Yama no Susume Celebrates 15 Years — Free Reading Event for All 100 Chapters
Source: 「ヤマノススメ」"山の日"に連載15周年ロゴ公開、100話分の無料公開も実施 — natalie.mu (comic news)
Remember that cozy manga about girls discovering the joy of mountain climbing? Yama no Susume (Encouragement of Climb) just hit a massive milestone — 15 years since its 2011 debut — and the celebrations are generous.
What's Happening
On Mountain Day (August 11, yesterday), creator Shiro revealed a special 15th-anniversary logo to mark the occasion. But the real gift for fans is the 100-chapter free reading event kicking off August 13 through August 31 on Comic Earth Star.
That means if you've ever been curious about this series, now's the perfect time to dive in — no cost, no catch.
Why It Matters
Yama no Susume is one of those quietly perfect series. It follows Aoi, who has a fear of heights, reuniting with her childhood friend Hinata and accidentally falling in love with mountaineering. What starts as a simple premise becomes a warm, character-driven journey about overcoming fears and finding community through shared experiences.
The series has:
- Sold over 1 million copies across its run
- Spawned 4 anime seasons (2013, 2014, 2018, and 2022's Next Summit)
- 27 tankobon volumes and counting
- Become a genuine cultural touchstone for outdoor/recreation anime fans
It's the kind of series that made people want to go outside and climb a mountain. That's impressive for a manga.
The Vibe
If you've been wanting a low-stakes, wholesome read that makes you appreciate nature and friendship — and doesn't demand you invest hundreds of hours in a complex plot — this is it. The free window runs for nearly three weeks, so there's no pressure. Just open Comic Earth Star, grab a cup of tea, and follow along.
Honestly, if this is the kind of milestone the series is getting, I'd love to see what chapter 150 looks like. Shiro's art has only gotten better, and the mountaineering detail is always next-level accurate.
Free reading: August 13–31, 2026 | Comic Earth Star