TOP MANGA OF THE WEEK

Meet Tetsuo Atarashi. Age: 32. Occupation: porn comic writer. Marital Status: single, but has an estranged 14-year-old son who he fathered at the irresponsible age of 17. Sexual Potency: Currently None. Given such circumstances, it seems only natural that all Tetsuo desires is a kiss potent enough to get him back to his A-Game. Unfortunately, life plays a cruel hand when his long-estranged and -gay- son, Haruka, suddenly shows up at his door! Thrust into fatherhood in a homoerotic world, what is Tetsuo to do?! Kiss All the Boys takes slap-stick comedy and raging hormones to the opposite extreme!

Dining Bar Akira by Tomoko Yamashita centers on the happenings in a bar Kuimonodokoro Akira runs. Although the 32-year-old has never given thought to being in a relationship with a man, Akira seriously considers the proposition when he receives a sudden love confession from his male colleague, 26 year-old Torihara. It is no secret that new relationships can bring about their fair share of stress, but one with another man? And, with a colleague to boot? Finding himself in quite a conundrum, Akira struggles with his pride as an older man facing a younger and male pursuer, never mind that busy bar he is responsible for managing.

Living in an all boy’s dorm, it’s standard to do ecchi things with your roommate. Truth is, Mao wants more. How is he to keep his real feelings hidden when Hayato says, “I like your scent the most.” The only problem, Mao isn’t the only one whose scent Hayato likes.

1) High-school student and tattoo artist Tohru is holding a secret love for his friend. So when he's confessed to by his junior he turns the boy down flat. But Katsumi isn't one to give up easily. 2) Former students and current sensei's Kikawa and Meguro had a relationship as children. But that was all over years ago, right? So why can't Kikawa stop thinking about Meguro? 3) Student Katahana can't help but wonder why his close friend Tohmune always wears an undershirt. What exactly is he trying to hide underneath his clothes? 4) Since he met Katsumi, Tohru feels he been acting strangely. He can't seem to concentrate on anything, even his tattoos. And the tangled relationships between artists and their subjects seem keep coming between them.

When rich, gorgeous and heartbroken Keiichiro Kuroda’s ex-lover asks for a loan, he makes a bet with the man: he’ll leave 5 million yen in a park with a sign that reads “Please Use Freely,” and if it gets turned into the police, his ex can borrow the money; if someone takes the money, Keiichiro can finally turn away the man who broke his heart.? But when the first person to spot the money ends up being a handsome young man in trouble, can Keiichiro give up on his quest for revenge and fall in love once more? From Baka-Updates: Keiichi Kuroda is a wealthy but selfish man who loaned his ex-boyfriend a large sum of money and is expecting payback. Kaoru Otowa needs 5 million yen by the end of the day! Teaming up seems to be in their best interest, and they set off to Kyoto to settle their debts, take their revenge, and realize their love! What kind of battle plan have these two money-driven lovebirds come up with?!

From Blissful Sin: Asuka is the lover of his stepbrother, Rei. However, the differences in their personalities, the appearance of a rival, and other obstacles! This is the story of their love overcoming perversion.

Senoo Kaoru falls in love with an attractive freshman he meets at the library, Shinohara Akira. Shinohara Souya is unable to let go of the memory of his beloved. And Akira is a lonely boy starving for love. No matter how strongly they wish for it, these feelings wrenching their hearts can never be requited. A secret past binds them together; and the shocking truth will be revealed in the end. What fate awaits these beasts hungry for love, in this tragic story by Hakutou Noriko?

A kingdom's ruling faction sends out a secret agent to find the kingdom's missing prince. Love begins to grow between the missing prince and the agent sent to find him but political intrigue intervenes upon their arrival in the kingdom.

Due to unexpected events, Sakaki ends up being Yuki's "customer" and he's touched by Sakaki's words... but after discovering that a sweet fleeting kiss was just a game, what will Yuki do? Never fear; keep strong and keep believing! A love battle showdown between a yakuza and his wife! (Includes unreleased pages.) Loosely connected to 'Twin's Labyrinth'. The final chapter "Love go-round" also invovles Rin and Ayumu from 'Twin's Labyrinth'.

Ah, where there are innocent and cute young men there will always be older rich men who love them secretly from the shadows and support them anonymously. This one is a bit funnier than most with the D.L.L. having a neurotic side.

What if you were to meet your childhood friend again after ten years of separation? This was exactly the case for Mitsuya, a recently transferred company executive who found out that the person living three doors down from his new apartment was none other than Noboru, his older brother's best friend... and his first love. As a young and brash middle schooler, Mitsuya had forcefully kissed Noboru and drove him away. Deeply regretting his action, he kept a tight lid on his feelings. But now, being with Noboru again is bringing all those heated memories back, as if they were never gone to begin with. "Merry Checker" is adapted from this manga.

(1-2) Kagami and Fukamachi are two friends who both secretly love each other, but the other doesn't know it. Then one day, Kagami tells Fukamachi that he's in love with his sister- in which Fukamachi then reluctantly decides to introduce his sister to Kagami. Now Kagami is faced with showing Fukamachi how he feels before he's forced to go out with a girl he doesn't love... (3) Kyouya, a socially awkward college student has trouble smiling and gets bullied at school. What happens when he stumbles into Akira (a high school student) when he's out drinking? (4) Kyouya (not from chapter 3) is in love with Shirou, his business partner, but Shirou already has a lover?! ~Mangaupdates.com

Tsubasa and Eiji have been dating for over 2 years, but their bedroom action hasn't progressed far. Eiji, a man in his 35 who has needs that aren't being met, has been using a substitute, waiting for the day when Tsubasa wants to go all the way. Tsubasa, being younger, fears that his inexperience will turn Eiji away. Can these two come to an agreement in the bedroom? And why is Tsubasa in the living room naked with cat ears?

From Attractive Fascinante: Mizuhara Kana is staying together with his cousin, Shuuya. Kana has a weak heart and Shuuya has been taking care of him. Somehow, Kana felt like a bird locked in a cage and hoped to have some breathing space. A coincidental meeting with the transfer student, Aoi Rin, changed Kana’s life. He fell head over heels into this first love. The mysterious Aoi taught him about the freedom outside the cage, but the risk that came along with this freedom could cost Kana’s life. The love story of a bird flying out of the cage during the summer, will Shuuya rescue Kana in time?

Around the time that Hinaki Mitsura climbed his way to number two host in the club, Tsukayama Satoshi transfers from a branch store. He was Mitsura’s senior in high school, and also the cause of Mitsura’s most devastating memory. Tsukayama proceeds to take over as top host, surpassing Mitsura and the man he has been living with, Miura-san. Miura-san is kind, gentle, and wants to protect and love Mitsura. But Mitsura’s heart is closed, that is until Tsukayama starts to work his way under Mitsura’s skin. His growing attraction to the arrogant one who caused a deep scar under the full moon is a source of confusion and suffering, and he begins to question everything he is - everything he has worked to become. This love story vividly depicts the human drama among hosts, under the blurry moon.

From Fantasyshrine: “Satou-san, I’m your lowly servant!!” “You freak…” PPC Publications salesman, Takahashi Kazuya, is in love with his aloof, beautiful client, Satou Sho, manager of a large bookstore. How does Takahashi approach Satou for business and love? Can a humble salesman capture the princely heart of a client? The sequel is named Haru ni Arashi. Extra story: Go Straight

Yumino is a straight arrow police detective, and Yuri is a shady lawyer. They met in high school, and once again at the funeral for Yumino’s wife, Ao. Yuri was in love with Yumino in high school, but what we don’t suspect is how tangled the ties are between them. Another satisfying story about grown-up men.

1) The Princess is Mine- So the rumors are true - Himemiya does have sex with boys. After seeing it first hand, what will Takayuki do? Obviously taking a shower is the correct answer, especially when you are not alone. 2) Love Science- Hikari is shocked when chemistry sensei Touchi confesses to him. He turns him down flat, but Touchi doesn't give up so easily. With robots and strange inventions to help him out, will the stalker/sensei get his guy? 3) Love in the Best Present from You- Student council president Sayuki has been watching soccer player Shinozuka for the past two years. Now high school is almost over, and Shinozuka hits Sayuki in the head with a soccer ball. Accidentally. Probably. 4) Rules of First Love- Nishinaga is a student with some behavioral problems, and he always seems to get himself into a bad situation. Unfortunately, this last time, it wasn't only fists that were flying, and Nishinaga wound up being a non-con uke. But can Suzuka Sensei save him? Is it possible to have a second first time? 5) The Princess Is Always Mine- We see our bois, Himemiya and Takayuki, still together and still in love.

Sora and Tatsuki are stepbrothers (not blood related) whose parents died in an accident. Since then the elder brother, Sora Mukaihara has brought up the younger one, Tatsuki Mukaihara. Now Sora is a very popular mystery writer. Tatsuki who has moved out on his own, is now an editor of a women's magazine. However Sora can't stand being alone and spends all his time at Tatsuki's. Tatsuki feels guilty because he can't stop himself from loving Sora and decides to live a solitary life. Then Sora asks to have Tatsuki assigned as his editor when he agrees to do a series of interviews for Tatsuki's magazine.

"How about a love relationship with me?" Felino Felice, fully staffed with gorgeous men, this restaurant is a secret haven known only to a few. One day, Kido Ryusei, an entrepreneur and a regular, becomes smitten with the waiter, Ichinose Kazuki. However, the stubborn Kazuki can’t be wooed in a conventional way. Only when Kazuki opens his heart will the pair have a chance for their love to blossom and grow… (Source: Fantasy Shrine)

From Boys On Boys Love: There is a “Secret Signal” between cram school lecturers Mizumori and Nishijima. Nishijima’s new cell phone strap means the invitation “How about today?” Although it’s supposed to let him be professional about looking forward to his secret relationship, and divide business from bodily pleasure, the atmosphere becomes dangerous?! The provoking adult way of not telling your intention...

Iseya Shou is the captain of the kendo club which is about to be shut down due to insufficient members. How far could he go to recruit additional members? Enters the charismatic student council president, Yagami Keishi. How does the manipulative strategist finally capture his guileless target?

A young Chinese boy, Lee-Ren is purchased from his poverty stricken mother by a Japanese official for sexual purposes in 1910. Thus begins the 'owned' life of Lee-Ren in his master's household, where he is alternately sold out and used within. Jin, the naive young son of the master, grows up with Lee-Ren. This is the story of their tumultuous relationship.

Tattoo artist Shidou is very negative and unsociable. He can't call people close to him friends and he has no lovers. Even when he feels lonely, he only goes for one-night stands. But then Takita, whom Shidou had slept with previously, approaches him without any hesitation! Takita comes to visit him every day at work, and Shidou can't refuse him because he owns the building. Takita's expressions of love for Shidou are escalating day by day!