9 short stories by Rumiko Takahashi, published on a single volume in 1995. 1) Slim Kannon (スリム観音, Surimu Kannon), published on Petit Comic n. 9, 1991 2) Inu de Warui ka!! (犬で悪いか!!), published on Weekly Shōnen Sunday n. 47, 1985 3) Oba-san to Issho (お婆さんといっしょ), published on Big Comic Spirits n. 20/08/1985 4) The End of the World (がんばり末世, Ganbari matsuse), published on Shōnen Sunday S, August 1978 5) Grandfather (グランド・ファザー), published on Big Comic Spirits n. 1&2, 1991 6) Invitation to Takarazuka (宝塚への招待, Takarazuka he no Shōtai), published on Big Comic Spirits n. 34, 1993 7) 1 or W - One or double, published on Weekly Shōnen Sunday n. 36, 1994 8) Happy Talk (ハッピートーク), published on Big Comic Spirits n. 20/08/1984 9) Uchi ga Megami ja!! (うちが女神じゃ!!), published on Weekly Shōnen Sunday 30th Anniversary Special Edition n. 10/4/1989
A continuation of Black Jack ni Yoroshiku.
Erotic manga author Kudou's friend Haruki passes away, leaving behind his young daughter Kiki and a note bequeathing her to Kudou. Strange as the situation is, Kudou commits to making a real family for the girl—so when he meets a woman who reminds him of his late friend, he fires off a marriage proposal on the spot! By blood, friendship, love, or circumstance, family is family... (Source: Yen Press)
In 2046, a revolutionary 80% shock-absorbing reinforced cardboard has been developed, rapidly transforming the world's exports. The reinforced cardboard would soon become the battleground for a popular children's hobby called "LBX" (Little Battler eXperience). Four years later, a boy named Yamano Ban who loves to play with LBX (although without a mecha himself) is given a case containing the model AX-00 by a mysterious woman. He is told that he now holds the hopes and despairs of mankind in his hands.
**“You should stay away from her. What? But I need to thank her…”** Suzuki Ryuto is an introverted, timid college student. Every day he puts on a fake smile, trying his best to blend into a group of outgoing students even despite cruel teasing over his virginity. One day he comes to a drinking party where he meets a beautiful girl, Kokoa. Per her request, he pretends to be her boyfriend to ward off the stalker who has been harassing the girl. Their tender love lead to great tragedy. *Source: Comikey Media*
Hot Gimmick S, an original novelization inspired by the super--popular shojo series Hot Gimmick, boasts an ending that is completely different than how the manga series concludes. Hatsumi Narita, a somewhat indecisive coed, must navigate the choppy waters of company housing life and try to keep her love life on track too. She starts dating her extremely bossy neighbor Ryoki, but how will her dreamy older brother Shinogu feel about this? (Source: VIZ Media)
Airi is a talented young girl who dreams about making a big splash in show business one day. Unfortunately, she lives in a place called Okinawa. And that's the wrong place to be for little girls with stars in their eyes. But hope springs eternal for all dreamers. Each week, a variety show called Boom Boom showcases fresh and exciting talent on TV. Airi decides she has to be on that show. With that goal in mind, she enrolls at an actor's school in the big city. Inspired by her new environs, Airi is determined to turn the world on with her smile. But, of course, there are hundreds of other kids at school with the exact same dream. The competition is fierce, but with hard work and a whole lot of charm, Airi has taken her first step in becoming Japan's next big thing.
This is an official adaptation of the OVA anime, Macross II.
It all started with a legend passed down from the People of the Water... Somewhere in this world, there is a temple created by the People of the Water. The Sea Temple contains a hidden treasure, the Sea Crown, but no one has ever seen it because the temple is protected by a secret mechanism. So it drifts through the vast ocean undetected, waiting... waiting... Ash and Pikachu learn about the legend and meet Jackie, a Pokémon Ranger on a mission to protect a Manaphy egg and find the temple. The Phantom, a nefarious pirate, plans to obtain the Sea Crown and take over the world--but first he needs the Manaphy egg. What is the Sea Crown? How does Manaphy's mysterious power connect it to the Sea Temple? Can Ash help Jackie complete his mission? (Source: VIZ Media)
Within the mysterious Wonder Planet exists seven beautiful kingdoms, and in the middle of it -- Sunny Kingdom, home to the cheery Princesses Rein and Fine. But one day, the Sun's blessing started to fade, endangering the entire planet! Can these clumsy princesses learn to wield their newfound magical powers and fix the disaster?!
The Sword & Shield chapter follows the adventures of Soudo Tsurugi and Shirudomiria Tate.
He/n/shi/n is a short-story series, with all kinds of styles ranging from comedy to drama, all set in the city of Tokyo.

