Nana, Vol. 1(2000)

Ai Yazawa

An all-time best-selling shojo title, Nana offers an exhilarating glimpse into Japan's underground punk scene

Nana revolves around two 20-year-old women, both named Nana. One Nana, Nana Komatsu, flees to Tokyo after an emotionally devastating affair with an older, married man, hoping for a fresh start. Nana Osaki, on the other hand, a high school dropout, arrives in the city at the same time, chasing her dreams of becoming a punk rock star. Despite their contrasting backgrounds, the two Nanas quickly bond together, navigating a whirlwind life of sex, music, fashion, and nightlife.