A series of short stories by Rumiko Takahasi (see Ranma ½, InuYasha, Maisson Ikokku) that centers on the quaint, traditional, and even strange situations of individuals living in Japan. Each episode centers on a completely new cast of characters as they deal with the cards that life dealt them, varying from comedy to drama, from romance to horror. This series is also known as Rumiko Takahashi Anthology.