Azuki (manga publisher)

Azuki is a digital manga service and platform offering a subscription-based and individual purchase model for legally reading manga online. Launched in September 2020, Azuki distinguishes itself by focusing on offering a wide selection of manga titles shortly after their release in Japan, often simulpubbing (simultaneously publishing) them with their Japanese counterparts.

The platform provides a legal alternative to scanlation websites, ensuring that creators and publishers receive compensation for their work. Azuki partners directly with Japanese publishers such as Kodansha, Kaiten Books, Star Fruit Books, and others to license and distribute their manga titles.

Azuki offers a variety of genres, including shonen, shojo, seinen, and josei, catering to a broad range of manga readers. Besides manga, Azuki also includes other related content, such as light novels. Users can access Azuki through its website and mobile apps available on iOS and Android devices. A notable feature is its focus on community engagement, with opportunities for readers to interact with each other through comments and discussions on individual chapters and series. The subscription model offers unlimited access to most of its catalog, while some titles are available for individual purchase.