Title : Mushishi
Written by : Yuki Urushibara
Published by : Kodansha
Magazine : Afternoon Season Zōkan (1999–2002), Monthly Afternoon (2002–2008)
Original run : 1999 – 2008
Volumes : 10
This is a quiet tale of life.
Synopsis
It is a world where there exists something called Mushi, which is different from the living things we know and closer to the root of life. Mushishi are professionals and trouble busters regarding Mushi. The main character, Ginko, is a Mushishi, and the story is about his travels and solving events caused by Mushi.
Review
The story involves “Mushi,” a strange creature not known to us, but it is quite different from other manga in which monsters and demons appear. There is no flashy action, no coming-of-age story, no romantic elements, no exciting adventures. It is a story about a mysterious world that progresses very quietly. The underlying “respect for life” and the activities of the people are in perfect harmony, and each story is a single story that brings quiet emotion and satisfaction. It is a manga that you should definitely read when your heart is tired.
