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These titles are often cited as “must-read/watch” for artistic or narrative merit.

| Title | Medium | Notable Achievements | |-------|--------|----------------------| | Monster | Manga (anime adaptation) | Psychological drama about a doctor chasing a serial killer he saved. Slow-burn, realistic, morally complex. | | Vinland Saga | Manga (anime ongoing) | Viking historical epic evolving from revenge tale to philosophical exploration of peace and violence. | | March Comes in Like a Lion (3-gatsu no Lion) | Anime & Manga | Poignant depiction of depression, found family, and professional shogi. Stunning visual metaphors. | | Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind | Manga (also film) | Hayao Miyazaki’s epic ecological fantasy – the manga is darker and more expansive than the famous film. | tiohentaicon exclusive

9. Death Note

10. Monster

For some attendees, the con was a launching point. One small studio reported that feedback gathered at Tiohentaicon led them to iterate a game's UI, which later helped them secure a publisher pitch. Artists who sold prints at the con often saw a noticeable boost in commissions afterward, and several collaborative zines produced during the weekend went on to wider distribution online. These titles are often cited as “must-read/watch” for

Locally, the con brought modest but welcome revenue to nearby cafes and hotels. Organizers tracked expenses carefully and reinvested surplus into future accessibility improvements and guest stipends. For some attendees