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Niconico Manga's Winter Festival Campaign

Niconico Manga, operated by Dwango Inc., is set to roll out one of its most exciting initiatives of the season — the "Winter Manga Festival Free Story Extravaganza Campaign." Kicking off on December 23, 2025, and running until February 3, 2026, this campaign offers readers access to around 100 different manga titles completely free of charge.

The campaign is structured into three distinct phases, each focusing on specific manga works handpicked for this special opportunity. During the first phase, running from December 23 to January 6, fans can enjoy popular titles such as the girls' romantic comedy "I Can't Become My Girlfriend, No Way (But It Turned Out I Could!)" (abbreviated as "Watanare") and the trending work "The History of the Orc Kingdom: How the Savage Orc Land Burned Down the Peaceful Elf Nation." These works have already captured the attention of readers, making them must-reads this winter.

As part of the second phase, which will take place from January 6 to January 20, manga enthusiasts can anticipate thrilling content including the chilling horror-action story set in a kindergarten, "Kaya-chan is Not Scary," known for its engaging plot and impressive illustrations. This phase also includes popular manga that will become part of the anime lineup starting in January 2026.

The final phase, from January 20 to February 3, will feature the fantasy tale "The Magician Knon Can See," revolving around a blind prodigy on a quest to master magic. This title demonstrates the innovative storytelling and unique character development that has made it so popular among readers.

Campaign Details

• - Overall Duration: December 23, 2025, 11:00 AM - February 3, 2026, 11:00 AM

Phase 1

• - Duration: December 23, 2025, 11:00 AM - January 6, 2026, 11:00 AM
• - Special Website: Winter Festival Phase 1
• - Highlighted Works:

- I Can't Become My Girlfriend, No Way (But It Turned Out I Could!) - Read here
- The History of the Orc Kingdom - Read here

Phase 2

• - Duration: January 6, 2026, 11:00 AM - January 20, 2026, 11:00 AM
• - Special Website: Winter Festival Phase 2
• - Featured Work:

- Kaya-chan is Not Scary - Read here

Phase 3

• - Duration: January 20, 2026, 11:00 AM - February 3, 2026, 11:00 AM
• - Special Website: Winter Festival Phase 3
• - Featured Work:

- The Magician Knon Can See - Read here

What is Niconico Manga?

Niconico Manga is an interactive web manga platform managed by Dwango Inc., where users can enjoy popular published manga as well as emerging works. The platform features both official publications from renowned magazines like Weekly Shonen Jump, Weekly Shonen Magazine, and Weekly Shonen Sunday and allows users to submit their own manga creations. Its unique comment feature enhances the reading experience, allowing for community interaction.

Furthermore, Niconico Manga collaborates with KaDOKAWA Group to sponsor the "Next Manga Award" (co-hosted with Da Vinci) and also organizes fans' favorite manga contests. This dedication to nurturing both readers and creators continues to build a vibrant community around manga culture.

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