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A romantic comedy martial arts manga by Rumiko Takahashi. The innovative gender-switching premise gained immense popularity in Europe, particularly France.

A shojo manga by Natsuki Takaya. One of the most beloved works among Western shojo fans for its deep psychological portrayal of a girl and a zodiac-cursed family.

A magical girl manga by CLAMP that transcended the shojo genre with beautiful art and diverse portrayals of love. A key work in spreading Japanese shojo culture internationally.

A landmark historical manga by Riyoko Ikeda set in pre-revolutionary France at the Palace of Versailles. It follows Oscar Francois de Jarjayes, a woman raised as a man to serve as commander of the Royal Guard, alongside the tragic Marie Antoinette. Since its 1972 serialization, it revolutionized the shojo manga genre by introducing complex political narratives, gender fluidity themes, and historical drama to a female readership. The Takarazuka Revue's stage adaptation became one of their most legendary and frequently revived productions, running for decades. The series achieved enormous popularity in France, Italy, and across Europe, making it one of the earliest Japanese manga to gain significant international recognition outside Asia.

A hugely popular manga by Takahashi Rumiko that began in 1987. It follows martial artist Ranma, cursed to randomly transform into a girl, navigating everyday comedic romance situations. Its innovative premise and compelling characters made it a hit in both manga and anime form, becoming Takahashi's most recognized work internationally.

A manga serialized in Weekly Shonen Sunday by Rumiko Takahashi. A romantic comedy centered on Ranma Saotome, a martial artist cursed to transform into a woman, and the chaos he creates. Its creative premise, character charm, and comedic sensibility have made it a beloved classic.