Confession 

 
**Release Date:** December 17, 2024  
From *Kaiji* creator Nobuyuki Fukumoto and *Zipang* artist Kaiji Kawaguchi, *Confession* is a thrilling, single-volume story set on a snowy mountaintop. When climber Ishikura makes a dark confession to his partner Asai, their tense situation escalates. With a looming storm and shelter found, the confession leaves Asai feeling anything but safe, leading to a suspense-filled night. This one-shot thriller is ideal for fans of psychological suspense and survival horror.

  Re:Anima Vol. 1 

 
**Release Date:** December 17, 2024  
This new sci-fi series imagines a future where humans live underground due to a solar flare, but experience life above ground through virtual Re:Anima bodies. While these bodies allow humans to maintain life as they knew it, some exploit the tech for sinister purposes. The Enforcement Bureau fights to keep peace, and top operative Kara has a hidden side that promises to add depth and intrigue to this action-packed series. *Re:Anima* delves into themes of technology, ethics, and human nature, making it a must-read for sci-fi fans.

 Ashita no Joe: Fighting for Tomorrow Vol. 1 

 
**Release Date:** December 24, 2024  
A classic manga revered for its impact, *Ashita no Joe* follows Joe Yabuki, an orphan whose knack for fighting lands him in juvie, where he meets washed-up boxing coach Danpei Tange. Determined to turn Joe into a boxing champion, Danpei helps set Joe on a path that has captivated readers for decades. This release captures the iconic series from the start, introducing the original gritty story with a fresh, faithful translation. Fans of sports and classic manga should definitely check it out.

These December releases from Kodansha offer something for everyone, from classic storytelling to fresh sci-fi and gripping thrillers.