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It has Hikaru’s face. It has Hikaru’s voice. It even has Hikaru’s memories. But whatever came down from the mountains six months ago isn’t Yoshiki’s best friend. Whatever it is, it’s dangerous. Carrying on at school and hanging out as if nothing has changed—as if Hikaru isn’t gone—would be crazy...but when it looks so very like Hikaru...and acts so very like Hikaru...

While “Hikaru” is not the Hikaru he once knew, Yoshiki must admit that this new entity has become a friend in his own right. But his true identity remains a mystery…even to the impostor himself! When their research into the town’s history brings them to the library, the boys discover an unsettling clue about the mysterious happenings in the region. Though, the question still stands of what “Hikaru” and the Nounuki-sama mentioned in Hikaru’s note might be—and whether they aren’t in fact one and the same...

Yoshiki tried to pretend nothing was wrong, but the truth cannot be ignored. Hikaru is gone. “Hikaru” is here. This new version is dangerous...or perhaps not? One thing’s for sure—Yoshiki doesn’t seem to be in harm’s way. In fact, “Hikaru” seems to want nothing more than to befriend and protect him. Despite Rie’s warnings, Yoshiki chooses to extend the hand of friendship, hoping it will help “Hikaru” become more human. But in doing so, what might Yoshiki become...?

Yoshiki and “Hikaru” learn from Tanaka that the only way to stop impurities from flooding the villages is to close the “holes” letting them through. The catch? Holes can only be closed from the other side—and once a living human crosses over, there’s no way back. With that in mind, “Hikaru” makes a daring proposition: seeing as he isn’t human, he can patch the hole and return using his connection with Yoshiki. Meanwhile, Asako and Tanaka try an entirely different tactic—convincing an impurity to do the job for them!

Just as “Hikaru” prepares to return to the mountain, Tanaka appears before him and Yoshiki, bringing with him a harsh truth about “Hikaru’s” identity. While the two boys grapple with this new revelation and their paths going forward, the cause of all the chaos—the “hole” linked to the other side—steadily grows. To investigate this strange phenomenon, Yoshiki and “Hikaru” make their way to Maki’s hometown, Ashidori, where more secrets lie buried…

"Hikaru's" unexpectedly violent encounter with the mysterious hamster-toting Tanaka only worsens his already weakened condition. Without knowing Tanaka's intentions, the boys must act quickly to uncover the mountain's secrets. Investigating the Indou family's "sin" will be difficult now that Hikaru's dad has passed, but they may be able to get some answers out of his closest friend-if Yoshiki's father is willing to talk...

“Hikaru’s” sudden disappearance from the mountain has not gone unnoticed...and his presence in town has begun to raise suspicions as well. Spirits from the other side grow restless, while the people sensitive to them begin taking steps to uncover the truth. As Yoshiki continues to struggle with the true identity of “Hikaru,” he is reminded once again that his friend no longer shares his understanding of life and death—and that if you play with fire, someone is sure to get burned eventually...

Fashionable and upbeat high schooler Aya falls head over heels for an employee at a local CD shop. He’s got an air of mystery about him, always dressed well, and has impeccable taste in music. Little does she know—this supposedly male employee is actually her female classmate Mitsuki! Mitsuki generally keeps to herself, but since her seat is right next to Aya’s, she can't help but be extremely aware of the other’s crush. Revealing the truth is out of the question—but perhaps getting closer to Aya wouldn’t be so bad...

With Aya’s encouragement and inspiration from a music festival they attend together, Mitsuki begins to pursue her passion for music in earnest! But when a certain video of her singing goes viral on social media, Mitsuki ends up becoming somewhat of a celebrity at school—and her newfound fame brings difficulties for both her and Aya...

The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t a Guy at All is a stunning Girls Love manga that depicts the budding romance between a high school girl and her classmate who she mistakes as a guy outside of school.

Despite promising to give up rock after getting into an all-girls school for the wealthiest young ladies in Japan, Lilisa Suzunomiya decides to form a secret rock band with her classmate, Otoha Kurogane. There’s just one little problem… Lilisa’s stepsister discovers her secret! Can Lilisa convince her hater of a stepsister to keep things under wraps or is Lilisa’s rock’n’roll career already over?!

The bond between Yoshiki and Hikaru is a welcome escape from their isolated village. But one day when the two boys meet up, Yoshiki can immediately tell something is off. Though the person standing before him looks and acts exactly like Hikaru, Yoshiki knows that his friend is...gone. Someone-no, something has taken Hikaru's place. And with so many eerie incidents happening in town lately, Yoshiki is becoming increasingly conflicted. Although things will never be as they once were, he would prefer this Hikaru to no Hikaru at all.

Keheheh thought she and Spirit were getting more comfortable around each other. But before they’re able to spend any quality time together, Amarariruku’s boss, Stigma, appears before them! Meanwhile, Shy is concerned with the current state of affairs for heroes. Iko comes to see her, and somehow the circumstances seem different than usual… Shy’s motive for becoming a hero is finally revealed in a shocking development!

Kanade Sora has never been to a music festival before. But when her friend Otoha lures her along with the promise that her favorite band will be playing, she finds herself having more fun than she ever imagined. And if one small show is enough to hook her, what might a huge overnight event at a major venue be like? As Kanade dives into a whole new world of rocking out, will her life ever be the same?!

After making their music festival debut, Kanade and Otoha set off to take part in their first overnight event-the massive Rock On Japan Festival. Along with a slew of their favorite bands, they get to enjoy all-new thrills like camping, barbecue, tents, and even a hot spring?! This summer is set to be the best ever!

When Mero Fukagawa-a classmate with a crush on Kanade-invites her and Otoha to attend Ultima Rock Fest in Shibuya, it’s the girls’ first time at an urban music festival. With the opportunity to visit a bevy of smaller venues and get closer to the bands than ever before, this event is a far cry from the outdoor performances they’ve experienced. Mero is actually playing at the festival himself (and he hopes to show Kanade his best side), but his competition is stiff: Kanade’s favorite band, Daze on Youth, is also there!

The familiar scents of gunpowder and kitty litter… When hardened men with a soft spot for felines look for a haven, they come to Kitty and Me, a bar with a select clientele and one ironclad rule: When inside, do not dare harm the cats that call it home. Here, the hitman known as Undertaker finds himself in the unenviable situation of mourning the recent loss of his beloved pet, Cheriko...and discovering that his next target is a fellow cat lover. But the concrete jungle isn’t always so courteous as to wait outside, and the bloody truth about Undertaker’s latest job is knocking at the door.

Take a peek into the past as Gaku recalls his first music festival! After stumbling upon a café that shares his name, he’s invited by the elderly owner to come along to an overnight camping festival. Gaku doesn’t know what to expect, but his heart is stolen by the sights and sounds he finds there…!

Kanade and Otoha score tickets to the Countdown Festival -- a massive indoor event to ring in the new year! Surrounded by boisterous friends, good food, and their favorite tunes, the gang reflect on their past experiences and discover new dreams for the future. The festival season may be ending, but the party doesn’t stop in this final volume of Days on Fes!

In an age when superpowered defenders from each country have brought peace to the world, Japan’s representative is a timid young girl known as “Shy.” She may be embarrassed by the mere thought of slipping into spandex, but she’ll prove that despite it all, she still has the heart of a hero!

Shy has shown she can handle the basics of being a defender of justice, but with the mysterious boy known as Stigma still at large, that might not be enough. Determined to become stronger, she holds a mock battle against Stardust, one of the most famous figures in the heroing world—and a merciless opponent. With her status as a hero on the line, can Shy awaken her new powers?!

Still stinging from their Arctic battle, Shy and the other heroes set out in search of new information about the mysterious Amarariruku. Their investigation brings them not only to Spirit’s native Russia but to the very orphanage where the carousing crime fighter grew up—and the answers they find there may hit a little closer to home than anticipated...

Shy and Spirit confront the frigid darkness that’s taken root deep in the heart of Pepesha’s mother, bearing witness to the despair she felt in her final moments. Though the sorrow-laden memories threaten to overwhelm them, if they join hands with warm resolve, they’ll surely find a way to save what matters most...!

After her battle with Tzveta and Keheheh of the evil syndicate Amarariruku, Shy returns to Japan, where she encounters the enigmatic Ai Tennoji—a runaway from the Kansai region. Their time together is cut short when the Amarariruku launch a massive attack on Tokyo, throwing the heroes into a state of emergency. As the hero of Japan, can Shy stand up to the pressure of defending her home turf...?

To reclaim Tokyo from the influence of Amarariruku, Shy leads her team of heroes into the black sphere at the metropolis’s heart. Inside, they discover that its citizens have been transformed into...zombies?! Hoping to return them to normal, Shy sets her sights on the central tower—but Doki, the “Wrathful Dragon,” appears to block their way! Mian Long hangs back to take him on, but how will the now-separated team fare as they venture deeper into the desolate city...?

The threat of the black sphere still looms over Tokyo. Outside, spectators watch in suspense, unaware of the fierce battles taking place within. Meanwhile, Shy and her remaining team members have finally reached the tower where Utsuro awaits— but now, the angelic Inori guards the path ahead! With the cause of the disturbance mere steps away, can they overcome this new foe and confront Ai’s rival?! The battle for Tokyo approaches its climax!!

Utsuro has gained a massive boost in power, absorbing Ai into her body and entering her complete form. But although Shy has already tasted defeat once, the fight is far from over! The hero of Japan rises once more with the Heartblade Purity in hand, and her most flaming-hot battle yet is about to get underway!!

Shy is a long-running action adventure series—a story that takes place in a world filled with superpowered inhabitants told through the point of view of Japan's "shy" representative.

Shy is a long-running action adventure series—a story that takes place in a world filled with superpowered inhabitants told through the point of view of Japan's "shy" representative.