The many different stories between two lovers -- a normal young man and a outgoing, passionate friend-come-lover.

The manga centers on three shy middle school students: Yōhei, Kei, and Yui. All three have been together since kindergarten, and are childhood friends. As... more>> Yōhei starts to become conscious that Yui is a girl, he witnesses a scene that he can't quite believe. [ANN] <<less

Ninth grader Yusuke Yotsuya is practical, friendless, and not active in any clubs. Then one day, he and two female classmates are suddenly sent to... more>> another world where they must work together to battle for their lives. Yotsuya is a lone wolf and has always lived his life according to his wants, but how will that work out now that he’s supposed to be a hero?! Get ready for a one-of-a-kind fantasy story that will challenge everything you thought you knew about fantasy! <<less

Katagiri Yuichi believes that friends are more important than money, but he also knows the hardships of not having enough funds. He works hard to save up in order to go on the high school trip, because he has promised his four best friends that they will all go together. However, after the class's money is all collected, it is stolen! Suspicion falls on two of Yuichi's friends, Sawaragi Shiho and Shibe Makoto.... more>>

Soon afterward, the five of them are kidnapped, and wake up in a strange room with a character from a short-lived anime. Apparently, one of them has entered them into a "friendship game" in order to take care of their massive debt. But who was it, and why did they have such a debt? Could they have stolen the money from class to pay for entry into the game? Katagiri and his best friends will have to succeed in psychological games that will test or destroy their faith in one another. <<less

In the prosperous kingdom of Pars lies the Royal Capital of Ecbatana, a city of splendor and wonder, ruled by the undefeated and fearsome King Andragoras. Arslan is the young and curious prince of Pars who, despite his best efforts, doesn't seem to have what it takes to be a proper king like his father.... more>>

At the age of 14, Arslan goes to his first battle and loses everything as the blood-soaked mist of war gives way to scorching flames, bringing him to face the demise of his once glorious kingdom. However, it is Arslan's destiny to be a ruler, and despite the trials that face him, he must now embark on a journey to reclaim his fallen kingdom. <<less

In the decade since the world became aware of the existence of magic, the world has undergone massive upheaval. However, a boy named Touta lives... more>> in seclusion in a rural town far removed from these changes. His ordinary life is highlighted by his magic-using female teacher and his supportive friends. When his tranquil daily life is disrupted, he embarks on a unique adventure. <<less

Musashi is a teenager living under demon rule. As children, he and his best friend made a promise: to become the greatest warriors in the... more>> world and overthrow the demons. But life intervenes, and five years later, he finds himself about to become a miner. Yet can Musashi truly be satisfied with a "normal" life? <<less

Like many of his peers, Ataru Kashiwagi has found himself addicted to the newest social networking service, Real Account. But one day, Ataru and almost... more>> 10,000 other people, get sucked into the Real Account Zone, where they have become players in a series of deadly games. The basic rules of these games are simple—if you lose all your followers, you die in real life, and if you die, all of your followers die with you. As these depraved games decimate the players around him, Ataru must use quick thinking and his knowledge of Real Account to win each round and return to the real world. But when true friendship determines whether he lives or dies, can Ataru really survive when the only people he can count on are his Internet friends? <<less

Summer, ghosts, and my feelings for you. ... more>>

Yamano is a second-year high schooler in love.

One day, out of nowhere, the very object of his affection, Tanigawa-san, appeared in front of him. As a ghost.

It seems that she died after being involved in some kind of incident.

To save Tanigawa from death, Yamano gets busy trying to change her future, but—…

A vague and fleeting youthful mystery. <<less

The strongest female warrior of the west, Seraphina de Lavillant, was defeated by barbarians of the east.... more>>

What awaits her are endless days of torture...is what she thought. She was offered "marriage to the barbarian king"!?

The start of a fantasy world marriage by former enemies! <<less

During the Civil War, the North—desperate to defeat the South—utilized forbidden magic that turned their soldiers into monstrous beings known as Incarnates. In exchange for their humanity they were granted immense power to defeat their foes. But though their lands were saved, some grew to fear the Incarnates in the aftermath of the war, causing them to be shunned, and some even killed.... more>>

Years later in a town in the middle of nowhere, Nancy Schaal Bancroft has found her target—the man responsible for killing her Incarnate father. Armed with an elephant gun, she takes aim and fires, but he remains unharmed. Despite revealing her vengeful intentions to him, the man has other pressing matters to attend to: the murder of another Incarnate. During the clash, Schaal discovers that her father's killer is actually an Incarnate himself, and his murderous streak is due to a promise he made long ago: that any Incarnate who loses their humanity will be taken down by one of their own.

After the beast is dead, the Incarnate known as Hank invites Schaal to accompany him on his journey, so that she can understand the truth behind her father's death and why these monstrous beings are better off dying at the hands of their former comrades. <<less

An alternate take on Mahou Sensei Negima! In this universe, Negi and co. still have their teacher/student relationship, but Negi's an adult and the rest... more>> are kindergarten students! (enjoy the cuteness) <<less

One day in the Yamaguchi family's bathroom, in a roll of toilet paper, appears a mysterious (and tiny) girl named Shin - for friends Shini - who at first glance makes a stunning impression on Nobuo, a simple middle school student.... more>>

"And if I used all the paper," thought Nobuo, and a drop of sweat rolled down his temple - "Would I see her then ... na ... naked ?!"

And so it begins, a wonderful story of love, lust and ... much more! <<less

Jumonji sits next to a rapper girl who is also anti-social... what will they do to realize her dream of becoming a real rapper?

On a star with a thoroughly managed society, mankind was dominated by fungi and deprived of all freedom. An "Irregular", the strongest soldier, Dante, decided... more>> to overturn the reason of this world after his chance meeting with a girl. Thus, the boy rises against the star. In order to meet you again. <<less

This story is about Shinonome Hajime, an adventurer of Silver Range. He's dedicated to fulfilling missions from the guild. One day when completing a quest... more>> for monster meat, he finds a strange girl named Lily in a dungeon who's far more trouble than she's worth. Saving the girl from certain death, her story reminds him of his similar past and he takes her under his care. <<less

Jun and Kaoru are childhood friends with a secret everyone knows about.

A story about a high school boy that starts living with an international student.

Oomugi Wakaba inherits a mansion from her late great-grandmother, an expert pen artist. Within a hidden room, she meets the mysterious blue-eyed girl wrapped in... more>> crimson chains, Red Riding Hood. Together with the strongest beast, she comes to learn about the world of magic, witches and grimoires. <<less

Rui Yotsubaki, a famous illusionist boy, is an outspoken and intractable person. Sumire Shirahara is a policewoman with superhuman strength that will leave you with... more>> opened mouth. Fortunately or not, the meeting of resembling fire and water duo results in solving difficult cases thanks to Rui's ability to "feel the five senses of the dead"! <<less

The lead character, Jimmy (Katsuya Oonishi) is an art student at Bara-Gaku ('Bara Juuji Gakuin'; Rose-Cross Academy). When he was little, he almost drowned, but was saved by a tattoo artist. From that day, Jimmy vowed to become a tattoo artist (because tattoos signify 'a hero' to him).... more>>

Jimmy's a decent person by nature, but because of the people he hangs out with, he's considered a delinquent. Banko, his partner-in-crime, is a shrewed kid; he sells information on the popular girls (phone numbers, likes and dislikes, etc) in the area. Despite the delinquent exterior, Banko is actually really smart and has broad general knowledge.

As the story progresses, Jimmy and Banko meet new people and they form a gang of their own; along the way they bump heads with other gangs from other schools/districts. This manga is not the typical highschool-slice-of-life story; it's got a rougher edge! This manga depicts some high school delinquents trying to get through high school life and gang fights. Okay no, mostly just gang fights. <<less

Asato, a high school student, has a secret love for his childhood friend Yukiha. Living an ordinary life, his fate takes an unexpected turn. He... more>> encounters a creature, called a "shito," that survives on human flesh and blood… <<less

A girl tries to "buy" her female classmate with money.

Youkai are specters who have lived in the human world since the dawn of time. They often rest peacefully in their dwelling places, until humans rouse them by inconsiderate actions. Kitaro is a young youkai boy who wants to help humans and youkai live in harmony, and he fights to protect humans from the enraged youkai who lash out at them.... more>>

Note: For Kodansha's version of the series that began in 1967, the first volume is titled "Hakaba no Kitarou," but volume 2 and upwards are titled "Gegege no Kitarou."

Compilation Releases by Drawn & Quarterly

Vol. 0: Kitaro

Vol. 1: Birth of Kitaro

Vol. 2: Kitaro Meets Nurarihyon

Vol. 3: Kitaro and the Great Tanuki War

Vol. 4: Kitaro's Strange Adventures

Vol. 5: Kitaro the Vampire Slayer

Vol. 6: Kitaro's Yokai Battles

Vol. 7: Kitaro's Trial <<less

This world was once saved by seven heroes… The heiress of one of those heroes, Himalaya, took on dragons with her abilities, but she was eventually buried in darkness.... more>>

Search for the truth…! <<less