Ayako

In this stark, post-war Japanese saga from Uitgeverij L, Ayako (2012–present) follows the Tenge clan as they grapple with the fallout of World War II and the American occupation. Over three issues, the series explores the family’s hidden corruption, shifting loyalties, and the haunting secrets that bind them, all set against a rapidly changing society. Best known for the work of legendary manga creator Osamu Tezuka, this tense, psychological drama offers a sobering look at the costs of tradition and the weight of history.