わたしは真悟 [Watashi wa Shingo]

In 1995 and 1996, Shogakukan published Watashi wa Shingo, a six-issue dramatic science-fiction series. This short but intense story explores the emotional and philosophical implications of artificial intelligence, focusing on a sentient robot named Shingo and its complex relationship with a young boy. The series is most closely associated with its creator, who crafted a deeply human and melancholic tale of consciousness and connection. Watashi wa Shingo stands as a poignant, lesser-known gem of 1990s manga, offering a thoughtful counterpoint to more action-driven robot stories.