safest route to secure a copy of the first printing.

Practical tips for pre-ordering

• Pre-order from your preferred retailer to lock in price and secure first-print copies.
• Check cancellation and shipping policies if you want the option to compare editions or wait for local bookstore stock.
• For U.K. buyers, specialized shops like Forbidden Planet may carry exclusive covers or retailer bonuses — check product pages for details.

Who should read these titles?

Record Journey is ideal for readers who enjoy introspective, music-infused slice-of-life stories; it’s less about action and more about mood, memory, and the connective power of music. High Elf with a Long Life will appeal to fans of gentle fantasy, long-lived protagonists, and slow-burn world exploration — especially readers who like a mix of adventure and daily-life pleasures (meals, travel, and quiet moments).

Final thoughts

Titan Manga’s upcoming English releases for Record Journey and High Elf with a Long Life promise two very different but complementary reading experiences: one intimate and music-driven, the other leisurely and rooted in fantasy travel. While a short wait accompanies the updated shipping dates — Record Journey on May 26 and High Elf with a Long Life on June 30 — both titles look poised to find appreciative audiences in English-speaking markets. If you’re building a collection of thoughtful, character-led manga this year, these two volumes are worth pre-ordering and keeping an eye on when they arrive.