空母いぶき [Kuubo Ibuki]

A taut military-political thriller from Shogakukan, Kuubo Ibuki (2015–2020) follows the crew of Japan's first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier as it navigates a volatile standoff with a foreign power. Written and illustrated by Kaiji Kawaguchi, the series grounds its high-stakes naval action in realistic geopolitical tension and the ethical dilemmas of modern warfare. This 13-issue run is notable for its meticulous technical detail and its unflinching examination of Japan's post-WWII military identity.