傷モノの花嫁 [Kizumono no Hanayome] #3

A striking cover for volume 3 of this Japanese manga series, featuring a young woman in a vibrant red kimono nestled in the arms of a tall, dark-haired man in a formal military-style uniform — their contrasting attire hinting at a romance that crosses worlds or stations. Cherry blossoms drift through the scene, lending it a bittersweet tenderness, while a masked figure peers in from the upper corner, suggesting intrigue lurking at the edges of this relationship. Published by Kōdansha under the KCx imprint, this volume promises the blend of emotional drama and visual elegance that shōjo-inflected romance manga does so well.