Yoshie, who lost her daughter in an unexpected accident, encounters a certain doll at an antique market. She dotes on the doll as if it were her real daughter, and her emotional wounds gradually begin to heal. However, when the couple has a new daughter, the doll starts to unravel their family’s happiness.
In a city which should be familiar, there is the feeling of something a little different. Odokawa is a taxi driver who lives an ordinary life, taxing some quirky customers around. A slightly eccentric stranger who has no relatives nor any relations with other people, Odokawa's hobby is to listen to Rakugo on the radio before going to bed. For the time being, the only people he can consider as friends are his family doctor Gouriki, and his high school classmate Kakihana. Kabasawa, a college student who wants a buzz, Shirakawa, a nurse who's hiding something, comedian group Homo Sapiens, who isn't selling well, the city hoodlum Dobu, and the rookie idol group Mystery Kiss—the conversations with these people, which should not have meant much, lead to a girl who disappeared.
An overworked salaryman and a mischievous cashier with a dual personality
A young boy escapes the harsh realities of life through his love of fish. A one shot from the September, 1968 issue of Garo.
After being struck by a truck and waking up in a new realm, he is greeted warmly by a stunning woman, "Master, it's been so long since we last saw each other." Starting anew in a peaceful land that he had previously saved, he is joined by the strongest sorceress-maiden in the world. He trains female servants to become fierce warriors, helps a criminal woman turn over a new leaf, and forms alliances with fresh comrades. The luxurious estate and top-of-the-line weapons continue to exceed his expectations!
Kyou Yamada and Asu have been living independently after their mother passed away and their father vanished due to a massive gambling debt. They face everyday hardships in order to make ends meet, while also trying to bring some joy into their lives.
An ambitious and young Ashikawa-gumi yakuza syndicate member, Nitta's life takes an unexpected turn when an oval-shaped object appears out of nowhere in his apartment. The object houses a young girl named Hina with formidable telekinetic powers. Hina's expressionless demeanor and threatening display of powers force Nitta to allow her to live in his apartment. As they become roommates, they face multiple dangers. The story comprises of 32 additional chapters.
Mobuko, also known as Nobuko, tends to blend in with the crowd due to her natural introversion and tendency to overthink. Social situations have been avoided in her life, making her hesitant to express her feelings to colleague Hiroki Irie, who played a significant role in helping her transition to a new job at the supermarket. However, after witnessing her junior colleague Abe exchange contact information with Hiroki, Nobuko gathers the courage to ask for his number, initiating a transformative journey towards becoming the adventurous lead character she's always wanted to be. As her romantic life starts to bloom, Nobuko's bold move sets her on a path towards self-discovery.
A hero emerges from childhood cruelly and incomprehensibly maimed. He travels in search of a way to heal his wound, inflicted by his own father. The father intended thereby to seal a sinister pact with dark forces, which would ever after lie in wait along the son's path. The hero rides astride a trustworthy and magical mount and provides from the aid of a god. Between 1990 and 1991, Viz experimented with a graphic novel line called the Viz Spectrum imprint. At launch, they published three titles aimed at a male audience, featuring genres like science fiction and historical themes. The Spectrum graphic novels are typically around 70 pages each, equivalent to two comic book issues. They are deluxe, large-format editions, yet still portable, with particular attention to presentation. The books are printed on parchment-like paper, bound with vinyl covers, and some feature hot-stamped prints. Each volume also includes an engaging essay related to the content or the artist, adding depth to the reading experience.
1. Kagami ga Kita 2. Revenge Doll 3. Hoshi wa Sen no Kao 4. Kawaii Hana 5. With Cat 6. My Sweet Sunday