My Neighbor Yokai, Volume 1 (The Manga): A Cat with Two Tails

Yokai, Japanese creatures of myth, come to life in this cozy series following a talking cat and his neighborhood friends. Printed in English for the first time, this is the series that inspired a hit anime!

Welcome to a town where people and yokai, spirits and monsters, live together in harmony! When Buchio the cat suddenly becomes a talking cat spirit, he decides to learn more about the yokai that are his neighbors and master his new powers.

Meanwhile, gradeschooler Mutsumi begins training to help at the local shrine. It's not easy, but it doesn't hurt that it means she gets to spend a little more time with her neighbor Jiro, the kind crow-man who performes rituals at the shrine.

As Buchio and Mutsumi leanr more about their town they discover not all Yokai are nice. One might even be connected to Mutsumi's missing father...

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs