Doctor K

The Distant Dawn

A collection of sixteen short stories by Yukinobu Hoshino, spanning genres from science fiction and fantasy to psychological drama and romance. The tales explore a wide range of themes, including adventure, mystery, and the supernatural, often set in imaginative and thought-provoking scenarios. From a distant dawn and a steel queen to escape from wastelands and a funeral convoy, each story presents a unique conflict. Characters face challenges such as a call from afar, a whiteout, amazons of the river, and the Carneades plan, navigating through algae, lightning strikes, and the emperor of winter.

Kawashima Yoshiko wa Otoko ni Naritai

Yoshiko Kawashima, a woman living in the interwar Taishō era, dreams of becoming a man. She disguises herself in male clothing and adopts a masculine identity, navigating a society that restricts her ambitions. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she becomes a spy for Japan, using her disguise to move freely through dangerous political circles. As she delves deeper into espionage, Yoshiko faces the constant threat of exposure and the moral complexities of her missions. Her dual existence blurs the lines between her true self and the persona she has created, leading to a tense struggle for identity and survival in a world of secrets and betrayal.

Ookami wa Kiba wo Chi de Arau

A man and a woman board a plane to Hong Kong, carrying stolen jewelry to sell to a local syndicate. Sekine, a mysterious figure, follows them on the same flight with his own hidden agenda. After the man is killed, Sekine takes the jewelry and the woman, setting off a chain of violent events. As Sekine navigates the criminal underworld, he must deal with the syndicate's boss, drug deals, and the woman's uncertain loyalties. The story unfolds through a collection of short action tales, blending suspense, romance, and psychological tension in a gritty post-war setting.

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Part 7–Steel Ball Run

In the American Old West, the Steel Ball Run is about to begin: a grueling cross-country race from San Diego covering over six thousand kilometers, with a grand prize of fifty million dollars. Contestants may use any kind of vehicle, but they must endure uncharted wastelands and travel up to a hundred kilometers a day. Johnny Joestar, a former jockey paralyzed from the waist down, attends the start of the race as a spectator. There he meets Gyro Zeppeli, a racer who carries two steel balls at his waist. When Johnny witnesses Gyro use one of them to unleash a strange power, he briefly regains the ability to stand. Desperate to uncover the secret of the steel balls, Johnny joins the race alon

Tower of God

Twenty-Fifth Bam has spent his entire life alone in a dark cave, with Rachel as his only companion and light. When she decides to enter the Tower to pursue her own dream, she leaves him behind. Desperate not to lose her, Bam follows her inside, determined to climb the Tower and find her again. But the Tower is a vast and dangerous place, full of ancient secrets, fearsome creatures, and ruthless people. Each floor is guarded by an Administrator who subjects challengers to grueling tests that push them to their limits. Upon reaching the first floor, Bam discovers he is an Irregular, someone who entered the Tower without being chosen. With no special strength or power, he must learn to surviv

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Part 8: JoJolion - Digital Colored Comics

In 2011, the coastal town of Morioh is still reeling from the Great East Japan earthquake. Strange earthen protrusions known as the Wall Eyes have appeared across the landscape, defying all professional explanation. While exploring near one of these formations, Yasuho Hirose discovers a naked man buried in the ground. He bears a distinctive star-shaped birthmark and deep bite marks, but has no memory of his name or his past. The only thing he can recall is how to use his Stand, a supernatural ability that manifests as a humanoid figure. Taken in by the Higashikata family and given the name Josuke, the amnesiac begins to investigate his own identity. His search quickly draws him into a serie