遙かなる時空の中で [Harukanaru Toki no Naka de] [Haruka: Beyond the Stream of Time] #1

A lovely opening volume from Hakusensha's HC Special line, Harukanaru Toki no Naka de introduces readers to its world with a striking cover featuring a long-haired young man in flowing purple and patterned robes, framed by cascading cherry blossoms in full bloom. He holds what appears to be a small round ornament, his expression composed yet quietly intense — a mood that perfectly suits a story rooted in historical fantasy. The soft pinks of the sakura against his elegant costume make for a beautifully atmospheric first impression.