Endings aren’t just important to give closure to stories that we’ve loved in the past; they also give the chance for new stories to take their place. As multiple beloved manga wind down or end entirely, it is also time for a new generation of storytellers to take their place. Series like Spy x Family, Sakamoto Days, and The Summer Hikaru Died show that while the face of anime and manga might change, the industry is still going strong.

Admittedly, I follow manga a bit closer than most people – it's a professional hazard, really. So, when I tell you not to lament the fact that your favorite manga is coming to an end, you should trust me. Not only is it a good thing that these stories are allowed to end in a way that the original creator intended, but it gives us all a