ヤイバ [Yaiba]

A classic shonen adventure from creator Gosho Aoyama, serialized in Shogakukan's Weekly Shonen Sunday from 1989 to 1994. The series follows a young, brash samurai-in-training, Yaiba Kurogane, as he seeks to become a true warrior, encountering rivals, ancient legends, and fantastical foes across its 24-volume run. Known for its energetic art and blend of action and comedy, it stands as an early showcase of Aoyama's signature storytelling style before he created Case Closed.