Yozakura Quartet #21

Yozakura Quartet, written and illustrated by Suzuhito Yasuda, began serialization in Kodansha's Monthly Shonen Sirius in 2006. Volume 21 serves as a late-stage installment in this supernatural action series, which follows four teenagers with unique abilities who protect the town of Sakurashin from otherworldly threats. By the time this volume was released, the series had become well-regarded for its kinetic, stylized art style and the intricate world-building that blends folklore with contemporary urban fantasy elements.

Suzuhito Yasuda, known also for his character designs in video games and light novels, applied a distinct aesthetic to this series characterized by expressive character motion and detailed line work. Volume 21 continues the narrative trajectory established over years of publication, maintaining the series' reputation for balancing lighthearted character interactions with high-stakes battles. It remains a notable entry in the catalog of modern shonen manga, reflecting Yasuda's evolution as both a storyteller and a visual artist.