Nine Peaks Chapter 172 has been released. In the gripping manga series Nine Peaks, Tetsuhiro Hirakawa masterfully weaves a tale of loss, self-discovery, and time-traveling adventure. At its core, the story revolves around Mashio Gaku, a young high school student struggling to find his place in the world. Gaku's tumultuous relationship with his father, Mashio Harumi, serves as the catalyst for a series of extraordinary events. After a heated confrontation with a classmate results in his suspension, Gaku returns home to face the harsh reality of his father's disapproval. The tension between them is palpable, and their final argument takes a devastating turn when Harumi is involved in a fatal traffic accident. As Gaku navigates the grief of losing his father, he begins to uncover the truth about his father's life and legacy. At the wake, Gaku is shocked to learn that Harumi was a larger-than-life figure, known for his fearless spirit and unwavering dedication to his craft. In a poignant moment of introspection, Gaku decides to follow in his father's footsteps and head out to fish, a tradition they shared together. However, this serene moment of connection with his father is disrupted when he catches a massive fish that pulls him into the water. When Gaku comes to, he finds himself face to face with a stranger who bears an uncanny resemblance to his father - a man who claims to be him, living in the year 2000. As Gaku grapples with the implications of this extraordinary situation, he begins to unravel the mysteries of time travel and the consequences of altering the past. With each new revelation, Gaku's perception of his father and himself is turned upside down, forcing him to confront the complexities of their relationship and the true meaning of legacy. Will Gaku be able to navigate the challenges of time travel and find a way back to his own time, or will he become forever lost in the labyrinth of his father's past? Through its thought-provoking narrative and Hirakawa's evocative artwork, Nine Peaks explores themes of identity, family, and the human condition. This captivating series will keep readers on the edge of their seats as they follow Gaku's journey through time and space, seeking answers to the questions that have haunted him since his father's passing.