Phoenix (Hi no Tori)

"Phoenix" (Hi no Tori) is a groundbreaking manga by Osamu Tezuka that examines themes of existence, human nature, and the cycle of life and death through interconnected stories spanning different eras and cultures. Portraying characters like immortals, gods, and ordinary people, the series explores spiritual and philosophical questions about the meaning of life, renewal, and the moral choices individuals face. Its art and storytelling are innovative, blending myth, history, and futurism to provoke thought on the human condition and our search for understanding across ages.