Hotaru

In the early 2010s, Dargaud published Hotaru, a 15-issue comics series that blended slice-of-life drama with a touch of the fantastic, following a young woman's quiet search for belonging in contemporary Japan. Best known for the work of writer and artist Yann, the series earned a reputation for its atmospheric art and understated storytelling. Though its run was brief, Hotaru stands as a distinctive, character-driven work that explores themes of isolation and connection with a gentle, meditative tone.