You’ve never seen manga like this before! No annoying speed lines or sappy, neotenic eyeballs here — just pure Japanese counterculture. This anthology of contemporary underground comics from Japan features a wide variety of styles and topics ranging from the humorous to the profound. There’s a whole world of comics out there, and it’s not all Godzilla and schoolgirls! A great introduction to the other Japanese comics featuring Asia’s answers to Robert Crumb, Dan Clowes, and Chester Brown! List of included Oneshots: "Horse Horse Tiger Tiger" by Imiri Sakabashira "A Hooker's Room" by Naoto Yamakawa "Kisses" by Kiriko Nananan "Kitty Court Drama" by Nekojiru "What a Mixed Up World!" by Yasuji Tanioka "Million Dollars" by Yoshiharu Mitsumoto "The Abalone Cat" by Naoki and Shunichi Karasawa. *Source: Fantagraphics*

Yun Shang is reborn, back to the time before the debut of her ultimate favorites, the members of the idol group Crown. She finds herself in the despised role of the "vicious supporting character," Lu Youyou, the daughter of the Lu family. What she thought were weak, pitiful, and helpless cuties turn out to be ruthless, silent big shots, stabbing her in the heart. To change her and her idols' tragic fate, Lu Youyou, with a heart gradually changing from a doting mother fan, surrenders to the idols... (Source: Webnovel)

Set hundreds of years in the future after an environmental catastrophe, Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou (also known as Yokohama Shopping Log) centers on the simple life of Alpha, an android who runs a small coffee shop in coastal Japan. Alpha stands witness to chronicle the end of humanity’s days with coffee, a slice of watermelon, and the sound of her moon guitar backed by distant seagulls. Quiet and bittersweet, this tale is about the melancholy beauty that can be found even as the end approaches. (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment) *Note: Includes four extra chapters.*

Lady Rosentine Arzen was born with the ability to see ghosts, an offense punishable by death under imperial law, and something which threatens to ruin her family. So when Rosentine learns of a plot to poison the imperials, she goes undercover as a vagabond sorcerer to save Prince Charteris Kartazen, who promises to protect her family should she solve the mystery. But who would want to harm the prince? The palace teems with danger, but it’s Rosentine’s own secret that could prove fatal to her. (Source: Tapas)

**“Forget what you saw today.”** There’s something odd about Sakuta Azusagawa, an acerbic, standoffish high schooler who doesn’t even own a cell phone in this day and age. And perhaps strange things happen to strange people, which is why on the last day of the Golden Week holiday, in a tranquil library, he meets a wild bunny girl. With that unforgettable encounter, their bizarre and mysterious love story begins. *Source: Yen Press*

Deep in the forest-covered mountains is an all-girls school, attended by children from only the richest and most prestigious of families. Here, the girls are raised to be perfect young ladies, cut off from the real world to preserve their innocence and ensure that they’re free from all distractions. This policy of isolation is a double-edged sword, however, for after graduation, students of the academy often struggle to adapt to a world that’s totally different from their cloistered school life. To combat this inevitable culture shock, an average teenage boy, Kagurazaka Kimito, is kidnapped by the school to provide its students with knowledge of the outside world. Forced to enroll against his wishes, Kimito must now attend classes in a place where his very manhood relies on keeping the girls happy. Can one regular guy possibly survive in a fearsome, all-female student body? *Source: Seven Seas Entertainment*

When Takanashi started his job in a new company, he was put under Tokunaga. When he finds a picture of Mr. Furuya, one of the elder officers in the company, on Tokunaga’s computer, he realizes that his superior is gay and the whole office knows about it. While surprised, Takanashi comforts Tokunaga on his unrequited feelings for Mr. Furuya, even joins him while he drinks his sorrows. The two grow close until Takanashi realizes one day that he likes Tokunaga. Takanashi proceeds by confessing his feelings to Tokunaga during another night of drinking together, leaving Tokunaga flustered and confused. How will Tokunaga respond to Takanashi’s feelings? (Source: Futekiya) *Notes: This volume includes short stories of three couples.*

Wataru Toyoumi, an average college student, suddenly finds himself stranded in another world. Just when he’s at a loss, he discovers he has a unique skill: the ability to summon ships! With enough EXP and money, he could even call forth an unsinkable luxury cruise liner… But how can he do that with no sea in sight? Set sail for adventure aim for luxuries in another world! *Source: Manga UP! Global*

After his brutal death at the sword of a rival head merchant, Seoho Eun finds he’s been given a new opportunity when he reawakens in his younger body, decades earlier! Now armed with years of learned wisdom and first-hand knowledge of future events, the young master is determined to use this chance to right his wrongs, make better choices, and give himself, his guild, and especially his family, everything they deserve! (Source: Tapas)

Takanashi’s happily ever after seems to have finally blossomed. He confesses his feelings to his mentor, Tokunaga (who used to come crying to Takanashi about his unrequited love with their boss Mr. Furuya), and the two began their romance. As with all couples, Takanashi and Tokunaga overcome various speed bumps and hurdles that test their relationship. But will they be able to power through Takanashi’s transfer to the Sales Department? As Takanashi experiences first-hand the unfair realities of being gay and a salesperson, Tokunaga relives the bitter memories of his past. All they want is to be together in peace, but at what cost? (Source: Futekiya)

An anthology of short stories by various mangaka, intended for male audience.

After Yuuka's suicide, her brother Asaharu is desperate for answers... and his guardian angel want's to help. This divine intervention may be closer to a deal with the Devil, though… "You have to kill Yuuka's killer" she says. "If you do that, I'll bring her back to life." Is he willing to bet his own life for a chance to save his sister? He may not like the answer that awaits him at the end of this twisted game! (Source: Alien Books)