私たちはどうかしている [Watashitachi wa douka shite iru]

A suspenseful romance from Kōdansha, Watashitachi wa douka shite iru (2017–2021) unfolds over 19 issues as a young woman returns to a traditional Japanese confectionary shop, only to be caught in a web of family secrets, betrayal, and a dark past that threatens to consume her. The series is best known for its intricate, slow-burn mystery and the atmospheric art of Natsumi Andō, who masterfully blends the sweetness of wagashi with the bitterness of revenge. It matters as a standout in the josei genre, offering a mature, emotionally charged thriller that explores the cost of love and legacy.