Goodnight Punpun, Vol. 7

Inio Asano’s illustrations become more surreal and intense — do readers think this visual shift enhances the emotional impact or distracts from the story?

The depiction of mental health and identity felt so raw — was it relatable or a bit too heavy for some readers? How did others connect with Punpun’s struggles?

The series has always been intense, but this volume feels especially bleak. I wonder what inspired the author to take the story this way and how it might reflect his creative intentions.