The story begins in the near future, when the Earth's oceans have risen and flooded most of the sea-lying land on Earth. The rogue scientist Zorndyke caused the flooding, which killed countless individuals, ...

Youkai are specters who have lived in the human world since the dawn of time. They often rest peacefully in their dwelling places, until humans rouse them by inconsiderate actions. Kitaro is a young youkai b...

Yuki Tachibana, a withdrawn third grader, is convinced that the fourth floor of his school is home to supernatural creatures that few kids (and no adults) can see and he's worried about a recent influx of ne...

A far from flattering view on Japanese society, full of cynicism and sarcasm.

The first ecchi in history. Beginning in the first issue of Weekly Shonen Jump (ch 2). The nature of the content is very extreme with both teachers and students being involved in perverted situations. Over ...

Ryôichi Ikegami's compilation of stories adapted from literary works by five acclaimed Japanese writers: Jigokuhen (Akutagawa Ryuunosuke), Osei Toujou (Edogawa Ranpo), Tojuro no Koi (Kikuchi Kan), Matsuka...

A former mangaka falls into poverty after becoming disillusioned with life and abandoning his trade. He unsuccessfully attempts to start a business selling rocks by the riverside to feed his family.

A collection of war-themed horrific, erotic and grotesque short stories. Totally Scary / Tottemo Kowai

Short stories about two white cats who have no respect for others and are just plain cruel. Dark humor warning.

Four Seasons Award Fall 87 runner up.

Early on New Year's morning, the ronin Senou Souichirou appears in Edo's Katagi tenements. Initially, the inhabitants regard him with fear and suspicion: Kankichi, the carpenter's son, thinks he may not be h...

Goshima is a boxer who has held the world championship title for years and never once lost a match - thus earning himself the nickname 'Zero'. His coach, Araki, describes him as 'a flower that blooms only wi...