Cover of first Volume
MAO (マオ) is a Japanese manga written and illustrated by Rumiko Takahashi (author of Urusei Yatsura, Maison Ikkoku, Ranma ½, Rumic World, Inuyasha and Rin-ne).
Production[]
Mao began serialization on May 8, 2019 in Shogakukan's Weekly Shōnen Sunday manga magazine, following nearly a year and a half after she wrapped up her fifth major manga series, Kyōkai no Rinne.
Plot[]
Nanoka Kiba is a female high school student who 8 years ago escaped a near-death experience through mysterious circumstances. One day, she again finds herself involved in dangerous supernatural events by passing through a gate that transports her to the Taisho Era. Here, she meets the mysterious Mao—an exorcist who searches for a byōki, a dangerous creature who may connect the two in ways unforeseen.
Style[]
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Comparison to Other Rumiko Takahashi Works[]
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English Translation[]
In February 2021, Viz Media announced that they licensed the series for English release in North America and the first volume will be published in fall 2021.
Gallery[]
Shonen Sunday Covers[]
