Sayu is a 30 year-old high school teacher. She is short, round, cute, but somewhat timid. Her home life is a mess-- her husband is an ass, is cheating on her, and her in-laws are rude and condescending. Therefore, it seems almost like a miracle that she could have an affair. A passionate affair. With one of her students, the handsome and fierce Kou-kun, who is only 18...

A retelling of the tale of Mulan. Hua Mulan is a young woman who enters the military in place of her father, despite the risk of shame on her family and death if she is discovered to be a woman. She expects only to fight until the current war is won, but because of her skills she is promoted to be an army general along with her comrade, He Tingyu. Now she must continuously fight to keep her secret while serving her country.

The manga adaption of the Gundam 00 movie.

The year is 611 AD, during the Sui dynasty of China. A young girl named Mulan dresses as a man to take the place of her elderly father. What fate awaits her? The action-packed story of Chinese history begins!!


(Source: Akita Shoten, translated)

Toba and Igari start pro wrestling match immediately after the Maximum Tournament Saga.

Parody Manga of the Grappler Baki franchise.

The titular Hanagata is a Junior High student who used to be an ace Little League Pitcher until he busted his shoulder. Now, in Junior High, he has decided to focus on his batting. But, the School has been banned from official games, and the baseball club has reluctant members.


(Source: MU)

The story is about Hyuma Hoshi, a promising young baseball pitcher who dreams of becoming a top star like his father Ittetsu Hoshi in the professional Japanese league. His father was once a 3rd baseman until he was injured in World War II and was forced to retire. The boy would join the ever popular Giants team, and soon he realized the difficulty of managing the high expectations. From the grueling training to battling the rival Mitsuru Hanagata on the Hanshin Tigers, he would have to take out his best pitching magic to step up to the challenge.


(Source: Wikipedia)

Manga based off the videogame, with new characters and more comedy.

1) Dazzling

College student Keisuke often picks up his younger brother from elementary school, and talks with handsome Murakami sensei. As they gradually become closer Keisuke finds himself thinking about Murakami in more than friendly terms.


2) The Flow of String

Yamazaki sensei finds himself paying special attention to archery club student Yagi. At first Yagi is just his cute student, but as his body matures Yamazaki's feelings for the boy begin to change as well.


3) A Cracked Pot with a Battered Lip

Super-pervert Haruto started his relationship with Masumi by asking him weird questions, and later graduated to kinky sex play. But suddenly Haruto starts asking other people his questions, is Masumi going to be dumped?


4) The Shadows Under the Tree

When Takuma's father remarried he acquired an older brother as well. But three years later his stepmother has passed away and Takuma is well on his way to becoming a deliquent. Something dark and disturbing is happening in his home...


5) Lending and Borrowing

Doctor Miyabi isn't that great with kids and trouble communicating with his young patients, however pediatrician Toyama is great with children, not that Miyabi would ever ask for his help! Former classmates they were always compared to each other and Miyabi always felt he came up short. But is that the only reason for Miyabi's hostility?


6) Deception of the Fingers

After breaking up with his girlfriend, Mita threw away all the things she bought for him. He met a salesperson, Ootani, when he was buying new ties. When Ootani was putting on a tie for Mita to try, Ootani’s beautiful fingers attracted him. He invited Ootani for dinner to thank him. Will this relationship progress any further?

Due to her mother's recent paralysis, Yuzu Horiuchi's life takes a sudden turn when she transfers from a prestigious all-girls high school to a co-ed one. As Yuzu struggles to adjust to a new routine with the help of some friendly classmates, she meets seemingly quiet Soutarou Kashio at a puppy adoption gathering. Together, they become enamored with the same Shiba Inu puppy they straightforwardly name "Shiba." The only problem is, neither one claims they can take care of it. However, when the puppy goes up for adoption, Yuzu finds herself in a bidding war and loses—but it turns out that Shiba's new owner is none other than Soutarou!


Refusing to relinquish the pup, Yuzu proposes a compromise: she pays half of Shiba's expenses and they share joint custody. Together, Yuzu and Soutarou will raise Shiba and grow closer as pet-owners, friends, and maybe something more.

Tohko and Wataru were childhood friends. Wataru was rather wimpy so Tohko always had to protect him from bullies. Then he and his family moved away to Germany, and they lost touch with each other. Years later, Wataru returns to Japan alone for his first year of high school, when Tohko is in her second year of high school. However he's completely different from what he was like before, having grown extremely tall for his age and much more pushy and aggressive. Tohko gets bossed around by him all the time, and even ends up having to make lunch for him everyday, but she doesn't know how to deal with the "new" Wataru. Although he seemed like an angel to her when they were kids, now she sees him as a demon.


(Source: Beyond the Sky)

Series by Fujita Kazuhiro about characters from fairy tales, mythology, and stories coming to life.


Gekko Iwasaki, a high-school student, is selected as executor of "Moonlight Ordinance" and fights against the residents. In this fairy tale, there is a world which is strangely affected by blue moonlight once in dozens of years. "Moonlight Ordinance" is a rule to restore the world to its former condition.


(Source: Shougakukan)

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2. (The Truth Is...)

3. (Lovers, Only Tonight)

4. (A Kiss and Beyond)

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6. Lovely☆Punch

A slice-of-life about a used bookstore.

This manga bookstore has a thousand stories to tell. A businessman discovers how his childhood memories can brighten his day. An art student finds inspiration. An archer hits a surprising bull's eye. A housewife rediscovers romance. A teenager discovers his true self in the pages of a manga magazine. Welcome to Kingyo Used Books, a place where people find their dreams in manga. (Source: Viz)

Kingyoya Koshoten was published in English as Kingyo Used Books by VIZ Media under the SigIkki imprint. 4 volumes were released between April 20, 2010 and October 18, 2011, before the license was dropped due to difficulties with acquiring copyright permissions.

Publishers:

• Ikki (magazine)

Itabashi Kurumi was a regular, everyday High School student... until she got pregnant by none other than her teacher, Oomiya Ichigo. Now pregnant, Kurumi dropped out of school and Oomiya got fired from his job. Half a year later, the two get married and live with their kid. The two of them have to get through the many obstacles ahead of them, as they now face only challenges.

1. Kitsune to Atori

This is a tale of human and fox, of Atori, who hates lies, and of her sister, who lost one eye because of a fox.


2. The Doll's Girl

Minori is a reserved girl who would rather be left alone to make clothing for her dolls. Kanae is a flashy, spur-of-the-moment type of girl who's always enthusiastic. When the two end up in the same hospital room, they become fast friends. But when a fight tears them apart, it'll take a lot to get them back together. Can a friendship truly be eternal?


3. Extra story for Yaeka no Karte


(Source: MU)

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2.

3. You are my Lolipop.

4.

5. Rakuen no Pet

6. My Man

1. (Love & Trap)

2. (Love & Honey)

3. (Love & Whip)

4.

5. (Us, Blooming)

6. (Let's Visit the Aihara House!)

Continuation of the one-shot, Hanasakeru Bokutachi from Koi to Wana.


Takashi works for the local flower shop. The only problem? He has to put up with the manager's constant sexual harassment. An even bigger problem? The manager, Haruhiko, is actually his boyfriend whom he's been dating for about a week. Takashi wants to develop a deeper relationship but he's afraid of committing... Especially since they haven't even done it yet.


(Source: MU)

Karin has been turned down several times after doing all her best for the guys she liked to like her back. How can a single poem and destroyed skirt bridge her to the great Christmas present waiting her? Keep on the beat as she Break Dance on the music!


Included one-shots:

Volume 1: Pop'n Eight Beat

Volume 2: Bokura no Kokoro;

When Asahi was a young boy, he had a friend named Sakuya who only came out when there was a full moon. One day, she says that she has to leave him, but she gives him a small pendant that she says will protect him in her place. Ten years later, someone with the same name, power and aura as Sakuya saves him, but it's a guy!?


(Source: MU)

Jin-Hung possesses an abnormal power - she can see ghosts and make them disapear! One day, while walking through the streets, she suddenly comes across a boy trying to kill himself. To stop him, Jin-Hung ran to him; later learning that he was actually a ghost. However, it was not just an average ghost - it was her middle school crush Shin-Yi! Shin-Yi, unknowningly, then starts to follow Jin-Hung to the school, only to come across a new ghost - Shin-Yi’s best friend Yi-Ryeong! How did they end up dead and why does Yi-Ryeong suddenly start to follow Jin-Hung, saying that he’s her guardian?


(Source: Fateful-Encounters)

1. Bruges

2. Voyage

3. San Francisco Monogatari (A San Francisco Story)

A love story between two dancers: Junaque, a relative of the Belgian royal family, and Shara, a Japanese transfer student. The story begins at St. Maria's, a private Catholic school in Belgium, but later the action switches to the show business life in New York.

The so-called “Hard-boiled man” famous novelist, Takamura, came to a seaside village and encountered a youth named Midori, who bewitched Takamura with his jade green eyes. But before the cynical novelist realized it, he was dragged into a small hostel ran by Midori’s family! Later, Takamura learned that both Midori and him shared similar heartbreaking childhood experience, yet Midori never lost his faith and trust. In anger and frustration, Takamura violated Midori! How would these two come to terms with their feelings for each other?


(Source: MangaUpdates)

The gifted, confident onmyouji Yasunari was dispatched to investigate a powerful ruler's violent behavior change and the suspected spiritual powers behind it. His only lead takes him deep into the mountains, where he meets a young man named Ushiwakamaru. Yasunari approaches Ushiwakamaru and quickly determines that he is no threat. However, Ushiwakamaru mistakes Yasunari as a tengu and asks him to teach him how to use a sword! What exactly is Ushiwakamaru hoping to accomplish?


(Source: shinkeikaku)

It's kinda strange... Your big sister has been acting weird lately. She likes to walk around in front of you after bathing wearing only a towel--and sometimes it slips. Could it be on purpose? And then out of the blue she asks, "Hey, Hiroshi, let's sleep together tonight." She snuggles close to you ... she smells so nice ... she's asleep ... her camisole slips down to reveal a firm breast. Your hand trembles as you reach out to gently touch...


[Fr: Baka-Updates]

Ray is smart and dazzling. A guy that is just like a king. Shingo fell in love with Ray and came out of the closet because of him. He dare not confess to Ray. And being roommates makes it even worse for Shingo. Will Shingo take a step forward?

Rihito promised himself that he’d never fall in love with a hetero or bisexual. However when Rihito’s shop manager, Kanda Kouji, confessed to him, he allowed Kanda to hold him. Ri-chan made it clear to Kanda that it’s impossible between them. But with Kanda’s continuous advances, will Ri-chan give in? (Source: Attractive Fascinante)

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1) Hidarite no Love Letter

2) Ferris Wheel at Sunset

3) Natural Union

4) Such a Dangerous Distance

5) Nude Time


(Source: MU)

Every 3,000 years the realm of humans (Ninjinkai) is united with the realms of the demons (Makai) and the man-beasts (Juujinkai) by the revival of the Overfiend (the Choujin), the god of gods. The saga follows Amanojaku - a man-beast - and his quest to find the real Overfiend and to ensure the safe future of all three realms. However, he finds his beliefs put to the test when he encounters numerous Makai, who are out to destroy the Overfiend and prevent the three realms from joining.


(Source: Wikipedia)

Urotsukidouji was published in English by Central Park Media from May 1, 1999 to October 1, 2003.

Publishers:

• Manga Erotopia (magazine)

"Satou-san, I'm your lowly servant!!"


"You freak…"


PPC Publications salesman, Takahashi Kazuya, is in love with his aloof, beautiful client, Satou Sho, manager of a large bookstore. How does Takahashi approach Satou for business and love? Can a humble salesman capture the princely heart of a client?


(Source: Fantasyshrine)

Takahashi Makoto's The Rows of Cherry Trees is quite old—it's from 1957. It centers around three members of the table tennis club at an all-girl school. The story begins with the school tournament, where Yukiko faces off against first her rival, then her crush.


(Source: lililicious)

Aya and Hiromi are students at the same nursing school. Aya has known from a young age that she is a lesbian, and when she falls for Hiromi, the two of them end up becoming a couple. Thanks to Aya's influence, Hiromi begins to come out of her shell and stand up to her strict, controlling parents. However, her newfound rebellious streak could spell disaster for their relationship...


(Source: lililicious)

Tazuru Madoka's mother remarried and her new step-brother Shouta hates her b/c he blames them both for his mother's death. Problems arise from this tension and Madoka wishes desperately that she could be stronger. Thus, she decides to join her acquaintance, Shinjou Atushi's, dojo to learn karate and...??


Included one-shots:

Hana mo Arashi mo Fumikoete (Vol.1)

Ore-sama to Watashi (Vol.2)

Shiro is a white crow. Because of his unusual color, he's often bullied by the other black crows. One day, he's hurt badly because the others ganged up on him, and he was saved by a girl. Moved by the girl's gentle heart, Shiro asked a devil to let him turn into a human. However, there's one condition: Shiro will have to do at least one bad deed a day, otherwise, his body will crumble. Can Shiro really fulfill this contract?

Fujiwara Momoe is the daughter of a rich family. She has never had any worries, had an easy and luxurious life. She loves good cooking. Her carefree life ends when her father dies from a heart attack. She now has to take care for herself and her mother and this involves also cooking the meals. Unfortunately, she never had to cook, so her cooking is awful. She starts working at a French restaurant where she becomes a cook under the chef. She falls in love with the chef, but he only considers her as an apprentice.


(Source: PRISMS)

In 1999, Oishii Kankei was republished into a 10-volume bunko format.


The series was adapted by Fuji TV into a 10-episode drama series in 1996. A Taiwanese drama version, titled Uma-sekigatari ~Sweet Relation~ was released in 2007. All 32 episodes of the series were also transmitted in Japan under the name Bimi Kankei ~Oishii Kankei~.

Publishers:

• Young You (magazine)

Biological twins—and they couldn't be more different. Friendly outgoing Anzu is in love with Makoto, but can't work up the nerve to confess. Shy withdrawn Ichigo (the one with the glasses) was a stalking victim and now hates men. But they're going to need each other to cope with a huge change in their lives. Their mother has remarried and the twins discover they've gained a brother as well; clever and carefree Kenta. And Kenta (with Makoto) has a plan to help Ichigo—just make the twins trade identities!


(Source: MU)

In this country, there are beings called Sapeles. These beings are not human; they are treated as slaves. Society shuns them, just as they would poor people. Sapele are not allowed to have desires, especially desires for things like love. If they do, they are considered broken, useless. Lepu Le is a Sapele trying to come to terms with himself, not understanding or knowing anything about who he really is, or where he came from. After a fateful encounter with a broken Sapele known as Roie, he starts to question what he is told even more.


(Source: MU)

From Attractive Fascinante:


The club manager, Kagami, saved a pretty guy, Ran, in a middle of a rainy night. Kagami couldn’t stop himself to devour the beautiful Ran after taking him back. Ran accepted Kagami and also learned whatever Kagami taught him. But where does Ran come from and how is he related to Kagami?

Akiba Takara, top student and vice-president of Kanou High's student council, has it all going for him. Or so it seems. Cursed by the goddess Kanou to remain in Kanou City until he fulfills a hundred people's wishes, Akiba's dream to control the world is in jeopardy. Then one day, Akiba and his council receive a strange task -- to find the god hidden in their school within one month, or perish together with the rest of the world. Will they find the god in time? Or will they be wiped out, along with Akiba's grand ambitions? Now let the game begin...


(Source: Storm in Heaven)

Akiba Takara, top student and vice-president of Kanou High's student council, has it all going for him. Or so it seems. Cursed by the goddess Kanou to remain in Kanou City until he fulfills a hundred people's wishes, Akiba's dream to control the world is in jeopardy. Then one day, Akiba and his council receive a strange task -- to find the god hidden in their school within one month, or perish together with the rest of the world. Will they find the god in time? Or will they be wiped out, along with Akiba's grand ambitions? Now let the game begin...


(Source: Storm in Heaven)

All the inhabitants of Kekco have been turned into cats due to a mysterious gas used by the terrorist group Echboza. Only one little girl, Kaka, was saved, thanks to the gas mask that someone made her wear. Ten years later, Kaka is part of the Green, a government unit whose mission is to protect the cats. Along with Ace, Sun, Cube, Sophia and Delta, she hunts terrorists while desperately looking for her father...


(Source: French tankoubon)

During the Meiji period, this story centers around an unsuccessful science fiction author who masquerades as the dead son of an industrial magnate. With his new family's riches, he creates a fantastical island to satisfy his desires.


In his manga adaptation of The Strange Tale of Panorama Island (panorama-tou kidan), Maruo strays from his usual style of explicit gore while maintaining his trademark: elaborate, elegant art.

Sprawling, overwhelming landscapes, a diverse range of uniquely designed characters, and even scenes distorted grotesquely for effect are captured with ease by the talented and experienced mangaka.


(Source: MU)

Panorama Toukitan is an adaptation of the Edogawa Ranpo novella of the same name. The manga won the New Artist Prize at the 13th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize in 2009.


The series was published in English as The Strange Tale of Panorama Island by Last Gasp on July 1, 2013. The English version was nominated for Best Adaptation from Another Medium at the 2014 Eisner Awards.

Publishers:

• Comic Beam (magazine)

Mimori Hibiki's goal was to find love, after leaving her backwater town for schooling in Tokyo. However, her grandmother's demand that she use her feminine wiles to lure a groom back to her hometown, combined with a fateful meeting with a young man, has complicated matters. Now she must attempt to juggle emotion and obligation as she attempts to carry out both of these tasks.


(Source: Solaris-SVU)