Hitoner (Japanese: ヒトナー) is a compelling new addition to the sci-fi adventure genre, crafted by Tomohiro Yagi, the imaginative creator behind Iron Knight and Red Sprite. Since its debut in Weekly Shonen Jump, the series has garnered praise for its creative world-building and its "Reverse Isekai" perspective. It stands out for its high-concept approach to interspecies sociology, exploring how the sudden appearance of a "mythical" creature can reshape the foundations of an established civilization.

The story unfolds on a secluded planet populated by the Kemo, a sophisticated race of beastkin. Their societal norms are upended when a mysterious spacecraft crash-lands, bringing with it a "Hito"—a human from Earth. In a world where humans are regarded as legendary, near-fable entities, the protagonist’s arrival sparks a mixture of terror and intense scientific curiosity. As the first human to walk among them, his presence triggers a series of profound cultural shocks and academic observations, forcing the beastkin to re-evaluate their own history and their place in the stars.

Alternative Names and Titles
ヒトナー / Hitoner / Human-Obsessed / Hito-ner