About this episode
In the nostalgic labyrinth of Kowloon Walled City, realtor Reiko Kujirai stands out as a woman hungry for change in a place clinging to the past. Her colleague Hajime Kudou—stubborn, traditional, and oddly charming—represents everything she's trying to leave behind. As these opposites find themselves increasingly drawn together, something mysterious lurks beneath their budding connection, a secret that could make their romance impossible. Join Mat and special guest Georgie (aka Mainly.Manga ) as they get into the first volume of Jun Mayuzuki's masterpiece— which may very well be the most captivating Vol.1 featured on the show so far! In this spoiler-filled deep dive of the first volume, they uncover: • The breathtaking cinematic techniques that transform Kowloon from setting to character • How subtle sci-fi elements create layers of intrigue beneath the romance • The provocative content that earned this manga its shrink-wrapping. • How it stacks up against Mayuzuki's other work: After The Rain. Whether you're already enchanted by Mayuzuki's world thanks to the new Anime or just curious about this critically-acclaimed series, this episode promises to enhance your appreciation of this uniquely atmospheric love story set in a reimagined piece of history. Thanks to Juliano Zucareli for our theme music! Find us on: X: Manga Tak Pod Bluesky: Manga Tak Pod Instagram: Manga Tak Pod