Manga

Filament ~Works of Yuki Urushibara~

Mitsuko Kunizaki, a single mother, inherits a small grocery store from her grandmother at the remote tip of a peninsula. Intending to close it and move on, her return to this solitary place, situated by the last bus stop, begins to stir long-buried memories. These recollections are of a lonely childhood and of the troubled individuals who once journeyed to this isolated spot. In a separate tale, a labyrinthine apartment complex confounds its new residents, leaving them perpetually lost within its corridors. Yet, guidance emerges from an unexpected source: a small, mysterious cat that knows the way home.

Sugar Apple Fairy Tale

In the Kingdom of Highland, fairies are enslaved by humans. Ann Halford, a young candy craftsman from the countryside, is determined to become a Silver Sugar Master. Her journey begins when she purchases her first fairy, moved by the cruel treatment she witnesses from its seller. To earn the prestigious title, Ann must travel to the annual Candy Fair and present a masterpiece. Her path is fraught with challenges, not only in perfecting her craft but also in navigating a world where the line between master and servant is strictly drawn, and where her compassion for her fairy companion may defy the established order.

...Under One Roof

High school freshman Yuzuriha Kyuuta made a childhood promise to marry his friend Ririko. After years apart since elementary school, he enrolls at her elite private academy, a former all-girls school that has just begun admitting boys, hoping to reunite with her. Upon arrival, Kyuuta discovers he must live in the girls' dormitory, and Ririko is its strict dorm head. To his shock, she shows no sign of remembering him or their past promise. Trapped in this awkward living situation, Kyuuta must navigate his new life while trying to reconnect with the girl who seems to have forgotten him entirely.

Kare ni Irai shite wa Ikemasen

Kagami Kizuna and his partner, Miya Midou, run the unlicensed Moguri Detective Agency, taking on cases that other investigators refuse. Kizuna possesses a unique and powerful form of empathy, allowing him to deeply connect with and even temporarily adopt the skills and emotions of others to solve mysteries. This ability, however, comes with a grave cost. Each use risks eroding Kizuna's own sense of self, a danger that Miya, who has stood by him since their school days, is fiercely committed to preventing. Together, they navigate a world of peculiar clients and supernatural oddities, often uncovering far more than their cases initially reveal.

Kigurumi-kun

Every Wednesday, university student Yuudai Shimaki encounters a man in a dog costume handing out balloons to children in the park. The costumed figure insists on giving a balloon to Yuudai as well, and despite his initial reluctance, Yuudai finds himself unable to refuse the offer. Their routine continues until one day, Yuudai receives a balloon with a note attached that simply reads, "I like you." This confession disrupts their simple weekly interaction, forcing Yuudai to confront the feelings of the mysterious person behind the mask, who has been trying to express emotions that began long before their meetings at the park.

Cats and Sugar Bowls

Cats and Sugar Bowls is a collection of nine short stories exploring unconventional facets of love and relationships between women. Each tale presents a unique scenario, from two friends whose playful innocence masks deeper desires, to a woman unexpectedly encountering her boss in a specialized club while searching for a partner who shares her specific romantic tastes. The anthology moves through various intimate moments and quiet revelations, set in everyday yet slightly magical backdrops like late-night laundromats or serene natural settings. These are not typical love stories, but nuanced glimpses into connection, fantasy, and the subtle complexities of the heart.

Mada, Ikiteru...

After dedicating his entire life to his company, sixty-year-old Kenzou Okada is abruptly dismissed from his job. The blow is compounded when his wife and children abandon him, leaving him alone and destitute. In the depths of despair, Okada attempts to take his own life, but fails. This failure becomes a strange turning point. He resolves to leave everything behind and start anew, seeking refuge in a forest that, in its own stubborn way, seems unwilling to let him die.

Azur Lane Queen's Orders

When the Commander of Azur Lane, the international naval alliance, collapses from severe exhaustion and falls into a coma, a crisis looms. To prevent panic and unrest within the base, the secretary ship Queen Elizabeth steps forward. She volunteers to secretly assume the Commander's duties, aided by her steadfast friend Warspite and a small, trusted group of shipgirls. Queen Elizabeth quickly discovers that leadership is a far more daunting challenge than she anticipated. Juggling the immense responsibilities while desperately concealing the Commander's true condition, she strives to keep operations running smoothly. Yet, as the strain mounts, suspicions among the other shipgirls begin to g

Ani-Imo

Youta and Hikaru are twins living together while their parents run the family bar. Youta, the responsible older brother, has taken on the household duties, while Hikaru is often misunderstood due to her quiet and seemingly emotionless demeanor. Their ordinary life is shattered when a sudden car accident causes them to wake up in each other's bodies. Now trapped in his sister's form, Youta makes a shocking discovery: Hikaru's true feelings are far from innocent. Empowered by her new male body, Hikaru begins to openly pursue her brother with a boldness she never had before. Youta must navigate this bizarre reality, facing his sister's relentless advances while desperately seeking a way to ret

Lie Cry Like

Nozomi Towada is a wildly popular actor, celebrated as the most beautiful man in the industry. Yet, behind his flawless appearance lies a deeply arrogant personality that has consistently pushed everyone in his life away. His aloof and demanding nature ensures he remains isolated, despite his fame. This dynamic shifts when Tani, following a direct order from Towada himself, is assigned as the actor's personal hair and makeup artist. Tasked with managing Towada's needs and image up close, Tani is thrust into the star's tumultuous world. As he attends to Towada's every detail, Tani finds his gaze increasingly, and inexplicably, drawn to the man's every movement, beginning a complex and intima

Anjou-san's Komaki-sensei Of The School Infirmary

Seto is an ordinary high school student whose quiet life is constantly interrupted by Anjou, a gyaru classmate who inexplicably takes an interest in him. Their interactions, however, are often observed from the sidelines by the school's nurse, Komaki-sensei. Komaki-sensei runs the school infirmary, serving as a therapist and confidante for the adolescents navigating various personal troubles. With a beautiful and calming presence, she provides a healing space, offering advice and comfort to the students who seek her out. The series focuses on Komaki-sensei's daily life as she gently guides the young people around her, including Seto and Anjou, through their high school worries and burgeoni

A Laid-back Camp in Another World

Hashira Ueki died from overwork, his life cut short by a tragic fall. In his childhood, he once helped restore a shrine dedicated to a plant god. In gratitude for this past kindness, the deity grants his final wish: to live a peaceful, laid-back life surrounded by nature, just as he did when he was young. The god's interpretation, however, proves to be extreme. Instead of a tranquil countryside, Hashira finds himself reborn in the heart of a vast, untamed wilderness, completely alone and surrounded by deep, endless forest. With no civilization in sight, his dream of a relaxing life now becomes a challenge of sheer survival. Armed only with his modern knowledge and a determined spirit, Hash

Four Options

Yoonha is a model student at an elite high school, for whom romance has always seemed like a trivial distraction from her studies. Her orderly world is suddenly upended when she finds herself confronted with four unexpected potential love interests. Faced with this surprising dilemma, her certainty begins to falter. The straightforward path of academic excellence now intersects with the confusing, unfamiliar territory of the heart, presenting her with a test for which there is no clear study guide.

Masuraou

In a small town near Osaka, an ancient tradition known as the Masuraou ceremony has been upheld for centuries. Each year, the men of the town compete using only their fists and courage to become the reigning king. Into this volatile environment arrives Takeshi Yamato, a high school student from Tokyo who is trying to leave his past as a gang leader behind and reinvent himself as an ordinary, respectable teenager. However, Takeshi's plan for a quiet life quickly unravels. His dangerous secret threatens to surface, pulling him back into a world of conflicts and brawls. Between navigating fierce local rivalries, complicated friendships, and unpredictable encounters, his dream of becoming a mod

Best Left Unwritten

Choi Sun-Woo and Ahn Hae-Jin come from starkly different worlds. Sun-Woo, born into a literary family with a professor father and a famous author mother, has a path to writing success laid out for him. In contrast, Hae-Jin has been fending for himself since high school, surviving through part-time jobs. Their lives intersect as the only two members of their school's creative writing club, forming an unlikely friendship. However, a dramatic fallout severs their bond, leading to years of separation. Fate brings them together again as adults, now working for the same publishing company. While they attempt to maintain a strictly professional relationship, their sudden reunion forces them to co

Shaman

In a world where the very fabric of reality is interwoven with magic, a profound and ancient threat has emerged: Curses. These malevolent forces spread darkness and corruption, posing an existential danger to all life. The fate of this world rests on the shoulders of a young shaman, who must awaken to his latent power and embrace a destiny far greater than he ever imagined. Setting out on a perilous journey, the shaman is not destined to walk this path alone. He gathers a band of companions, each with their own unique strengths and burdens, united by the common goal of confronting the Curses. Their bond will be forged in the fires of countless trials, as they face monstrous manifestations o

The Isolator

Seventeen-year-old Minoru Utsugi has yearned for absolute solitude since a childhood tragedy. When mysterious orbs from space shower Earth, one merges with his body, granting him extraordinary abilities. These powers—enhanced senses, incredible speed, and an invisible, protective shield—seem to fulfill his wish for isolation by pushing others away. However, this event has awakened similar powers in other individuals, known as Ruby Eyes, whose desires are far more twisted and dangerous. As a sinister force begins to threaten the few people Minoru cares about, he is forced into a conflict he never wanted. He must decide whether to cling to his longed-for solitude or use his newfound strength

The Master of Ragnarok & Blesser of Einherjar

Yuuto Suoh's life changes forever when he humorously tests a local shrine's urban legend with his childhood friend. Taking a selfie with a divine mirror, he is suddenly transported to a world deeply rooted in Norse mythology. There, he is taken in by the struggling Wolf Clan. Armed only with modern knowledge from his education and a solar-powered smartphone, Yuuto must navigate this ancient, war-torn land. His goal is to use his wits to raise the Wolf Clan from obscurity to power, a task that brings him into close contact with the Einherjar—magical warrior maidens whose loyalty becomes crucial to his survival and ambitions.

Steam Reverie in Amber

In a world suspended between past and future, a mysterious airship drifts through the skies, visible only to those whose hearts carry a hidden ache. This vessel is more than mere transport; it is a floating bookstore that sails among the clouds, a sanctuary for the wounded and a gateway to stories untold. Within this ethereal setting, the narrative weaves together tales of wonder and melancholy, introducing characters like the enigmatic steampunk zodiac girls and exploring a realm rich with magical machinery and symbolic divination. The journey becomes a poignant exploration of memory, longing, and the quiet solace found in a place between realities.

Dark Fantasy Sok Seonggisa

Eden has been trapped inside a notoriously difficult dark fantasy game for two years, living as a paladin in its medieval world. Through relentless struggle, he has managed to defeat 49 demons and is finally on the verge of progressing the game's main storyline. However, as he advances, the game world begins to fracture. Illogical irregularities emerge, narrative threads unravel, and his established relationships with NPCs start to change in unpredictable ways. Eden must navigate this collapsing reality, fighting not just to complete the game, but to survive its escalating chaos.

The Unfortunate "Trapper" Cast Out of the Hero's Party Will Defy Fate and Become the Strongest with the Unique Skill "Arrow"

Keiichiro was a member of an elite S-rank adventurer party, living in a world where dungeons emerged forty years ago. His childhood friend and party leader suddenly expels him, declaring him too weak because of his Trapper job, a support role deemed useless for its lack of offensive power. Stripped of his future and drowning in despair, Keiichiro sees no path forward as an adventurer. His fate changes when he encounters a mysterious girl who bestows upon him a unique skill called Arrow. This power fundamentally shatters the limitations of his Trapper class, unlocking potential he never imagined. Now, armed with this new ability, Keiichiro sets out on a journey, determined to reclaim his pla

Mad Cinderella

Teijin Sakuichi was born into one of Japan's wealthiest families, while Ryota Kishi comes from a modest, rough-around-the-edges household. Despite the vast social divide, they grew up as next-door neighbors and inseparable friends from kindergarten through middle school. Their bond is shattered when, in their final winter of middle school, Sakuichi suddenly proposes to Ryota before departing to study abroad without further explanation. After years of complete silence, Sakuichi abruptly reappears in Ryota's life, but he seems like a completely different person, leaving Ryota to wonder if their childhood promise has been forgotten.

Strange Dragon

Long ago, a dragon descended from the sky to become the guardian of the kingdom's king. Princess Hibana, seeking to reclaim her stolen throne, embarks on a perilous journey to find this legendary dragon, said to have ascended to the heavens a century prior. Her quest leads her to the dragon's palace, where she rescues a boy named Isara, who possesses a rare and genuine dragon scale. Isara is blunt, clumsy, and harbors a deep hatred for humans, his origins shrouded in mystery. As Hibana's path intertwines with his, a fragile bond begins to form, raising the question of whether he holds the key to her destiny and the power to become her protector.

Shinigami wo Tabeta Shoujo

Born into poverty in a remote village, Shera's life is shattered when soldiers of the Liberation Force attack her home. In that moment of desperation, she sees something astonishing behind her assailant: a Death God that appears strangely appetizing. Driven by instinct, Shera does the unthinkable—she devours the Shinigami before it can claim her life with its scythe. This act grants her extraordinary power and a colossal scythe of her own. Shera enlists in her Kingdom's Royal Army, becoming a formidable soldier on the war-torn battlefields. Her primary motivations are twofold: to fight against the enemy Imperial Army and, more urgently, to satisfy a profound and ceaseless hunger for delicio

Iyayoiyayo mo Kiss no Uchi

A young woman finds herself in an unexpected romantic predicament when her childhood friend confesses his feelings for her. While she values their long-standing friendship, she is unsure how to navigate this sudden shift in their relationship, leading to a mix of confusion, hesitation, and budding curiosity. As she grapples with her own emotions, the situation becomes more complicated by subtle misunderstandings and the pressure of defining what they truly mean to each other. The story explores the delicate space between friendship and love, capturing the awkward, tender moments as they both try to find their footing on this new path.

Houkago no Salome

When his classmate Naomi unexpectedly transfers to their Osaka art high school, Renji's pride as a diligent, gifted student is shattered by her unsettling and formidable talent. She asks for his help painting after school, leading them to a secluded art storage room where he becomes her quiet assistant. As they create increasingly eccentric and sensual artworks together, Renji is torn between admiration and a growing inferiority complex. Bluffing that he can match her, he finds himself painfully enthralled, wrestling with his own self-consciousness while their unusual after-school sessions deepen a complex connection.

Impersonation

Mario Ando feels like a total failure, invisible both at home and at school. He is unable to muster the courage to help his best friend, who is constantly bullied, even when the situation leads to a suicide attempt. His life seems hopeless and devoid of purpose. Everything changes when a mysterious bracelet arrives, granting him the power to "possess another person" through the use of a special sticker. This supernatural ability offers Mario a tantalizing escape: by becoming someone else, he could potentially attain everything he desires and change his miserable existence. However, this power comes with unforeseen consequences and moral dilemmas, plunging him into a complex web of identity,

I Kissed my Girlfriend's Little Sister?!

After a month of dating, the protagonist finally holds hands with his first girlfriend, Haruka. That same day, his life is upended when his father remarries and he gains a new stepsister, Shigure. To his shock, Shigure is the spitting image of Haruka because she is, in fact, Haruka's long-lost twin sister, separated from her due to family circumstances. Now living under the same roof, Shigure's presence introduces a complex and twisted dynamic into his budding relationship with Haruka. He finds himself entangled in a confusing situation, unable to confess the unsettling developments to his girlfriend as the lines between family and romance dangerously blur.

Happiness Rides a Broomstick

College freshman Kim Danjo lives a repetitive, uneventful life. Her routine is shattered during orientation when, on an errand for a senior, she witnesses a broom in a storage room transforming into a human girl. The mysterious being, a Dookkabei spirit, insists she has nowhere else to go and persistently asks Danjo for help. In a moment of happenstance, Danjo gives the broom spirit the name Eundohae, and the two begin an unlikely cohabitation in Danjo's tiny gosiwon room. In return for shelter, Eundohae makes a curious promise: to bring happiness into Danjo's monotonous world.

Rosario+Vampire: Prototype

Tsukune Aono is a high school student who, after failing to get into any other school, ends up enrolled at the mysterious Yokai Academy. This institution is secretly a school for monsters, where humans are strictly forbidden. On his first day, he accidentally bumps into Moka Akashiya, a beautiful and seemingly gentle girl who is, in fact, a vampire. Tsukune's human identity puts him in constant danger within the monster world. His budding friendship with Moka becomes his primary shield, as her immense power awakens when her rosary seal is removed. Together, they must navigate the perils of Yokai Academy, where every day brings a new supernatural threat and the constant risk of Tsukune's sec

The Black Cage Princess and the Yearning King

Setia is held captive by Azurite, a king known for his tyrannical rule. Despite having a fiancé who awaits her return, she finds herself the subject of the king's cruel and seemingly capricious attention, trapped within his palace. Beneath the king's merciless exterior, however, glimpses of something unexpected begin to surface. As Setia endures her confinement, the dynamic between prisoner and captor grows increasingly complex, blurring the lines between enmity and a dangerous, burgeoning connection.

Lasboss x Hero

Sagara Masamune is a struggling manga artist on the verge of canceling his supernatural battle series. In a desperate bid for a memorable finale, he decides to kill off his story's beloved heroine, Nina, in a dramatic fashion. While drawing this fateful chapter, Masamune is inexplicably pulled into the very world he created. Now trapped alongside his own protagonists, the exorcists Haru and Nina, he grasps at a single theory: to return to his reality, he must see the manga through to its planned conclusion, which means engineering Nina's demise within the narrative.

Mononobe Koshoten Kaikitan

Shoutaro, a man of few words, manages the Mononobe Koshoten used book store, spending his days reading while the efficient young boy Shiro helps with the work. This quiet, mundane facade hides his true occupation. Shoutaro's other job is the collection of certain unpleasant old books, a task that delves into the supernatural and eerie. This pursuit leads him into confrontations with mysterious forces and dark secrets tied to the volumes he seeks.

The Two's Monologue

Hinata is a shy and introverted student who prefers to keep to himself. By chance, he ends up sitting next to Mikage, a popular and outgoing 'gal' who seems to live in a completely different world. Despite their contrasting personalities, Hinata makes a startling discovery: Mikage was once his close friend during their elementary school days. Driven by a mix of nostalgia and loneliness, Hinata tentatively reaches out, hoping to reconnect with the person he used to know. However, bridging the gap between their current lives proves to be a significant challenge. Their attempts at communication often lead to awkward and humorous misunderstandings, as two very different worlds collide in the sh

Thus Spoke Rohan Kishibe Episode #16: At a Confessional

While traveling in Italy, manga artist Rohan Kishibe hears a disturbing story from a local priest. The tale recounts a chilling incident within a confessional, where a man's dark secrets intertwine with supernatural consequences. The narrative delves into the mysterious and often grotesque encounters that seem to gravitate towards Rohan, blurring the lines between sin, guilt, and otherworldly retribution. This standalone episode focuses on a single, haunting confession and its aftermath.

Cigarette Anthology: Menthol

Cigarette Anthology: Menthol is a collection of six short stories by different manga artists, each exploring the theme of cigarettes from unique perspectives. The anthology presents a diverse range of narratives, from personal reflections to speculative fiction, all linked by the common motif of smoking. These stories delve into the emotional and social dimensions associated with cigarettes, examining moments of solitude, connection, and transition in the characters' lives. The anthology uses this everyday object as a lens to explore deeper human experiences and societal observations.

Daily Life With an Elf From Another World

Eiichi Oribe, a young man without a job and feeling at the bottom of his life, picks up a mysterious stone in a park. When he opens his eyes, he finds himself atop a giant tree, holding a beautiful elf named Tia in his arms. In a desperate attempt to save her, they fall, and Eiichi loses consciousness upon impact. Waking up in a hospital, Eiichi is confronted by a public security officer named Kurokawa and Tia herself. He is then told a shocking truth about the situation, which completely upends his understanding of reality. This revelation is swiftly followed by a sudden and unexpected confession from Tia, throwing Eiichi's already chaotic life into further disarray.

Using My Cooking Skills in a Murim World

A young man with a dream of becoming the ultimate Chinese cuisine chef finds his life upended when he is inexplicably transported to ancient China during the Song Dynasty. Awakening in this unfamiliar era, he discovers he possesses no legendary martial arts skills—only the profound culinary techniques he mastered in his previous life. In a world governed by martial arts and power, his modern cooking knowledge becomes his sole weapon. As he begins to introduce dishes like jjajangmyeon to this ancient land, the reactions are unexpectedly overwhelming. Now, he must navigate this dangerous martial world, using his kitchen prowess to carve out a place for himself and captivate the hearts of the

A Girl Who Longed to Be a "Hero" Aims to Be a "Hero" Even If She Falls Into Becoming a Vampire

Rinslet is a new recruit in the Arbitration Knight Order, an organization dedicated to maintaining peace by hunting vampires across the world. Her life takes a drastic turn when she encounters Yuri, a vampire girl with silver hair and crimson eyes who possesses the terrifying power of a 'blood suit,' materializing her own blood into deadly weapons. Unlike any vampire Rinslet has known, Yuri uses this power to hunt and kill her own kind. Forced into a desperate pact to save her own life, Rinslet becomes Yuri's kin, transformed into a vampire herself. Now an abomination in the eyes of the very order she swore to serve, Rinslet must navigate her new reality. Her childhood dream of becoming a h

81diver

Kentaro Sugata is a Shinkenshi, a gambler who makes his living by playing high-stakes shogi in amateur clubs. Having failed to enter the professional league, he prides himself on being the strongest amateur player, diving deep into the 81-square universe of the board as taught by his former teacher. His confidence is shattered when he is decisively defeated by a formidable female Shinkenshi from Akihabara. This loss propels him into a new and intense struggle, where wild, unprecedented battles unfold across the shogi board, challenging his skills and his very approach to the game.