東京喰種 [Tokyo Guru] [Tokyo Ghoul]

Sui Ishida’s Tokyo Ghoul (2012–2014, Shueisha) is a dark, visceral horror-manga that redefined the modern supernatural thriller. Set in a Tokyo where flesh-eating ghouls live hidden among humans, the story follows a college student who becomes part of both worlds after a life-altering encounter. Ishida’s moody, detailed art and morally complex storytelling made the series a defining hit of the 2010s, launching a franchise that resonated far beyond its 14-issue original run. It remains a landmark work for its unflinching exploration of identity, violence, and what it means to be a monster.