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Butterflies, Flowers, Vol. 1
Yuki Yoshihara - 2006
She joins a real estate company as an entry-level office worker, but her eccentric boss is harder on her than anyone else in the company! After hearing him inadvertently call her "milady," she realizes he was the young servant boy she knew as a child. At work he's a tyrant, but after hours he insists on treating her like a lady of the nobility. Is romance even possible for a couple locked in such a crazy role reversal?
The Voices of a Distant Star
Makoto Shinkai - 2002
She ventures out into space, leaving behind Noboru, the one young man she loves. As she travels deeper into this new frontier, her only connection with her boyfriend is through cell-phone text messages. But the years pass, and Mikako barely ages in the timelessness of space--while Noboru grows older and considers moving on with his life...In this timeless romance between star-crossed lovers in the most tragic of settings, there are some places man may not be ready to go.
いっそ声がなかったら [Isso Koe ga Nakattara]
Saruwaka Chimi - 2018
Takashina is a man who is able to skillfully present himself in front of large crowds of people earns him the admiration of Rokuse. While Rokuse nurses a growing love for Takashina, he stutters out a "Th-Th-Th-Th-Th-That's o-o-okay!" to Takashina's offer. What will you do with a top-notch employee and a stuttering janitor? Their story is bound to be rife with communication hurdles. -
Can I Kiss You Every Day? Vol. 1
Hatsuharu - 2017
One day, she reunites with Nagio, her childhood friend. Now a strapping young man, Nagio doesn't hesitate at all to make his advances, much to Kurumi's dismay! He would kiss her out of nowhere and tell her how he has always liked her, totally having her wrapped around his finger. While Kurumi didn't like it at first, she eventually finds herself heads over heels for Nagio! This is a childhood friend romance story starring a black-hearted yet loving boy, filled with sweet and passionate kisses!
My Senpai is Annoying Vol. 1
Shiromanta - 2020
Just because Futuba is short and looks young doesn’t make her a kid, and just because she spends so much time with Takeda doesn’t mean she sees him as anything but an annoying senpai…or does she?!
My Androgynous Boyfriend, Vol. 1
Tamekou - 2018
She spends her days working hard in the world of publishing, while he spends his time obsessing over fashion and makeup--all with the goal of making himself beautiful just for her. This romantic slice-of-life story is about love, relationships, and breaking with tradition!
Paradise Kiss
Ai Yazawa - 2020
One afternoon, however, she is kidnapped by a group of self-proclaimed fashion mavens calling themselves "Paradise Kiss". Yukari suddenly finds herself in the roller coaster life of the fashion world, guided by George, art-snob extraordinaire. In a glamorous makeover of body, mind and soul, she is turned from a hapless bookworm into her friends' own exclusive clothing model.20th anniversary edition of Paradise Kiss features all 3 volumes of the original release.
The Apartment
Ryo Arisawa - 2009
Although excited at her new found freedom, it doesn't last for long. The next morning, the quiche she left in the fridge for breakfast was gone, her milk had been used and an unfamiliar bag was in the living room! As she stood confused, a handsome man she had never seen before appeared in front of her and says to her angrily "what are you doing in my house?"
Tokyo Tarareba Girls, Vol. 1
Akiko Higashimura - 2014
She wants to be married by the time the Tokyo Olympics roll around in six years, but...that might be easier said than done! The new series by Akiko Higashimura erupts with sharp opinions on girls and tons of laughs!!
Castle of Dreams: Stories from the Kare Kano Creator
Masami Tsuda - 1999
This one volume collects together two comics previously released on in Japan by Masami, "Castle of Dreams" and "The Room Where an Angel Lives." The first half, "Castle of Dreams," is a series of three stories with a fairytale theme, All of the stories, are linked by the introduction of a sorcerer who will grant a single wish, a wish that can be "a blessing or a curse, to help someone or hurt someone." Of course, wishes are never freely given, and magic always has its consequences. The next book, "The Room where Angels Live," has five stories along more typical themes of love and romance, of loss and redemption.
Barakamon, Vol. 1
Satsuki Yoshino - 2009
"Sensei," as he comes to be known, is a city boy through and through, and has never experienced rural life until now. And by the looks of it, he has much to learn! Luckily(?), he has a willing teacher in Naru, the energetic expert islander, to help show him the ropes. But can Sensei keep up with the plucky first-grader, or will he get schooled?! Here unfolds a heartfelt island comedy about a gruff on the outside, soft on the inside urbanite teacher and his new, unfailingly kind island neighbors!
純血+彼氏 1 [Junketsu + Kareshi 1]
Aya Shouoto - 2011
She's neat, and doesn't seem to have any problems, but she carries a darkness within her heart. On the night of the full moon, the world around her starts to grow loud. The meeting that changes Kanami's fate is already drawing close.
Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju, Vol. 1
Haruko Kumota - 2011
After seeing an unforgettable performance from one of Japan's greatest masters, Yakumo Yurakutei VIII, during his time in jail, he will settle for nothing less than to become apprentice to the best. Yakumo, notorious for taking no students, is persuaded to take him on, and nicknames him Yotaro--the fool. Yotaro has no formal training or elegance, but something about his charisma reminds Yakumo of someone from his past.The saga of a generation of love, art, and storytelling begins here.