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Dear Citizen, We appreciate your loyalty, especially during these troubled times when people seem unmotivated and apathetic. You may be wondering why nothing is being done to stop this decline. Rest assured, we are taking measures to address the issue. Starting immediately, we will randomly select a citizen each day and they will be notified of their demise within 24 hours. This will serve as a reminder of how precious life is and the importance of being a productive member of society. Thank you for your attention and cooperation. Congratulations, you have been randomly selected by the government to participate in this reminder. Note: This piece was nominated for the Angoulême International Comics Festival in 2009.
When spirits cross over into the human world, they can take up residence in old objects and materialize into beings known as tsukumogami. These creatures have different dispositions, ranging from gentle to hostile, and it’s the Saenome clan's responsibility to send them back to their own realm to prevent chaos. Hyouma Kunato is a member of this clan, but he holds a grudge after a tsukumogami stole something significant from him. Concerned that Hyouma's impulsive rage could lead to supernatural disasters, his grandfather exiles him to live with Nagatsuki Botan in Kyoto - an unusual young woman who lives in harmony with tsukumogami. Can Hyouma overcome his emotions when dealing with these entities, or is he destined to a lifetime of anger?
Akane Ninamori, a high school student, extends an invitation to investigate rumors of haunted places around their town to Fujino Amemura, a transfer student. Their adventure leads them through a maze of winding pathways and staircases where they unravel the origins of the creepy tales and form a robust bond of friendship.
In a world where 1000 heroes are summoned every year, the hero Saburou received a summoning bonus of +1 luck. Having become a once in a decade disappointment of a hero, he begins his life in another world at his own pace along with the puppet princess he received, but...
This is a requiem for those who are lost, wandering, and anguished in their lives after reaching 50. Amidst Japan's start of a new era, the protagonist of this story is Shiosawa. Once an editor for a prominent manga publisher, he has since retired early and finds himself questioning the significance of manga in his life. Is it merely a profession to him, a means of self-expression, or a source of companionship?
THOR's hammer, MJOLNIR has disappeared, and LOKI is the prime suspect. To return the hammer and prove his innocence, he sets out on a mission to please the beautiful goddesses of ASGARD!
If a maid finds herself marooned in Japan for a year, what could be her next best move? Well, she can satisfy her taste buds by diving into the local cuisine! Check out Suzume Tachibana's excursion through a variety of Japanese delicacies as she embarks on her culinary journey. From delectable sweet treats like taiyaki and melon bread to savory bites such as takoyaki and onigiri, Suzume's food exploration is worth cheering for. However, be warned that as she savors each mouth-watering dish, you might find yourself drooling too!
His friends betrayed and abandoned him in a foreign country, and now he aims to take everything away from them. The unstoppable revenge of a tough guy begins! "As expected, a successful man's woman is delicious. I'll enjoy her from now on."
Amidst a war-torn world, the presence of humanoid weapons called scabbards is an undeniable fact. As official representatives of the government, Cuifer and Livia tread across different terrains, keeping a watchful eye on the dwindling scabbard community. Their duties include monitoring the well-being of scabbards, identifying instances of abuse, and evaluating the efficiency of their masters.
Susumu Nakoshi is a middle-aged man who spends his days between a lavish first-class hotel and a park full of homeless people. One day, an eccentric young man approaches Nakoshi in search of subjects willing to partake in trepanation—the procedure of drilling a hole in the skull. This mysterious person claims that Nakoshi is the perfect man for the experiment. Initially rejecting the offer, he doubles back on his decision after his car gets towed off. Nakoshi agrees to let Manabu Ito, a 22-year-old medical student, drill a hole in his skull in exchange for 700,000 yen. The procedure bears no results at first, with Nakoshi showing no abnormalities. This normalcy comes to an abrupt end, however, when Nakoshi begins seeing the homunculus in every person. With his perception distorted, how will Nakoshi face these homunculi?
The incredible talents of seven outstanding Japanese high school prodigies have taken the world by storm, impressing audiences in fields as diverse as politics and entertainment. However, their lives take a sudden, unexpected turn when their plane crashes and they find themselves in a mystical world controlled by magical creatures. Despite the chaos of their new surroundings, these prodigies are able to quickly adapt to their novel circumstances with remarkable ease. Armed with unparalleled intellect and previously unparalleled skills, this team is poised to revolutionize this alternate realm in ways never before seen.
Sick of his job and the city, Yohei “Kuma” Sakuma has a grand plan-to start anew in the countryside and live off the land. Thing is, he hasn't told his wife yet, nor does he know the first thing about growing rice. Between crooked houses, swarms of bugs, and grueling work under the sun, the city slicker Kuma and his wife Miyu get a crash course in country life. But at the end of the day, with beer in hand as they take in the sights, they begin to understand that country life can be real hard, but real good.
