This manga kicks off with Yato, a minor, almost-forgotten god who dreams of building a shrine and being worshipped—but right now, he’s scraping by doing odd jobs for five yen at a time. He’s eccentric, unpredictable, and surprisingly lonely, wandering the human world with his sword, Yukine, who’s more than he seems. The story picks up when Yato encounters Hiyori, a girl whose spirit keeps slipping out of her body after a near-accident. Pulled into Yato’s chaotic world, Hiyori becomes a bridge between gods, humans, and phantoms. The first volume sets up the blend of humor, action, and heartfelt moments that define the series, showing how Yato’s ambition and awkward charm collide with the supernatural—and hinting at darker threats lurking just beyond the comedic surface.
