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xxxHOLiC [xxx ホリック] #8
xxxHOLiC, Vol. 8
Kimihiro Watanuki’s after-school job working for the mysterious witch Yûko Ishikawa has taken a dangerous turn. A recent assignment cost Kimihiro his right eye to a spider with a grudge. Now the missing eye has become the latest must-have item in the spirit world. Even the Zashiki-Warashi, the pretty spirit who has a crush on Kimihiro, has become entangled in the mess . . . and she’s being held captive by an unknown evil! Can Kimihiro save both the girl and his eye–without getting himself killed by beings more powerful than he can imagine?
Includes chapters 48-51
Includes chapters 48-51
192 pages, Paperback
First published February 16, 2006
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About the author
Clamp
750 books3,148 followersŌkawa Nanase 大川七瀬
[born: 2 May 1967; Ōsaka, bloodtype: A]
Mokona Apapa もこなあぱぱ
[born: 16 Jun 1968, Kyōto; bloodtype: A]
Nekoi Mick 猫井みっく
[born: 21 Jan 1969, Kyōto; bloodtype: O]
Igarashi Satsuki 五十嵐さつき
[born: 8 Feb 1969, Kyōto; bloodtype: A]
CLAMP originally began in 1989 as a twelve-member dōjinshi circle, but by 1990, the circle had diminished from twelve to seven. Of the remaining seven, Tamayo Akiyama, Sei Nanao, and Leeza Sei left the group during the production of the RG Veda manga. Other former members of CLAMP also included Soushi Hishika, O-Kyon, Kazue Nakamori, Yuzuru Inoue and Shinya Ōmi. Currently, there are four members in the group.
In 2004, CLAMP's 15th anniversary as a mangaka group, the members changed their names from Nanase Ohkawa, Mokona Apapa, Mick Nekoi, and Satsuki Igarashi to Ageha Ohkawa, Mokona, Tsubaki Nekoi and Satsuki Igarashi (her name is pronounced the same, but written with different characters) respectively. The August 2004 issue of Newtype USA, a magazine specializing in events of the anime and manga subcultures, reported that the members of CLAMP simply wanted to try out new names. In a later interview with Ohkawa, it was revealed that initially Mokona wanted to drop her surname because it sounded too immature for her liking, while Nekoi disliked people commenting that her name was the same as Mick Jagger's. Ohkawa and Igarashi, wanting to go with the flow of Nekoi's and Mokona's name changes, changed their names as well.
In 2006, they made their first USA public debut at Anime Expo in Anaheim, California. They were well received at the convention, with 6,000 fans in attendance at their panel.
[born: 2 May 1967; Ōsaka, bloodtype: A]
Mokona Apapa もこなあぱぱ
[born: 16 Jun 1968, Kyōto; bloodtype: A]
Nekoi Mick 猫井みっく
[born: 21 Jan 1969, Kyōto; bloodtype: O]
Igarashi Satsuki 五十嵐さつき
[born: 8 Feb 1969, Kyōto; bloodtype: A]
CLAMP originally began in 1989 as a twelve-member dōjinshi circle, but by 1990, the circle had diminished from twelve to seven. Of the remaining seven, Tamayo Akiyama, Sei Nanao, and Leeza Sei left the group during the production of the RG Veda manga. Other former members of CLAMP also included Soushi Hishika, O-Kyon, Kazue Nakamori, Yuzuru Inoue and Shinya Ōmi. Currently, there are four members in the group.
In 2004, CLAMP's 15th anniversary as a mangaka group, the members changed their names from Nanase Ohkawa, Mokona Apapa, Mick Nekoi, and Satsuki Igarashi to Ageha Ohkawa, Mokona, Tsubaki Nekoi and Satsuki Igarashi (her name is pronounced the same, but written with different characters) respectively. The August 2004 issue of Newtype USA, a magazine specializing in events of the anime and manga subcultures, reported that the members of CLAMP simply wanted to try out new names. In a later interview with Ohkawa, it was revealed that initially Mokona wanted to drop her surname because it sounded too immature for her liking, while Nekoi disliked people commenting that her name was the same as Mick Jagger's. Ohkawa and Igarashi, wanting to go with the flow of Nekoi's and Mokona's name changes, changed their names as well.
In 2006, they made their first USA public debut at Anime Expo in Anaheim, California. They were well received at the convention, with 6,000 fans in attendance at their panel.
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March 8, 2018
Something felt off about this installment. On my notes I wrote that the artwork is a bit different and was questioning whether this was the same group that did the previous volumes. I didn't bother to check so we can go with - same group, Victor's just seeing things.
I enjoy the series and the dynamic between all the players but I feel that this is getting a little formulaic. The characters are being developed and the world growing but every issue seems the same: Watanuki volunteers or is volunteered for an assignment, find himself in trouble, gets out of trouble, learns a valuable lesson all the while pining for Himawari, making lunch for Doumeki and handling his chores.
Last gripe, this story seemed shorter than the previous ones.
The story is good so I still recommend, especially if you're into Japanese ghosts.
I enjoy the series and the dynamic between all the players but I feel that this is getting a little formulaic. The characters are being developed and the world growing but every issue seems the same: Watanuki volunteers or is volunteered for an assignment, find himself in trouble, gets out of trouble, learns a valuable lesson all the while pining for Himawari, making lunch for Doumeki and handling his chores.
Last gripe, this story seemed shorter than the previous ones.
The story is good so I still recommend, especially if you're into Japanese ghosts.
June 4, 2020
This volume prominently features the pipe fox spirit. Yay!
The situation with Watanuki's eye was resolved in an interesting and unexpected (to me) way. Sorry, Watanuki, it really doesn't seem like Himawari is the one you have a "hitsuzen" type connection with...
This is quickly becoming a favorite CLAMP series. I feel that lot of their earlier work lacks warmth, but this one is cozy, along with having a fun and respectful take on Japanese mythology and the occult. And--as always for CLAMP--beautiful art.
The situation with Watanuki's eye was resolved in an interesting and unexpected (to me) way. Sorry, Watanuki, it really doesn't seem like Himawari is the one you have a "hitsuzen" type connection with...
This is quickly becoming a favorite CLAMP series. I feel that lot of their earlier work lacks warmth, but this one is cozy, along with having a fun and respectful take on Japanese mythology and the occult. And--as always for CLAMP--beautiful art.
May 31, 2021
El último capítulo del tomo dónde aparece Raiju (solo voy a decir eso) es lo más bellos que hay 😍💖
Tengo que leer los tomos de una tirada sino me pasa como con este que de me confunde lo que leí y forma parte de este tomo con el anterior y bum... No sé que decir. Pero más allá de que no se exactamente qué pasó en este específicamente, los lazos entre los protagonistas se va solidificando y me encanta ver eso.
Tengo que leer los tomos de una tirada sino me pasa como con este que de me confunde lo que leí y forma parte de este tomo con el anterior y bum... No sé que decir. Pero más allá de que no se exactamente qué pasó en este específicamente, los lazos entre los protagonistas se va solidificando y me encanta ver eso.
December 25, 2024
Buen tomo porque digamos que se "resuelve" lo del ojo, y da pista interesante
Sale un dios del trueno
divertido
3.5 stars
Sale un dios del trueno
divertido
3.5 stars
June 4, 2019
The story line about the eye continues with Watanuki running into a new evil spirit who teaches him something about himself and about thinking about the people in our lives who love us.
With that finally done, Yuko and Watanuki go out appliance shopping and then have a contest making snow creatures.
With that finally done, Yuko and Watanuki go out appliance shopping and then have a contest making snow creatures.
July 23, 2018
3.5⭐️
January 10, 2021
(01/09/2021)
This volume continues from the previous one, with Watanuki missing his eye, and this time the Zashiki Warashi tries to help Watanuki but is kidnapped by the Jorogumo.
I really, really loved the philosophy here. Like, the idea that sacrifice is a terrible thing to do to others. The devaluing of yourself necessary is not good, and is hurting those who care about you. I agree 100% and I think it was shown through this story SO well. Great job CLAMP.
Every human heart is truly chained by love.
Also i loved Doneki giving half his eye to Watanuki. It has plot implications, but mostly I'm a sucker for THE BOND like when the said they can share the burden together? That's my catnip.
The short stories with the Raiju and the snow were a nice break after the dramatic arc we had. Cute and funny.
This volume continues from the previous one, with Watanuki missing his eye, and this time the Zashiki Warashi tries to help Watanuki but is kidnapped by the Jorogumo.
I really, really loved the philosophy here. Like, the idea that sacrifice is a terrible thing to do to others. The devaluing of yourself necessary is not good, and is hurting those who care about you. I agree 100% and I think it was shown through this story SO well. Great job CLAMP.
Every human heart is truly chained by love.
Also i loved Doneki giving half his eye to Watanuki. It has plot implications, but mostly I'm a sucker for THE BOND like when the said they can share the burden together? That's my catnip.
The short stories with the Raiju and the snow were a nice break after the dramatic arc we had. Cute and funny.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 17, 2011
Toujours aussi élégant, mystérieux et amusant.
Le trait est élégant, entre Art Nouveau et stylisation des années '70 (corps super allongés, avec des perspectives bizarres).
Les personnages continuent à affronter des situations fantastiques, souvent issues du folklore japonais, souvent dangereuses. Leur personnalité est approfondie, les liens entre eux sont tissés plus solide, en particulier entre Dômeki et Watanuki, malgré l'hostilité affichée par ce dernier envers le premier (faisant un peu forcé, à la fin...).
Bon manga.
Le trait est élégant, entre Art Nouveau et stylisation des années '70 (corps super allongés, avec des perspectives bizarres).
Les personnages continuent à affronter des situations fantastiques, souvent issues du folklore japonais, souvent dangereuses. Leur personnalité est approfondie, les liens entre eux sont tissés plus solide, en particulier entre Dômeki et Watanuki, malgré l'hostilité affichée par ce dernier envers le premier (faisant un peu forcé, à la fin...).
Bon manga.
October 15, 2025
Review for complete series
xxxHolic is not the type of manga that I would usually pick up - somehow, stories about stores with special services have never really caught my interests. As it happens to be a CLAMP manga which is heavily interwoven with Tsubasa and also has ties to Blood C, I knew I'd at the very least have to give it a chance. The good thing is, apart from the ending, it's a pretty neat manga series.
Watanuki has always attracted ghosts and spirits and he wishes they would just go away. Fate leads him to Yuko's wish-granting shop, but wishes don't come for free. In order for Watanuki's wish to be granted, he must work in the store and becomes involved in all manners of the supernatural.
The art is easily recognisable as CLAMP's, yet it is different. Everything is in black and whites with no greyscales and the characters' eyes are rather empty looking, even the covers are anything but vibrant. But this is actually very well suited for the atmosphere of this series. I only wish that, similar to Tsubasa, the characters' limbs weren't so unnaturally long.
What I first thought to be a rather bland set of characters soon turned out to be a much deeper and very likeable bunch. It's odd, I was against every character from the start and I can't even put my finger on when it changed, but I ended up loving them all. I must confess, I preferred the first three-quarters of the story more - Watanuki becomes a more serious character after certain events and I just prefered him the way he was before. That being said, I can understand how and why he changed.
Although there is an underlying story that is interlaced with Tsubasa, the rest of the series is very much episodic. The different episodes all revolve around legends and myths and it's very interesting to read about them. Not only are the origins explained, but given the modern setting of this series, they are always shown with a contemporary sample. I am only guessing here, but I feel as though having visited Japan and recognising various elements increased my enjoyment of this series as it really is very heavy on Japanese-lore. This holds particularly true about the Jorougumo chapters - there's just something very unsettling about these joro spiders.
The story can be a little slow at times but it generally has good pacing. It's a nice balance between humour, horror and a bit of moral lecturing - in a good way. Unfortunately, as is often the case, the ending isn't exactly satisfying. In fact, it's not that much of an ending at all; would I not know that this series is complete with 19 volumes, I'd think there is more to come. Thanks to its episodic nature, this series can in a sense conclude at any time it wants to. Yet the underlying story is left hanging in the air and there's nothing in terms of closure. CLAMP has started a sequel (which is one of their many works on hiatus - surprise!) which may or may not remedy this issue at some point, but for that, one will need to wait for the sequel to conclude. Otherwise, there are a few glimpses of Watanuki in Blood C which I feel not that many people know of - have a look if you care to see more of what happened to Watanuki post xxxHolic!
August 20, 2019
Watanuki’s lost eye attracts some sinster interest from supernatural denizens of the occult world. The Zashiki-Warashi gets captured by one of those denizens, trying to get Watanuki’s eye back. It’s up to Watanuki and the pipe fox spirit, using the tools provided by Yuko and the Tengu to rescue the Zashiki-Warashi, while it’s up to Dômeki to do something about Watanuki’s lost eye.
One of the most interesting characters yet appeared in this volume, offering truths unacceptable to most people. The Jorô-Gumo, the matron of spiders tormented both Watanuki and Zashiki-Warashi with a smile on her face, all the while calling Watanuki cute. She reminded me of Seishiro in Tokyo Babylon and X/1999 in her deadly, yet amiable manner. It was quite intriguing to have a character such as she appear as opposed to the balanced neutrality which Yûko represents throughout the series. Watanuki’s confrontation with the spider matron as she threatens the Zashiki-Warashi are some of the most intense scenes we’ve had in this series, providing supernatual and physical action, along with emotional turmoil. Dômeki’s decision and the consequences of his action intensified the bond between himself and Watanuki in a way I’ll be interested to see play out. The other stories weren’t quite as gripping as the first, but Dômeki getting to see the fireworks with Watanuki even far away and Watanuki imagining what Himawari would say about it were hilarious. Overall, it was another intriguing, emotionally-driven story with a lot of magical action, taking place in a setting where the mystical and the mundane overlap in a compelling manner. I’m eager to read more.
One of the most interesting characters yet appeared in this volume, offering truths unacceptable to most people. The Jorô-Gumo, the matron of spiders tormented both Watanuki and Zashiki-Warashi with a smile on her face, all the while calling Watanuki cute. She reminded me of Seishiro in Tokyo Babylon and X/1999 in her deadly, yet amiable manner. It was quite intriguing to have a character such as she appear as opposed to the balanced neutrality which Yûko represents throughout the series. Watanuki’s confrontation with the spider matron as she threatens the Zashiki-Warashi are some of the most intense scenes we’ve had in this series, providing supernatual and physical action, along with emotional turmoil. Dômeki’s decision and the consequences of his action intensified the bond between himself and Watanuki in a way I’ll be interested to see play out. The other stories weren’t quite as gripping as the first, but Dômeki getting to see the fireworks with Watanuki even far away and Watanuki imagining what Himawari would say about it were hilarious. Overall, it was another intriguing, emotionally-driven story with a lot of magical action, taking place in a setting where the mystical and the mundane overlap in a compelling manner. I’m eager to read more.
October 26, 2024
I feel like the stories are repeating themselves but to be honest Tsubasa Chronicles was like that, too. Maybe this manga was always meant to be animated because it follows the anime formula. Main character does something brave, is saved, goes on being silly and in love with the girl. I really don't get our guy's fascination with the black haired girl that I don't care about enough to learn her name. She's pretty but barely seems to have some personality and she never really spends quality time with Watanuki. I mean, he tells her stories but she doesn't seem to go out of her way to be with him so Watanuki should take a hint and move on.
Of course, I wonder if she's some kind of clone as well or send there by someone else, but we'll see.
In this volume, Watanuki learned that his life matters but we need to see how much this lesson will be carried to the rest of the story. Especially now that he has Domeki's eye.
Of course, I wonder if she's some kind of clone as well or send there by someone else, but we'll see.
In this volume, Watanuki learned that his life matters but we need to see how much this lesson will be carried to the rest of the story. Especially now that he has Domeki's eye.
March 12, 2024
Zasshiki Warashi diculik pemimpin laba-laba, Lady Jorogumo, karena ingin mengambil kembali mata Watanuki. Para tengu minta tolong Yuuko untuk menghancurkan kekkai yang menjadi selubung tempat disekapnya Zasshiki Warashi. Yuuko memerintahkan Watanuki membawa kudagitsune untuk menyelamatkan Zasshiki Warashi demi memberinya pelajaran agar tidak mengorbankan dirinya bagi orang lain sampai taraf keterlaluan..
Watanuki menawarkan matanya yang masih bisa melihat kepada sang wanita laba-laba. Tapi Jorogumo tak mau mengambil barang yang bisa dibuang begitu saja oleh Watanuki, padahal Zasshiki Warashi saja sampai mengorbankan nyawa. Benar-benar sentakan keras bagi kesadaran Watanuki.
Pada akhirnya matanya yang diambil Jorogumo tak bisa kembali karena sudah dimakan. Tapi sebagai gantinya, ia dan Doumeki akhirnya "berbagi mata".
Watanuki menawarkan matanya yang masih bisa melihat kepada sang wanita laba-laba. Tapi Jorogumo tak mau mengambil barang yang bisa dibuang begitu saja oleh Watanuki, padahal Zasshiki Warashi saja sampai mengorbankan nyawa. Benar-benar sentakan keras bagi kesadaran Watanuki.
Pada akhirnya matanya yang diambil Jorogumo tak bisa kembali karena sudah dimakan. Tapi sebagai gantinya, ia dan Doumeki akhirnya "berbagi mata".
August 1, 2018
Volume 8 of xxxHolic contains a tengu fan, fox-fire and an epic snowball fight. Watanuki is sent in Yuko's stead to when the Karasu-Tengu request her help to save the Zashiki-Warashi from the Joro-Gumo's lair. Zashiki-Warashi had entered her lair to retrieve Watanuki's eye, but us quickly over powered by the spider woman. Only though his quick thinking and the help of his pipe fox he is able to save Zashiki-Warashi, but looses his eye forever. Upon waking at Yuko's shop he makes peace with his lose, but is offered a gift from Domeki.
The volume concludes with an epic snowball fight where their snow creations come to life and battle. Watanuki of course is on the loosing end again. Because it is never said enough 5 stars is never enough. xxxHolic deserves SO many more.
The volume concludes with an epic snowball fight where their snow creations come to life and battle. Watanuki of course is on the loosing end again. Because it is never said enough 5 stars is never enough. xxxHolic deserves SO many more.
February 26, 2018
Cada tomo de xxxHolic es mejor que el anterior. Las historias de personas cotidianas van quedando de lado para dejar paso a las de espíritus cada vez más complejos, y el halo de misterio que envuelve la historia se va haciendo cada vez más intenso. Vemos otra cara tanto de Watanuki como de Domeki, y de su relación.
Algo que me sorprende mucho cada vez que leo xxxHolic es la capacidad de CLAMP por reflexionar tan profundamente sobre la vida y el ser humano sin perder el humor.
En resumen, éste tomo está buenísimo.
Algo que me sorprende mucho cada vez que leo xxxHolic es la capacidad de CLAMP por reflexionar tan profundamente sobre la vida y el ser humano sin perder el humor.
En resumen, éste tomo está buenísimo.
April 25, 2023
It doesn't matter how much Watanuki seems to hate and want to be rid of Dômeki, their is some fate at work connecting them. With one having the power to see/sense curses and the other to exorcise them, thay seem to make one well-fitted team. If only they got along. But the more time goes on, they are showing concern for each other. It's fun to watch! Watanuki's bad luck (especially when it come to things he wants or feels he deserves) is comical!
January 11, 2024
Watanuki is shocked to learn that his missing eye is sought after by the spirit world, and must face the Jorō-gumo to save Zashiki Warashi from its grasp when she attempts to retrieve it for him; Yuko takes on Domeki's wish, where the price will be paid should Watanuki fail to gain his eye back. CLAMP takes readers on a suspenseful adventure in this exciting entry, a wild ride with plenty of heart and humour. Can Watanuki rescue the Zashiki Warashi and gain back the use of his eye?
June 19, 2021
I'm getting so sick of Wata's shallow infatuation with that Hima girl, and with all the built up foreshadowing against their friendship I'm expecting a huge blow out when this plot point finally bursts. She's not even important in the plot, just third wheeling Wata's and Domeki's vastly more appealing dynamic.
February 20, 2021
I love the spider mini arc and am sad that it was only in the second season of the anime as I feel like it has some really important character development in it... I also really liked the symbolism of its conclusion.
January 28, 2025
le tome 8 de xxxHolic est une étape importante dans l'arc narratif de Watanuki. Il explore des thèmes plus sombres et plus complexes que les précédents tomes, tout en continuant à développer l'univers riche et fascinant de xxxHolic.
May 8, 2017
Ça devient pas mal sombre quand même oh !
December 7, 2017
Finally returning to this series! SPIDER LADY YESSSSS
Spiders and snowballs, it doesn't get any better!
Spiders and snowballs, it doesn't get any better!
May 4, 2020
Pretty interesting and really good manga so far! Really love the art style and story! Really addicting manga😻👻👻😁❤️❤️
July 24, 2020
眼睛的續集，四月一日懂得珍惜自己，真好。
和白目鬼分享右眼也是。
和白目鬼分享右眼也是。
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August 8, 2020
「那麼輕易就能放棄的東西，能和貴重的東西交換嗎？」
「她是個笨蛋，居然想要守護被你當垃圾一樣看待的東西。」
好險百目鬼同學的右眼視力很好啊（不是重點）設計給他的能力也是跟眼睛很有關係呢，射箭什麼的
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「雷獸會招來幸運，如果是以前的四月一日，一定會沒有發現到你吧！」
內心動搖之後就能共享視力的設定也很好
「她是個笨蛋，居然想要守護被你當垃圾一樣看待的東西。」
好險百目鬼同學的右眼視力很好啊（不是重點）設計給他的能力也是跟眼睛很有關係呢，射箭什麼的
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「雷獸會招來幸運，如果是以前的四月一日，一定會沒有發現到你吧！」
內心動搖之後就能共享視力的設定也很好
June 20, 2023
Todos se pelean por el amor de Watanuki, ya no es un enemies to lover ahora es un harem bastante variado.
September 23, 2023
Je suis beaucoup trop fan. L’histoire, les personnages, les relations qu’ils entretiennent entre eux, le côté folklorique, le style graphique de Clamp. Bref, tout en fait.
November 21, 2023
Cada volumen siento que no va a tener 5 estrellas esta vez y de pronto algo potente o tierno sucede. En este volumen las 5 estrellas es por lo que hace Doumeki
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December 19, 2023xxxholic fue (es) uno de mis animes de la ¿preadolescencia?, por ahí. Ayer me encontré este volumen del manga en la biblioteca y, en resumen, yuko reina de mi corazón
July 6, 2024
no me having gay panic with every Yuko's panel :3
March 23, 2017
This volume was just OK to me. I mean, I don't know what else to say...
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