Japanese Manga Introduction Center／日本漫画紹介所

Thermae Romae by Mari Yamazaki blends ancient Rome and modern Japan through bath culture. A hilarious, award-winning manga and hit movie, spoiler-free review.

 Explore Dorohedoro, Q Hayashida’s gritty dark fantasy. Violence, humor, and gyoza blend in a bizarre world. Spoiler-free review for global readers.

Review of Bride's Story. Kaoru Mori's divine artistry captures 19th-century Central Asian culture, costumes, and the gentle couple's bond. A must-read masterpiece.

Analyze Junji Ito's debut masterpiece, Tomie. Explore the horror of her "eternal beauty" that drives people to madness and murder, and the philosophical cult appeal.

Explore Ryoko Kui's Delicious in Dungeon. A unique gourmet adventure where monsters become food. Analyze its detailed world-building.

Explore Devilman's deep philosophy. Analyzing Go Nagai's masterpiece on human cruelty, betrayal, and its impact on modern manga (Berserk, Chainsaw Man).

Review of The Apothecary Diaries. Explore the court mysteries solved by Maomao and Jinshi. A must-read for fans of Chinese-style settings and forensic mystery.

Definitive review of Taiyo Matsumoto's Ping Pong. Explore the psychological drama, friendship, and intense matches of Peco and Smile in this sports classic.

An ancient elf serves as a shrine guardian in modern Tokyo, but she prefers games and anime! A chill, heartwarming comedy about a shut-in elf and her shrine maiden.