Kokufu Kyoudan

A haunting dark fantasy debut from Harta’s acclaimed catalogue… witchcraft, mirrors, and memory intertwine in a supernatural mystery where every reflection hides a truth waiting to be uncovered. In a world where mirrors are more than simple reflections, they serve as gateways to something far more dangerous. A young girl’s quiet life begins to fracture when she encounters a mysterious witch, one who doesn’t just see through mirrors, but manipulates what lies within them. As strange occurrences ripple through her town, reality itself seems to blur, and the line between memory and illusion becomes dangerously thin. Each reflection reveals fragments of hidden truths: forgotten pasts, suppressed desires, and unsettling possibilities. But the deeper she is drawn into this mirrored world, the more she risks losing her sense of self entirely. Created by Togawa Yonan, this debut volume showcases a distinctive voice emerging from the prestigious Harta manga catalogue, known for nurturing atmospheric, auteur-driven storytelling. With delicate artwork and an unsettling tone, Black Witch Mirror Vol. 1 offers a slow-burning descent into psychological fantasy, where every page invites readers to question what is real, and what is merely reflected. (Source: Penguin Random House) Note: An initial three-chapter serialization ended on April 14, 2023. A new serialization, restarting from chapter 1, started on October 2, 2023.