Kokkoku

Kokkoku: Moment by Moment is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Seita Horio. It was serialized in Kodansha's Monthly Morning Two magazine from 2008 to 2014, with a total of 8 tankōbon volumes. The story centers around Juri Yukawa, who discovers her family's secret ability to stop time when her brother and nephew are kidnapped. To rescue them, Juri, her father, and grandfather enter a world where time is frozen, called “Stasis”. They soon realize that there are others who can move in this frozen world, along with strange grotesque monsters. As they navigate this world, they uncover the secrets of Stasis and their family's past. An anime adaptation of the manga, produced by Geno Studio, aired from January to March 2018, consisting of 12 episodes. Directed by Yoshimitsu Ohashi, with Noboru Kimura as the series composer, the anime was exclusively streamed worldwide by Amazon Video. Kokkoku is known for its blend of sci-fi, suspense, and supernatural elements, featuring a unique world and engaging storyline.