Twin Spica
Vertical · 2010–2012 · 12 issues
About the series
Kou Yaginuma's Twin Spica (2010–2012, Vertical) follows a young girl named Asumi as she pursues her dream of becoming an astronaut, navigating the rigorous training and personal challenges of a Japanese space program. Translated by Maya Rosewood, this gentle, character-driven series blends slice-of-life storytelling with a heartfelt exploration of ambition, loss, and friendship. Yaginuma's soft, expressive artwork grounds the science-fiction premise in a deeply human experience, making it a quietly resonant work about reaching for the stars.