With his slicked-back hair and the tattoos on his body, it's difficult to see Ryuji Takakura as anything other than a quintessential member of the Yakuza. That being said, how deep of a brotherhood does he share with the fluffy little bunny in his arms? (Source: Manga Planet) *Notes: \- Original serialization ran for 118 chapters. These were then combined to make up 64 chapters in the volume releases. \- Includes 19 extra chapters.*

Editor Hanae Yamada, a huge fan of the mystery genre author Buntaro Kanematsu, asks said author to write a column for a magazine. It was a long shot but to her surprise... he agrees! As the column's theme is "souvenirs," Hanae decides to bring one herself when she visits Kanematsu. However, she unwittingly offends him by choosing a "safe" option as a gift, which he quickly sees through. What will happen next in this tale of two awkward adults who can't cut corners in work or love? Don't miss this delectable workplace romance! (Source: Manga Plaza)

Takase Tsubaki, a 29-year-old saleswoman based in Sapporo. She's cautious when it comes to love and still holds onto her virginity. Tsubaki finds herself developing feelings for her co-worker, Azuma Ryuhei. While Azuma has a reputation as a playboy, they manage to maintain their friendship. In a moment of impatience, Tsubaki unintentionally invites Azuma to a hotel, hoping for a deeper connection. However, things don't go as expected, and Azuma doesn't embrace her as she had hoped. (Source: Mangamo)

Do you ever feel like quitting? Your role as a mother or at your workplace? Suddenly whispered to me, thought it wouldn't happen to someone my age, my heart skipped a beat… (Source: Renta!) *Note: Simultaneously released in long-strip and traditional formats, with 42 episodes and 14 chapters respectively.*

Come experience what it's like to receive a massage from your lover. At the private women only massage parlor "KIRAMEKI", working women, mothers and even inexperienced women come to experience just that. Yamato, a new recruit known for his gentle demeanor, discovers the burdens of the women who visit the parlor. A story of healing the women from all walks of life receive from the handsome men at "KIRAMEKI" as their touch softens their hearts, minds and bodies. (Source: MangaPlaza)

In Yoshiwara (present-day Tokyo during the Edo Period), the laws against prostitution were abolished and brothels were restored in the red light district. We meet Kichou and his "princess" who are the top courtesans of the Men's Brothel Quarters at Hanafurirou... **Series composed of:** Volume 1: Toku Hen (禿偏) Volume 2: Keisei Hen (傾城編) Volume 3: Hanazono Hen (華園編)

1. **Dokusaisha Granada** (独裁者グラナダ) 1 2. **Dokusaisha Granada** (独裁者グラナダ) 2 3. **Dokusaisha Granada** (独裁者グラナダ) 3 Naruse Kunihiko is an upcoming short film-maker who shares the spotlight with no one. He writes his own scripts, his own music, and uses the one-man art of claymation to realize his vision onscreen. An arrogant artist who doesn't take any shit or tolerate any criticism, he operates solely on the desire for praise. And he ~DOESN'T~ share. So when he forms a friendship with Nakata, who has been assigned to interview him, Naruse finds himself unprepared for the trials of a real human relationship. Meanwhile people who criticize Naruse have a way of "getting hurt". As Nakata finds himself drawn deeper and deeper into Naruse's world, he starts to suspect Naruse... 4. **Birthday** (Birthday) 1 5. **Birthday** (Birthday) 2

Takaya has fallen in love at first sight with a girl he saw at his college. The only problem is that she happens to be Yurina, the girl he spent his elementary school days tormenting. While he hardly remembers her from those days, Yurina hates him with a passion. She holds him responsible for all the lasting emotional and psychological scars that were caused by the years he made her life a living hell. Takaya hopes they'll be able to move past their history and fall in love, but can Yurina ever feel anything for him but hatred and the desire for revenge? (Source: MangaHelpers)

Yurina has set aside her painful memories of being bullied by Takaya, and accepted his sincerity. They're now dating and slowly rediscovering themselves, but their kindergarten classmate Nogi dredges up their past and vows to "rescue" Yurina from Takaya's evil clutches. Will Takaya and Yurina's love — a love that started off on a bad footing — withstand new trials, growing uncertainty and revisits to the past?

1. **Tsuioku** (追憶) 2. **Aigaki** (合鍵) 3. **Start Line** (スタートライン) Kei has drifted apart from his childhood friend, Hayato. When Hayato began to surpass Kei instead of following behind him, Kei started seeing his old friend in a new light. Feeling the wind, love is on the track team! (Source: Blissful Sin, edited)

1. **Ageha** (アゲハ) Yuuri and Miu had always been best friends. They tried hard together to become fashion models. However, Miu got to debut first, and their relationship started to break down. Surging dark feelings and jealousy... what is there beyond Yuuri’s agony…?! 2. **Eternal Rainbow** (消えない虹) 3. **Kiss Me, Baby** (キス・ミー・ベイビィ)

Hiroto was homeless and jobless when he met Tomo, a successful businessman who was unlucky in love. As a temporary solution to both their problems, Tomo bought Hiroto for the night. After the night was up, Tomo let Hiroto stay with him and even got him a job at his company. But Hiroto doesn't really know where he stands with Tomo, and after he sees him hugging a woman on the street, he's even more uncertain. ~Mangafox