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Tohno Naruhiko, aged 32, has been struggling as a manga artist for a decade now. His latest series has just been canceled, which puts him in a dilemma. Although fantasy has always been his genre of choice, his editor suggests a slice-of-life story set in a distant village similar to his own hometown. Perhaps, going back to his origins is the refreshing shift that the withdrawn manga creator requires.

Yoshka is a genius amateur inventor who would create anything from scratch for sale at a hefty price. Although her inventions are quite incredible, they often cause more trouble than good. What is Yoshika planning to do with all this money? She's gonna build a rocket to the moon!

The story is set in the distant mountain village of Okukozome-chou. Haruka Kazugano and his twin sister Sora have fond childhood memories of going to the village to visit their grandfather during their summer vacations. However, after losing their parents in an accident, the two must move in with their grandfather. The twins get reacquainted with their old childhood friend Nao Yorihime, their new classmate Ryouhei Nakazato, the miko (shrine maiden) Akira Amatsume, and Akira’s friend Kazuha Migiwa. All seems peaceful and familiar. However, beneath the surface is a secret promise that the twins made with each other long ago, the whereabouts of an important lost item, and the real reason they chose to come back here.

Yotsuba is a strange little girl with a big personality. Even in the most trivial, unremarkable encounters, Yotsuba’s curiosity and enthusiasm quickly turn the everyday into the extraordinary! Note: Won an Excellence Award for Manga at the 2006 Japan Media Arts Festival. Was nominated in 2008 for the 12th Osamu Tezuka Culture Award, the Eisner Award "Best Publication for Kids" category and was runner-up for the first annual Manga Taishō award in 2008. Was nominated for the 20th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize in 2016.

Yotsuba's dynamic spirit and idiosyncratic demeanor make her a character of exceptional quality. Her insatiable curiosity and unbridled energy have the power to transform the mundane into awe-inspiring adventures with ease. This outstanding manga has earned many commendations, including the Excellence Award for Manga at the Japan Media Arts Festival in 2006, as well as nominations for the Manga Taishō award in 2008, the 12th and 20th Osamu Tezuka Cultural Prize in 2008 and 2016, and the Eisner Award in the "Best Publication for Kids" category.

Nono Nekomiya, Makoto Yuki, Iori Yuzuki and Matsuri Amachi all used to attend the same school. As close friends they spent their days in peace together as part of the light music club. One day, the school they attended closed down. All students had to transfer, making the four friends end up at different schools. Before they left, they placed a time capsule under a tree at their old school, promising to meet again, with Matsuri running off in bitter anger. Upon returning on the promised date, 3 years later with no contact in between, they find their time capsule has been dug up and turned into a lost and found game by an old teacher of theirs. While following clues left by the teacher, the four begin to remember past memories of life at the school as well as old feelings they may still have for each other.

Suzuki, an energetic girl who can't help but follow the crowd, finds herself drawn to Tani, a quiet boy who can easily speak his mind. Enter: the serialization of a hit one-shot! A story for anyone who wants to enjoy love! This down-to-earth, relatable rom-com is ready to pull at your heartstrings!

Uichi, once a happy and popular boy, is now the victim of cruel bullying. Then suddenly Yotsuba, his childhood friend and first love, shows up. How will this cute and kind-hearted girl try to help him...?

Living alone, high school student Hitoyoshi Yokoya is approached by a stranger who offers to be his maid, with one caveat; she's a former assassin. Hitoyoshi is understandably unnerved, but after she saves him from a truck, her combat know-how impresses him enough to give her a chance. However, it quickly becomes clear that Yuki, as he christens her, has no home-making skills, only expertise in assassination, which she has honed for years. Spending more time together, Yuki begins to develop new emotions, and desires a life free from violence. Renaming herself, she begins a new life thanks to her new family with Hitoyoshi, leaving behind her haunted past.

In a sleepy countryside church, Chloe plays the part of a prim and naïve novice, studying to become a priestess. But when night falls, she sneaks out in disguise to win big money at cards! Despite her best efforts, word gets around, and one day a handsome young holy knight named Heraldo—known as a rising star in the capital—arrives to enlist her help. A murder two years ago threatens the stability of the kingdom, and Heraldo thinks this card shark in sister's clothes can solve it using her Gift—the rare blessing that allows someone to use magic. Little does Heraldo know, there's nothing supernatural about Chloe's winning streak. She's just got a quick wit, and sharp eyes! Will that be enough to survive the den of devils that is the royal palace?

Chloe, who works as a priest's apprentice at a remote church, is a money-loving girl who makes a lot of money by gambling cards night after night, using her innate insight and memory as weapons. Nouveau riche holy knight Eraldo visits her and asks Chloe to "infiltrate the Great Church as a candidate for a saint and find the criminal of the murder two years ago"...!?