City Hunter シティーハンター

Written by and starring Tsukasa Hojo’s signature creation, City Hunter is a 35-issue Shueisha series from 1986–1992 that blends hardboiled action with romantic comedy. It follows the “sweeper” Ryo Saeba, a private eye who cleans up Tokyo’s underworld, and his partner Kaori Makimura, as they take on dangerous cases while navigating their prickly, affectionate dynamic. The series established Hojo’s reputation for stylish, character-driven storytelling and remains a defining work of late-’80s manga, influencing the genre with its blend of gunplay, humor, and heart.