My Neighbor Yokai, Volume 2 (The Manga): Secrets and Impostors

In this cozy town, cats can talk and your neigbors are magical creatures. Welcome to My Neighbor Yokai, the manga series that inspired a hit anime, available in English for the first time!

Buchio is a normal cat—until he grows a second tail and becomes a yokai, a magical creature from Japanese folklore. Now he's learning how to live in a world full of spirits, with help from Yuri, a grumpy but kind fox yokai who knows all the rules.

But after Buchio and Yuri have a falling-out, everything changes. When Buchio goes to apologize, he finds his teacher replaced with a strange imposter. Where did Yuri go—and can Buchio fix their friendship before it’s too late? This cozy, magical story is full of heart, humor, and adventure.

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