US now hosts Emaqi, a fresh electronic manga marketplace
Introducingemaqi, the fresh new digital manga service that's officially live in Canada and the US! This bad boy boasts an impressive collection of over 13,000 manga volumes from big-time publishers like VIZ Media, Kodansha USA, Yen Press, and more. And that's not all, ‘cause emaqi is the sole spot for nearly 50 can't-miss titles, such as Anjo the Mischievous Gal, The Vampire Dies in No Time, and Liverleaf. By 2025, that exclusive lineup will grow to a whopping 100 never-before-translated manga, bro!
So, how does it work? With emaqi's pay-per-title model, you'll find in-app purchases on the App Store and Google Play Store. For readers who prefer to bide their time, some titles will offer a "Wait Until Free" system, unlocking one chapter every 23 hours at no cost. After you've screamed your way through the freebies, you can cough up cash for the rest. And don't worry, one-shot titles are totally free to devour in their entirety!
Shoko Ugaki, the CEO and Founder of Orange, had this to say, "I started this company to give fans worldwide a taste of the manga culture that's so huge in Japan. Over 95% of manga published in Japan never sees the light of day in English. We're on a mission to change that by showcasing more jaw-dropping manga works to non-Japanese audiences."
To help you navigate this mammoth library filled with diverse genres and worlds, emaqi has cooked up a nifty solution for sampling new series. The app's got a feature called "Dig," which lets you swipe vertically through content and horizontally to switch between various works like a boss. "Dig" makes it a breeze to discover your new favorite manga. Additionally, the app provides personalized recommendations and plans to add automatic text enlargement for comfortable reading on your smartphone.
All aboard, manga fans! Grab the app on the Google Play and Apple App Store!
Bonus Insights:Emaqi aims to release new manga titles on a regular schedule, though specific details, such as weekly or biweekly updates, have yet to be shared. The "Wait Until Free" system is likely similar to other such systems, where readers wait for a designated time to access certain chapters for free. For the most current and precise information about emaqi's release schedule and "Wait Until Free" mechanism, we recommend checking out the official emaqi site or app.
Technology is evolving, and emaqi is introducing new ways to enjoy manga on gadgets, with smartphones being the most popular. Aside from the app, e-readers could potentially become a great platform for reading thousands of manga volumes available on emaqi.
