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Yukinobu Tatsu
Yukinobu Tatsu is the creator of the manga series Dandadan. His work combines action and comedy elements across the nine volumes currently available.
Dandadan, Vol. 1
Synopsis
Volume 1 of Yukinobu Tatsu's smash-hit Shonen Jump+ series launches the ghosts-versus-aliens premise that defines Dandadan. When cheerful Momo Ayase and timid occult nerd Okarun bet over whether the supernatural or extraterrestrials are real, both are proven right in the worst way, she gains psychic powers after an alien abduction, and he is cursed by the fearsome Turbo Granny.
The opening volume pairs breakneck supernatural action with irreverent humor and the first sparks of a slow-burn romance, introducing Turbo Granny, the Serpo aliens, and Momo's medium grandmother.
Genres
Characters
Momo AyaseProtagonist
Bold, popular high-schooler and granddaughter of a spirit medium. Believes in ghosts; gains psychic powers after an alien encounter.
Ken 'Okarun' TakakuraProtagonist
Shy occult otaku who believes in aliens. Cursed by Turbo Granny, he channels her superhuman speed when he removes his glasses.
Turbo GrannyAntagonist
A fast, malevolent yokai of a cursed tunnel who curses Okarun and binds her power to him.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an anime adaptation of this series?
Yes, an anime television series produced by Science SARU began airing in 2024 and has since continued with multiple seasons.
Does this volume stand alone or is it part of a larger story?
This is the first volume of an ongoing manga series that continues to release new chapters and collected volumes regularly.