Nana
Viz · 2005–2010 · 21 issues
About the series
In her celebrated manga Nana (2005–2010, Viz), writer-artist Aï Yazawa crafts a poignant, rock-and-roll-infused drama about two young women named Nana—one a punk vocalist chasing stardom, the other a sweet romantic seeking love—who meet on a train to Tokyo and become roommates. Their intertwined lives, set against the city's vibrant music scene, explore themes of ambition, friendship, and heartbreak with unflinching honesty. This 21-issue series, with additional writing contributions from Allison Wolfe and Koji Goto, stands as a defining work of shojo manga, beloved for its complex characters and emotional depth.