Best of
Manga

2009

Attack on Titan, Vol. 1


Hajime Isayama - 2009
    Little is known about where they came from or why they are bent on consuming humankind, but the sudden appearance of an enormous Titan is about to change everything...

ONE PIECE 巻零〝STRONG WORLD〟


Eiichiro Oda - 2009
    009年12月12日発行。映画『ONE PIECE FILM STRONG WORLD』特典。

Blue Exorcist, Vol. 1


Kazue Kato - 2009
    One day a fateful argument with Father Fujimoto forces Rin to face a terrible truth – the blood of the demon lord Satan runs in Rin's veins! Rin swears to defeat Satan, but doing that means entering the mysterious True Cross Academy and becoming an exorcist himself. Can Rin fight demons and keep his infernal bloodline a secret? It won't be easy, especially when drawing his father's sword releases the demonic power within him!Reads R to L (Japanese Style) for audiences T+.

One Piece. Omnibus, Vol. 1


Eiichiro Oda - 2009
    Luffy dreamed of becoming King of the Pirates. But his life changed when he accidentally ate the Gum-Gum Fruit, an enchanted Devil Fruit that gave him the ability to stretch like rubber. Its only drawback? He'll never be able to swim again--a serious handicap for an aspiring sea dog! Years later, Luffy sets off on his quest to find the "One Piece," said to be the greatest treasure in the world...The treasure trove of high seas adventures just got bigger with this collection of the first three volumes of One Piece!R to L (Japanese Style)

Alice in the Country of Hearts, Vol. 2


QuinRose - 2009
    Alice, ever the plucky tomboy, sets off to explore and get the lay of this strange land, intent on finding her rude kidnapper and giving him a piece of her mind (and her fist). But little does she know that she's wandered right into the middle of a dangerous power struggle involving just about all of Wonderland's attractive, weapon-happy denizens. And the only way for Alice to return home is to get acquainted with the lot of them?! How in the world will she manage that and still manage to stay alive?!

Inuyasha, Volume 01


Rumiko Takahashi - 2009
    Never the type to believe in myths and legends, her world view dramatically changes when, one day, she's pulled out of herown time and into another! There, in Japan's ancient past, Kagome discovers more t han a few of those dusty old legends are true, and that her destiny is linked to one legendary creature in particular--the dog like half-demon called Inuyasha! That same trick of fate also ties them both to the Shikon Jewel, or " Jewel of Four Souls". But demons beware... the smallest shard of the Shikon Jewel can give the user unimaginable power.

Dragon Ball Z Box Set


Akira Toriyama - 2009
    When the Saiyans set their sights on Earth, it's up to Son Goku to fight off these invaders with his superhuman strengthWidely acclaimed as an action-adventure masterpiece, Dragon Ball Z is now available in this complete box set - all manga volumes 1-26 at an amazing price. Also included is an exclusive double-sided poster and a DragonBall Z collector's booklet

Barakamon, Vol. 1


Satsuki Yoshino - 2009
    "Sensei," as he comes to be known, is a city boy through and through, and has never experienced rural life until now. And by the looks of it, he has much to learn! Luckily(?), he has a willing teacher in Naru, the energetic expert islander, to help show him the ropes. But can Sensei keep up with the plucky first-grader, or will he get schooled?! Here unfolds a heartfelt island comedy about a gruff on the outside, soft on the inside urbanite teacher and his new, unfailingly kind island neighbors!

Alice in the Country of Hearts, Vol. 1


QuinRose - 2009
    Alice, ever the plucky tomboy, sets off to explore and get the lay of this strange land, intent on finding her rude kidnapper and giving him a piece of her mind (and her fist). But little does she know that she's wandered right into the middle of a dangerous power struggle involving just about all of Wonderland's attractive, weapon-happy denizens. And the only way for Alice to return home is to get acquainted with the lot of them?! How in the world will she manage that and still manage to stay alive?!

となりの怪物くん 1 [My Little Monster 1]


Robico - 2009
    This is a story about a boy and a girl who struggle with love and friendship. Opening yourself up to other people forces you to be honest with yourself.となりの席の吉田くんは入学初日の流血事件以来、一度も学校に来ない…。自分の成績と将来にしか興味がなかった水谷雫は、たまたまプリントを届けたため、その吉田春に勝手に友達認定されてしまう。しかも、春の純粋さを知って優しくすると今度は告白までされちゃって…!?

DRRR!! Durarara!! 1


Akiyo Satorigi - 2009
    A naive stalker girl. The strongest man in Ikebukuro. A shut-in doctor with questionable credentials. A hedonistic informant...and the "headless rider" astride a pitch-black motorcycle!? As their paths cross, this eccentric cast weaves a twisted, cracked love story...

Chibisan Date Volume 1


日丸屋 秀和 - 2009
    This charming, slice-of-life story filled with warmth and pathos follows the interesting characters on the island.

Private Teacher! 1


Yuu Moegi - 2009
    But when Kaede-san decides to penalize Rintarou's unsatisfactory progress with some unusual punishment, Rintarou figures out that what he's feeling is love. But what abut Kaede? Does he love Rintarou or is he just a perverted sadist?June Manga proudly presents the first volume of the popular manga by Yuu Moegi in her English language debut!

Dogs: Bullets & Carnage, Vol. 4


Shirow Miwa - 2009
    But the aims of Bishop, who wears his own “collar,” are unclear: why is he revealing these things now, and why did he save Heine in the first place? Meanwhile, Badou takes on another freelance job from Granny Liza to gather information—and soon discovers it was the information that his brother died pursuing…

NORA: The Last Chronicle of Devildom, Vol. 6


Kazunari Kakei - 2009
    The Truth About the Dark LiegeHaving survived their battle with the Resistance leader, Nora and Kazuma learn about the history of Cerberus and the Dark Liege's previous incarnations. In doing so, they discover the pivotal role Nora must play in the balance of the Human and Demon Worlds...and the reason Kazuma was chosen to work with Nora.

Détective Conan, Tome 1 :


Gosho Aoyama - 2009
    

バクマン。1 [Bakuman 1]


Tsugumi Ohba - 2009
    Moritaka, who watched Monks unfortunate words as a cartoonist, hesitated to accept the proposal to become a cartoonist, but Takagi takes him to his crushing partner Azukis house. Moritaka asked Azumi, an actor who wanted to be an actor, to take the role of an animated cartoon character in his comic book. When she accepted the proposal, he started proposing ... ! Azuki said that he would accept the proposal if dreams come true, and Morita Taka decided to become a cartoonist! The challenge of two people who are going to be all in the dream of a cartoonist like gambling now unfolds !!

The Official Xxxholic Guide


CLAMP - 2009
    Filled with fascinating story details, creator interviews, fashion highlights, glossaries, lavish illustrations, and much more, The Official xxxHOLiC Guide is your ultimate companion piece to the beloved series. Includes special extras at the end of the book!"

Pet Shop of Horrors: Tokyo, Volume 5 (Pet Shop of Horrors: Tokyo, #5)


Matsuri Akino - 2009
    In that time, life has returned to normal and the nightmares associated with Count D's pet shop of horrors have ceased--for now.

NORA: The Last Chronicle of Devildom, Vol. 7


Kazunari Kakei - 2009
    R to L (Japanese Style). "Hope and Desire" The Resistance, led by Fall, begins its siege on the Dark Liege's headquarters. Due to the immense power Fall gained in his encounter with the previous Cerberus, the Dark Liege faces a tough battle indeed...and as Nora and Kazuma rush to aid her, each must struggle with his own inevitable role in destiny. Nora, an unruly demon, has defied his superiors one too many times. For the sake of his "education," Nora is sent to live among mortals and enters a bond of servitude with cool-as-ice star student Kazuma Makkari. Kazuma is about to learn the ways of the underworld...and Nora will learn more from the "real world" than he ever thought possible!

Eureka Seven Manga Collection, Volume 2


Jinsei Kataoka - 2009
    The only thing that makes him happy is when he "lifts," an extreme form of aerial hoverboarding. His feelings of frustration come from his life of toil in his Grandfather's garage and being the son of an enigmatic yet legendary "hero." One day, a large LFO (Light Finding Operation) craft called Nirvash falls from the sky and a beautiful young girl named Eureka emerges and asks for repairs. When a smitten Renton literally falls over himself to help her, the two begin a journey that will change both of their destinies! Reprints Volumes 4-6 of the Eureka Seven manga in one collection.

Corpse Party: Blood Covered, Vol. 1


Makoto Kedouin - 2009
    A harmless ghost story. A silly pact intended to symbolize their friendship.But before the students of class 2-9 at Kisaragi Academy even know what's happening, they've been swept up in a living nightmare that threatens to consume them all.When the spirits emerge, will even their friends be left to hear them scream...?

Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo, Vol. 2


Yoshio Sawai - 2009
    Irreverent, silly and unpredictable-- Bo-bobo is pure comic genius. In the year 300X, the cruel Emperor Tsuru Tsururina has mandated the hunting of all hair in the Maruhage Empire. But a single man rises to the occasion and takes a stand against this violation of human hair rights.So Hairy...It's ScaryBo-BoBo and his "hair-em" are going all out against the hair haters that are trying to cut, trim, snip, shave, buzz and otherwise mess with our heroes. Prepare to have your mind bent, curled, kinked, permed, crimped and teased by this new volume.

Bleach Volume 22


Noriyuki Abe - 2009
    Entering the cave hideout, they soon discover they've stumbled into a trap! Just in time to back up their comrades, Ichigo faces the Bount leader Kariya and must summon his bankai if he is to survive, while Ury must rediscover his lost powers as well.

Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo, Vol. 3


Yoshio Sawai - 2009
    Irreverent, silly and unpredictable-- Bo-bobo is pure comic genius. In the year 300X, the cruel Emperor Tsuru Tsururina has mandated the hunting of all hair in the Maruhage Empire. But a single man rises to the occasion and takes a stand against this violation of human hair rights. Dirty...Hairy... Things are about to get really hairy when Bo-Bobo and Poppa Rocks combine to form a super-powered...idiot! Is that a hair plane?! The hair raid sirens have sounded! Prepare the surface-to-hair missiles! Call in the Hair Support! Will our heroes be able to save our precious hair supply...?!

NORA: The Last Chronicle of Devildom, Vol. 8


Kazunari Kakei - 2009
    R to L (Japanese Style). "The Shout of the Soul" At long last, Nora and Kazuma face Fall in a final battle. But not only is Fall overwhelmingly powerful, he surprises our heroes by taking the battle to the Human World! Will changing into Cerberus give Nora the power he needs to face Fall's true form and stop the demonic invasion of Earth, or will Kazuma be forced to make a brutal sacrifice? Nora, an unruly demon, has defied his superiors one too many times. For the sake of his "education," Nora is sent to live among mortals and enters a bond of servitude with cool-as-ice star student Kazuma Makkari. Kazuma is about to learn the ways of the underworld...and Nora will learn more from the "real world" than he ever thought possible!

Tsubasa Character Guide 2


CLAMP - 2009
    In the second installment of Tsubasa Character Guide , learn more about the people, creatures, worlds, and mysteries featured in volumes 8 through 14–including a cool look at the Tsubasa and xxxHOLiC crossover! Tsubasa Character Guide 2 also includes an interview with CLAMP, games and quizzes, a special fan section, preproduction artwork, a full-color poster, and more! This essential book is perfect for any fan of the Tsubasa anime and manga!

Jihai Vol. 3


Toshimi Nigoshi - 2009
    His mission is to avenge the death of his childhood friend, Yoshino, by assassinating his murderer. However, when Aoi gets hit by a truck driven by two men named Tristran and Diss, his mission is derailed. The two take Aoi back to their village to treat his injuries from the accident and Aoi stays in Diss's home to recover.Tristran is in charge of the village church, which doubles as an orphanage whose inhabitants happen to be children with super powers. One of the orphans, Shion, is a mind reader and senses that there is an assasin after Diss. Aoi, looking to protect the man who helped nurse him back to health, intervenes and saves Diss. When a second attempt is made on Diss's life, Diss defends himself; however, in the heat of the fight young Shion calls Diss "Arcline Cole": the man who murdered Yoshino.

NOT A BOOK: Bokura No Ashita No Houteishiki


NOT A BOOK - 2009
    Finally they move on from being childhood friends to lovers, but....?from Bokura wa Sore wo Hitei Dekinai

Magical Record Lyrical Nanoha Force


Masaki Tsuzuki - 2009
    Thoma Avenir, while travelling, discovers a girl named Lily Strosek trapped inside a strange research facility. When Thoma rescues Lily from her confinement, she grants him a new magical device that refers to itself as one of these Dividers. However, unbeknownst to them, a group of people known as the Huckebein family are also using these weapons to cause large amounts of chaos and destruction, leading to an investigation by the Time-Space Administration Bureau. Before long, Thoma and Lily find themselves caught up in the ambitions of the Huckebein family and the investigation of the Bureau.

Samurai Deeper Kyo 35/36


Akimine Kamijyo - 2009
    Even more dangerous is the return of Kyoshiro’s burning vengeance. Terrible secrets, hidden motivations, driving desires–all are brought into the open as the ultimate climax approaches in this white-knuckle, double-stuffed volume!Includes special extras after the story!

Sora The Wingless Duck Vol. 11


Takeshi Hinata - 2009
    melindungi impian dan masa depan anak-anak.

Sora The Wingless Duck Vol. 10


Takeshi Hinata - 2009
    Kau tidak bertarung seorang diri.

DVD V03: Manga


Kye Young Chon - 2009
    However, their peaceful existence is soon to be shattered by her ex-boyfriend, Sajang, who swears to seek revenge on Ddam! at school.

DVD V05: Manga


Kye Young Chon - 2009
    Sajang begs Ddam to come back to him, but Ddam is cold as ice. Sajang realizes how much he hurt Ddam and apologizes. Ddam doesn't forgive him and runs to find Venu.

NORA: The Last Chronicle of Devildom, Vol. 5


Kazunari Kakei - 2009
    Destiny Kazuma returns after two months looking older and wiser. In exchange for five years of his life, Kazuma has been granted the ability to use the power that permeates his body as a weapon! So Nora can use magic attacks again...but will that be enough to defeat the leader of the Resistance?

The Scent of Love Vol. 5


Saemi Takahashi - 2009
    

The Scent of Love Vol. 7


Saemi Takahashi - 2009
    

The Scent of Love Vol. 6


Saemi Takahashi - 2009
    

The Scent of Love Vol. 3


Saemi Takahashi - 2009
    

The Scent of Love Vol. 2


Saemi Takahashi - 2009
    

Bamboo Blade B, Vol. 1


Masahiro Totsuka - 2009
    Because of her height everyone is trying to recruit her into their sports club, even though she is terrible at them. Her childhood friend, Ken-chan, who is still in Elementary, keeps on telling her to join the Kendo club. But she hates Kendo because she never had a single victory against him. Find more about Yuu in this spin-off of Bamboo Blade.

Maid War Chronicle 2


RAN - 2009
    Armed with the Holy Weapons from the royal house’s shrine, these women are known as the Order of the Maid. Now they have reached an allied fortress, only to be surrounded by a giant army from the hostile nation of Nowarle. Will these servants-turned-warriors prevail?Includes special extras after the story!

Eureka Seven Novel Volume 3 (Eureka Seven: Psalms of Planets)


Tomonori Sugihara - 2009
    One day, a large mecha known as an LFO crashlands in his grandfather's garage and a beautiful young girl named Eureka emerges. Thus begins a journey that will change both of their lives... Writer Tomonori Sugihara reinterprets the Eureka Seven story in a series of light novels.

The Scent of Love Vol. 4


Saemi Takahashi - 2009
    

Ichiroh!, Vol. 2


Mikage - 2009
    But never say die! She's ready to give it her all in volume 2! With the help (?) of her friends, Nanako struggles through procrastination and distraction, determined to reach her goal. Unfortunately, that goal comes with a hefty price tag, and as the cost of study guides, enrollment, and dorm fees climbs, the penny-pinching Nanako jumps on the chance to make some extra cash with a part-time job . . . at a maid café?! Now with even more work on her plate, will Nanako ever be able to pull up her grades and make it into the college of her dreams?

Youko x Boku SS


Fujiwara Cocoa - 2009
    This attitude has a lot to do with people minding her business because of the Shirakiin family name, but it troubles Ririchiyo to no end. In search of independence and solitude, she moves to the Maison de Ayakashi, an apartment building full of wealthy tenants and with its own Secret Service. Ririchiyo is eager to be alone, but upon her arrival, she is greeted by Soushi, an SS agent arranged for her by her parents. Ririchiyo tries to turn Soushi away, but Soushi’s dogged devotion to his new mistress will not be deterred. The threat against the residents of the Maison de Ayakashi are not to be taken lightly, after all. And despite his puppy-like demeanor, Soushi is not to be trifled with either…

Snow Gift


Takagawa, Yuna - 2009
    Fumika is a railroad lover and seeks to take pictures of them, but what gets in the way of her love, after all, is the railroad boy!?

Akihabara@deep, Volume 5


Ira Ishida - 2009
    But will their own eccentric personalities and psychological issues do what DigiCap has been unable to do and tear Akihabara @ DEEP apart?

Under the Rose Vol. 2


Akari Funato - 2009
    

Good Witch Of The West 7


Momokawa Haruhiko - 2009
    

Trans Venus, Vol. 1


Hisao Tamaki - 2009
    This is the story of a boy who one day walks into some strange woods and is saved by a nymphomaniac goddess who can not only take over his body (turning it into hers in the process) but can also transform him into a girl.

Chronicles of the Grim Peddler Volume 2


Lee Joung-A - 2009
    This time he's sticking his nose into Little Red Riding Hood, Rumplestiltskin, and three other timeless tales. Look to the Chronicles of the Grim Peddler for a delightfully skewed take on well known fables.

The Sicilian's Ruthless Marriage Revenge


Nasuno Amano - 2009
    That woman’s brother, Cesare, assumes that Simon was completely at fault for the accident and plans a clever, ruthless revenge: he uses his overwhelming economic power to force Robin into marrying him! Robin tries to fight the forced matrimony, but when that epitome of manliness Cesare pulls her into a rough kiss, all her strength leaves her body…

Namida ni Nureta Koi


Nayuna Sakurano - 2009
    She has lived her life following the path set down by her parents, and now she is about to be married off to a man she doesn't love. She runs away and stumbles upon the late-night food stand run by Akira. His kindness and warmth opens her mind to a world she didn't know existed--but when his tragic past threatens to destroy the pure love that has begun to blossom, she must choose between the life she has always known and a love she didn't know was possible.

Mahou Gyoushounin Roma


Norihiko Kurazono - 2009
    When humans use these magical items to satisfy their own personal emotions, such as love, their greed level increases and Roma is able to steal their excess greed.The people that use Roma’s objects seem to always let their greed destroy themselves, putting themselves in a worse situation than before.

Mr. Fullswing 21


Shinya Suzuki - 2009
    

Mr. Fullswing 22


Shinya Suzuki - 2009
    

Mr. Fullswing 23


Shinya Suzuki - 2009
    

Soryuden: Dragon Brothers Vol. 5


Yoshiki Tanaka - 2009
    

Doctors' Rule V02


Sakura Ryou - 2009
    The intriguing story is their past. How did they meet? Why the ten years of separation? Don't miss the beginning of their love story in this sequel.

The Puppet Master Lin Vol. 8


Shinji Wada - 2009
    

Love is Around the World


Tomomi Nagae - 2009
    Koi wa Tenka no Mawarimono2. Ikenai Candy Love3. Katekyoushi no Okotowari4. Honey-Comb5. Nagisa no Shy Boy

Halfway


Izumi Yamaguchi - 2009
    Halfway After graduation, a young couple must figure out what they'll do about their relationship now that they're going to different universities. Story 2. Kyou Dake no Unreal A girl learns to cope with the death of someone she hated in her youth... and comes to terms with that hatred. Story 3. Hoshi wa Hi ga Kureru Made Nemuru A girl reunites with her childhood friend, only to find that he's quite different from the boy she once knew.

Play Temptation


Ryuu Yuuhi - 2009
    

Deka Kyoshi Vol. 1


Tamio Baba - 2009
    The students are keen at first to lay the blame on their strange classmate, Makoto. But Makoto has the gift/curse to see people's inner demons, which are often expressed through horrible images. When these hallucinations melt away or disappear, the problem is solved. Will Makoto have a vision about his former teacher, or will Toyama have to solve this case on his own.

Fūki No Okite


Nazuki Kōjima - 2009
    He listens to Shissa's remarks and agrees to be appointed to stay with him as his servant, in compensation for the injury. In addition, without knowing why, he is designated as a first-year representative to the disciplinary committee, but the disciplinary committee vice chairman, Shissa's younger brother, Zento, declares, "I do not approve"...!? - See more at: http://www.mangago.me/read-manga/fuuk...

Wa!, Vol. 1


Akira Kojima - 2009
    In fact, if you trace out who likes who, it makes a full circle! This is the story of that circle of crushes.

Majo wa Nido Aegu, Vol. 1


Miyuki Kitagawa - 2009
    Meanwhile, a guy, who has his father’s charisma, made it as a newcomer actor. When they meet, love starts.Nene has been a hostess for 3 years in Ginza, and she tries to struggle for her to be called the legendary hostess like her deceased mother. One day, a man suddenly called her. Even though it's their first meeting, Nene starts feeling deja vu. Since then, the two of them have to tamper with a cruel play. Is fated love about to begin?!From Midnight Scans