IKIGAMI VOL. 8

In a world where life is precious and death can come at any moment, Ikigami becomes a reminder of the fragility and value of each day. Discover the eighth part of this bestselling series, which addresses important social issues and forces reflection on life.

• Intriguing plot full of tension and emotion
• Current social problems addressed in each volume
• Bestselling series sold in millions of copies in Japan
• Multiple award-winning comic recognized at international festivals
• Work by Motorō Mase nominated for the prestigious Fauve d'Or award

Ikigami is a series that does not choose. The poor and the rich, the innocent and the criminals – everyone can receive a death notice. Fujimoto, the Ikigami deliverer, must remain neutral and not interfere in the lives of the people he delivers the notices to. His situation becomes complicated when he feels that he is being watched. Is it just paranoia or a real threat?

In the eighth volume, the series addresses current issues such as the relationships between perpetrators and the families of victims, well-being after plastic surgery, and the glorification of external beauty. The comic encourages reflection on the values and choices that shape our lives.

Motorō Mase, born in 1969 in Aichi Prefecture, is a talented comic book creator who gained recognition with the Ikigami series. His works are characterized by a deep message and a moving narrative. In 1998, he received the main prize for debutants for the comic AREA, and in 2010 he was nominated for the prestigious Fauve d'Or award at the International Comic Festival in Angoulême.

The Ikigami series has won numerous awards and accolades at international festivals such as Utopiales, Festival International de la Bande Dessinée d'Angoulême, Polymanga, Japan Expo, and Le Festival du Voyageur. In Poland in 2010, the series received nominations in most comic polls, confirming its exceptional value and impact on readers.

The edition contains 232 pages in the format 208x153 mm. Year of publication: 2012. Binding: paperback. Publisher: Hanami.