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Extremely overlooked manga gems part 2

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Jul 02 2022, 10:40 AM | Updated Dec 16, 2024 12:22 AM
Part 1: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/4205
Chiisakobee
Manga, 4 vol, 2012 Me:- Author:8
Great way to adapt a classic novel into modern setting so it feels relatable while still retaining the qualities of the original.
Kafka
Manga, 1 vol, 2008 Me:- Author:7
Kafka's surreal stories are a match made in heaven for Nishioka Kyoudai surreal artwork.
Gokusai
Manga, 4 vol, 2012 Me:- Author:7
Greatly detailed art coupled with captivating storyline about art itself.
Taihai no Hanauri
Manga, 1 vol, 2017 Me:- Author:7
Charming dystopian yet wholesome story.

6000

The Deep Sea of Madness

6000
Manga, 4 vol, 2010 Me:- Author:7
Few manga manage to capture fear as well as 6000.
Oyaji
Manga, 3 vol, 2000 Me:- Author:8
The GOAT of GAR parenting.

Stravaganza: Isai no Hime

Stravaganza: The Queen in the Iron Mask

Stravaganza: Isai no Hime
Manga, 7 vol, 2012 Me:- Author:7
Mix of politics, action, fantasy elements and eye-catching protagonist design.
Yuugai Shitei Doukyuusei
Manga, 3 vol, 2017 Me:- Author:8
The craft of punchline is not easy one, but it works perfectly here.

Souin Gyokusai seyo!

Onward Towards Our Noble Deaths

Souin Gyokusai seyo!
Manga, 1 vol, 1973 Me:- Author:8
If you've enjoyed Farewel to Arms, this is of very similar vein.

Louvre no Neko

Cats of the Louvre

Louvre no Neko
Manga, 2 vol, 2016 Me:- Author:7
Tale of cats with characters reminescent of oldschool animated movies.
Bonba!
Manga, 1 vol, 1970 Me:- Author:7
Psychological tale of loathing and self-loathing.
Zenikko
Manga, 5 vol, 1970 Me:- Author:8
Cautionary and informatory story about managing money.
Suicide Girl
Manga, 10 vol, 2020 Me:- Author:7
Fresh take on the topic of suicide that is interesting but not insensitive, coupled with cool action scenes that are complemented with great atypical artstyle.
Kizudarake no Jinsei
Manga, 15 vol, 2006 Me:- Author:8
Tough but sentimental man with a heart of gold, if you're looking for some classic hardboiled story look no more.
Miss Guillotine
Manhwa, 5 vol, 2015 Me:- Author:8
Sure, there are many stories that are a dark take on the magical girl genre, but few where the magical girls are the antagonists and the darkness is caused by human emotion rather than outher influence of supernatural.
Gekiman!
Manga, 6 vol, 2010 Me:- Author:8
Documentary in manga form that lets you know interesting contexts regarding creation of one of the most important manga in the indrustry.

Comic Showa-shi

Showa: A History of Japan

Comic Showa-shi
Manga, 8 vol, 1988 Me:- Author:8
In-depth depiction of modern Japanese history intertwined by author's personal experience definitely a recommended read for those who would like to know more about Japan beyond just otaku culture.
Tetsumin
Manga, 3 vol, 2014 Me:- Author:6
Intriguing adroid horror imagery.
Front Mission: Dog Life & Dog Style
Manga, 10 vol, 2007 Me:- Author:8
If you're in a mood for some well executed anti-war manga, give this one a try.
Uraaka Joshi
Manga, 3 vol, 2019 Me:- Author:7
Cautinoary tale for the modern age of technology
Heterogenia Linguistic: Ishuzoku Gengogaku Nyuumon
Manga, ? vol, 2018 Me:- Author:8
Linguistics is already a rare topic for a fiction, and this one is done with deep love for the discipline
Watashi ga 15-sai dewa Nakunattemo.
Manga, 2 vol, 2021 Me:- Author:8
Touches of a very sensitive topic with few hold barred. Artistic depiction of characters' emotions and outbreaks.

Definitely not for everyone, but does make you ponder over many dillemas of life.
Hidamari no Ki
Manga, 11 vol, 1981 Me:- Author:8
It is unfortunate for Tezuka's work to make this list, but for some reason one of the best period dramas among manga keeps getting overlooked.

Karappo no Shoujo to Niji no Kakera

A Girl With an Empty Heart and Fragments of a Rainbow

Karappo no Shoujo to Niji no Kakera
Manga, 3 vol, 2022 Me:- Author:8
Journey through depression with emotionless girl. Features atypical arstyle and great character designs.
Romance Code
One-shot, ? vol, 2024 Me:- Author:8
A story about androids and feelings, one that is more dependent on the sci-fi side rather than handwaving it.

Ato Ippo, Soba ni Kite

One More Step, Come Stand By My Side

Ato Ippo, Soba ni Kite
Manga, 1 vol, 2020 Me:- Author:8
Shin Mazinger Zero vs Ankoku Daishougun
Manga, 8 vol, 2012 Me:- Author:9
A must-read for fans of classic mecha franchises, a tribute to the genre.
Grass
Manhwa, 1 vol, 2017 Me:- Author:8
Heavy-hitting biography of korean comfort women, not for the faint of nature.

Kuro Hakubutsukan: Ghost and Lady

Black Museum: The Ghost and the Lady

Kuro Hakubutsukan: Ghost and Lady
Manga, 2 vol, 2014 Me:- Author:8
Semi-autobiographical story about reformation of nursing system mixed with supernatural elements and complemented by great artstyle.

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