A guide to the manga series and related television programs profiles the characters, provides background on the mystical jewel at the center of the tale, lists battles, presents a portrait of the author, and offers other details.

Featuring cell art and paintings from the popular time-traveling horror/action anime series seen on Cartoon Network, this volume offers fans page after page of full-color designs, plus character profiles, watercolors from the manga covers, and much more.

Historical action and romance from one of Japan’s most beloved creators! L to R (Western Style). The Fate of a Sword Inuyasha must defend himself against the corrupted human Tonshu, who turns out to be responsible for the creation of the mysterious sword known as Dakki. Tonshu is intent on taking Inuyasha's sword, the mighty Testsusaiga, and Dakki's unique properties pose a serious threat to Tetsusaiga. If Inuyasha loses this battle then the Tetsusaiga will be gone for good. Historical Action And Romance From One of Japan's Most Beloved Creators Kagome is a modern Japanese high school girl. Never the type to believe in myths and legends, her world view dramatically changes when, one day, she's pulled out of her own time and into another! There, in Japan's ancient past, Kagome discovers more than a few of those dusty old legends are true, and that her destiny is linked to one legendary creature in particular--the dog-like half-demon called Inuyasha! That same trick of fate also ties them both to the Shikon Jewel, or "Jewel of Four Souls." But demons beware...the smallest shard of the Shikon Jewel can give the user unimaginable power.

Living in the present day isn’t easy for Sesshomaru’s daughter Towa. She can’t remember where she came from, must conceal her mysterious powers, and is either worshipped or feared by girls she just wants to be friends with. But she has no way of returning to her own time until one day...a demon attacks and she is transported to feudal-era Japan. There Towa, her twin sister Setsuma, and her cousin Moroha—Inuyasha’s daughter—have a mission bestowed upon them by the mystical Tree of Ages. With only vague memories of their past to guide them, the three young women set out to find their parents, heal a rift in time, and fulfill their royal destiny... -- VIZ Media

Here it is, the ultimate source guide for fans of Inuyasha, the best-selling manga series from Rumiko Takahashi. Collected in one handy 280-page volume is everything you need to know about Kagome, Inuyasha and the Shikon Jewel. Every character, every plot twist, and every thrilling moment of this popular historical fantasy is presented in a clear and comprehensive manner. And there's more! Along with all the stunning artwork and historical facts, this profiles book features comments from Takahashi on every aspect of her creative process. The manga superstar even sits down for an eight-page Inuyasha interview at the back of the book. In a word: Wow!

Historical Action And Romance From One of Japan's Most Beloved Creators Kagome is a modern Japanese high school girl. Never the type to believe in myths and legends, her world view dramatically changes when, one day, she's pulled out of her own time and into another! There, in Japan's ancient past, Kagome discovers more than a few of those dusty old legends are true, and that her destiny is linked to one legendary creature in particular--the dog-like half-demon called Inuyasha! That same trick of fate also ties them both to the Shikon Jewel, or "Jewel of Four Souls." But demons beware...the smallest shard of the Shikon Jewel can give the user unimaginable power.

Yoshimmori Sumimura is a "kekkaishi"-- a demon hunter who specializes in creating magical barriers around his prey--by night, but by day, he is a junior high student with some other demons to battle: an addiction to sweets and a seriously crotchety grandfather!