Romance - Page 2026

Mimei shares the hobby of listening to a late-night comedy radio show with the funny and mysterious Kurage from his class. And she's famous for sending in hilarious comments that are read on the show? But Mimei wants to be just as funny as her! Are they friends, are they rivals, are they something more...? This radio rom-com is on the air!

At 36 years old, Choko finds herself engaging in a friends with benefits situation with her High School crush, Kazuki. Despite being twice divorced and raising a teenage daughter on her own, Choko is content with the arrangement as Kazuki shares her reluctance towards marriage and deeper commitments. The two agree to hook up whenever one of them desires it without any strings attached, however, the inevitable feelings and outside drama cannot be avoided and begin to threaten their agreement. Kazuki is employed as a doctor at a women's clinic.

Fairy tales and the elegant princes in them have fascinated Marielle Clarac since childhood, but deep down, she knows that sort of "happily ever after" does not exist for an overwhelmingly normal girl like herself. A wallflower her whole life, she has contented herself with observing others and writing her own novels about court life under a pen name. Marielle's drab outer appearance belies a creative mind, and as a result, these stories have achieved great success. So it is no wonder that, when she gets engaged to the princely knight Simeon Flaubert, Marielle's creative juices start overflowing. Under normal circumstances, the most sought-after bachelor would not be asking for her hand; even so, Marielle resolves to give it her best shot. No matter how this engagement turns out, she will use this experience as fuel to set alight both her pen and her life!

When news anchor Eunseong Kang meets the enigmatic Woojin Jeong, an unexpected connection pulls them into each other’s orbit. He’s a man trapped in a life that never ends; she chases meaning in fleeting moments. Their encounter feels less like coincidence — and more like fate.

Talk about meet-cutes... Misaki doesn't recognize her cute new neighbor when he comes to formally introduce herself...until he reminds her that they went to school together for years! But Midori Tachibana is no longer the awkward kid she remembers—he's the leader of Japan's hottest new idol group! But their fated meeting is cut short when he finds out she's an adult film actress...and he can't be seen with her if he's to preserve his squeaky-clean idol image! But can the chemistry between them be so easily erased?

Once revered as the shining superstar of Seiran Academy, Ayaka Shiramine's beauty, kindness, and dedication were renowned. However, when Yurine Kurosawa arrives on the scene, everything changes. This remote and solitary overachiever poses a danger to Ayaka's good name. While initially harboring some resentment towards Yurine, Ayaka's genuine warmth opens the door for her rival to form new relationships. However, as the two start to feel romantic attraction for each other, their bond grows increasingly enigmatic. Ano Ko ni Kiss to Shirayuri wo is a heartfelt tale of two girls striving for perfection who, amid the tumult of adolescence, discover comfort and fondness in each other's presence.

Jun Shizuki and Yukiji Yano are both in the same woodwind choir. Shizuki is a bartender who plays the sax and hits on anything that moves. Yano is a gifted flute player who is incredibly nice and is well-regarded within the choir. No one would ever suspect that these guys would have anything in common, but could these two polar opposites actually be in a relationship?!

After diligently practicing "wall ball," Bungo Ishihama meets Yukio Noda, a member of Japan's youth baseball national team in a fateful encounter. The two then advance to middle school and join the ultra-competitive "Seio Senior" team. Aiming for the top of middle school baseball, they engage in fierce battles! As time passes, the duo moves on to high school, setting their sights on achieving "five consecutive Koshien championships," once again striving for the top!

Leo Asaka, a second-generation actor and self-made man, resents being compared to his famous father. Despite his determination to succeed on his own, Leo is offered a leading role in a movie directed by a renowned filmmaker. However, when he discovers that Eito Yanagi, a notorious bad boy actor, will be his co-star, Leo is apprehensive. The two alpha males are trapped in a hotel room to bond, and during their confinement, Leo digs up a secret about Eito that could alter both of their futures.

"“I thought I had lost my future forever... But the moment I realized that it had returned to me, my hands trembled with both joy and wonder.” Yudrein Ail is a commoner who was bestowed with powers on the night the Red Stone fell. He is also the first omega to rise to the rank of Imperial Trooper, but was accused of a crime he didn’t commit and executed soon after - only to reawaken eleven years ago, before the war began. He can't repeat the mistakes of his past…to survive is to save the world. But in order to do so, he must prevent the man he killed from facing his inevitable death. ""The future won't be the same. I'll make sure of it.”"

Rewarding the boys who put in their utmost effort with delectable treats...! Strategically interspersed with candy-coated hunks adored by girls. Despite their penchant for sweets, they keep it discreet... From a suave, high-ranking professional to a gorgeous musician, to a teenage lad willing to don feminine attire for a mere taste of sugary goodness... This collection features yarns intricately knit around an array of candy-loving lads.