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Ghost Tales (YOUN Ji-Woon) / Time and Again (YUN Ji Woon) / 破閑集 / 파한집 "A grudge is a sentiment that is chained down and cannot move. That fixed sentiment becomes sadness, and when that sadness remains chained with no escape…it becomes hostile…” Baek-On and Ho-Yeon are exorcists-for-hire, traveling throughout the country in search of grudges and ghosts. Each encounter reveals a story of tragedy and loss, sentiments they are all too familiar with themselves. But sometimes the violence of the most murderous spirits is nothing compared to the cruelty of the living.
After transferring to a new school, Nikotama Souhei is determined to live a life that feels authentic to them, now as Sara. Sporting a girls' uniform, Sara is prepared to seize every opportunity and live life to the fullest. This hyper and lively individual is not one to be underestimated or pushed around, bringing an unprecedented energy to the school. Even Naruse Kaito, the well-behaved classmate, finds himself caught up in Sara's "Brave New World".
Upon returning to her hometown, Hina became aware of the stark division between two opposing groups in her high school, identified by their uniform colors: the flamboyant and violent Nishizaki who wore black, and the solitary and obsessive Isshiki who wore white. To add to the tension, there were also the "grays" who opted for their own clothing and refused to align themselves with either group. In a dangerous spot, Hina found herself stuck between the two leaders of the factions, as the conflict intensified. The story also includes a one-shot called "3 Days."
1. Why is it This Painful? 2. That's Not Love 3. Sweetheart 4. I Just Want You to Be With Me 5. Holding Hands
Wonderful Precure! is set in Animal Town, a town where animals and people live together in harmony. Second-year junior high school student Iroha Inukai is best friends with her dog named Komugi. Out for a walk one day, Iroha and Komugi encounter a mysterious creature named Gargal, who goes on a rampage in the city. Komugi suddenly transforms into a Pretty Cure named Cure Wonderful, to protect Iroha.+
Beni is a spirited and determined individual who isn't bothered if her death brings shame to her conceited father. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Kagetora, a ninja who has dropped from the sky and pledged to guard her at all costs. Kagetora has come from a bygone era and has made it his life's goal to protect Princess Beni. Nevertheless, Kagetora is unaware that the Beni he's guarding isn't the real princess. Will love and honor endure amidst a bizarre, contemporary world, after being warped via centuries in time?
Despite her dreams of becoming a top actress, Sui, a newcomer to the industry, has been primarily cast in roles as vengeful spirits or sinister supporting characters. This is due, in part, to her well-known aversion to men, a deeply ingrained fear known as androphobia. When offered the lead in a new romance production, Sui realizes she must confront her phobia head-on. Nervous about the intimacy required for the role, Sui's determined manager, Rihito, spends three days and nights researching potential treatments for her condition. Moved by his devotion, Sui is inspired to overcome her fear, but will it be enough to enable her to interact with men naturally? And what of her burgeoning feelings for Rihito?
1. Ice Ice Baby 2. Dalgwa 60-won 3. Kkochiyo Yongwoni 4. Sokkkochiyo Yongwoni 5. Iltaryongwi 6. Oh My Dolrong
These are Nao Tsukiji's debut stories compiled in one collection. 1-2. "Golden Knight" (Kiniro Kishi) Shiro, a police officer, is abruptly transferred to a small village where his job entails capturing runaway horses or rescuing grandmothers out of ponds. 3-4. "Bell Guard Princess" (Kanamori Hime) Anzu is a bell guard whose duty is to alert the villagers when barbarians attack. However, when a real barbarian arrives in the village, Anzu must confront her preconceptions and biases towards these supposedly timid people. 5. "The Maiden Buried in Goods" (Zakka ni Umoreta Otome) A young woman is in search of the perfect gift for the man she loves.
During a fleeting moment in the life of a cynical clothing factory worker, they are ensnared in a dissatisfying job and tangled in a disappointing romantic relationship.
At Tokyo's high-class club, "Chateau du Amour," Renjouji Kiriya holds the esteemed title of the number one ranked host. The club specializes in catering to female clients with the company of cultured and charming men. However, unbeknownst to many, Kiriya is actually Yamada Kotarou, a boy who came to Tokyo from Nagasaki to settle his parent's debt. Despite his popularity, some of the other hosts are envious of Kiriya and are determined to dig up any dirt to discredit him. This proves challenging for Kiriya, especially after a former customer abandons a young, adorable girl claiming he is the father. As if that wasn't enough, his Nagasaki girlfriend, Miharu, arrives in Tokyo with no knowledge of his profession. Additionally, the story includes a one-shot titled "Apple."
From Bad Eggs: Moka's brother Megu is returning from New York City where he lived with their father. Not only that but she saw a tv program on art and is now interested in the subject. When she goes to the library she meets Masato-kun who she begins to like. But Masato-kun turns out to be a playboy. What will happen to Moka's first love? Serialized in Ribon from 11/2004 to 8/2005, compiled into two tankoubon
