Manga

Shadow Eliminators

In the shadows of everyday life, malevolent spirits known as Kasane attach themselves to the vulnerabilities in people's hearts. These entities prey on the hidden fears and sorrows of the students at a seemingly ordinary school, threatening their very well-being. Standing against this occult threat are Yayoi and Aoba. These two individuals possess the unique ability to confront and eliminate the Kasane, acting as unseen guardians for their peers. Their mission is to cleanse the school of this supernatural danger, engaging in battles that unfold in the realm of shadows and human emotion.

Afterschool Embankment Journal

Hina Tsurugi, a self-proclaimed indoor person, has just moved to a quiet coastal town with her family. While taking a walk along the seaside embankment, hoping to enjoy the peaceful ocean view, she encounters an older student from her new school, Yuuki Kuroiwa. Yuuki immediately invites the reluctant Hina to try fishing, an activity far outside her comfort zone. Despite her protests, Hina finds herself coerced into joining the school's Breakwater Club, a group dedicated to catching and cooking various sea creatures. Surrounded by the club's eccentric members, Hina's high school life takes an unexpected turn as she is continually pulled into their aquatic adventures. From her initial panic a

Sakamichi no Apollon: BONUS TRACK

The story revisits the lives of the beloved characters from Sakamichi no Apollon, exploring their paths after the main events. Junichi and Yurika navigate their relationship following his move to Tokyo, while a separate tale delves into the brief connection between Kouta, Ritsuko, and an unexpected phone call. Another chapter focuses on Tsutomu Murae, Ritsuko's father, and his personal journey into the world of jazz. Sentarou Kawabuchi's narrative continues as he seeks and discovers a new resolve for his future. The collection culminates in an after story, offering further glimpses into the intertwined lives of this group of friends, all connected through the enduring bonds of music, friend

Book of Yaoguai

Feng Xi is an ordinary young man whose life is turned upside down when he becomes entangled with supernatural beings known as Yaoguai. His path crosses with a charming and mischievous nine-tailed fox spirit, a dangerous tree demon who drains life force, and a determined female Taoist cultivator with a mysterious connection to a goddess. Caught in the middle of their conflicts and agendas, his peaceful campus life becomes a thing of the past. As the age-old struggle between monstrous Yaoguai and the Taoists who hunt them intensifies, Feng Xi finds himself at the heart of the turmoil. To protect those around him and prevent the world from descending into chaos, he must navigate this perilous

I Shall Create the Hero's Legend Behind the Hero's Legend: The Heroics of a Royal-Road Killer

Yukina is an ordinary young man from the same village as the world's fated Hero, Relix. When Relix departs on a journey to defeat the Demon King, Yukina is assigned the mundane task of accompanying him, a duty he undertakes with little personal interest in the grand conflict. His destiny shifts unexpectedly when he comes into possession of Gram, a sentient spear whose power rivals the legendary sword wielded by the Hero himself. Now, armed with this formidable artifact, Yukina must navigate a path separate from the Hero's celebrated legend, forging his own story in the shadows of a world-changing prophecy.

Next Week, If It Rains

On a rainy day, two women's paths unexpectedly cross. This chance encounter under the shared shelter of an umbrella marks the beginning of a fleeting yet profound connection between two strangers. As the rain continues to fall, their brief meeting unfolds into a quiet, intimate moment. The story explores the delicate emotions and unspoken thoughts that arise from this simple, serendipitous event, capturing the tentative hope and gentle melancholy of a fleeting romance born from a downpour.

Atashi no Bambi

Haruko Nanase, a diligent but not naturally gifted student, has achieved her goal of entering a prestigious high school through sheer hard work, where she now ranks at the top of her class. Her orderly life is disrupted one day on her train commute when she becomes an unwilling spectator to a violent fight involving a boy in her school's uniform. After the brawl ends, the boy, a complete stranger, confronts Haruko and demands she pay him a fee for having watched the spectacle. She manages to flee the awkward situation, believing she has escaped the encounter. However, her relief is short-lived when she arrives at school the next day only to discover that the same intimidating boy is not onl

THE NEW GATE

Shin was a player trapped in THE NEW GATE, a VRMMO that had become a lethal death game. After a grueling battle against the final boss deep within the dungeon, he achieved victory, freeing all the players from the digital prison. Just as relief set in, a mysterious door opened at the heart of the dungeon, and he lost consciousness. He awakens to find himself not in the game, but in the actual, living world of THE NEW GATE. Now, Shin must navigate this familiar yet perilously real fantasy realm, confronting its mysteries and dangers with the skills and knowledge from his past life as a legendary player.

Beast's Storm: Kiss Me Baby!

In a world divided between humans and Bestia—people with beast-like ears—Dr. Akira Miyaji is a Bestia who specializes in treating his own kind at a general hospital. After a tumultuous start, he found peace and started a family with the hospital manager, Sougo Kijima. Now, as Akira returns to work in the understaffed Bestia branch, he faces an unprecedented challenge: a human doctor without beast ears is being assigned to assist him. This groundbreaking appointment stirs uncertainty among the Bestia patients who are accustomed to being treated by one of their own. Akira must navigate the complexities of integrating a human colleague into a sensitive environment while managing his profession

Song of the Sky Pacers

In the Chen dynasty, Consort Jing gives birth to fraternal twins under an auspicious celestial sign. The prince bears a distinctive cinnabar mole on his forehead, while his sister is born with six fingers. This moment of fortune is swiftly shadowed by calamity, forcing the newborn siblings onto radically divergent paths and tearing them from their family. One child is taken eastward to the mystical realm of Penglai to walk the arduous path of cultivation and transcendence. The other is left abandoned among the reeds, only to be found and raised by an old swordsman, journeying through the trials and wonders of the mortal world. As a heavenly tribulation approaches, the fates of these separat

Yachiru-san Grows When Praised

Yachiru is a Hasshakusama youkai living in the human world, but her existence is plagued by a modern problem. The public no longer sees her kind as terrifying monsters, but instead views them through a lewd lens. This widespread misconception has drained her power and caused her stature to shrink from her original, imposing height of 240 cm down to a mere 190 cm. Determined to restore her fearsome reputation, she studies horror films, yet each attempt ends in failure. Her fate changes during a trip to the cinema, where she meets Seiichirou, a young man who is a genuine fan of Hasshakusama legends. In his presence, Yachiru discovers a startling phenomenon: whenever Seiichirou sincerely prais

YanOta: The Delinquent and the Otaku

Saeki Kazuko is an ordinary adult otaku who cherishes her quiet, solitary life dedicated to two-dimensional characters. Her peace is shattered when her neighbor, Aikawa Ryuou, a delinquent-looking elementary school boy, begins persistently intruding on her world. Despite Kazuko's general dislike for both men and delinquents, Ryuou's earnest, if sometimes clumsy and slightly aggressive, approach challenges her preconceptions. An unexpected dynamic forms as this pure-hearted boy tries to connect with the reclusive otaku woman next door.

Syd Craft: Love is a Mystery

Syd Craft is a world-renowned detective, celebrated by the public for his brilliant mind and his ability to solve the most challenging cases. His reputation as a master of deduction is unmatched, and he thrives on the intellectual puzzles that come his way. However, Syd faces a problem that his formidable intellect cannot easily decipher: the mysteries of love. This new case, far more perplexing than any criminal investigation, forces the great detective into unfamiliar emotional territory.

Hatsukoi

Yuusa Hirono once carried the unshakeable belief that he was special, destined for a life of greatness. This conviction is shattered during his final year of middle school by a personal tragedy, leaving him jaded and disillusioned with the world. He resigns himself to a life of deliberate ordinariness, convinced that striving for anything more is a futile endeavor. His outlook begins to shift when he notices his classmate, Ichigo Himekawa. Unlike Yuusa, Ichigo continues to struggle and strive against all odds, pouring relentless effort into his goals. Witnessing this stubborn perseverance stirs something long dormant within Yuusa, awakening a desire to support and cheer for someone else's f

Talk to My Back

Chiharu lives in a Tokyo suburb, navigating the quiet isolation of her role as a housewife. Her days revolve around her two daughters, who are beginning to mature and seek their own independence, and a husband who works late and views her primarily as a domestic servant. The manga meticulously explores the fraying seams of Japan's suburban middle-class dream through Chiharu's perspective. It delves into her complex relationships within the family unit, portraying the tensions between domestic duty, personal identity, and the yearning for something more amidst the routine of everyday life.

Ameiro Kochakan Kandan

At the heart of this story is The Amber Teahouse, a cozy establishment run by the gentle Seriho. Her quiet routine is brightened by the arrival of Sarasa, a high school student who begins working there part-time. The teahouse becomes a shared space where their daily interactions slowly weave the threads of a deepening connection. As Sarasa navigates the complexities of her youth and Seriho reflects on her own path, their relationship evolves within the warm, inviting atmosphere of the shop. The narrative focuses on the subtle, growing feelings between the two women, exploring the delicate moments of understanding and affection that blossom during their time together.

Bloody Cross

Tsukimiya is a half-angel, half-demon hybrid, a being cursed by her impure lineage. To survive, she must consume pure demon blood, a desperate measure to stave off the fatal curse that threatens her life. Her path crosses with Hinata, a full angel, who proposes an alliance to hunt a dangerous vampire preying on humans. After defeating the vampire, Hinata takes the precious demon blood for himself, leaving Tsukimiya to succumb to her curse. In a final act of survival, Tsukimiya drinks Hinata's blood, now tainted with the vampire's essence. This act saves her but also transfers the lethal curse to Hinata, binding their fates together. Now sharing the same doomed countdown, the reluctant partn

Fairy Tail: Blue Mistral

Wendy Marvell, a young Dragon Slayer mage and new member of the Fairy Tail guild, embarks on her first solo mission with her feline companion, Charles. A mysterious job request leads them to Nanalu Village, only to discover the client does not exist. Instead, Wendy befriends Yoshino, a girl her age and the village's only other mage. The duo soon learns that the villagers are vanishing one by one, a phenomenon blamed on the curse of a dead dragon. Determined to prove her worth as a Fairy Tail wizard, Wendy resolves to help Yoshino investigate the disappearances. Her determination is tested as she must confront the ghostly dragon, a cursed mansion, and other perilous challenges that stand bet

Love Berrish!

Fifteen-year-old Yuuya Fukushima has always dreamed of living independently. Her wish comes true when she moves into the Strawberry Tree Dorm, an inn conveniently located next to her school. However, her new home is far from ordinary, populated by a cast of eccentric characters. Her peaceful life is upended by bizarre roommates, including a girl with no sense of personal space and a young man with an explosively short temper. Amidst the chaos, Yuuya finds a silver lining in a remarkably handsome and kind fellow resident, with whom she falls head over heels at first sight. Her already tumultuous life in the dorm grows even more complicated.

Lonely Castle in the Mirror

Kokoro, a junior high school student, has become a shut-in after years of severe bullying. Her isolated life is upended when her bedroom mirror suddenly shines, pulling her into a mysterious castle in another dimension. There, a girl in a wolf mask, known as Lady Wolf, informs Kokoro and six other children that they are to compete in a scavenger hunt. The prize is a single wish, granted to whoever finds the key to a hidden, wish-granting room. Bound by the castle's rules but free to come and go, the seven students begin exploring the vast, enigmatic castle. As they search for clues, an unexpected camaraderie begins to form among these lonely outcasts, each carrying their own burdens from th

Negative-kun to Positive-kun

Fujiwara-kun is an extremely negative young man, while Tachibana-kun is his overly positive counterpart. Despite their opposing outlooks on life, they are a couple deeply in love. Their daily routine is filled with simple, intimate moments, like holding hands during lunch and going on dates together. This manga follows the carefree and heartwarming tale of their relationship as it unfolds amidst the bustle of everyday life. It explores how their contrasting personalities interact, creating a dynamic that is both comedic and tender, as they navigate the small joys and challenges of being together.

K - Memory of Red

In Shizume City, a legend persists about a Red King, a figure of immense power said to have single-handedly founded the organization known as HOMRA. This group is composed of extraordinary individuals, and it is said that acceptance into its ranks grants one access to unbelievable psychic abilities. The city is a battleground in a subtle psychic war, where seven kings vie for influence and power. The story delves into this conflict, exploring the dynamics of HOMRA and the weight of the legacy left by the enigmatic Red King.

Sugar Soldier

Makoto has spent her entire life living in the shadow of her stunningly beautiful older sister. Determined to forge her own identity and make a memorable high school debut, she strives to step out from that long shadow and be seen for herself. Her plans are thrown into chaos when her famous sister makes an unexpected appearance at her school. Amidst this personal turmoil, Makoto's life takes another turn upon meeting a charming and popular upperclassman, whose presence sends her heart into a frantic, unfamiliar rhythm.

Mardock Scramble

Rune Balot is a young prostitute living on the streets of the harsh, cyberpunk metropolis of Mardock City. Her life takes a dark turn when she is taken in by the enigmatic casino manager Shell Septinos, only for him to brutally attempt to murder her, leaving her on the brink of death. Rescued by the mysterious Dr. Easter, Balot is revived through an experimental cyberization procedure known as Mardock Scramble 09. The process grants her superhuman abilities, including the power to control electronic devices, but costs her her voice. Partnered with a self-aware, shape-shifting tool named Oeufcoque, she is given a new lease on life. Now transformed into a cyborg, Balot must navigate her trau

Time Killers: Kazue Kato Short Story Collection

Time Killers is a collection of diverse short stories from the mind of Kazue Kato. The volume features eleven distinct one-shots, each exploring different facets of the supernatural and action genres, from tales of strange creatures and warriors to quirky slice-of-life scenarios. Among these stories is the original pilot chapter for Ao no Exorcist, titled 'Miyama Uguisutei Jiken.' This story follows Monaka, a young heiress who, after her parents' death, finds herself under the care of a sadistic and controlling uncle. Her bleak existence takes an unexpected turn with the arrival of an unusual exorcist who claims the mansion is haunted by a demon, setting the stage for a supernatural confron

MS.ITSUYA

In a quiet rural town, Toki is a middle school student burdened by hardship. With his parents absent and his grandmother's health failing, he faces the heavy responsibility of leaving school to support her. His life takes an unexpected turn when the school intervenes, leading him to live with the new substitute art teacher, Itsuya Tsuruta, and her enigmatic housemate, Kon. Itsuya is a peculiar teacher with no conventional artistic talent, but she possesses a gentle, mysterious power. As Toki becomes drawn into her world, he witnesses how she uses this subtle magic to touch the lives of those around her, offering solace and resolving the hidden troubles of students and their families. Throug

A Gentle Noble's Vacation Recommendation

Lizel, a composed young nobleman, finds himself mysteriously transported to a city that resembles his own but exists in a completely different world. Unfazed by this extraordinary situation, he calmly accepts his new reality. His first order of business is to understand this unfamiliar land, and to that end, he hires Gil, a rugged and experienced adventurer, to act as his guide and bodyguard. With no immediate way to return home, Lizel decides to treat his unexpected displacement as an extended vacation. He joins the local adventurer's guild alongside Gil, embracing the chance to experience a thrilling new lifestyle far removed from his previous duties. As they undertake quests and navigate

Eat and Sleep Together, Live Together

Ritsuko and Shuichi have been a couple for ten years and have shared a home for eight. Their relationship has deepened beyond mere romance, placing them on the precipice of marriage. Yet, as they navigate this committed stage of life, the mundane realities of cohabitation begin to surface. The couple must confront the unavoidable, everyday challenges of domestic life, from the intimacies of their 'night life' to the practicalities of shared meals. These ordinary moments become the testing ground for their bond, exploring what it truly means to build a future together.

Horang's Nightmare

A chilling collection of short horror tales explores the unsettling feeling of being watched, the dread of darkness, and the ghosts that lurk in everyday spaces. From a haunted school stairwell to a malevolent presence in a household refrigerator, these stories tap into primal fears. Each narrative isolates a common location or situation—a highway gas station, an elevator, a playground—and twists it into a scenario of supernatural terror. The anthology masterfully builds tension through mundane settings turned sinister, questioning what might be hiding just out of sight.

Spirit of Wonder

China is a young woman of extraordinary beauty, the kind that inspires songs and stargazers. Her presence is as dazzling as fireworks and as sudden as lightning, and it strikes Jim Floyd, the technical assistant to the eccentric Professor Breckenridge, with profound admiration. Jim is so captivated that he would give China the moon if he could. As it turns out, within the world of mad science and wonder that surrounds the Professor, such a grand gesture might not be an impossible dream. The series unfolds through a collection of twelve chapters, blending nine distinct short stories with three focused on Miss China herself, all exploring themes of scientific curiosity, melancholy, and the va

Girl in the Birdcage

Yeonkwang Arts High School operates under a strict hierarchy, where the Gifted and Talented program lavishes its chosen students with funding, training, and exclusive opportunities, while the rest are left to struggle on their own. In this world where talent equates to power, Chung-eun, a student from the privileged program, finds herself unexpectedly drawn to Yumi, who exists outside its elite circle. As Chung-eun becomes increasingly captivated by Yumi's charm, their growing connection begins to challenge the school's rigid social order. However, Yumi's motivations are not as transparent as they seem, harboring a hidden agenda that complicates their relationship. Their romance unfolds as

Akuyaku Reijou wa Kiraware Kizoku ni Koi wo suru

After dying in a traffic accident, a young woman named Eri Aikawa awakens to find herself reincarnated as Eris, the villainess of the otome game she had been playing. Knowing the grim fate that awaits her character, she resolves to use her foreknowledge to change the story and avoid her destined bad ending. Despite her efforts to alter the course of events, she finds herself abandoned by the prince as the original plot seems determined to reassert itself. Her struggle for survival reaches a critical point when she is attacked by thugs, her life hanging by a thread until a mysterious young man intervenes. This encounter promises to be a turning point, challenging the predetermined narrative

Itsuwaribito

Utsuho's childhood honesty once led to a terrible disaster, a traumatic event that made him vow to live by lies from that day forward. Raised in an orphanage by a monk, he grows into an unrepentant troublemaker, his natural talent bent entirely towards mischief and deception. The monk's teachings eventually inspire Utsuho to use his skills for a noble purpose: to help people. However, true to his vow, he has no intention of walking a path of honesty. Instead, Utsuho embarks on a journey where his cunning and talent for falsehood become his primary weapons to fight for justice and protect the innocent.

Sakurasaku Shoukougun

After more than eight years apart, childhood friends Wakatake and Kagetora are unexpectedly reunited. Wakatake is a serious and studious young man, diligently preparing to one day take over his parents' medical clinic. Kagetora, by contrast, is impulsive and combative, preferring street fights to classroom learning. Their lives collide when Kagetora announces her goal: to gain entrance into one of the country's most prestigious high schools to pursue a romantic interest. To pass the rigorous entrance exam, she needs the academic help of the very friend she hasn't seen in years. Wakatake must now balance his own disciplined path with the chaotic request of his former friend, forcing two vast

Heroine? Saint? No, I’m an All-Works Maid (And Proud of It)!

Melody, a young woman reincarnated from modern Japan, has one clear dream in her new life in the kingdom of Théolas: to become the world's most wonderful maid. She throws herself into her work as an all-purpose maid for a poor count's family, using her formidable, yet seemingly mundane, magical skills to perform miracles. From brewing exquisite tea from cheap leaves to single-handedly restoring a dilapidated mansion, her dedication to cleaning, serving, and DIY knows no bounds. Unbeknownst to Melody, this world is actually the setting of an otome game, and she is its destined heroine, the supremely powerful Saint. However, she remains completely oblivious to this grand destiny and the roman

The Honor Student Wants to Go Against the Red Thread of Fate

Miyanari is a model honor student whose orderly life is upended when he suddenly gains the ability to see a red thread of fate. To his dismay, it connects him to his classmate Hashiba, a notorious delinquent. Convinced there has been a cosmic mistake, Miyanari is determined to reject this destined pairing outright. Yet, the mystical thread seems to have a will of its own, orchestrating a series of unlikely encounters between the two. From Hashiba tending to Miyanari's injuries to them being trapped together in confined spaces, the two are constantly thrown into each other's paths. Through these forced interactions, Miyanari's initial prejudice begins to crack. As they spend more time toget

Excel Saga

Excel and Hyatt are two earnest young women living in Fukuoka, working menial jobs to fund their true calling. They are operatives of the secret organization ACROSS, dedicated to conquering the city under the command of their charismatic leader, Il Palazzo. Unbeknownst to them, ACROSS is far from the global powerhouse they imagine, consisting of little more than Il Palazzo himself, a dilapidated basement headquarters, a few unpaid interns, and a stray dog. Their missions to seize control of Fukuoka are constantly derailed by their own incompetence, bizarre circumstances, and the sheer absurdity of the world around them. As they navigate this chaotic struggle, the manga satirizes a wide spec

King Of Wolves

Kyoko's boyfriend, Iba, a young historian, vanishes without a trace during his research expedition along the ancient Silk Road. Determined to find answers, Kyoko travels to the same remote region a year later. There, she discovers a personal charm she once gave Iba, only to be pulled through a mysterious vortex that sends her spiraling through time. She awakens in 13th-century Mongolia, under the brutal reign of Genghis Khan. To her shock, she finds Iba alive, but transformed into a warrior-slave fighting for survival in this harsh, unfamiliar era. As they struggle to reunite in this dangerous world, they soon realize that their ordeal is only beginning, and even greater trials await them.

Hal

Kurumi's life shatters when her beloved Haru dies in a plane crash, leaving her consumed by grief and unable to move forward. To help her recover her will to live, an android designated Q01 is provided to her, crafted in the exact likeness of her lost lover and taking the name Hal. As Kurumi begins a new daily life with this artificial Hal, she finds herself gradually opening up, sharing memories and moments that slowly mend her broken spirit. This fragile peace, however, is built on a foundation of profound loss and the unsettling presence of a perfect replica, forcing Kurumi to confront the nature of her love and the haunting question of whether healing can truly come from a substitute.

This Villain Emperor's Gotta Charm the Male Lead to Survive!

Yuan Xiao, once a powerful CEO, finds himself reborn into the world of a novel he loved, now inhabiting the body of its villainous emperor. His death is already foretold: he is destined to be killed by the story's male lead, the captive Prince Heqing Yan, who has sworn vengeance for the conquest of his kingdom. Trapped in the role of a tyrant with a death sentence hanging over him, Yuan realizes his only chance for survival is to drastically alter the original plot. Determined to avoid his grim fate, Yuan embarks on a desperate mission to charm and appease the very hero sworn to destroy him. However, as he navigates this dangerous game of changing hearts and allegiances, the complex dynamic