Happy Kanako’s Killer Life

In Happy Kanako’s Killer Life, a young woman leaves her mundane office job to become a contract killer, only to find her new profession surprisingly fulfilling and even cheerful. Launched by Seven Seas Entertainment in 2021, this ongoing series blends dark comedy with slice-of-life moments, anchored by Toshiya Wakabayashi’s expressive artwork. Its seven issues so far have charmed readers by subverting the typical assassin story, focusing instead on the protagonist’s oddly sunny perspective on her violent work.