Mysterious Girlfriend X
Vertical · 2016–2017 · 6 issues
About the series
A curious and quietly surreal romance, Mysterious Girlfriend X follows the strange bond between high school student Akira Tsubaki and the enigmatic transfer student Mikoto Urabe, whose relationship begins with her sharing her saliva with him. Published by Vertical in a six-issue run from 2016 to 2017, this English-language release collects the acclaimed manga series by Riichi Ueshiba, known for its offbeat premise and tender exploration of intimacy. The series matters for its distinctive, atmospheric storytelling that blends the mundane with the bizarre, making it a cult favorite among fans of unconventional love stories.