Summary
Fans of wrestling manga already have plenty to be excited about withKinnikuman’s45th anniversary in 2024, but the news doesn’t stop there, in light of a new collaboration. Announced by
Yuto Tsukuda on X(formerly Twitter,) he will be joined by Shun Saeki and Takashi Shimada, creator ofKinnikumanfor a special one-shotFood Wars!: Shokugeki no SomaandKinnikumancollaboration.
Further corroborated byShimada on X, this will feature the artwork of Shun Saeki and the writing by Yuto Tsukuda to create another visual showcase in the vein of their previousOne Piececollaboration. Tsukuda mentions using Prince Suguru, Meat-kun, and Bibimba, alongside Food Wars' Sōma Yukihira and, likely, Ikumi Mito, alluded to as the “donburi girl.” For fans of either franchise, it releases first inKinnikuman Jumpvolume #5 as of June 21, 2025.
Kinnikuman Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Food Wars Collaboration
As if the July Anime Isn’t Exciting Enough Already
Fans ofKinnikumanwill be delighted to see thisFood Wars!: Shokugeki no Somacollaboration once it is available internationally for digital readers worldwide. However, the latestKinnikumanmanga updates are available in Japanese atShū Play News’s official website. Fans aren’t the only ones excited, with Yuto Tsukuda voicing his excitement about working with theKinnikumancreator, which is sure to boost excitement for the series in addition to theKinnikumananime releasing June 08, 2025.
What a Kinnikuman x Shokugeki no Soma Crossover Could Look Like
The Food Wars Creators Have Cooked Up Collaborations Before
For those unfamiliar with Yuto Tsukuda and Shun Saeki’s previous work,Food Wars!has crossed over to another popular franchise before, with itsOne Piececollaboration,Shokugeki no Sanji.In the series, familiar characters across multiple story arcs inOne PieceenjoyFood Wars’impossibly scrumptious delightsinspired by the lands across the Grand Line.Kinnikumancan expect a similar treatment by theShokugeki no Somacreators, especially with collaboration alongsideKinnikuman’screator.
What this means forKinnikumanshould be clear, given its characters are empowered by food, such as Suguru growing to the size of kaiju after eating garlic. The prospect of delicious foods being prepared for these characters, either for power-ups or enjoyment, is amusing, as it can stand in for previous product placement references like Yoshinoya beef bowls or Morinaga cocoa. But with characters like Bibimba and Donburi Girl appearing, Shun Saeki’s penchant for fanservice will likely also feature, making thisKinnikuman x Shokugeki no Somacollaboration a can’t-miss event.
Kinnikuman: Perfect Origin Arc
Cast
Kinnikuman: Perfect Origin Arc (2024) continues the iconic wrestling saga, exploring the backstory of Kinnikuman. This new installment delves into the origins and adventures of the protagonist and his rivals, combining humor, action, and character development. Featuring new and returning characters, it aims to captivate both long-time fans and newcomers to the series.
