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Manga artist Toraji Yamamura's serialized work “Revenge Clown” had been approved for film adaptation. Supported by his loving wife, he was celebrating the greatest night of both his professional and personal life. But this was merely the start of the nightmare about to unfold...What is the unprecedented murderous intent born from unconscious malice? Who is the mysterious and vengeful “Pierrot-Man”...?! (Source: emaqi)
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*
While tracking down the thief Queen of Hearts, Cen Jing was accidentally handcuffed to a pole dancer in a bar. When she was in a state of panic, she discovered that the sexy and charming dancer was actually Ji Shuangrong, a simple girl whom she had once supported. In order to "lead the little sister back to the right path", Cen Jing went deep into every aspect of Ji Shuangrong's life. The seemingly simple Ji Shuangrong was the thief that Cen Jing was tracking down - the Queen of Hearts. There are more secrets behind her... (source: Billibilli, translated)
Naruto Wataru is a prominent student that belongs to the art club of his school and is the inheritor of a large fortune. Kachiwagi Chikako, Naruto's friend and long time admirer suddenly learned that Naruto had a key of an hotel. Chikako and her inseparable best friend Tateba Tomone try to find out just what is that key supposed to be for. Once they investigate, they realize that it's the key for a Love Hotel room, and furthermore Naruto is outside the hotel with Wakatomi Hatoko Sensei who tutors Naruto; at first they are appalled upon seeing the facts, however Hatoko Sensei guarantees that nothing suspicious is going on, the room of the Hotel is actually Naruto's private studio and second home but the fact that every draft that Naruto draws is about Hatoko Sensei, coupled with how much attention he puts on her are just too suspicious facts; and thus Chikako will embark in her own personal crusade meant to stop any improper behavior from happening between Naruto and Hatoko Sensei. Before long, Tomone will also take a personal interest in keeping Naruto out of any strange relationship with any other girl. With this the quartet will spend more and more time together, and before long feelings between these four will grow out of control but will any of these feelings reach their target?
College student Ichinose Hajime is living with someone he likes! However, the opponent was the "great king of terror" who wanted to destroy the earth...! However, Ichinose is fascinated by the beautiful, cute and fearsome king, and just when she wishes she could live a casual life, a certain problem arises... The newest boy meets fantasy is here!
One day, an ordinary young man, Ichinose, is attacked by a beautiful woman named Moriya, who claims to be protecting the Earth from invaders from another world. Moriya tells Ichinose that the invaders are coming to Earth and tries to kill him, but Ichinose himself falls in love with Moriya's beauty at first sight!? Furthermore, when Ichinose expresses his gratitude to Moriya for protecting the Earth, Moriya suddenly begins crying... An ultra-fast love story that begins with the destruction of the Earth! (Source: Comic Zenon, translated)
Meet S'more Milwalky, a genius scientist at Deslike Prison, otherwise known as Dead End Prison. S'more has been grinding away nonstop with research and work, leaving her little chance to fall in love. However, one fateful day, when the executed assassin known as "Painkiller" is brought into her lab, S'more accidentally uses her Secret Elixer on him... (Source: MANGA Plus) *Note: Includes seven extra chapters.*
A unique and engaging tool for learning about design using anthropomorphized Western fonts! When the designer in a small production company disappears, Marusu is forced to take over the job of creating logos. Unfortunately, Marusu is a sales rep who doesn’t know the first thing about fonts. Luckily, Helvetica, the personification of that font, appears to guide Marusu into the world of typeface and design. Learn about typography in this fun manga story with anthropomorphic fonts as your guide! (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)
Hakuo Gakuin's mighty baseball team consistently makes it to Koshien, and Tamao Azukida dreams of making the team. To achieve his goal, Tamao does extensive research and undergoes a strict daily training regimen. But at tryouts, Tamao meets the enigmatic genius pitcher Tao Ryudo, and the course of his destiny may be forever changed! If people aren't laughing, then you're not dreaming big enough! A new baseball tale for the era begins! (Source: MANGA Plus) *Note: Includes 2 extra chapters.*
Kisa, who works hard at the family business, is a country girl that has never once been in love. One day, Amane, a young CEO who is the descendant of an old noble family, visits her family home on business and suddenly proposes to her. "I'd like to marry you." When Kisa asks why, he confuses her even more by simply stating, "I can just feel it." Eventually, his straightforward words win over her heart, and she agrees to live together with the premise of marriage. Despite his cool and collected exterior, his sweet and gentle actions bring them closer, but their new life together may encounter more trouble than expected...?! (Source: MangaPlaza)