人魚姫殿 [Ningyo-hime-dono / Princess Mermaid]

A single, self-contained 2001 one-shot from Bunkasha, 人魚姫殿 (Princess Mermaid) is a standalone manga that reimagines the classic mermaid fairy tale through a uniquely Japanese lens. While its creator remains a singular voice in this brief publication, the story distills the themes of love, sacrifice, and identity into a compact, emotionally resonant narrative. It stands as a quiet, poignant footnote in the vast landscape of fairy-tale adaptations, offering a complete tale in a single issue.