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Upon his release from prison, Young Yotarou finds himself without family or a place to go. Determined to pursue his passion for rakugo, a form of Japanese comedic storytelling, he seeks out the legendary master, Yakumo Yuurakutei. Despite Yakumo's usual reluctance to take on apprentices, Yotarou's enthusiasm and dedication win him over. Alongside Konatsu, a young resident of Yakumo's household, Yotarou embarks on a journey to revitalize rakugo, which is in decline in the Shouwa era. However, as Yotarou delves deeper into the world of rakugo and grows closer to his mentor and "big sis," he discovers glimpses of their troubled pasts. Tensions rise within the household, and Yotarou worries for their future. Nevertheless, he remains focused on his ultimate goal of becoming a rakugo master and bringing the art form to new heights.
You’re great just the way you are. Even though Miku is 25 years old, she hasn’t learned a thing about how to do her own makeup -- but her boyfriend, Haru, tells her that he prefers her that way. Miku and Haru live together, after all, and they might get married, in which case she’ll just quit her job anyway, so it’s probably fine never to learn... At least, that’s what she tells herself. One day, a boy with a special love for makeup suddenly appears in her life. The beautiful stranger does Miku up gorgeously and Haru’s reaction to her new look is almost unbelievable--? A story of starting anew and taking one’s life back through makeup! [Manga Plaza]
Hi, my name is Emi Saeki and I'm 28 years old. However, my life took an unexpected turn when I died due to overworking and was reborn as a 15-year-old queen. To my surprise, my husband, His Majesty, the King, was a mere 17 years old. I had hoped for a lavish and carefree life, but His Majesty warned me that my new status would attract unwanted attention. Things became more complicated as I began to experience the ghostly presence of Emilia, the original occupant of my new body. It felt like my second chance at life was filled with drama and difficulty at every turn. Even after escaping the bondage of corporate life, I longed for a peaceful and easy existence. Unfortunately, it seemed fate had other plans for me.
Before being forced into a marriage with Crown Prince Friedrich "Freed" van de la Wilhelm, Lidi von Vivoir lived a simple life in Japan. However, due to her past experiences, she wants to avoid becoming a member of the royal family with their polygynous practices. Despite her objections, her father arranges the marriage, leaving Lidi desperate for a solution. In a bold move, Lidi decides to forfeit her virginity, the only prerequisite for becoming the crown princess. She attends an undercover masquerade ball in a disguise and encounters a mysterious man with dark hair. After becoming intimate with him, she returns home, thinking that her plan has been successful. Unfortunately, the man she slept with is none other than the crown prince, and he is determined to have her all to himself!
Yuka-chan, a university student, and Mahiro, a working man, have been dating for six months. They are so pure that they are nervous to even hug each other. But one day, Yuka's "secret" that she didn't want him to know about is revealed to Masahiro, and their relationship slowly starts to go strange...! A cute, slightly weird, new kind of SM romantic comedy!
Lights, camera, Boys' Love! Honjirou is a rookie actor trying his best to land a breakout role, but he fears that his weight stands in the way of his dreams. One day, he's surprised by fan mail full of sweets. The package came from Konnosuke, a local pastry chef–Honjirou's first major fan! As Konnosuke supports Honjirou's work and gives him new confidence to face the stage, will their relationship grow beyond just aspiring star and fanboy?
During the day, she is the "goddess of beauty," a personal trainer inspiring others to get better. But at night, after work, she gets hungry and down on herself. That's when the handsome but mysterious young man Tsukiyomi-kun appears to cook her a meal that fills her up and heals her soul, even though they've signed a contract that banned any romantic feelings between them. It's a sweet forbidden gourmet love-comedy between two people!(Source: BeLove, translated)
Set in the twilight of the Meiji period, this tale highlights the Mitsuboshi, a traditional kimono shop that has seen better days. Once abuzz with activity, the shop now languishes in obscurity. Torasaburou Hoshino, the third son, returns from an extended stay in England determined to restore Mitsuboshi's former glory, but is met with ridicule by his fellow shopkeepers. Undeterred, Torasaburou persists in his quest to transform Mitsuboshi into a three-star establishment. Meanwhile, an enigmatic character named Takatou seems to be aware of Torasaburou's goal and his valiant efforts to rejuvenate the shop.
Hotaru, a 27-year-old career woman and self-proclaimed himono, would prefer to enjoy a peaceful nap at home than to fall in love. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes involved with a younger man. The stage is set for an intriguing josei romance - what twists and turns will the story take?
Kyoko Byakuya feels an inexplicable attraction to the base of Mount Sengoku and discovers a unique feature there: volcanic hair with a golden hue that is rare in Japan. A strange man named Aizawa, who seems to have been expecting her, takes her to his village, Kiyokami. There, she learns about "Amagami," which is the village's ability to perceive each other's thoughts due to the golden hair. Before leaving, she is invited to a stargazing tradition; however, it quickly turns grim when a swarm of mysterious objects fills the dark sky, replacing the comforting golden hue with dark, jet-black hair. The following day, Kyoko is found at the wreckage of Mount Sengoku with the same golden Amagami hair as the villagers. She must act quickly to prevent an unknown terror from destroying humanity and unleashing a cosmic nightmare, especially with the recent strange occurrences in the sky and the terrifying events of the stargazing ceremony.
Out of the blue, Jiang Yu transmigrates into a xiuxian novel. But who decided that she only deserves to be a small fry who barely even counts as cannon fodder in the novel? And why is she suddenly bound to a useless retribution system? She's not only the bottom-of-the-barrel weakest of the weak, but she's also a tiny black sheep who gets made an example of in the first few chapters of the book! And yet, Jiang Yu is not entirely helpless. Using her quick wit and cunning, she forges out the path of a self-reliant, feminist-ideal heroine when they least expect it.
Charlotte, the daughter of a marquis, possesses a special ability: her emotions are reflected in the weather. Because of this, she always suppressed her feelings and lived with restraint. She never allowed herself to cry, to be angry, or even to feel joy. However, her fiancé Theodore suddenly breaks off their engagement. To make matters worse, he seems to be completely smitten with a sweet commoner girl named Verona. Having reached the limits of her patience, Charlotte decides to marry the king of the Kingdom of Shurton—a land of barren soil. Her new fiancé, Azul, begins showering her with overwhelming affection that knows no bounds—!?
