うさぎドロップ [Usagi Doroppu] [Bunny Drop]

A tender and quietly profound slice-of-life manga from Shodensha, Bunny Drop follows a single man who unexpectedly becomes the guardian of a young girl, exploring the messy, rewarding realities of unconventional family. Running from 2006 to 2012 across 10 issues, the series is most associated with its creator's gentle, observant storytelling and nuanced character work. It matters for its warm, unflinching look at parenthood and the bonds that form outside traditional structures, earning a devoted readership for its emotional authenticity.