However, upon meeting a shy boy undressing on the beach, their lives become linked. An unusual relationship follows that will ultimately be beneficial for the both of them.

    That's what Koreeda discovers when Noda -- one of his college buddies -- offers to become "friends with benefits." Until recently, Koreeda has had a serious girlfriend, but now he's on the rebound and looking for something different... something real.

    However, he learns that the handsome neighbor is his math teacher. Having fallen in love at first sight, Yuka struggles to attract Gotou's attention, but Gotou restrains him with an, "I have no interest in kids."Also contains a oneshot called Kabuki machi no Otoko (The Man from Kabuki City).Related series : Star na Koi (Side Story)

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    However, when that friend happens to be a guy as well and you both happen to have girlfriends, things can get a little messy. In a moment of drunken youth gone wild, Tomo and Keita crossed the boundaries of being close friends to being lovers. Neither expected such a fiery obsession to ignite after a single night of passion or the pleasure to escalate after each subsequent encounter. Keeping the relationship hidden from their girlfriends, the two embark on a journey to find the limits of human passion.

    On the very first day of class, his student, Koga, confesses his love to Yahiro. How will Yahiro handle his much younger suitor?

    However, the new transfer student with the unique and 'electrifying' physique shows up in time to prove him wrong.2) I Don't Wanna Hold On You (Dakishimetakunai) -When middle-aged salaryman Masato is laid off, Tatsuya, a host hires him to take care of his apartment… and other, more personal services. But when Masato starts to have doubts about accepting Tatsuya's money, what will Tatsuya do to stop him from leaving?3) Reason For Desire (Yokubou no Riyuu) -The rich and lonely young businessman gets into a scuffle with a castoff vagrant. He gets a bit more than he bargains for when he takes the man in as live-in housekeeper.4) Secret Knife (Himitsu no Naifu) -Two solitary people walking similar paths, one an assassin for the yakuza, the other a Shinigami (a Grim Reaper), meet and find their way to mutual love and understanding.5) Rose and Knife (Bara to Naifu) -Sequel to Secret Knife. Yato comes upon an old partner who is bent on "reteaching" him how to be a ruthless killer once again. Kamui, however, will do anything to keep that from happening.6) Keep Up Your Right! (Migikawa ni wo ki wo tsukero) -I Don't Wanna Hold On You omakeKeep Up Your Right! omake

    The two go on a date, Izumi goes all the way, and the older man's in love with him and possibly converting this initial homophobe into that which he fears.

    This lighthearted romantic comedy lampoons the adult film business, the mainstream media, and the natural vanity of actors while exploring the earliest stages of a new relationship.

    But then, when Takaaki becomes a substitute teacher at a high school, he is suddenly reunited with his ex-boyfriend, Ryuji. Takaaki tells himself he has put those feelings of that relationship behind him forever...but are those really his true feelings? From the creator of "A Gentleman's Kiss"!

    The marriage is just for the appearances, and he ends up getting drunk and spending the night... not with his bride, but with the sexy ship captain! When the two men meet again in Italy, it is the start of a spectacular love story.

    At first, Misaki is disgusted by Akihiko, but slowly, Misaki realizes he may be developing feelings for the older man. And so begins the bumpy relationship of this odd couple, filled with comedy and pure romance...

    Will Shima put aside a history of disappointment in order to take a chance on a complicated relationship?

    The operation goes south rather quickly when Dee is kidnapped and Ryo must put all of his skill and training to the test to get his partner back in one piece. Their partnership is on the line as electrified emotions raise feelings between the two guys that are hard to ignore.

    He discovers that Terumi is happily married. Now, it's Shouji who can't get Terumi out of his head. Things become more complicated when Honami's lingering feelings for Terumi surface. Cult author Mika Sadahiro is known for her style of angst-infused and sex-driven plots.