Love in the Hell / Любовь в Аду / Jigokuren

"Manga Love in the Hell" is a story that delves into the afterlife and explores the concept of love in a hellish setting. The protagonist, Rintaro Sankawa, finds himself in the depths of hell after his untimely death at the age of 27, due to excessive drinking. Rather than being met with eternal damnation, Rintaro is surprised to discover that hell is not what he expected. Instead of fire and brimstone, he is confronted with a twisted and dark version of the mundane world he once knew. In this hell, demons roam freely, and punishment and torment are the norms. However, Rintaro's time in hell takes an unexpected turn when he is assigned a demon-girl named Koyori as his caretaker. Koyori takes on the task of Rintaro's "rehabilitation" and guides him through the complex and treacherous landscape of the underworld. Throughout their journey, Rintaro must confront his own past actions and the consequences they have had on others. As the story progresses, Rintaro finds himself intertwined in a web of relationships and encounters various other souls who have also met their demise. Each character has their own tragic backstory, and Rintaro must navigate these personal struggles while also coming to terms with his own guilt and regrets. The manga explores the themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the complexities of human emotions. It delves into the idea that even in the afterlife, love can exist and provide solace in the most unexpected places. "Love in the Hell" was followed by a sequel manga called "Jigokukoi. Death Life" in 2015, which continues the story from where the previous manga left off. In this sequel, Rintaro and Koyori's journey through hell intensifies as they face even greater challenges and confront their own personal demons. Overall, "Love in the Hell" is a unique and thought-provoking manga that takes readers on a captivating journey through the afterlife. It combines elements of fantasy, romance, and horror to create a compelling narrative that challenges traditional notions of heaven and hell.