Dragon Zakura 2

Dragon Zakura 2 is a manga series written and illustrated by Norifusa Mita, serving as a direct sequel to his influential 2003 original. Serialized in Kodansha's Morning magazine starting in 2018, the work follows the return of Kenji Sakuragi, a lawyer tasked with revitalizing a failing private academy, to the modern educational landscape. Mita intended the series to address the significant shifts in the Japanese university entrance examination system and the digital integration of learning during the mid-2010s.

The series is noted for its sharp, pragmatic commentary on the high-pressure environment of Japanese schooling and the evolution of teaching methodologies. Mita employs a distinct, grounded visual style that mirrors the series' analytical tone, focusing on the strategic 'hacks' and study techniques required for academic success. Upon its release, it was well-received by readers for maintaining the critical perspective of its predecessor while successfully adapting to a more tech-driven, post-reform educational era.