Books by Rumiko Takahashi

Rumiko Takahashi is one of Japan's most celebrated manga creators, renowned for her distinctive blend of humour, romance, and supernatural adventure. Her storytelling combines sharply observed character dynamics with imaginative fantasy, appealing to readers across generations and cultures. From early comedic works to sprawling epics, her art and narrative style have helped define modern manga.

Across her prolific career, Takahashi has created enduring series that continue to influence both manga and anime worldwide. Her work is instantly recognisable for its expressive artwork, deft pacing, and heartfelt exploration of human relationships. Beloved by fans and critics alike, she remains a cornerstone of contemporary Japanese storytelling and a perennial favourite on bookshelves around the world.

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  • RIN-NE, Vol. 35

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc RIN-NE, Vol. 35

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    Book SynopsisManga legend Rumiko Takahashi’s lighthearted tale of a girl who can see ghosts and a boy from the beyond.After a mysterious encounter in her childhood, Sakura Mamiya gained the power to see ghosts. Now a teenager, she just wishes the ghosts would leave her alone! Then one day she meets Rinne Rokudo, a boy who is far more than what he seems.Rinne takes a plant-sitting job, but it turns out the spirit-purifying tree he’s responsible for is far more powerful than it seems. Sakura Mamiya, the cool-headed half of the duo, gets snagged in the arboreal drama, and, as usual, Rinne’s moneymaking scheme ends in paranormal high jinks!

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    £7.99

  • RIN-NE, Vol. 36

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc RIN-NE, Vol. 36

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisManga legend Rumiko Takahashi’s lighthearted tale of a girl who can see ghosts and a boy from the beyond.After a mysterious encounter in her childhood, Sakura Mamiya gained the power to see ghosts. Now a teenager, she just wishes the ghosts would leave her alone! Then one day she meets Rinne Rokudo, a boy who is far more than what he seems.Rinne’s cat Rokumon and the rest of the shinigami Black Cats by Contract have been summoned to a mysterious gathering. While their owners puzzle over their disappearance, the cats themselves have no idea what the purpose of the meeting is… Is a feline uprising on the horizon?

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • Mermaid Saga Collector's Edition, Vol. 1

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Mermaid Saga Collector's Edition, Vol. 1

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    Book SynopsisManga legend Rumiko Takahashi's classic horror series about mermaid flesh and immortality!They say that if one consumes mermaid flesh, one can attain immortality. Unfortunately, the more likely results include becoming horribly deformed or turning into a vicious monster! Even if one were to gain eternal life, however, is such an anomaly a lucky blessing or a terrible curse? Yuta became immortal when he unwittingly ate mermaid flesh, and now he seeks a way to become human again. Hundreds of years later, he encounters a volatile and determined young lady named Mana while searching for a mermaid. Could this mysterious woman hold the key to saving Yuta’s humanity?

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    £17.99

  • RIN-NE, Vol. 37

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc RIN-NE, Vol. 37

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    Book SynopsisManga legend Rumiko Takahashi’s lighthearted tale of a girl who can see ghosts and a boy from the beyond.After a mysterious encounter in her childhood, Sakura Mamiya gained the power to see ghosts. Now a teenager, she just wishes the ghosts would leave her alone! Then one day she meets Rinne Rokudo, a boy who is far more than what he seems.The disembodied spirit of Ayame Sakaki’s crush on Jumonji is becoming increasingly bold. Ayame resolves to get the stroppy spirit under control once and for all, but the spirit predicts her plans and gets Rinne involved in a star-crossed scheme!

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    £7.99

  • RIN-NE, Vol. 38

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc RIN-NE, Vol. 38

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    Book SynopsisManga legend Rumiko Takahashi’s lighthearted tale of a girl who can see ghosts and a boy from the beyond.After a mysterious encounter in her childhood, Sakura Mamiya gained the power to see ghosts. Now a teenager, she just wishes the ghosts would leave her alone! Then one day she meets Rinne Rokudo, a boy who is far more than what he seems.Anju finally musters the courage to get close to her crush, Matsugo (who’s got a not-so-secret thing for Rinne). Hoping to rid himself of the clingy Matsugo, Rinne conspires with Anju to turn their friendship into romance… But as usual, things don’t go as planned, and Rinne’s left to clean up the mess!

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    £7.99

  • Mao, Vol. 2

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Mao, Vol. 2

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    Book SynopsisExorcise your destiny in an era-spanning supernatural adventure from manga legend Rumiko Takahashi!When Nanoka is transported back in time to a supernatural early 20th century, she gets recruited by aloof exorcist Mao. What thread of fate connects them? Together, they seek answers...and kick some demon butt along the way!Nanoka, Mao, and his helper Otoya investigate the strange cult of Priestess Shoko in hopes of bringing her to justice, but cursed dolls and scrolls of eternal life may be more than they bargained for. Will the priestess’s doomsday prophecy come true? Back in the present, Nanoka and friend-zoned Shiraha do some historical research that uncovers a cataclysmic event yet to occur in Mao’s timeline. Then Mao’s curiosity gets him on the wrong side of a group of bloodsuckers and in need of a rescue by Nanoka—again!

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    £7.59

  • Mao, Vol. 3

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Mao, Vol. 3

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisExorcise your destiny in an era-spanning supernatural adventure from manga legend Rumiko Takahashi!When Nanoka is transported back in time to a supernatural early 20th century, she gets recruited by aloof exorcist Mao. What thread of fate connects them? Together, they seek answers...and kick some demon butt along the way!The battle rages on as Byoki tries to take over Mao’s body. Nanoka witnesses the accident that orphaned her unfold, and suspicion falls on her present-day guardians. Can her beloved grandfather and Uozumi be trusted? What about Mao, who has no memories of what he does in his hybrid form? Then, a former fellow apprentice to Mao's master attacks…with flaming heads! Was Mao really his master's golden child—or something else? Meanwhile, back in town, young women are disappearing. Who is the prime suspect?

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • RIN-NE, Vol. 39

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc RIN-NE, Vol. 39

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisManga legend Rumiko Takahashi’s lighthearted tale of a girl who can see ghosts and a boy from the beyond.After a mysterious encounter in her childhood, Sakura Mamiya gained the power to see ghosts. Now a teenager, she just wishes the ghosts would leave her alone! Then one day she meets Rinne Rokudo, a boy who is far more than what he seems.Rinne's Black Cat Rokumon spreads the rumor that Afterlife administrator Kain is interviewing for an arranged marriage. But it's fake news! Renge, who has a huge crush on Kain, hears the rumor and gets desperate!

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    £7.99

  • RIN-NE, Vol. 40

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc RIN-NE, Vol. 40

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    Book SynopsisManga legend Rumiko Takahashi’s lighthearted tale of a girl who can see ghosts and a boy from the beyond.After a mysterious encounter in her childhood, Sakura Mamiya gained the power to see ghosts. Now a teenager, she just wishes the ghosts would leave her alone! Then one day she meets Rinne Rokudo, a boy who is far more than what he seems.Rinne wins a day trip in an Afterlife lottery and asks Sakura Mamiya to join him. After some unfortunate surprises, the trip ends on a high note with matching bracelets for the pair...but those same bracelets will lead to a series of mishaps that neither of them could have anticipated!

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    £7.99

  • Mao, Vol. 4

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Mao, Vol. 4

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisExorcise your destiny in an era-spanning supernatural adventure from manga legend Rumiko Takahashi!When Nanoka is transported back in time to a supernatural early 20th century, she gets recruited by aloof exorcist Mao. What thread of fate connects them? Together, they seek answers...and kick some demon butt along the way!Mao is confronted by former fellow apprentices who should have died of old age long ago. What is the connection between them and cat demon Byoki? After a major battle, Nanoka returns to the present upset that Mao doesn’t seem to care about her. Then, when someone steals the source of Mao’s life, can Nanoka save him from a natural death...?

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Mao, Vol. 5

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Mao, Vol. 5

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisExorcise your destiny in an era-spanning supernatural adventure from manga legend Rumiko Takahashi!When Nanoka is transported back in time to a supernatural early 20th century, she gets recruited by aloof exorcist Mao. What thread of fate connects them? Together, they seek answers...and kick some demon butt along the way!While Shiranui and his minions pursue Mao in the Taisho era, the cat demon Byoki stalks Nanoka in the present day. Meanwhile, a mysterious woman is spreading strange rumors around old Kyoto. Who is she really? Then, a stranger armed with powerful spells and mechanical weapons appears and sets his sights on a particular target…

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Mao, Vol. 6

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Mao, Vol. 6

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisExorcise your destiny in an era-spanning supernatural adventure from manga legend Rumiko Takahashi!When Nanoka is transported back in time to a supernatural early 20th century, she gets recruited by aloof exorcist Mao. What thread of fate connects them? Together, they seek answers...and kick some demon butt along the way!The reason for Shiranui’s bitter grudge against Mao is revealed. And now he demands that Mao give him the Taizanfukun spell, which has the power to control life spans. But Shiranui isn’t the only one who wants it! Then, when the gang floats theories about the origin of Byoki and his powers, Nanoka recruits Shiraha again to help with her research in the present day. Will Shiraha’s crush on Nanoka ever be requited, or does she only have cat eyes for Mao? Plus, the attack that left the scar under Mao’s eye!

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon, Vol. 2

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon, Vol. 2

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe beloved fantasy adventure Inuyasha continues with the next generation of demon hunters!Can the three teenage daughters of demon dog half-brothers Inuyasha and Sesshomaru save their parents, themselves, and both realms from the menace of the seven mystical Rainbow Pearls?First stop, Demon Slayers’ Village, where the trio joins forces with old friends and frenemies of Inuyasha—Kohaku, Sango, Miroku, and Koga! Plus, Miroku tells the tale of meeting Sesshomaru’s flunky Jaken after the fateful day when the twins were separated. Then, while Towa receives a surprising new weapon to train with, Moroha reunites with her former mentor Yawaragi, who strong-armed her into becoming a bounty hounter. And all three girls discover they harbor something inside them that draws enemies to them like moths to a flame—including the fearsome Four Perils! Uh-oh…

    5 in stock

    £7.59

  • Mao, Vol. 12

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Mao, Vol. 12

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisExorcise your destiny in an era-spanning supernatural adventure from manga legend Rumiko Takahashi!When Nanoka is transported back in time to a supernatural early 20th century, she gets recruited by aloof exorcist Mao. What thread of fate connects them? Together, they seek answers...and kick some demon butt along the way!Our friends ponder if past abuse explains or justifies bad behavior in the present. A battle against Renji and Mei raises another conundrum—is Nanoka’s sword, Akanemaru, an asset or a liability? Then, two thieves are pulled into a mysterious bag by a disembodied hand! Is it the last body part Natsuna has been searching for? Plus, the return of Byoki the cat demon…

    5 in stock

    £7.59

  • Mao, Vol. 13

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Mao, Vol. 13

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisExorcise your destiny in an era-spanning supernatural adventure from manga legend Rumiko Takahashi!When Nanoka is transported back in time to a supernatural early 20th century, she gets recruited by aloof exorcist Mao. What thread of fate connects them? Together, they seek answers...and kick some demon butt along the way!One of our friends confesses to setting the Goko clan treasure house on fire centuries ago. But why did they do it? Then, Mao has a revelation about Byoki the cat demon, the gang takes on a corrupt polluting industrialist, and Mei, the guardian of the Garden of Longevity, reveals new facets to her personality. Plus, a mysterious water wielder appears—whose side is he on?

    10 in stock

    £7.59

  • Mao, Vol. 14

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Mao, Vol. 14

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisExorcise your destiny in an era-spanning supernatural adventure from manga legend Rumiko Takahashi!When Nanoka is transported back in time to a supernatural early 20th century, she gets recruited by aloof exorcist Mao. What thread of fate connects them? Together, they seek answers...and kick some demon butt along the way!Nanoka continues to make progress controlling her sword, Akanemaru, but when Mao’s life is on the line, will it be enough? Then, our friends come between a pair of jealous sisters. Don’t they know it’s dangerous to interfere with a domestic dispute? Plus, an ambiguous hug followed by an unofficial date…at the public baths?!

    5 in stock

    £7.59

  • Mao Vol. 15

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Mao Vol. 15

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisExorcise your destiny in an era-spanning supernatural adventure from manga legend Rumiko Takahashi!When Nanoka is transported back in time to a supernatural early 20th century, she gets recruited by aloof exorcist Mao. What thread of fate connects them? Together, they seek answers...and kick some demon butt along the way!Just when it seems that the mystery of Sana’s death has been solved, surprising details come to light that change everything. The identity of the zombie body that Byoki revived is finally revealed. Then, the gang helps Kamon investigate the peril that befalls his fiancée and tracks the dissemination of his creation, the Seed of Haku.

    1 in stock

    £8.54

  • Mao Vol. 16

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Mao Vol. 16

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisExorcise your destiny in an era-spanning supernatural adventure from manga legend Rumiko Takahashi!When Nanoka is transported back in time to a supernatural early 20th century, she gets recruited by aloof exorcist Mao. What thread of fate connects them? Together, they seek answers...and kick some demon butt along the way!Mao desperately tries to connect with his newly resurrected best friend, but the Goko clan has other plans for Daigo’s zombie body. Then, the gang is tasked with finding a missing little girl. Their search leads them to a mysterious new curse clan led by a fire-wielding princess with an unscrupulous past and an evil agenda…

    2 in stock

    £8.54

  • Mao Vol. 21

    Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Mao Vol. 21

    7 in stock

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    7 in stock

    £8.54

  • The Art of Rumiko Takahashi Colors 19782024

    VIZ Media LLC The Art of Rumiko Takahashi Colors 19782024

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    Book SynopsisA deluxe art book featuring the original art from renowned manga artist Rumiko Takahashi's most popular series, including Urusei Yatsura, Maison Ikkoku, Ranma , Inuyasha, RIN-NE, and Mao.For over forty-five years, Rumiko Takahashi has thrilled readers with her versatile storytelling in such works as Urusei Yatsura, Maison Ikkoku, Ranma , Inuyasha, RIN-NE, and Mao. This deluxe art book is presented in its original right-to-left format and shows off Takahashi's original drawings in gorgeous detail, highlighting the original colors and typesetting. This book features commentary, anecdotes, and a long-form interview with Takahashi in which she provides readers with insight into her process. Also included are a ribbon bookmark, an exclusive drawing of Lum from Urusei Yatsura showing each phase from sketch to final art, and special sections in which Takahashi picks her favorite panels from her series. This unique look into the mind of a creative master is sure to inspire readers, artists, and fans all over the world.

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    £40.50

  • Egmont Manga Mermaid Saga Luxury Edition

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    3 in stock

    £27.20

  • Egmont Manga Ranma 12 new edition 02

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    £11.40

  • Egmont Manga Ranma 12 new edition 03

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  • Egmont Manga Ranma 12 new edition 04

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    3 in stock

    £11.40

  • Egmont Manga Ranma 12 new edition 12

    7 in stock

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    7 in stock

    £11.40

  • Egmont Manga Kyokai no RINNE Bundle 3436

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    £21.59

  • Egmont Manga Kyokai no RINNE Bundle 3740

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    1 in stock

    £28.79

  • Egmont Manga Ranma 12 new edition 09

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    3 in stock

    £11.40

  • Egmont Manga Ranma 12 new edition 10

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  • Egmont Manga Ranma 12 new edition 14

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  • Egmont Manga Ranma 12 new edition 15

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    15 in stock

    £11.40

  • Egmont Manga Ranma 12 new edition 17

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £11.40

  • Egmont Manga Ranma 12 new edition 18

    7 in stock

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    7 in stock

    £11.40

  • Egmont Manga Ranma 12 new edition 19

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    £11.40

  • Egmont Manga Kyokai no RINNE 26

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    £8.07

  • Egmont Manga Takahashi R Inu Yasha New Edition 02

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    £16.20

  • Egmont Manga Inu Yasha New Edition 05

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £16.20

  • Egmont Manga Inu Yasha New Edition 07

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £16.20

  • Egmont Manga Inu Yasha New Edition 09

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    2 in stock

    £16.20

  • Egmont Manga Inu Yasha New Edition 10

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    2 in stock

    £16.20

  • Egmont Manga Inu Yasha New Edition 11

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £16.20

  • Egmont Manga Inu Yasha New Edition 12

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £16.20

  • Egmont Manga Inu Yasha New Edition 13

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £16.20

  • Egmont Manga Inu Yasha New Edition 14

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £16.20

  • Egmont Manga Takahashi R Inu Yasha New Edition 15

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    1 in stock

    £16.20

  • Egmont Manga Inu Yasha New Edition 16

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  • Egmont Manga Inu Yasha New Edition 17

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    3 in stock

    £16.20

  • Egmont Manga Inu Yasha New Edition 18

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £16.20

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