Zuo Zai Duian De Qi'e

Watashitachi no Shiawase na Jikan

Juri is the daughter of a once-famous pianist whose career ended after giving birth to her. Traumatized by events in her teenage years, she has attempted suicide three times and harbors a deep resentment toward her mother. Her aunt Monica, a member of the clergy, invites her to visit a prison and meet a death row inmate. Yuu is a convict sentenced to death for murdering three people. He has tried to end his own life multiple times inside his cell. When he finally agrees to meet Monica, intending to ask her to stop writing letters, he encounters Juri instead. Their meeting forces them to confront the deep scars they both carry. Slowly, the violent rebellion in their hearts gives way to a sh

Diamond Dust

From the moment she was born, a girl has been forced to become a piano prodigy. Her family's legacy of distinguished musicians casts a long shadow, and her father enforces a brutal regime of practice—up to twelve hours a day. Her childhood is stripped away: she must wear gloves to protect her hands when not playing, is forbidden from having friends, and is denied any semblance of a normal life. This relentless pressure shapes her entire existence, turning the piano from an instrument into a prison. The story delves into the psychological toll of this forced genius, exploring the conflict between familial legacy and personal identity, and the fragile line between artistic mastery and profoun

I Wanna Become a Wolf

A young woman grapples with a profound struggle with her own identity. Despite her resistance, she finds herself consumed by a deep-seated desire to change who she is, to become something different. This internal conflict unfolds against a backdrop of music and psychological drama, exploring the pressures and anxieties of self-perception. The story is a poignant recounting of a life at a crossroads, where the longing for transformation battles with the fear of losing oneself.

Misterioso

Ji-Na is the only daughter of a wealthy family, forced to play the violin despite her mediocre talent. Gyeong-Mi is a piano prodigy born to a poor chauffeur, who gave up on music due to her circumstances. When Gyeong-Mi's father becomes the driver for Ji-Na's family, the two girls meet and bond over their shared love of music. As they navigate three years of adolescence, their connection deepens through melodies and rehearsals. Friendship slowly blossoms into something more, but their different social standings and personal struggles threaten to pull them apart. Can music bridge the gap between their worlds?

Bowing!

Rio Kubote is a young violin prodigy whose future as a performer seems assured. But when she freezes on stage, overwhelmed by fear and losing sight of her goal, she flees to her mother's countryside home. There she meets Rinne, a local boy named Ten Asakura who possesses a remarkable "ear" for sound. Rio has lost her way with music, while Ten is searching for a perfect sound. Their chance encounter in a quiet mountain town sets the stage for an authentic story about strings and harmony. Together, they must confront their own struggles and find a new melody that only they can create.

ALBA

A collection of six short manga stories published as an extra booklet for Comic Beam magazine. Each tale offers a distinct genre experience, from science fiction to psychological drama, all tied together by a shared theme of everyday life intersecting with the extraordinary. In one story, a mysterious memo war unfolds in Tokyo, while another follows a man and his cat. A chimera appears in spring, and a hunt for cursed people begins. A great-grandfather's diary reveals hidden secrets, and a soundtrack plays in the middle of the night.