ノケモノたちの夜 [Nokemono-tachi no Yoru]

In this eight-issue manga series from Shogakukan (2019–2021), a young girl and a mysterious, monstrous being form an unlikely bond in a dark fantasy world. The story, known for its atmospheric art and emotional depth, explores themes of loneliness and companionship as the pair navigate a realm where humans and beasts coexist uneasily. A concise, hauntingly beautiful work from the creator best known for this series.