If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die

In If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die, Tokyopop brings the manga series to English readers, following the obsessive fandom of Eripiyo, a superfan whose devotion to the minor idol Maina is so intense that she imagines her own death if Maina ever performs at the legendary Budokan arena. This slice-of-life comedy, originally serialized in Japan, explores the humorous and heartfelt dynamics between a passionate fan and her struggling idol group, ChamJam. The series is most associated with mangaka Auri Hirao, whose authentic and affectionate portrayal of otaku culture has resonated with readers since its debut. It matters as a warm, insider look at the extremes of idol fandom, balancing laugh-out-loud moments with genuine emotional stakes.