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bl mangas that don't miss

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bypixelatedreality
Aug 02 2022, 5:14 PM | Updated Jan 2, 10:29 PM
really just my fav bl mangas. please mind that some of these show/bring up triggering topics and/or are nsfw!

not on MAL:

Walk on Water - 9/10 a complete package of good pacing, writing, art, characters, etc. extremely nsfw tho. tw: rape, porn industry related exploitation
Boy Meets Maria
Manga, 1 vol, 2017 Me:- Author:9
sad, beautiful, and hopeful all in the same breath. also deals with gender identity issues!

tw: rape

Shimanami Tasogare

Our Dreams at Dusk: Shimanami Tasogare

Shimanami Tasogare
Manga, 4 vol, 2015 Me:- Author:10
not exactly bl, but definitely has mlm elements. more so about the queer community as a whole and i think everyone should read this tbh!

Cupid ni Rakurai

Cupid Is Struck by Lightning

Cupid ni Rakurai
Manga, 1 vol, 2017 Me:- Author:8
just a really adorable high school bl with an interesting premise and cute characters executed well. nsfw. has a sequel.

Fujimi no Meinichi

Fall of an Immortal

Fujimi no Meinichi
Manga, 1 vol, 2019 Me:- Author:8
has a weird and absurd, but interesting and enjoyable plot.

Lonely to Organdy

Lonely and Organdy

Lonely to Organdy
Manga, ? vol, 2016 Me:- Author:9
ghosts! super emotional, made me cry for sure. no nsfw.
Sabita Yoru demo Koi wa Sasayaku
Manga, 1 vol, 2014 Me:- Author:8
a harrowing take on a difficult topic. nsfw.

tw: domestic abuse
Renai Ruby no Tadashii Furikata
Manga, 1 vol, 2014 Me:- Author:8
a collection of two stories that also includes a sequel to the previous manga. ogeretsu tanaka generally just writes compelling characters tbh, lots of nsfw scenes though!

tw: references to workplace and domestic abuse
Hadakeru Kaibutsu
Manga, 2 vol, 2015 Me:- Author:9
continues the previous two. very nsfw. very painful depiction of dealing with the consequences of your past.

tw: domestic abuse
Houtou Musuko to Koi no Ana
Manga, 1 vol, 2018 Me:- Author:8
a weird-ish and funny premise, but the relationship they develop is cute.

(also, they're cousins, but i pretend that they're not)

Kakumei no α

The Revolutionary α

Kakumei no α
Manga, 1 vol, 2019 Me:- Author:8
a really interesting take in the a/b/o world, plays with dynamics interestingly. nsfw.
Kashikomarimashita, Destiny: Answer
Manga, 2 vol, 2016 Me:- Author:8
an omegaverse classic. has an exciting plot with good characters and chemistry/development between them. nsfw.
Kashikomarimashita, Destiny
Manga, 2 vol, 2015 Me:- Author:8
not as good as the spin off, but still a good manga with lovable characters you want to root for. nsfw.

Kazoku ni Narou yo

Let's Be a Family!!

Kazoku ni Narou yo
Manga, 1 vol, 2016 Me:- Author:8
wholesome family dynamic!
Kimi wa Natsu no Naka
Manga, 1 vol, 2016 Me:- Author:8
a slow-burn, realistic, and wholesome highschool romance. really well-written! not nsfw. has a sequel!

Kinkyori Renai

Short Distance Love

Kinkyori Renai
Manga, 1 vol, - Me:- Author:8
wholesome childhood friends!

Kono Koi ni Mirai wa Nai

There is no future in this love

Kono Koi ni Mirai wa Nai
Manga, 2 vol, 2016 Me:- Author:9
not exactly bl, but has an interesting take on romance and gender identity.
Kowagaranaide, Soba ni Ite
Manga, 1 vol, 2015 Me:- Author:8
has a pretty sad and tragic premise, but a hopeful story all in all. amnesia.
Mahoroba Days
Manga, 1 vol, 2014 Me:- Author:8
a fantastical bl with interesting world building (it’s the best part of this one imo) and characters. nsfw.

tw: completely unnecessary pseudo-incest
Mother's Spirit
Manga, 2 vol, 2014 Me:- Author:8
not your typical premise and can be sensitive, but (at least, in my opinion) executed fairly well. two volumes! nsfw.

Ore to Joushi no Kakushigoto

The Secret of Me and My Boss

Ore to Joushi no Kakushigoto
Manga, 1 vol, 2016 Me:- Author:8
a messy workplace romance involving idol culture. actually a lot realer & more tragic than what it seems. nsfw. has a great sequel!

tw: dubcon, mutual blackmailing?, rape
Romance with Etude
Manga, 1 vol, 2017 Me:- Author:8
showbiz romance with pretty art and interesting character dynamic.

Ryuu no Otto: Boukoku no Kami

The Dragon's Husband: God of a Ruined Kingdom

Ryuu no Otto: Boukoku no Kami
Manga, 1 vol, 2018 Me:- Author:8
a very unconventional fantasy bl executed well.
Sonna Me de Mitekure
Manga, 1 vol, 2013 Me:- Author:8
wholesome and funny, unexpected highschool romance with lovable characters. not nsfw.

Sore wa Tabun Kyuuai

Maybe It's Courtship

Sore wa Tabun Kyuuai
Manga, 1 vol, 2018 Me:- Author:8
enemies to lovers highschool romance done well.

Umibe no Étranger

Seaside Stranger: Umibe no Etranger

Umibe no Étranger
Manga, 1 vol, 2013 Me:- Author:8
seaside romance!!! has a sequel! nsfw.
Natsu no Teppen ni Saku
Manga, 1 vol, 2020 Me:- Author:8
a cute and wholesome coming of age story with really pretty art.

Boku ga Otto ni Deau made

Until I Meet My Husband

Boku ga Otto ni Deau made
Manga, 1 vol, 2020 Me:- Author:8
since it is based on a true story, it depicts gay romance realistically. makes me really emotional, hopeful, and happy.
Kimi ni Koisuru Hazu ga Nai
Manga, 1 vol, 2020 Me:- Author:8
a wholesome work place romance involving shoujo manga. funny, charming, and cute. has a sequel! nsfw.
Zettai BL ni Naru Sekai vs Zettai BL ni Naritakunai Otoko
Manga, ? vol, 2018 Me:- Author:8
if you're a long time bl reader, this manga points out all the typical clichés and tropes found in bl in a pretty funny way and manages to have somewhat of a cute romance storyline at the same time.
Sayonara Game
Manga, 1 vol, 2016 Me:- Author:8
bittersweet and melancholic. starts off a little fast, but redeems itself in the middle imo. it's still pretty cliché and a bit of a guilty pleasure pick, but for some reason, chapter 5 of this manga just holds a special place in my heart. has a sequel! nsfw.
Kimi no Kao ga Suki da
Manga, 1 vol, 2017 Me:- Author:7
cute high school romace with pretty art! not nsfw.
Given
Manga, 9 vol, 2013 Me:- Author:8
the staple of bl manga. tragic, sweet, and beautiful! multi-volume. nsfw.
Hanakoi Tsurane
Manga, 10 vol, 2015 Me:- Author:8
unique premise (they're kabuki actors)! slow burn rivals to lovers. multi-volume. nsfw.

Restart wa Tadaima no Ato de

Restart After Coming Back Home

Restart wa Tadaima no Ato de
Manga, 1 vol, 2016 Me:- Author:9
realistic small town romance, truly truly beautiful, a must read! not nsfw. has an equally great sequel!

Gunjou no Subete

My Ultramarine Sky

Gunjou no Subete
Manga, 1 vol, 2014 Me:- Author:8
cute high school romance with lots of pining! not nsfw.
Mods
Manga, 1 vol, 2015 Me:- Author:8
a tragic but beautiful story. nsfw.

tw: dark themes (yakuza, prostitution, etc.)
Nights Before Night
Manga, 1 vol, 2017 Me:- Author:8
mod’s sequel. probably my favorite of the two because i like the characters here even more. nsfw.

similar tws apply

Shima-chan Chi no Tsugai Jijou

How My Daddies Became Mates

Shima-chan Chi no Tsugai Jijou
Manga, 2 vol, 2021 Me:- Author:8
a/b/o featuring enemies to lovers and an adorable family dynamic. nsfw.
Nagareboshi
Manga, 1 vol, 2021 Me:- Author:8
super pretty art & a very wholesome plot, quietly beautiful. nsfw.
Ao ni Naku
Manga, 2 vol, 2017 Me:- Author:8
mysterious premise. as sweet as it is tragic.

Sayonara no Moment

A Moment of Farewell

Sayonara no Moment
Manga, 1 vol, 2022 Me:- Author:8
ghosts! a kind-of love triangle that's both sad and hopeful!
Off Stage Love Side
Manga, 1 vol, 2022 Me:- Author:9
super super cute idol/bodyguard romcom. the character design and expressions are 10/10. also great comedic timing. nsfw.
Contradict
Manga, 1 vol, 2020 Me:- Author:8
firemen! a fun and cute rivals to lovers dynamic.
Ibitsu na Bokura no Katachi
Manga, 2 vol, 2018 Me:- Author:8
a really sweet story about love and found family!

Saezuru Tori wa Habatakanai

Twittering Birds Never Fly

Saezuru Tori wa Habatakanai
Manga, ? vol, 2011 Me:- Author:9
another classic. intriguing yakuza storyline and interesting character dynamic. multi-volume. nsfw.

tw: dubcon, noncon, violence
Kotaete My Drifter
Manga, 1 vol, 2020 Me:- Author:8
really pretty art! also set in 1930s america so it’s a pretty unique premise. mafia. nsfw.
Yuuutsu na Asa
Manga, 8 vol, 2007 Me:- Author:10
one of my all time faves. the plot, the characters, and the art are all done masterfully. multi-volume. nsfw.

Loss Time ni Hanamuke wo

Send Them a Farewell Gift for the Lost Time

Loss Time ni Hanamuke wo
Manga, ? vol, 2021 Me:- Author:8
a very realistic break-up story. heartbreaking and beautiful. nsfw.
Doushitemo Furetakunai
Manga, 1 vol, 2008 Me:- Author:9
a classic! the art might look very of its time but the writing is top-notch. nsfw.
Hikyoumono dato Waratte Kure
Manga, 1 vol, 2016 Me:- Author:7
a melancholic and quite realistic love triangle. quietly beautiful! nsfw. (it reminds me of the perks of being a wallflower a little)

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