Read the works of Ms. Ryoko Kui, creator of “Delicious in Dungeon”

Ryouko Kui-sensei: The Creator of the Popular Anime Adaptation “Delicious in Dungeon”

The anime adaptation of Delicious in Dungeon was excellent! Even those who read the original manga beforehand could thoroughly enjoy it.
Personally, I loved the trials of Marcille.
Additionally, the latter half featured a lot of animation that was characteristic of Trigger, which was also enjoyable.

Delicious in Dungeon, which concluded at the end of 2023 amidst great popularity, is Ryouko Kui-sensei’s first long-form work.

Ryouko Kui-sensei: An Acclaimed Short Story Manga Artist

Ryouko Kui-sensei originally started as a doujinshi artist.
Later, she debuted in 2011 with “The Dragon’s School is on the Top of the Mountain: Ryouko Kui Works”.
In 2013, she received the Excellence Award in the Manga Division of the 17th Japan Media Arts Festival for “Terrarium in Drawer” and ranked 7th in “This Manga is Amazing! 2014” (Takarajimasha).

Then, in 2014, she began her first long-form series, “Delicious in Dungeon” Delicious in Dungeon has won awards such as “This Manga is Amazing! 2016,” “THE BEST MANGA You Should Read 2016,” and “Recommended Comics Selected by Nationwide Bookstore Employees 2016.”

The serialization magazine, “Beam Comics,” and later “Harta,” are slightly more niche compared to magazines like “Shonen Jump,” which gives it the impression of being a “manga known by manga enthusiasts.”

The original manga of “Delicious in Dungeon” concluded with the 14th volume released at the end of 2023.
We look forward to Ryouko Kui-sensei’s future endeavors!

Introducing Ryouko Kui-sensei’s Works!

The Dragon’s School is on the Top of the Mountain: Ryouko Kui Works

Ryouko Kui-sensei’s first commercial work.
It includes nine short stories of varying lengths (10 to 50 pages) and an afterword manga, making a total of ten works.
Each story is interesting and showcases an impressive level of consistency for a first commercial publication.

From fairy-tale-like stories to sci-fi, a wide range of genres can be read, making it a non-boring collection.
Personally, I like the fairy-tale-like story “Searching for the Bride of Daisuke Yama.”

Ryouko Kui Works: Seven Little Dragons

Released in 2012, this is Ryouko Kui-sensei’s second short story collection.
It contains seven stories, one of which can be previewed on the official page.(only in Japanese)

Like the first work, it features stories from a wide range of genres depicted in various art styles.
Compared to the first work, this collection contains more stories with unpredictable endings.

I was particularly taken aback by the sudden start of an imaginative parenting manga.

Terrarium in Drawer

This short story collection was released in 2013.
It won the Excellence Award in the Manga Division of the Japan Media Arts Festival and ranked 7th in the “Men’s Edition” of “This Manga is Amazing! 2014.”

It contains 33 short manga stories, each ranging from a few pages to about ten pages at most.
Compared to the other two short story collections, this one features shorter stories.

Each story is short but impactful, providing great satisfaction!

Some works from “Terrarium in Drawer” are available on the MATOGROSSO web media.(only in Japanese)

If You Are a Fan of “Delicious in Dungeon,” Check Out the Sketchbook and Adventurer’s Bible

After releasing her short story collections, Ryouko Kui-sensei began the serialization of “Delicious in Dungeon” in 2014.

Delicious in Dungeon

The first season of the anime ended with a “to be continued,” but the original manga was completed by the end of 2023.
For those who can’t wait for the second season, be sure to read the original manga.

Ryouko Kui Sketchbook: Daydream Hour

This full-color official fanbook was released in January 2024 after the completion of “Delicious in Dungeon”.
It includes setting sketches, mini-manga, and illustrations.
It provides deeper insights into the story’s settings, making it a must-have for fans of “Delicious in Dungeon.”

Delicious in Dungeon World Guide: Adventurer’s Bible Complete Edition

This official fanbook, released in February 2024, adds previously unpublished manga and secret setting materials by the author to the “Delicious in Dungeon World Guide: Adventurer’s Bible” released in 2021.
It also includes illustrations that were only published in magazines, making it a delightful addition for those who follow the tankobon.