bl mangas that don't miss
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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
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

Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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Author:9
sad, beautiful, and hopeful all in the same breath. also deals with gender identity issues!
tw: rape
tw: rape
Shimanami Tasogare
Our Dreams at Dusk: Shimanami Tasogare

Manga, 4 vol, 2015
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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

Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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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

Manga, 1 vol, 2019
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Author:8
has a weird and absurd, but interesting and enjoyable plot.
Lonely to Organdy
Lonely and Organdy

Manga, ? vol, 2016
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Author:9
ghosts! super emotional, made me cry for sure. no nsfw.

Manga, 1 vol, 2014
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Author:8
a harrowing take on a difficult topic. nsfw.
tw: domestic abuse
tw: domestic abuse

Manga, 1 vol, 2014
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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
tw: references to workplace and domestic abuse

Manga, 2 vol, 2015
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Author:9
continues the previous two. very nsfw. very painful depiction of dealing with the consequences of your past.
tw: domestic abuse
tw: domestic abuse

Manga, 1 vol, 2018
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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)
(also, they're cousins, but i pretend that they're not)
Kakumei no α
The Revolutionary α

Manga, 1 vol, 2019
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Author:8
a really interesting take in the a/b/o world, plays with dynamics interestingly. nsfw.
Kashikomarimashita, Destiny: Answer
Yes, My Destiny, Answer

Manga, 2 vol, 2016
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Author:8
an omegaverse classic. has an exciting plot with good characters and chemistry/development between them. nsfw.
Kashikomarimashita, Destiny
Yes, My Destiny

Manga, 2 vol, 2015
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Author:8
not as good as the spin off, but still a good manga with lovable characters you want to root for. nsfw.
Kimi wa Natsu no Naka
The Summer of You

Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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Author:8
a slow-burn, realistic, and wholesome highschool romance. really well-written! not nsfw. has a sequel!
Kono Koi ni Mirai wa Nai
There is no future in this love

Manga, 2 vol, 2016
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Author:9
not exactly bl, but has an interesting take on romance and gender identity.

Manga, 1 vol, 2015
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Author:8
has a pretty sad and tragic premise, but a hopeful story all in all. amnesia.

Manga, 1 vol, 2014
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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
tw: completely unnecessary pseudo-incest

Manga, 2 vol, 2014
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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

Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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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
tw: dubcon, mutual blackmailing?, rape

Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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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

Manga, 1 vol, 2018
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Author:8
a very unconventional fantasy bl executed well.

Manga, 1 vol, 2013
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Author:8
wholesome and funny, unexpected highschool romance with lovable characters. not nsfw.
Sore wa Tabun Kyuuai
Maybe It's Courtship

Manga, 1 vol, 2018
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Author:8
enemies to lovers highschool romance done well.
Umibe no Étranger
Seaside Stranger: Umibe no Etranger

Manga, 1 vol, 2013
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Author:8
seaside romance!!! has a sequel! nsfw.

Manga, 1 vol, 2020
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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

Manga, 1 vol, 2020
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Author:8
since it is based on a true story, it depicts gay romance realistically. makes me really emotional, hopeful, and happy.

Manga, 1 vol, 2020
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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
A Man Who Defies the World of BL

Manga, ? vol, 2018
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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.

Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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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
Lovin' Your Face

Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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Author:7
cute high school romace with pretty art! not nsfw.

Manga, 9 vol, 2013
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Author:8
the staple of bl manga. tragic, sweet, and beautiful! multi-volume. nsfw.

Manga, 10 vol, 2015
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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

Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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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

Manga, 1 vol, 2014
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Author:8
cute high school romance with lots of pining! not nsfw.

Manga, 1 vol, 2015
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Author:8
a tragic but beautiful story. nsfw.
tw: dark themes (yakuza, prostitution, etc.)
tw: dark themes (yakuza, prostitution, etc.)

Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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Author:8
mod’s sequel. probably my favorite of the two because i like the characters here even more. nsfw.
similar tws apply
similar tws apply
Shima-chan Chi no Tsugai Jijou
How My Daddies Became Mates

Manga, 2 vol, 2021
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Author:8
a/b/o featuring enemies to lovers and an adorable family dynamic. nsfw.

Manga, 1 vol, 2021
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Author:8
super pretty art & a very wholesome plot, quietly beautiful. nsfw.
Sayonara no Moment
A Moment of Farewell

Manga, 1 vol, 2022
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Author:8
ghosts! a kind-of love triangle that's both sad and hopeful!

Manga, 1 vol, 2022
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Author:9
super super cute idol/bodyguard romcom. the character design and expressions are 10/10. also great comedic timing. nsfw.

Manga, 2 vol, 2018
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Author:8
a really sweet story about love and found family!
Saezuru Tori wa Habatakanai
Twittering Birds Never Fly

Manga, ? vol, 2011
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Author:9
another classic. intriguing yakuza storyline and interesting character dynamic. multi-volume. nsfw.
tw: dubcon, noncon, violence
tw: dubcon, noncon, violence
Kotaete My Drifter
Answer My Drifter

Manga, 1 vol, 2020
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Author:8
really pretty art! also set in 1930s america so it’s a pretty unique premise. mafia. nsfw.
Yuuutsu na Asa
Blue Morning

Manga, 8 vol, 2007
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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

Manga, ? vol, 2021
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Author:8
a very realistic break-up story. heartbreaking and beautiful. nsfw.
Doushitemo Furetakunai
No Touching at All

Manga, 1 vol, 2008
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Author:9
a classic! the art might look very of its time but the writing is top-notch. nsfw.

Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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Author:7
a melancholic and quite realistic love triangle. quietly beautiful! nsfw. (it reminds me of the perks of being a wallflower a little)