あずまんが大王 [Azumanga Daiō / Azumanga Daioh]

Published by MediaWorks from 2000 to 2002, Azumanga Daiō is a four-issue manga comedy series that captures the everyday absurdities of high school life through a cast of quirky, distinct classmates. Best known for the work of creator Kiyohiko Azuma, the series established a warm, gag-driven tone that became a touchstone for slice-of-life humor in manga. Its concise run and memorable character dynamics have made it a beloved, influential entry in the genre.