In/Spectre

In/Spectre is a supernatural mystery manga from Tokyopop, launched in 2017 and ongoing, that follows a young woman who becomes a mediator between the human and spirit worlds after making a deal with a yokai. Written by Kyo Shirodaira and illustrated by Chashiba Katase, the series blends detective work with Japanese folklore as its heroine, Iwanaga Kotoko, uses her wits and a spectral companion to solve cases that blur the line between the living and the dead. Its clever, dialogue-driven storytelling and unique take on urban fantasy have made it a standout in Tokyopop's English-language catalog.