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Hideo Yamamoto

    June 23, 1968

    Yamamoto Hideo is a Japanese manga artist whose works often delve into the darker aspects of the human psyche. His creations focus on complex psychological portraits, exploring themes such as crime and sexual deviation. Yamamoto's distinctive style and his examination of unsettling facets of human nature establish him as a notable figure within the seinen manga genre.

    Homunculus (Omnibus) Vol. 3-4
    Homunculus (Omnibus) Vol. 5-6
    Hikari-Man (Omnibus) Vol. 3-4
    Homunculus (Omnibus) Vol. 7-8
    Hikari-Man (Omnibus) Vol. 1-2
    Homunculus (Omnibus) Vol. 9-10
    • 2025

      Hikari-Man (Omnibus) Vol. 3-4

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      A high school outcast, Shirochi Hikari, discovers a shocking new ability to manipulate electricity after a freak accident. Struggling with loneliness and bullying, he initially retreats into his passion for gaming and PC building. However, his newfound power allows him to traverse electrical currents, presenting him with the opportunity for revenge against his tormentors. This supernatural manga blends themes of isolation and empowerment, offering a unique twist on the superhero genre from the creator of cult classics like Homunculus.

      Hikari-Man (Omnibus) Vol. 3-4
    • 2024

      Homunculus (Omnibus) Vol. 9-10

      • 712 pages
      • 25 hours of reading

      In a gripping supernatural horror tale, Nakoshi is haunted by the last remaining homunculus, a woman with a shifting face. Driven to uncover their intertwined truths, he undergoes a perilous self-trepanation procedure. The narrative explores themes of identity and desperation as Nakoshi seeks answers that may come at a high cost. This final volume, from the creator of Ichi the Killer, culminates in a thrilling climax that has already inspired a Netflix live-action film.

      Homunculus (Omnibus) Vol. 9-10
    • 2024

      Hikari-Man (Omnibus) Vol. 1-2

      • 438 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Following a lonely high school nerd, the story explores themes of revenge and empowerment through supernatural abilities. Shirochi Hikari, an otaku with a passion for gaming, discovers he can manipulate electricity after an electrifying incident. This newfound power allows him to traverse the digital realm and confront his bullies. The manga blends elements of sci-fi and superhero narratives, showcasing Hikari's transformation from a bullied outcast to a formidable force. Created by the mind behind cult classics, it promises a unique twist on the genre.

      Hikari-Man (Omnibus) Vol. 1-2
    • 2024

      Homunculus (Omnibus) Vol. 7-8

      • 672 pages
      • 24 hours of reading

      Exploring themes of identity and truth, the narrative follows Nakoshi as he confronts his past and the reality of his appearance. As he unravels the deceptions shared with Ito, tensions rise when he discovers that Ito has been aware of his cosmetic surgery. This revelation challenges their relationship and forces Nakoshi to grapple with self-acceptance and the implications of their hidden truths.

      Homunculus (Omnibus) Vol. 7-8
    • 2023

      From the creator of Ichi the Killer and Voyeur, this hit supernatural horror tale inspired the live-action film on Netflix-and will be available in English for the first time in oversized omnibus editions! Nakoshi Susumu, age thirty-four, lives out of his car. Between spending his days with the homeless and his nights in his vehicle, he has little to his name. When a medical student begins to stalk him, offering to pay Nakoshi a significant sum of cash to undergo a strange surgical procedure, Nakoshi initially refuses. But after his beloved car is towed, he finally agrees to take the offer and subjects himself to the operating table. What, if anything, will Nakoshi see differently once he awakens?

      Homunculus (Omnibus) Vol. 5-6
    • 2023

      From the creator of Ichi the Killer and Voyeur, this hit supernatural horror tale inspired the live-action film on Netflix-and will be available in English for the first time in oversized omnibus editions! Nakoshi Susumu, age thirty-four, lives out of his car. Between spending his days with the homeless and his nights in his vehicle, he has little to his name. When a medical student begins to stalk him, offering to pay Nakoshi a significant sum of cash to undergo a strange surgical procedure, Nakoshi initially refuses. But after his beloved car is towed, he finally agrees to take the offer and subjects himself to the operating table. What, if anything, will Nakoshi see differently once he awakens?

      Homunculus (Omnibus) Vol. 3-4
    • 2023

      From the creator of Ichi the Killer and Voyeur, this hit supernatural horror tale inspired the live-action film on Netflix--and will be available in English for the first time in oversized omnibus editions! Nakoshi Susumu, age 34, is living out of his car. Between spending his days with the homeless and his nights in his vehicle, he has little to his name--but not so little that he'll agree to be the subject of a scientific experiment. An unnerving medical student is stalking him and offering to pay Nakoshi a significant sum to test trepanation: the ability to draw out a sixth sense by drilling into the skull. Nakoshi refuses. When Nakoshi's beloved car is towed, though, he finally agrees to cash and the operating table. At first, the experiment seems to bear no fruit, and Nakoshi's life is unchanged. That is, until Nakoshi realizes his vision has warped in his left eye...showing him a twisted homunculus inside a normal human.

      Homunculus (Omnibus) Vol. 1-2