Big Comic Spirits’ recent issues brought good news for fans of Yūgo Kobayashi: the Aoashi side story Aoashi: Brotherfoot is set to resume in Weekly Big Comic Spirits around early April 2026, while Kobayashi is preparing a new long-form project (the exact launch timing has been adjusted as the author focuses on finishing current work). Meanwhile the main Aoashi manga concluded its decade-long run with a final collected volume, and the anime adaptation continues to expand with a confirmed second season airing in October. Below we break down everything fans need to know about the manga status, spinoff return, Kobayashi’s other series Fermat no Ryōri, and the anime rollout. ([ameblo.jp](https://ameblo.jp/yugo-kobayashi0503/entry-12947712536.html?utm_source=openai))
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Aoashi: Brotherfoot — the spinoff returns
Aoashi: Brotherfoot (アオアシ ブラザーフット) is Kobayashi’s focused side story about Shun Aoi — Ashito’s brother — that originally serialized for a short, five-chapter run in Weekly Big Comic Spirits in July–August 2021 and was compiled into a single volume released on August 30, 2021. The series went on hiatus after its initial run; Kobayashi has since indicated that the Brotherfoot serialization will resume in Weekly Big Comic Spirits around April 2026 (the magazine’s 19th issue), with in-progress pages shared on the official Aoashi channels. For readers who missed the first run, Shogakukan’s announcement and the original collected volume remain the primary sources for the spinoff’s initial release. ([bigcomics.jp](https://bigcomics.jp/series/1a297529b1ec3?utm_source=openai))
Where the main Aoashi story stands
Aoashi began serialization in Weekly Big Comic Spirits in January 2015 and grew into one of Japan’s standout soccer manga of the 2010s–2020s. The series wrapped its decade-long run with a planned conclusion at volume 40; the final collected volume went on sale Friday, August 29, 2025. Aoashi also won the 65th Shogakukan Manga Award in the general manga category (shared recognition in 2020), cementing its place among modern sports manga highlights. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aoashi?utm_source=openai))
Kobayashi’s collaborators and career notes
Naohiko Ueno is credited for research and original-story collaboration on Aoashi through the manga’s 17th collected volume, bringing specialist insight that helped the series’ realistic portrayal of youth soccer development. With Aoashi finished, Kobayashi has publicly signaled that a brand-new manga project is in the works for Big Comic Spirits, though he’s taken time to prioritize finishing Aoashi-related commitments and the Brotherfoot relaunch. Readers should expect official scheduling updates from the magazine and the author’s channels. ([animetv-jp.net](https://animetv-jp.net/news/aoashi-manga-concludes-as-kobayashi-prepares-new-manga/?utm_source=openai))
Anime updates: Aoashi Season 2 and broadcast details
The Aoashi anime — which introduced many international viewers to Kobayashi’s work when the first season aired in April–September 2022 — is returning for a second season. The second season is scheduled to premiere on NHK Educational (NHK E-Tele) on October 4, 2026; promotional visuals and a teaser PV have begun appearing in official channels and Japanese media coverage. The news of Season 2 also included a change in production studio for the sequel, reflecting a refreshed staff and new promotional plans leading into the broadcast window. If you plan to follow the TV broadcast, note the specific date (Sunday, October 4, 2026) so you don’t miss the premiere. ([us.oricon-group.com](https://us.oricon-group.com/news/7991/?utm_source=openai))
Fermat no Ryōri (Fermat Kitchen) — Kobayashi’s other adaptation
Beyond soccer, Kobayashi’s Fermat no Ryōri (often rendered in English as Fermat’s Cuisine or Fermat Kitchen) began in Kodansha’s Monthly Shōnen Magazine in September 2018 and accumulated multiple tankōbon volumes (seven volumes reported as of mid‑January 2026). The manga received an anime adaptation in Summer 2025: the TV anime premiered in Japan on July 5, 2025 and was picked up for international streaming by REMOW (which licensed the series as “Fermat Kitchen” for select North American FAST channels and YouTube). The show expanded Kobayashi’s audience beyond sports fans and demonstrated his range as a storyteller. For international viewers interested in streaming, REMOW’s licensing notices and regional windowing are the best places to check current availability. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fermat_Kitchen?utm_source=openai))
Helpful reference links (external, nofollow): Shogakukan announcement for Aoashi/Brotherfoot releases, and REMOW licensing details for Fermat Kitchen.
What to expect next
For manga readers
Expect Brotherfoot’s resumed chapters to deliver character-focused, short-form storytelling about the Aoi brothers — a nice complement to the main series’ long-form arcs. With Aoashi now complete in its main volume run, collectors will likely see reprints, special editions, or promotional tie-ins (common when a series concludes and the anime continues), so keep an eye on the publisher’s site for sales windows and limited releases. ([shogakukan-comic.jp](https://shogakukan-comic.jp/news/32013?utm_source=openai))
For anime viewers
If you follow the TV broadcast, mark October 4, 2026 on your calendar for Aoashi Season 2’s NHK Educational premiere. Streaming windows will depend on regional licensors; historically, the first season streamed during its broadcast window on Crunchyroll, while regional deals can vary for the sequel. ([us.oricon-group.com](https://us.oricon-group.com/news/7991/?utm_source=openai))
Final thoughts
Kobayashi’s decade with Aoashi closed a major chapter in contemporary sports manga while leaving a lively franchise ecosystem: a spinoff returning, a second anime season on the horizon, and a distinct non‑sports title (Fermat no Ryōri) that broadened his profile. For long-time fans the Brotherfoot relaunch is a welcome chance to revisit familiar characters in a new rhythm; for newcomers, the staggered rollout of manga volumes and anime seasons offers multiple entry points. Keep your feeds tuned to Weekly Big Comic Spirits, Shogakukan’s official pages, and the official Aoashi channels for the most reliable release updates and chapter drops. ([ameblo.jp](https://ameblo.jp/yugo-kobayashi0503/entry-12947712536.html?utm_source=openai))
