Sakura Taisen

In the early 2000s, Tokyopop brought the steampunk stage combat of Sakura Taisen to Western comics, adapting the beloved Japanese media franchise into a seven-issue series. Written by original creator Ohji Hiroi alongside Yuko Fukami and Lillian Diaz-Przybyl, with art by Ikku Masa, this run captures the Imperial Assault Force's blend of theatrical performance and mecha warfare against demonic threats. A vibrant entry point for new readers, it distills the charm and high-stakes drama of the franchise into a concise, action-packed comic experience.