Banana Fish
Viz · 2004–2007 · 19 issues
About the series
Set in 1980s New York, Banana Fish is a gritty crime saga from Viz Media, following a young gang leader's quest to uncover the dark secret behind a mysterious drug. Written and illustrated by Akimi Yoshida, this 19-issue series is a landmark of 2000s manga localization, blending street-level violence with a sprawling conspiracy that redefined the shōjo genre for English-speaking audiences.