This manga is a long reader from the late Edo period by Kyokutei (Takizawa) Bakin, which has influenced modern fantasy works. The story centers on the youngest dog warrior, Inue Shinbei, and tells the mysterious tale of eight young men who are bound together by fate, all of whom have the character "dog" (dog) in their surnames and share the eight jewels of benevolence, righteousness, courtesy, wisdom, loyalty, faith, filial piety, and brotherhood, as well as a peony birthmark.
Komada Ryusei grew up as the daughter of a whiskey distillery. A university student with no connection to the alcohol industry, she aims to revive the legendary whiskey "Koma" in order to bring back her family, which has fallen apart due to financial difficulties, and for the people who love the alcohol they make. (Source: Kodansha, translated)
Mimicry is a monster who despises humankind. But when he’s coerced into taking care of a little girl, he has two options: stay under the radar or die. What happens when you mix a creature who hates his charge?
The cover art is by the one and only Poyoyon♥Rock! Plus, a lineup of other talented artists bring you the world of Mai-HiME. Filled with laughter and tears, this is a truly satisfying read! Enjoy both illustrations and manga in this magnificent anthology!
Collections of one-shots that won the monthly Hop Step Award from 1987 to 1996.