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Ichirou Inuyashiki is an old father worn down by the hardships of life, rendering him helpless and weak. Although he is friendless, unloved by his family, and diagnosed with cancer, he decides to try living his best life and adopts a dog. However, while walking his dog one night, the reality of his hopeless situation settles in and he breaks into sobs in a park. But that sadness is short-lived, as an encounter with an extraterrestrial object leaves him with a healthy yet mechanical body. Unsettled by the foreign body and his inability to cry anymore, Inuyashiki starts to believe he has lost his humanity. However, one night, he saves a homeless man from death, and the sight of the happy and grateful man moves him to tears—proving to him that he is still a human. From that moment onward, Inuyashiki resolves to put his new power to use for the purpose of saving those in need. Unfortunately, his joy does not last for long, for he finds that there is a new threat determined to revel in its own newfound power through horrifying means. Thus, Inuyashiki's mission turns from being a small-time neighborhood hero to a guardian against a thriving monster. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
At the age of sixteen Ryo Narushima was a genius and looked to have no trouble of getting into Tokyo University and joining the elite of society. However, that summer something cracked inside Ryo's head. With a small knife he brutally murdered both of his parents only leaving his sister alive and cowering in a corner. It is at this grotesque incident that our story begins. (Source: MU)
Beauty is revered and idolized throughout the world. This is how it has always been, and it is no different for Kasane Fuchi's late mother, Sukeyo—a famous stage actress whose charming image and acting prowess have captivated the world. Kasane aspires to be an actress like Sukeyo once was. Yet, although she possesses incredible acting abilities, Kasane looks nothing like her mother. In fact, her visage leads many people to wonder if the two are even related. Due to her appearance, Kasane is bullied and ostracized by her peers at school. This makes her dream seemingly impossible to achieve, where good looks are assets in the acting industry. However, Kasane's life takes a turn for the better when she remembers her mother's words—to wear her lipstick and kiss whoever she desires. Much to Kasane's astonishment, the first person she kisses while wearing the lipstick causes her to temporarily switch faces with them. Now given a chance to pursue her ambitions, to what lengths will Kasane use this newfound power? [Written by MAL Rewrite]
After an incident that left Kou Fujimura grievously injured; losing sight from both eyes, the college student undergoes surgery and miraculously survives. However, this event significantly changes Kou's life, as he gains extrasensory perception abilities. Soon, a woman appears, and the boy's life changes overnight. (Source: MU)
In a world where some of humanity possesses special abilities, those who use their powers for truth and justice are called "heros," and those who use them for evil are called "fiends." In the midst of all this, the unemployed youth Chiaki, who is taking care of his younger siblings, is looking for a job. One day, on his way to a job interview, he notices the presence of a pervert and without thinking twice, jumps in to help the victim. This sense of justice is what leads Chiaki into a battle between good and evil, truth and deceit, and light and darkness. (Source: MU)
Hiroki Endo's series tells the story of two old friends, Meguru Takayanagi and Takashi Yamabuki, who after a long time meet each other again at an amateur shooto mixed martial arts contest. While Meguru only practices MMA for fun, Takashi is pursuing a serious goal. Even though each of them has their own reason to fight, both are becoming stronger with each match... Universally praised for its realism and accurate depiction of martial arts, All Rounder Meguru is one of the first manga to provide a glimpse into the energetic and exciting world of modern MMA. (Source: Kotonoha)
Following a brutal rejection of his first love confession, 17-year-old Yuuki Shibuki is left in tears at the park, with nothing to do but curse his misfortune. He was told he was too short and feminine—all of which Yuuki is painfully aware of, but he is still inconsolable. That is, until a tall, hooded stranger plays a beautiful melody on their guitar, lifting Yuuki out of his misery. Although moved by the guitarist, Yuuki's feelings linger. When he returns to the park for some peace and quiet, a tall, gorgeous girl sits next to him, asking if he has gotten over his heartbreak. Introducing herself as Chikako Takamine, she reveals that the song he heard was hers—and it was written specifically for him. Surprised yet grateful, Yuuki accepts the friendly gesture, and the newfound friendship between the two marks the beginning of a beautiful relationship. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
The cyber-martial arts saga that has spanned a solar system and over two decades in print returns, with creator Yukito Kishiro's new sequel that reveals the true story of Alita's childhood on Mars, and the mind-bending adventures that still await her...For centuries, war has raged on the dusty, red surface of Mars. This apocalyptic crucible will produce the solar system's most fearsome warrior, Alita. But for now that warrior is just a little girl named Yoko. The future and past of the battle angel fan out across the reaches of space in the final chapter of one of the greatest sci-fi epics of all time! (Source: Kodansha USA)
Born twelve years apart, siblings Koshiro and Nanoka were separated when their parents divorced and moved to different parts of Japan; as a result, they both grew up hardly aware of the other's existence. The story begins when 15-year-old Nanoka moves to Tokyo to live with her father and brother, the latter being 27 years old and employed by a marriage-arranging company. Koshiro first encounters Nanoka on the train one morning, and returns her dropped train pass. Despite their age difference, they feel a brief spark of connection before they go their separate ways. Soon after that, they encounter each other once again near an amusement park, where they go on an impromptu date. While riding the Ferris wheel, the two open their hearts to each other and discuss their recent romantic woes. Nanoka comforts Koshiro when he breaks down and cries, and he realizes that he is very attracted to her. Right after the date, they meet their father, and are startled to realize they are siblings. Koi Kaze is about Koshiro's love for Nanoka, his conflicting drive to obey societal norms, and Nanoka's growth into womanhood and her growing feelings for her brother. (Source: Wikipedia)
A story of a young man who lacks a sense of reality after being dumped by his lover. He was visiting a seminar on cultural anthropology with his fellow classmates when he discovers an ancient wall painting, but afterward, a cave-in occurs cutting them off from the the path they have come from. When they find the second exit, they find themselves in a world where mammoths and other ancient giant mammals have dominated it. (Source: MU, edited)
Follow the final moments of the Shinsengumi first squadron captain, Okita Souji, as the author tells his version of the story.
On one particular day, a high school student, Shuichi, saves a magical fairy Sylphy from drowning in a pond. When Sylphy offers to grant one wish out of gratitude, Shuichi immediately asks for a "cute childhood girlfriend." Sylphy then turns Shuichi's childhood male friend, Iori, into a girl...! The newly female Iori is surprisingly cute...! (Source: MU)
Narumi Rokurou is still adrift in life in his forties, unmarried, and working as an editor at a publishing company while writing hardly lucrative literary fiction. His days enjoying life at his own pace are brought to an end one summer night, when a strange twist of fate brings Rokurou together with a mysterious beauty, beginning the story of their crazed love. (Source: Batoto)
The story follows Kiyoha, sold into a brothel as a child and forced to work as a maid and her rise to prominence as one of the top-ranking courtesans in Yoshiwara. The allure of the "flower and willow world" as it was called by artists in the day is underscored by the very real tragedy, heartbreak and difficult lives led by those seemingly glamorous courtesans. Will Kiyoha's fox-like wiles give her a chance to break free of her gilded cage? Or will her fighting spirit ruin her chances of ever escaping the brothel? (Source: Vertical)
In the vast metropolis of Tokyo, 20-year-old Yukiyo Fujimoto has resigned himself to a loveless life. He is only a temporary worker with no dreams, aspirations, or expectations whatsoever. Yukiyo finds himself coming into sudden contact with various women he has known from the past: Natsuki Komiyama, an unrequited love; Aki Doi, a crush from a previous job; Itsuka Nakashiba, a friend he had shown interest in; and Naoko Hayashida, a former delinquent classmate whose behavior charms and intrigues him. Remembering a similar occurrence of events happening to an acquaintance, Yukiyo begins to wonder whether it's finally time for his "moteki," a period of time in a person's life when they suddenly and inexplicably become greatly attractive to their romantic interests. Said to happen only a few times in one's life, Yukiyo finds himself incentivized to chase after love with a vigor he had never felt in his life before. Will the luckless Yukiyo finally find the exciting and fulfilling romance he had given up on? [Written by MAL Rewrite] Included one-shot: Volume 1: Linda Linda
The central plot revolves around a man named Bunshichi Tanba, a dojo-crasher who seeks stronger fighters to prove his strength to himself. While traveling to several schools and challenging the best each had to offer, Tanba came to the FAW (a gym that trains pro-wrestlers) and is pitted against T. Kajiwara. Tanba is defeated and humiliated after realizing that he is not strong enough and disappears for 3 years. Upon his return, he has become nearly unbeatable.
Ichi is a lone goze (blind woman singer) who has become separated from her traveling entertainment troupe. Wondering how she will find her place in life, she carries only a shamisen (a traditional Japanese stringed instrument) and a walking stick with a hidden blade inside. When necessary, she uses her exceptional sword skills to fight off yakuza and other villains. (Source: MU)
The lead character, Jimmy (Katsuya Oonishi) is an art student at Bara-Gaku ('Bara Juuji Gakuin'; Rose-Cross Academy). When he was little, he almost drowned, but was saved by a tattoo artist. From that day, Jimmy vowed to become a tattoo artist (because tattoos signify 'a hero' to him). Jimmy's a decent person by nature, but because of the people he hangs out with, he's considered a delinquent. Banko, his partner-in-crime, is a shrewed kid; he sells information on the popular girls (phone numbers, likes and dislikes, etc) in the area. Despite the delinquent exterior, Banko is actually really smart and has broad general knowledge. As the story progresses, Jimmy and Banko meet new people and they form a gang of their own; along the way they bump heads with other gangs from other schools/districts. This manga is not the typical high school-slice-of-life story; it's got a rougher edge! This manga depicts some high school delinquents trying to get through high school life and gang fights. (Source: Mangahelpers) Included one-shot: Volume 17: Smile (with Nagata Kouichi)
Gen Kinokura loves camping solo. He enjoys the quiet solitude away from the hustle and bustle of the city, and being able to appreciate nature all by himself. But on one camping trip, his solitude is broken by the appearance of Shizuku Kusano, a young woman who wanted to camp solo herself, but is ill-prepared and completely out of her league. While he tries to to get her to go home so he can camp in peace, she refuses, and stubbornly insists on accompanying him on future camping trips until she's ready to camp solo. Thus Gen and Shizuku's days of solo camping together begin. [Written by Denji]
Sakuma is a college student who works part time at the Akutabe detective agency. There she does regular office work for private investigator Akutabe. However, Sakuma soon learns that Akutabe is no ordinary detective, but in fact a demon detective. He is able to summon demons through the use of a grimoire and use each of their special abilities by providing an offering. He uses their magical powers to solve the case he is working on and he wants Sakuma to start learning demon summoning. As Sakuma begins her journey to be a demon detective, little does she know the repercussions of using demons... (Source: MU)
Ever since that day, Neri Ooishi's resolved not to make friends. She's fifteen years old and plays volleyball at Hakuunzan Private Academy Middle School, which is known for producing top players of the sport. Neri's doing everything she can to hold herself back, including hiding that she was the captain of a team that took second place in a national tournament when she was in elementary school. While she's immersed in this team sport, why should Neri have to kill herself? What keeps her from quitting volleyball in spite of that? Get ready for an ensemble volleyball drama! (Source: Kodansha Comics USA)
Due to their mother's frequent absence, 11-year-old elementary school student Minato Myoujin and his younger sister, Nagisa, are often left alone in their apartment. The only company that keeps the young siblings optimistic is their neighbor, Futaba Tachibana, and the local shrine's puppy, Zarame. Even with their mother's sporadic presence in their lives, Minato knows that she always eventually comes back home. After an unusually long two-week absence, Minato's mother returns just in time for Nagisa's birthday. To celebrate the occasion, the three go to the amusement park. However, the siblings' mother leaves them in the Ferris wheel, walking off into the rainy night just before thunder strikes two of the ride's cars. When he regains consciousness, Minato realizes that he has switched bodies with someone—a man wanted by the police for murder! Now on the run, Minato must find a way to return to his body in order to protect his sister. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Yoake Itaru, 38, divorced. Profession: Investigator and confidential informant for an insurance agency. Specialty: Cases others tend to avoid. Every day there are mysterious "accidents" that are actually clever cover-ups of suicides and murders. And the parties concerned will appeal to him. And so, the colorless days of this man will continue... (Source: MU)
Love blooms at Jurassic Academy.
In this previously uncollected chapter from 2003, Gon observes the lives of a family of pygmy hippos.
Mariko Kazunori (Nori) is a 28-year-old man who hated bicycles until he almost runs over road-racer Oda Rin. After meeting with her and her weird family, everything goes wrong for this pitiful hero. His license gets revoked and he is forced by his friends to start bicycling.
This is the sequel to the popular Kindaichi Shounen no Jikenbo franchise, set 20 years after the original version. Hajime is no longer a student detective, but is a poor office worker who has to deal with the daily pains of adulthood. No longer wanting to solve cases anymore, he keeps his head down and tries to go about his daily work as quietly as possible. But crime never takes a break, and it isn't long before Kindaichi gets dragged into cases that occur around him. Starting off the new series, we revisit Uta Island, for the fourth edition of the Opera House Murder Case, where the Phantom of the Opera is planning a bloody revenge. (Source: MU)
A boy meets a girl in a world where nothing and no one moves, except for them. Why?
Ritsu is a beautiful waitress working at a cafe. Being a young and attractive woman, she is incredibly popular among male customers. However, Ritsu only has eyes for one person: Yoshito Kashiwagi, a patron who only visits the cafe on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Suspicious of Yoshito, the coffee shop's manager is strongly opposed to Ritsu's affection for him; not only is Yoshito significantly older, but he also works at the gangster office across the street. Despite her overflowing fondness for him, Ritsu does not know anything about Yoshito. Yet, there is one thing she is sure about: she is head over heels for him. With only the cafe to close the distance between her and Yoshito, Ritsu is determined to learn more about the person she admires, no matter how many Tuesdays it takes. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Ogata Kiwa is a mediocre male university student you can find anywhere. Not skilled at job hunting, he is always scolded by his hardworking girlfriend Mahiro. Kiwa has a secret he didn't tell anyone about—he carries the "power to make wishes come true." But this dangerous power goes hand in hand with compensation. It's a secret he silently carries inside himself. However, once he opens up to Mahiro about the existence of this power, little by little, the gears of their fates go amiss— (Source: Kodansha)
The continuing adventures of classic Arsene Lupin character created by Maurice Leblanc. Lupin is a Gentleman Thief and a master on disguise who solves cases while outwitting both the police and criminals during the Belle Époque years. The first chapter of the manga retells the first short story Leblanc published, "The Arrest of Arsène Lupin" (1905).
Set in the political unrest of 1960s Japan, a group of young revolutionaries seek to overthrow the world order by any means necessary. But the path they walk is not of glory, but infamy; the events that unfold will shock the nation of Japan to its very core! Weaving together both detailed research and dramatic elements, Yamamoto Naoki delivers a powerful new take on the most troubling and infamous episode of the history of Japan's radical left-wing student movement. (Source: MU)
Yato Tsurumi, a teacher at a preparatory school, has the ability to see the "ghosts of places." The afterimage of his old life with his missing lover, Kako, now stands in place of their house, which was washed away by a flood. Tsurumi then finds himself in charge of a new student, Ima, who is burdened by her ability to hear the "sounds of the dead." (Source: Kodansha, translated)
Mao Hosaka's father is a legendary guitarist. Her confidant Yokiko Hasekura is a talented, beautiful singer. The two high school girls become members of the college band Artago and use an old house to practice their music and prepare for live performances. Through Mao, who is haunted by her father's reputation, and her dialogues with Yokiko, readers witness the intensity of youth and musical performances brimming with realism. (Source: Japan Media Arts Festival)
Reika Ryuuzaki, daughter of the late diamond collector Yoshio Ryuuzaki, is a jewel specialist who fights with knuckles branded as "Krishna" in cases involving bad guys who rob or misuse jewels for their own gains. She has an advantage in fighting as she can summon spirits from certain jewels to aid Reika in making her a better combatant in the field. (Source: MU)
The title character is Arisu Tanigawa, an aircraft pilot who gained extraordinary flying skills under the expert tutelage of her father when she was young — but who also has some issues. Arisu's life changes when she has a chance encounter with a mysterious boy on the same airplane she is piloting. (Source: MU)
"Holmes Agency" is a private detective office known as the "Big-Eating" Detective Office. Seiya Takano, who is known for have a huge appetite, gets assigned to this office as the new leader. Ryousuke Noda and Kyouko Izumi, both also having a big appetite work under Seiya. Murder, robbery, and kidnapping—many incidents occur around them. And the three solve each of the many cases in a most surprising way—their appetite results in marvelous speculations! They eat at the murder scene. They eat on the track. They even eat dog food! They keep on eating and eating, not even listening to the witness. Everywhere they go, they eat and eat and eat! And every time after finishing, the criminal appears. KUITAN is the words "Big-Eating" and Detective combined together. "Real Gourmet" plus "Real Mystery." The big-eating detectives are on the run, solving cases from their deep knowledge about food. (Source: MU)
Eight years ago, Hasegawa murdered and dismembered a wealthy man to steal his vast fortune. He would have gotten away scot-free if not for his accomplice, Mimura, who confessed to their crime as part of a plea deal. Now out of prison, Hasegawa swears vengeance on Mimura and begins to look for his former companion. Unfortunately, much to Hasegawa's displeasure, Mimura seems to be evading him. During his desperate search, Hasegawa overhears two girls talking about a fortune teller who can read palms and redraw anyone's destiny. Although skeptical, Hasegawa decides to try his luck with the fortune teller in order to find Mimura once more. Little does Hasegawa know that he will soon be facing retribution for his past actions in the most unlikely ways possible. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
The manga centers on Shin Kiba, a middle school student who accepts his destiny as a human weapon in order to fight evil and protect Japan. (Source: ANN)
Sennoki Kentarou thinks of himself as a would-be novelist but is actually a NEET living at an old house belonging to his family in Tokyo. By refusing to visit his grandparents' village to participate in a festival he angers a certain Shinto deity. (Source: MU)
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After being killed by a passing robber, a normal 37-year-old guy finds himself reincarnated as Kousaku Shima in 1984.
Miko Hakaba, Sako Boseki, and Koko Furuido are elementary school students in a class comprising those who can use special powers. Informed by their new teacher that he is looking for the strongest student to become "Banchou," willing members of the class pair off and begin fighting each other. Quickly, the three girls are the only ones left standing. Just as they are about to determine the ultimate victor, a youkai attacks the school. As it turns out, this special class was created to exterminate youkai that threaten humanity, and the Banchou is the one who will lead the fight against these enemies. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
The happy daily life of Muco, a not-too-bright Akita dog, and her owner Komatsu-san the glass-blower. (Source: MU)
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Depressed after failing his medical school entrance exams, Tetsu Sakura is spending the summer taking care of his late grandmother's home. While out on a walk with his dog, Tetsu witnesses a Zero Fighter plane fly through the sky and land in a field. Crawling out of the plane is Haruyuki Onaga—a heavily injured man who believes World War II is still raging around them. As Tetsu tends to Onaga's injuries, the actual identity of this strange man remains a mystery. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Sentient vegetable Killer Tomato aims for peak surrealism, but the other tomatoes believe that its surrealism is not genuine enough. Meanwhile, Ripe Banana—who annoys Killer to no end—does not desire to be eaten by a human or a monkey. From getting stacked the wrong way on a shelf by a high school part-timer to wasting away in a vegetable bin, these sassy produce always know when to strike back. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Yuugo Beppu is a master negotiator and mediator. Fluent in five languages, Socratic wit, and a deep understanding of human nature combined with top-level international connections make him a formidable operator. (Source: MU)
The story is set in modern day downtown Tokyo. Our heroine Handa Sen, known as “Osen,” is the star hostess of the longstanding Isho-an, everyone’s favorite restaurant in the town of Kasagi-no-yado. Osen not only loves sake and looks sexy in kimono, but she’s also a “jill” of all trades: She’s a master chef, entertainer and potter, as well as an art connoisseur. The comic is about how Osen settles all the happenings surrounding Isho-an. Sometimes she resolves them with the Japanese spirit of “wa,” or by just being plain logical. The artist’s delicate depiction of our heroine Osen in kimono, various craft including pottery and food is a highlight of this manga (source: Kodanclub.com)
Sick of his job and the city, Youhei "Kuma" Sakuma has a grand plan—to start anew in the countryside and live off the land. Thing is, he hasn't told his wife yet, nor does he know the first thing about growing rice. Between crooked houses, swarms of bugs, and grueling work under the sun, the city slicker Kuma and his wife Miyu get a crash course in country life. But at the end of the day, with beer in hand as they take in the sights, they begin to understand that country life can be real hard, but real good. (Source: Kodansha USA)
Aoba Hagoromo is a mangaka best known for her series revolving around delicious meals. Nichiro Inaba is assigned to be her assistant, but discovers a shocking secret: Hagaromo-sensei is a massive canned food nut! (Source: Kodansha, translated)
Even superheroes get hungry. Superman, the strongest man on Earth, gets his daily pleasures through Japanese lunches. When he hears his stomach rumble with his exceptional hearing, he strips off his business attire in a back alley and flies off to a Japanese restaurant. From warming Kamameshi with his heat vision to forming a Justice League with the ingredients of Tendon, Superman's lunchtime is always great! (Source: Kodansha, translated)
The story centers around Shintarou Taki, a boy who just entered high school. While wandering around looking for an after school activity to join, he comes across the wind instrument band. The members are all somewhat odd. Plus, there is a secret within the band that no one else knows. (Source: ANN)
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The hero and author of Sanzoku Diary is Okamoto Kentarou. When he was young, he lived out in the country, and he knew an old man who was a hunter. In 2009, Kentarou was inspired to leave Tokyo and return to Okayama Prefecture to become a hunter himself. Using an air rifle and traps, Kentarou hunts, prepares and eats various animals. The manga covers all his hunting-related activities in close detail. (Source: MangaHelpers)
The manga follows three men—one who works for a foreign company, one who works for a "black company" (sweatshop-like working conditions), and one who is unemployed—and something that happens when they get together. In the preview image they ask the question "who among us is the most unfortunate?" (Source: ANN)
There used to be a legendary surgeon in Japan who simply went by the name K. His speed, accuracy and overall brilliantness were second to none and he helped a countless number of patients. However, five years ago, he disappeared, never to be heard from again. Now, a man who looks identical to the original K has appeared, claiming he is a descendant from a long line of shadow doctors that have been working behind the scenes. This new K is just as talented as the original one and has chosen to continue the work left by the old K. He has vowed as a doctor to uphold the importance of human life. (Source: MU)
Kamihara Kurusu who lost his consciousness found his soul in a time slip to Showa 16 (1941), the day battleship Yamato is launched. After realizing his situation, Kurusu sets out on a game to make Imperial Japan win the Pacific War. With the help of an ensign who can see and hear him, he shared his knowledge about the history of Pacific War to Yamamoto Isoroku, commander of the combined fleet. But in this game, his opponent is not just the United States, it's the force of history itself.
A new government project is starting, where former convicts are relocated to towns without the knowledge of the citizens who live there. The trial city is Uoboka, a small town that was once a busy seaport. Now, 11 former violent criminals are being relocated to the town, and the only ones who know are the mayor and his friends. What could go wrong? (Source: MangaHelpers)
The manga centers on Hayabusa, a girl who is actually a god. The story begins when Hayabusa is looking intently at a man eating croquettes in a park. When the man gives her a croquette, she sprouts mechanical wings and flies away. When the man returns the next day, Hayabusa is there to thank him and offers him a ride in the sky, for which she turns into a Ki-43 Hayabusa fighter plane to do so. (Source: ANN)
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Tama-chan is an affectionate way to say "testicle". But despite the name seems a gag, the story is sad, exciting and motivational, about the disease that attacked the author himself and made him lose his testicle. Much more than a history of disease, it is a story about overcoming.
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Haruka Ugawa is the most beautiful teacher at school. Her relationship with her beloved Yuu-kun is going smoothly, except for a big "nighttime problem." It is then that the troubled couple happen to meet Caramel-sensei. Their encounter with her begins to greatly change their fates! This is a story of teachers seriously grappling with their worries about sex!! (Source: Kodansha, translated)
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The story follows the "last battle" of the famous Japanese historical figure Hijikata Toshizou. It begins in 1868, both the first year of the new Meiji era, and the year before the Battle of Hakodate in 1869. (Source: ANN, edited)
Kurogou is a rather humorous manga about a black cat named Kuro and how he lives day by day with other cats and humans. However don't be fooled by its cutsy kitten characters, for this manga goes deep into many everyday issues such as loneliness, courage, life and death.
The story centers around Mr. Ajikko's son, Ajiyoshi Youichi.
A man stumbles upon a mysterious box in which a town of minuscule people from long ago live. (Source: MU)
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Tetsu Himokura is a scientist who specializes in the study of parasites. He loathes people and is very sadistic. Tetsu bought a huge botanical garden in Hakone which he converted into his home and lab. He holes up in the conservatory where he researches his favorite parasites. His right arm is fitted with a black robotic hand. However, it is not known how this artificial hand came about. He is an eccentric genius who solves a series of difficult cases with astounding scientific methods. (Source: Jdrama Weblog)
Final season on Yuugo Beppu, a negotiator who has never lost a case. His fluency in several languages and international connections help him keep his vow to complete every mission he takes on.
Set in 1995. A helicopter, operated remotely, is hovering in the sky over a nuclear power plant. The power company, prefectural government and media all receive a fax. The fax contains a threat that if the nuclear power plant is not taken offline the helicopter will be dropped. 10 hours is given as the deadline. Making the situation even more dire, a young child is in the helicopter. Kazuaki Yubara, who is the helicopter designer, and Yuichi Mishima, who is the nuclear power engineer, work frantically to save the child and find the criminal.
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In a world where humanity stopped progressing and started heading toward ruin, The Superior, Akane, and her group head toward India to find out about humanity's difficult future conclusion. At a village, Akane accepts a request to defeat a Youma at the mine where it is said to reside. The group encounters a young man; he has no feet and no "orb," which gives people their identity in this world. As he is a prince of the country of Sai, Akane suggests taking this mysterious young man along with them to India. (Source: Hundred Scans)
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Japan's population is becoming older. With the advances in medicine and technology, the average age of an individual has steadily risen, but the birth rate has dropped significantly since the "baby boomer" generation. This leads to a natural imbalance between the elderly versus the younger, working class population. What becomes necessary are people like Onda Momotarou to nurse the elderly gentlemen and ladies that are becoming increasingly senile. His introduction into the "industry" of taking care of the elderly was shocking. What he saw was an elderly man being tied down to a bed for his own safety, while the nurses and caretakers consider this a "necessary evil." Momotarou is determined to help the elderly and bring back their smiles. (Source: MangaHelpers)
Chigira Yuusuke is a young man who seems to have lost his memory. He spends his peaceful days working part-time and wearing a "Pale Rider" mask outside of work. One day, his life changes due to a fateful encounter with a young woman named Amemiya Miyako, who he meets shortly before an unexpected attack turns Tokyo into a sea of flames. What is the purpose of this attack, and could Amemiya hold the keys to unlock Chigira's past? (Source: MangaHelpers)
A boy reflects on his grandfather's life and his love of shogi. (Source: Lovely Strange Dark)
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Narasaki Genzou is a sculpter of holy icons for temples, and he takes his work very seriously. His friend Sakura, on the other hand, has a deep interest in the otaku culture of crafting figures. Sakura tries to convince him of the merit of otaku crafters, and he eventually concedes that both approaches to the art form represent work undertaken for the benefit of others. Now Genzou is beginning to explore the otaku subculture to further improve his skill... (Source: MangaHelpers)
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The story talks about two comedians, Matsuri Monta and Yogura Hikaru. The way and challenges they need in order to become professional comedians.
1-3. Daishoya Leofric no, (Public letter writer Leofric's...) 4. Seijo no Housei 5. Raccoon Dog Fleet 6. Doctor to Dragon
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Heavily based on the author's time as Daruma Matsuura's chief assistant, the story follows a manga assistant who not only helps a mangaka with her manga, but also makes uniquely prepared, delicious meals for the two of them. [Written by Denji]
Oyacocco centers around the relationship between a single dad and his child. (Source: ANN)
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After both separately being invited by a guy owning a bar to manage it, popular cabaret girl Suzu Miyake and genius bartender Shouko Amemiya arrive at the bar a few days before it's reopening... and realize that they've been tricked. However, since they each have nowhere to go, they commit to managing the bar together, but... (Source: Media Do International/Beaglee)
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