あことバンビ [Ako to Bambi]

あことバンビ, a short but resonant eight-issue series from Asahi Shimbun Publishing (2022–2023), follows the intersecting lives of its two title characters with a quiet, observational warmth. The series is notable for its understated exploration of connection and identity, anchored by the distinctive storytelling sensibilities of its creative team. Though brief, it leaves a lasting impression as a thoughtful, character-driven work from a major Japanese publisher.