Manga Poll
Manga is the Japanese equivalent of comics
with a unique style and following. Join the revolution! Read some manga today!
Join #baka-updates @irc.irchighway.net
RSS Feed
Login to add items to your list, keep track of your progress, and rate series!
Description
From MangaHelpers:
In the 1950s, an old woman was brutally murdered on the face of a clock tower by her adopted daughter. Two years later, the clock tower is known as the 'ghost tower' and it is supposedly haunted. Through an unusual series of events, a young NEET man named Amano Taichi is attacked by someone or something in the same clock tower, and finds himself bound to the clock face to be killed in the same way as the old woman. Luckily for Amano, he doesn't meet the same fate. He's rescued by a mysterious person who claims his name is Tetsuo. He is searching for a treasure that is conn... More...
In the 1950s, an old woman was brutally murdered on the face of a clock tower by her adopted daughter. Two years later, the clock tower is known as the 'ghost tower' and it is supposedly haunted. Through an unusual series of events, a young NEET man named Amano Taichi is attacked by someone or something in the same clock tower, and finds himself bound to the clock face to be killed in the same way as the old woman. Luckily for Amano, he doesn't meet the same fate. He's rescued by a mysterious person who claims his name is Tetsuo. He is searching for a treasure that is conn... More...
From MangaHelpers:
In the 1950s, an old woman was brutally murdered on the face of a clock tower by her adopted daughter. Two years later, the clock tower is known as the 'ghost tower' and it is supposedly haunted. Through an unusual series of events, a young NEET man named Amano Taichi is attacked by someone or something in the same clock tower, and finds himself bound to the clock face to be killed in the same way as the old woman. Luckily for Amano, he doesn't meet the same fate. He's rescued by a mysterious person who claims his name is Tetsuo. He is searching for a treasure that is connected with the ghost tower, and he wants Taichi to be his partner. Taichi, whose life has mostly consisted of poverty, loneliness, and pornography, is enticed by the idea of gaining extreme wealth. He's further convinced when a house fire leaves him without a home and depends on Tetsuo's charity. The adventure is going to be very dangerous, since the same 'enemies' who attacked Taichi before seem certain to try something again! Not to mention, Taichi really knows very little about his new partner. Less...
In the 1950s, an old woman was brutally murdered on the face of a clock tower by her adopted daughter. Two years later, the clock tower is known as the 'ghost tower' and it is supposedly haunted. Through an unusual series of events, a young NEET man named Amano Taichi is attacked by someone or something in the same clock tower, and finds himself bound to the clock face to be killed in the same way as the old woman. Luckily for Amano, he doesn't meet the same fate. He's rescued by a mysterious person who claims his name is Tetsuo. He is searching for a treasure that is connected with the ghost tower, and he wants Taichi to be his partner. Taichi, whose life has mostly consisted of poverty, loneliness, and pornography, is enticed by the idea of gaining extreme wealth. He's further convinced when a house fire leaves him without a home and depends on Tetsuo's charity. The adventure is going to be very dangerous, since the same 'enemies' who attacked Taichi before seem certain to try something again! Not to mention, Taichi really knows very little about his new partner. Less...
Type
Manga
Related Series
N/A
Associated Names
La Torre Fantasma
La Tour Fantôme
The Ghost Tower
The Phantom Tower
Yureito
Yūreitō
หอวิญญาณ (SIC)
幽麗塔
La Tour Fantôme
The Ghost Tower
The Phantom Tower
Yureito
Yūreitō
หอวิญญาณ (SIC)
幽麗塔
Groups Scanlating
Latest Release(s)
v.9 c.71-80 (end) by Outerworld Scans over 8 years ago
v.8 c.67-70 by Outerworld Scans over 8 years ago
v.8 c.64-66 by Outerworld Scans over 9 years ago
Search for all releases of this series
v.8 c.67-70 by Outerworld Scans over 8 years ago
v.8 c.64-66 by Outerworld Scans over 9 years ago
Search for all releases of this series
Status
in Country of Origin
9 Volumes (Complete)
Completely Scanlated?
Yes
Anime Start/End Chapter
N/A
User Reviews
N/A
Forum
0 topics, 0 posts
Click here to view the forum
Click here to view the forum
User Rating
Average: 7.6 / 10.0 (254 votes)
Bayesian Average: 7.46 / 10.0
Bayesian Average: 7.46 / 10.0
10
16%
9+
17%
8+
29%
7+
17%
6+
7%
5+
6%
4+
2%
3+
4%
2+
0%
1+
3%
Last Updated
July 12th 2023, 5:52am
Image [Report Inappropriate Content]
Genre
Drama Gender Bender Historical Horror Mature Mystery Psychological Romance Seinen Supernatural
Search for series of same genre(s)
Search for series of same genre(s)
Categories
Category Recommendations
Peerless: Wushuang (Novel)
Liu Yao: The Revitalization of Fuyao Sect (Novel)
Usagi Yojimbo
Tokyo Ghoul:re
Enemigo
Liu Yao: The Revitalization of Fuyao Sect (Novel)
Usagi Yojimbo
Tokyo Ghoul:re
Enemigo
Recommendations
Author(s)
Artist(s)
Year
2010
Original Publisher
Serialized In (magazine)
Big Comic Superior (Shogakukan)
Licensed (in English)
No
English Publisher
N/A
Activity Stats (vs. other series)
Weekly Pos #714 (-52)
Monthly Pos #1695 (No change)
3 Month Pos #2111 (+720)
6 Month Pos #3733 (+32)
Year Pos #4755 (+135)
Monthly Pos #1695 (No change)
3 Month Pos #2111 (+720)
6 Month Pos #3733 (+32)
Year Pos #4755 (+135)
List Stats
On 1027 reading lists
On 877 wish lists
On 468 completed lists
On 53 unfinished lists
On 339 custom lists
On 877 wish lists
On 468 completed lists
On 53 unfinished lists
On 339 custom lists
Forum Posts Click to view the forum
No topics currently in the forum, view the forum or add a new topic now.
User Comments
[
Order by usefulness ]
You must login to comment for this series! Register an account.
Worth your time.
by WinterCedar
February 11th, 2024, 11:39am
February 11th, 2024, 11:39am
Rating: 8.0 / 10.0
The central mystery is engaging, though it really isn't the main focus after a while.
Spoiler (mouse over to view)
The queer representation is honestly pretty good, with Akira choosing to live his life as a man to the very end. Even Amano is shown to be experimenting with his gender presentation right at the end, and I like how the two of them share a kiss at that moment. However, that's not to say it's all great. My biggest gripe is the "psycho transwoman" trope, but it's not enough to keep me from recommending it.
Long story short of my thoughts
by MLGSwag
October 30th, 2023, 11:33am
October 30th, 2023, 11:33am
Rating: 7.0 / 10.0
Its a really good story, but its a bit too complex for my brain tbh. Like there are things i honestly cannot keep track of
Really good!
by MelonnBreadd
October 24th, 2023, 12:57am
October 24th, 2023, 12:57am
Rating: 9.0 / 10.0
Decided to write a review mainly to highlight the art. Not enought people appreciating it in the comments, i see. The way this artist draws faces just makes *everyone* look so cute. I absolutely love it!
Story-wise, it was also pretty good. I'm not usually a fan of mysteries, but i finished this one. That speaks for something, right?
Side note Tetsuo continuously slayed. Wish he wasn't naked this often, but oh well
... Last updated on October 24th, 2023, 12:58am
Story-wise, it was also pretty good. I'm not usually a fan of mysteries, but i finished this one. That speaks for something, right?
Side note Tetsuo continuously slayed. Wish he wasn't naked this often, but oh well
... Last updated on October 24th, 2023, 12:58am
complicated
by Miachann
July 25th, 2020, 9:10am
July 25th, 2020, 9:10am
Rating: N/A
i have complicated feelings about this manga, im finish this almost 5 hours?? And while i read this i remember, i have this manga book at home hahahahahahah, so i think this manga is very complicated and have light romance? and theres a chapter that i dont understand, but i still like it, its fun 💕😝
Read it
by willnira
July 25th, 2020, 12:51am
July 25th, 2020, 12:51am
Rating: N/A
It didn’t have much twists but definitely you get to grow on the characters, both of the characters were developed nicely and the story is not thaaaaat long
Very good
by svines85
September 6th, 2016, 11:54pm
September 6th, 2016, 11:54pm
Rating: 8.0 / 10.0
I read this one for the psychological/mystery elements.......yeah, very well done, it unfolded at a steady pace and (for the most part) stayed consistent and kept most of its secrets well towards the end.
Though yeah, like some others have mentioned, the author really did seem to add what seemed to be some unnecessary parts, and really did almost go off the tracks at the climax with some (really) unexpected elements thrown in.
But still, overall I enjoyed it quite a bit, it's a very solid story.
Though yeah, like some others have mentioned, the author really did seem to add what seemed to be some unnecessary parts, and really did almost go off the tracks at the climax with some (really) unexpected elements thrown in.
But still, overall I enjoyed it quite a bit, it's a very solid story.
Gripping & thoughtful
by Dr. Love
February 18th, 2016, 4:18pm
February 18th, 2016, 4:18pm
Rating: N/A
Well-written mystery/thriller and treats its LGBT characters with delicateness. A honest thoughtful look on what it means to be transgender. Narratively the pacing was on point. It was neither rushed nor slow. The arcs naturally tied into each other. The art is also pleasant to look at.
... Last updated on February 18th, 2016, 4:19pm
... Last updated on February 18th, 2016, 4:19pm
Plot that ends up being goofy and LGBT elemets that do not fit.
by Neofit
December 24th, 2015, 4:09pm
December 24th, 2015, 4:09pm
Rating: 4.0 / 10.0
I was genuinely interested in the beginning, but as the series progressed and elements were introduced, it started drifting into schlock, especially the last chapters which were something out of Cyborg 009. It doesn't feel serious enough (in fact it's mostly kind of goofy), all of the darker elements are treated rather lightly and there is just an overall feeling of disconnectedness between the plot points, the story just doesn't flow. It tries to fit in as much as possible but the result is that everything just ends up being cheap, rushed and unsatisfying. Tetsuo's gender identity is more of a distraction than anything relevant to the actual plot, it's just not developed enough and feels more like a statement than an exploration.
Highly recommended! Especially for those looking for decent LGBTPQ representation in manga!
by ChadaseXP
November 21st, 2015, 1:05pm
November 21st, 2015, 1:05pm
Rating: 9.0 / 10.0
This whole review will be chock full of spoilers, otherwise I wouldn't be able to convey how unique and progressive this is for a manga- like wow.
Ignoring the whole "queer" topics I'm about to get into, as a horror/mystery manga, I'd just have to say it's good/decent (hence the 9 instead of 10).
You start to think that perhaps this will be a sort of detective story with a bunch of other smaller mysteries thrown in, but in reality they've only truly gone off topic once so far, which served as a huge turning point into Tetsuo and Amano's ideology, as well as being the defining characteristic of what makes this manga so great.
Amano believes in Tetsuo so completely, that even when Tetsuo gives up on himself
Edit::: P.S. I'm betting Amano and Tetsuo get together by the end- whether it be the two of them living as best friends or like... them dating despite them both being straight.
Am I the only one who thinks that?
... Last updated on November 21st, 2015, 1:13pm
Ignoring the whole "queer" topics I'm about to get into, as a horror/mystery manga, I'd just have to say it's good/decent (hence the 9 instead of 10).
You start to think that perhaps this will be a sort of detective story with a bunch of other smaller mysteries thrown in, but in reality they've only truly gone off topic once so far, which served as a huge turning point into Tetsuo and Amano's ideology, as well as being the defining characteristic of what makes this manga so great.
Spoiler (mouse over to view)
First of all, Tetsuo is a transgender man.
They introduce Tetsuo to you as a man, and once you find out as trans, they don't just write him off as a female, which I really appreciate.
They flesh out Tetsuo and his gender identity, and let the reader go on a journey of acceptance with Amano to come to terms with the fact that- yes, while Tetsuo has that banging female body that you'd without a doubt want to touch, he is a man, and you need to respect that above all else.
That's one of the main reasons I'm okay with the ecchi and exposing of Tetsuo's more feminine parts, we're supposed to keep in mind that Tetsuo is /super/ hot whether you view him as a male or female, but that our own lust (mainly Amanos) shouldn't cloud our judgement or disrespect the man that he is.
It also hit on a very important issue that I, as a trans man myself, struggled with, and have never seen a manga take on.
While Amano and Tetsuo are on the run, they come across this village, and while I'm writing this off as a spoiler, I don't want to get /too/ spoiler-y... So I'll just say that it gives Amano a larger respect for females and what they have to go through, as well as allows Tetsuo to realize that males can also like/feel things that are generally meant for "females" after Amano expresses his interest in it as well.
This is actually a rather huge block that a lot of trans guys face, being afraid of things that are too "girly" since it would denounce their status as a man in their mind, and Amano helps him get over that bump.
Amano himself struggles a bit with being a straight man who is not only attracted to a trans man, but restrains himself to only thinking of him as a friend out of respect for Tetsuo's sexuality, but also his newfound like(?) for crossdressing.
Basically, Amano is super open minded and kind, the kind of person everybody wishes they had in their life.
They introduce Tetsuo to you as a man, and once you find out as trans, they don't just write him off as a female, which I really appreciate.
They flesh out Tetsuo and his gender identity, and let the reader go on a journey of acceptance with Amano to come to terms with the fact that- yes, while Tetsuo has that banging female body that you'd without a doubt want to touch, he is a man, and you need to respect that above all else.
That's one of the main reasons I'm okay with the ecchi and exposing of Tetsuo's more feminine parts, we're supposed to keep in mind that Tetsuo is /super/ hot whether you view him as a male or female, but that our own lust (mainly Amanos) shouldn't cloud our judgement or disrespect the man that he is.
It also hit on a very important issue that I, as a trans man myself, struggled with, and have never seen a manga take on.
While Amano and Tetsuo are on the run, they come across this village, and while I'm writing this off as a spoiler, I don't want to get /too/ spoiler-y... So I'll just say that it gives Amano a larger respect for females and what they have to go through, as well as allows Tetsuo to realize that males can also like/feel things that are generally meant for "females" after Amano expresses his interest in it as well.
This is actually a rather huge block that a lot of trans guys face, being afraid of things that are too "girly" since it would denounce their status as a man in their mind, and Amano helps him get over that bump.
Amano himself struggles a bit with being a straight man who is not only attracted to a trans man, but restrains himself to only thinking of him as a friend out of respect for Tetsuo's sexuality, but also his newfound like(?) for crossdressing.
Basically, Amano is super open minded and kind, the kind of person everybody wishes they had in their life.
Amano believes in Tetsuo so completely, that even when Tetsuo gives up on himself
Spoiler (mouse over to view)
and pretends to just be a female,
Amano still believes in the man that Tetsuo has proved himself to be again and again throughout the manga.Edit::: P.S. I'm betting Amano and Tetsuo get together by the end- whether it be the two of them living as best friends or like... them dating despite them both being straight.
Am I the only one who thinks that?
... Last updated on November 21st, 2015, 1:13pm
i liked it at first
by 3delQ8
August 28th, 2015, 6:34pm
August 28th, 2015, 6:34pm
Rating: N/A
i honestly really liked at first i mean i loved the mystery and horror is great i mean they were sometimes where the killer is hiding in certain chapter that you wont notice untill he does something and then you go back and see him its very awesome and i liked that but then the author gets really obvious i mean now he doesnt even focus on the mystery he focus on some stupid gender shit and gay shit and that he hope a country with no gender or something and he even introduce a pedophile policeman its really fucking disgusting but anyway , its very obvious that hes talking to the readers and doesnt focus on the story soo dropped dont bother with this shit
You must login to comment for this series! Register an account.
Search
- MANGA Fu
- News
- What's New!
- Series Stats
- Forums
- Releases
- Scanlators
- Series Info
- Mangaka
- Publishers
- Reviews
- Genres
- Categories
- FAQ
- Members
- API
- MEMBERS
- Sign Up
- TEAM-BU
- Admin CP
- About Us