In this post, we take a closer look at the current status of the series “Sakamoto Days”.
Status#
Based on our analysis, the series is NOT FINISHED. ❌
Here’s how we reached that conclusion:
- Some related entries are still listed as ongoing on MyAnimeList
- The series is listed as not ended on Trakt
- The original source material has not been fully adapted, according to MangaUpdates
Taken together, these points indicate that Sakamoto Days is still ongoing in some form.
Watch order#
Sakamoto ↗ ↖
Sakamoto Days ↗ ↖
Summary
Tarou Sakamoto was considered the greatest hitman of all time. Feared by many, he stood at the top of the underground world until he met and fell in love with a woman. As a result, Sakamoto abandoned his life of crime and now works as a convenience store clerk.Leaving his shady past behind proves more difficult than Sakamoto initially imagined. Many of his former rivals and partners do not believe that he has truly left the business and show up in hopes of taking him out. Barred from killing, Sakamoto must find creative ways to subdue his enemies and prevent them from bringing harm to his family, his store, and the small town he resides in.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Background
Sakamoto Days has been simulpub digitally in English through MANGA Plus. The volumes have been published in English by VIZ Media under the Shonen Jump imprint since April 5, 2022. It has also been released in Italian by Panini Comics since May 19, 2022; and in Polish by Studio JG since October 21, 2022.
Sakamoto Days: Koroshiya no Method ↗ ↖
SAKAMOTO DAYS 殺し屋のメソッド
Summary
Shin and Nagumo have a fishing duel at the Sakamoto family camp! Spin-off stories that you can read only in the novel, such as Shishiba and Osaragi's ramen eating trip, Kashima's remote work situation, and more!(Source: Shueisha, translated)
Sakamoto Holidays ↗ ↖
Summary
Sakamoto and Shin catch a shoplifter, but the shoplifter returns with his gang to ambush them. Can Sakamoto and Shin defend themselves without spilling blood, keep Hana unaware of what's happening, and complete the housework perfectly?(Source: VIZ Media)
Sakamoto Days ↗ ↖
Summary
The name Tarou Sakamoto once instilled fear in every villain. No other professional hitman matched his prowess, and fellow assassins revered him. However, Sakamoto fell in love. In five short years, he married, became a father, put on some weight, and traded his weapons for an apron as he became the owner of a humble convenience store.Although Sakamoto is decidedly retired, he finds his old life of crime hard to shake off. His former partner, Shin Asakura, reappears and resolves to stay with Sakamoto’s family under their strict no-kill rule. To make matters worse, a large bounty is placed on Sakamoto’s head. Numerous assassins now pursue him—but they are in for a surprise. Sakamoto has not lost his edge, and no matter what tricks his enemies pull, he will fight off every last one to protect his dear family.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Sakamoto Days Part 2 ↗ ↖
Summary
The legendary former hitman Tarou Sakamoto has thwarted numerous assassins after an enormous bounty on his head was issued. But he cannot seem to catch a break and simply take it easy with his beloved family. A mysterious and infamous figure known as Slur has brought a group of insane death row inmates to Japan, who hold back from nothing to eliminate their targets.Sakamoto is not the only target—the criminals have been assigned to kill various other people, including the new hires at Sakamoto’s convenience store, Shin Asakura and Lu Shaotang. The situation escalates even further when the Order, a group of the most skilled Japanese assassins, becomes involved. As the inmates begin wreaking havoc, Sakamoto and his allies must remain vigilant for the sake of everything they hold dear.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Sakamoto Days 2nd Season ↗ ↖
SAKAMOTO DAYS 第2期