Set in a world shaped by prophecy, Jinta, driven by vengeance after his village is attacked by demons, spends ten years wandering with his sword. As he arrives in Edo, he becomes entwined in rumors of a yasha guardian who is on a mission to hunt demons. The story unfolds against a backdrop of fate and revenge, exploring themes of destiny and the relentless pursuit of justice.
In this era-spanning fantasy epic of humans and demons, a warrior in feudal Japan must hunt a demon through time - a tale soon to be an anime! Don't miss the original light novels, also from Seven Seas!
Set in Edo during the winter of 1856, the story revolves around the intoxicating allure of a liquor called Snow's Memory. Demon hunter Jinya becomes entangled in the ensuing chaos, which leads him to clues about his long-lost sister. As he navigates the web of intrigue and personal history, Jinya grapples with the implications of uncovering the past and its impact on their uncertain future.
Set in 1877 during the Meiji era, the story follows Jinya's daughter, Nomari, as she navigates the challenges of adolescence. Amidst her growth, rumors of a nightly demon procession in Kyoto emerge, led by a familiar chain-manipulating demon that once troubled Jinya and Kaneomi. The situation escalates with the arrival of Magatsume, a harbinger of calamity, adding further tension and danger to their lives. The narrative weaves together themes of adolescence, supernatural elements, and the looming threat of calamity.
Set in 1872 during the Meiji era, the story follows Jinya, who balances running a soba restaurant in Kyoto with his nighttime quest to hunt increasing numbers of demons. Accompanied by his daughter Nomari, Jinya uncovers a mysterious figure named Magatsume, whose identity and motives remain elusive. The narrative intertwines the challenges of a rapidly modernizing world with ancient supernatural threats, exploring themes of tradition versus change and the struggle against hidden evils.
Set in the Taisho era of Japan, the narrative follows Akitsu Somegorou the Fourth as he attends a party hosted by the renowned spirit-hunting Nagumo family. With the decline of fear towards demons, the Nagumo family finds themselves forging unlikely alliances with their former enemies to survive. As the story progresses, Tokyo becomes a battleground where humans and demons engage in a complex struggle, highlighting themes of tradition versus modernity and survival in a changing world.
The story follows Jinya, a demon hunter in Edo, who becomes embroiled in a series of mysterious street murders. While dining at his favorite soba shop, he learns of a case that leads him to confront a demon with the ability to become invisible. As he investigates, the demon claims innocence, raising questions about the true nature of the events in Edo. The narrative explores themes of trust, deception, and the complexities of good versus evil within a richly detailed historical setting.
Set in Edo period Japan, a young warrior named Jinta protects a priestess in a secluded village. When demons threaten their shrine, he embarks on a perilous journey into the forest to confront them. The mysteries he encounters alter his destiny, propelling him through time and history. As he grapples with his dark fate, Jinta seeks to understand the purpose behind his sword. This fantasy epic intertwines elements of adventure and self-discovery, and it is soon to be adapted into an anime.
The investigation into Miura Naotsugu's missing elder brother leads Jinya to a mysterious realm where reality blurs with the supernatural. In this other world, they encounter a little girl and the missing brother, raising questions about his fate. As they delve deeper, they uncover unexpected truths about his disappearance and the possibility of a demon's involvement. The story combines elements of mystery and fantasy, exploring themes of family ties and the unknown.
Set in the turbulent Bunkyu era, Jinya grapples with the aftermath of personal loss and societal upheaval as the anti-shogunate movement rises. While investigating a rumored demonic sword, he encounters Hatakeyama Yasuhide, a loyal samurai torn between duty and the changing tides of power. The story explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the struggle between tradition and progress in a time of uncertainty.