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Minato's apartment appears akin to a deserted island due to its secluded nature and modest proportions. Despite being of elementary age, Minato shoulders the burden of looking after his younger sister, Nagisa, who yearns for their mother's infrequent homecomings. On a sudden visit, their mother treats them to the amusement park and hands Minato some cash before leaving them high up on the Ferris wheel. While ascending, a bolt of lightning strikes their carriage, leaving Minato unconscious. Upon awakening, he's taken aback by a turn of events that challenges his notions of calamity.
The experiences of author, Tatsuta Kazuto, a former laborer at the Fukushima I Nuclear Power Plant after the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
Saku Fujigaya faints and misplaces her handbag in a busy train due to her anemia. As soon as she regains consciousness in the hospital, she finds her bag with belongings and a scribbled note that reveals the identity and phone number of the kind stranger who rescued her. Unfortunately, Saku fails to contact them despite trying multiple times. At one point, Saku regarded herself as a background character, barely significant in the eyes of society. But the kind stranger who helped her changed her perspective and instilled new hope in her. She decides to be the change she wants to see and pledges to assist anyone in need. This aspiration stays with her even in high school. On her first day, somebody calls out her name, the same name as the person who saved her. But upon closer inspection, they're looking for another Sakura.
In her hair reside kamisama, a form of deity. Using the ancient Shinto practice of kamigamigaeshi, these kamisama can seek refuge within a girl's locks to replenish their energy. Mashiro, who has been kept in a confined room, unexpectedly encounters Hinokagu, a kamisama who was previously trapped within her hair. What will happen next?!
A war between humanity and beastkind raged a century ago, birthing an annual custom where the King of Beasts devours a human woman. Sariphi, a 15-year-old from a human village, becomes the 99th victim and is taken to Ozmargo, an unsafe realm plagued by miasma and barred from humans. Sariphi is unlike any sacrifice before her; her happy demeanor and fearlessness towards the ferocious beasts catches the King's attention. The monarch becomes curious about the young princess and her history, allowing her to explore the kingdom without restriction until the fateful night of discovery, despite the potential consequences. Little do they know that their brief encounter will forever alter the future of Ozmargo.
One day, an ordinary young man is handed an unexpected gift by a beautiful girl: an “Isekai Reincarnation Ticket.” Before he knows it, he awakens as Rufus, a prince in another world! In this new world where everyone possesses unique skills, Rufus is granted the Summoning Skill—a rare and powerful ability. Rather than chasing glory or power, Rufus dreams of a laid-back life surrounded by adorable, fluffy magical creatures. With his summoning powers, he sets out to master the art, building a cozy, adventure-filled life in a world full of magic, mysteries, and mochi-like cuteness!
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Kenzou Tenma, a renowned Japanese neurosurgeon working in post-war Germany, faces a difficult choice: to operate on Johan Liebert, an orphan boy on the verge of death, or on the mayor of Düsseldorf. In the end, Tenma decides to gamble his reputation by saving Johan, effectively leaving the mayor for dead. As a consequence of his actions, hospital director Heinemann strips Tenma of his position, and Heinemann's daughter Eva breaks off their engagement. Disgraced and shunned by his colleagues, Tenma loses all hope of a successful career—that is, until the mysterious killing of Heinemann gives him another chance. Nine years later, Tenma is the head of the surgical department and close to becoming the director himself. Although all seems well for him at first, he soon becomes entangled in a chain of gruesome murders that have taken place throughout Germany. The culprit is a monster—the same one that Tenma saved on that fateful day nine years ago.
As she strives to fulfill her dream of being a fashion designer, Mikako sets her sights on attending Yazawa Arts alongside her childhood friend Tsutomu. However, Tsutomu's resemblance to a famous rockstar attracts too much attention, particularly from a popular senior, leaving Mikako struggling with her feelings towards him. To distract herself, Mikako joins a new "flea market" club with her fellow classmates, but this only seems to bring her closer to Tsutomu than ever before.
Andou is a high-schooler who possesses the ability to force others to vocalize his thoughts—an ability similar to ventriloquism. Inukai is young man shrouded in mystery who commands the vigilante group, Grass Hopper, which appeared in a city shaken by the downtown restoration program. This is a tale of courage, resolution… and confrontation; this is a depiction of the two boys' encounter.
College: A time for new friends and new loves—and getting confused about which is which. It seems like Suzuna is on track to land Eichi, the guy of her dreams. But her other new friend—the beautiful Hinako—has some interesting information regarding Eichi that's going to force Suzuna to take a second look at the whole situation. She's about to discover that love can come with some unexpected competition.
Natsume Yuujinchou depicts the life of Takashi Natsume, a typical 15-year-old boy who craves a mundane existence. Unfortunately, like his late grandmother Reiko, Natsume can spot "youkai," or spirits. Although he inherited the "Book of Friends," a collection of contracts that binds the youkai from Reiko, these spirits have remained trapped as Reiko never called upon their names. Hence, the desperate spirits relentlessly hound Natsume, imploring him to break their contracts for freedom. While some well-meaning youkai seek Natsume's assistance, others pose a potential threat. That's where Madara, a spirited feline in disguise as Nyanko-sensei, comes in. Despite the often humorous facade, Madara is Natsume's self-appointed guardian, harboring concealed intentions for his association with the boy. Natsume Yuujinchou is a compelling supernatural series that follows Natsume's struggles to preserve a standard existence while juggling human and spirit worlds. Ultimately, he imparts vital life lessons from his experiences.
