Kindergarten WARS

### Original run

September 15, 2022 (Indie Version)March 3, 2023 (Shounen Jump+ Serialized) - OngoingMay 11, 2023 (Simulpub) - Ongoing

### Publisher

SHUEISHA (in Japanese)
Seoul Media Comics (in Korean)

### Genre

Action, Romance, Comedy

**Kindergarten WARS** (幼稚園WARS, *Yōchien Wars*) is a Japanese manga that combines action and romantic comedy elements, written and illustrated by the manga artist You Chiba. Chiba is recognized for his notable works such as Dri Cam!!, Star no Star, and others.

Originally released as an indie series, short for independent series, Kindergarten WARS transitioned into a full-fledged serialization starting from Chapter 20 on September 15, 2022, owing to its increasing popularity among readers.

Readers now have the official opportunity to access the simulpublish translation of the manga through MANGA Plus app, which commenced on May 11, 2023, featuring three chapters. The translation team responsible for the official release will continue their efforts until they catch up to the latest chapter of the manga.

## Synopsis

Welcome to Kindergarten Noir, an exclusive institution attended by the offspring of prominent global figures. Within this unique setting, Teacher Rita, while actively searching for a romantic partner, has encountered difficulties in finding a suitable match. However, fate takes an unexpected turn when a remarkably attractive assassin, targeting the children, enters the scene. What follows is an exhilarating blend of action, romance, and humor, as this captivating tale unravels within the confines of the world's safest kindergarten!

## About

Many people are curious about the journey of a manga artist. In reality, many authors did not initially aspire to become manga artists; rather, they stumbled upon this profession by chance. Recently, a rising star in the manga industry, You Chiba, has garnered significant attention for his popular work Kindergarten WARS, which is serialized in Japan's *Shōnen Jump+* magazine. The series revolves around the everyday life of a former professional assassin who transitions into a kindergarten teacher, providing an intriguing and humorous narrative that has captivated numerous fans.

Currently, the ongoing series Kindergarten WARS is ranking quite high on Shōnen Jump+, despite having only nine chapters during its initial release on the app upon serialization which was during March 3, 2023. The story revolves around the protagonist, Rita, who is a teacher at a school called the Kindergarten Noir. The students in this school are either children of international politicians, the world's top billionaires, or famous stars. Each kindergarten teacher possesses assassin skills, with Rita being a legendary retired assassin. The story unfolds as a captivating blend of dark comedy and amusement. You can currently read all chapters for free on the JUMP+ website.

## History

Many internet users and fans were surprised by the author, You Chiba's, background. After all, his works don't reveal that he is also a professional guitar technician with a deep understanding and appreciation for music. His talents are highly regarded and admired.

The series combines the intriguing elements of assassins with a kindergarten setting, creating a subtle clash that is both entertaining and slightly dark in nature. Being serialized on JUMP+ is no small feat, especially considering the outstanding works like *SPY×FAMILY*, *Hell's Paradise,* *Fire Force,* *World's End Harem,* and *Kaijuu No. 8* in recent years.

## External Links

* Official Indie Website (in Japanese)
* Official Shounen Jump+ Website (in Japanese)
* English Official - MANGAPlus (in English)

## References

 "Shounen Jump+ Official Synopsis, translated".