『 Hidden Gems 』

“ Asako has a "unique constitution." He senses the lingering thoughts of the deceased and experiences the circumstances under which they died with his own body.”

» Super interesting murder mystery with great characters! This sequel touches more on the romance, while the prequel has more murder mysteries (also rec, very fascinating).

❖ Prequel: https://www.mangago.me/read-manga/stigmata_seikon_sousa/

∴ violence

1326k / 1424 / 9.4

“ On a dark and snowy night, Sho-an drags home what he believes to be the corpse of a beautiful man. But, even though Sho-an is ready to reduce the body into medical supplies, he is dismayed to discover the body lives. Sho-an names his corpse-cum-patient Yuki and gains a houseguest that eats his food and keeps his bed warm throughout the year.”

∴ violence

2842k / 1440 / 9.1

“ Two childhood friends meet again as roommates at university.”

» This is such a wholesome and sweet friends to lovers story! The dynamic between the characters is really entertaining and the pacing is very natural. The story is so stress free and straightforward, I’m just watching two friends fall in love and it’s so easygoing and healing, I love it!

◈ Full color

1562k / 1388 / 9.4

Sunho gets a koi ornament from his mother that is supposed to bring good fortune. While his fortune truly does take a turn for the better, he finds out that his good luck is not from the ornament itself but from the feisty guardian spirit it houses.

◈ Full color

4836k / 1115 / 9.4

» I can't pinpoint the exact reason I love this so much but it's so entertaining and dramatic and I always get invested reading it. Charming characters that have their own flaws but you can't help but love them and root for them to get their shit together. Comedic at times, poetic at others, this is a well written story of the love and friendships of two high school boys.

∴ prior rape - not between mcs

5123k / 2320 / 9.0

“ Shunji Fujishiro, a photographer, wakes up in a hospital bed after a fall. He is immediately surprised and irritated by the casual attitude of the physician who looks after him, Mutsumi Higa. As for Mutsumi, he is intrigued by Shunji, whose honest and impulsive character is diametrically opposed to his.”

» A beautifully poetic story, touching and a bit introspective with an easy pacing.

1257k / 1758 / 9.1

“ White-collar worker Koiwai is secretly crushing on a young vending machine handler. One day, he musters up the courage to start up a conversation, which sets the stone rolling into a closer relationship. Contact info exchanged, he surprises Koiwai with words like, "Can I call you by your given name?" They're both working adults, but it almost feels like a first crush!”

1041k / 1722 / 9.4

“ Sakaguchi is in a sexual relationship with his step father that is abusive, but he enjoys the pain because it helps mask darker memories from his past. He then meets another student who also has a troubled background who may be the person to help him stop his self-inflicted pain.”

∴ child abuse, self harm, rape - not between mcs and not romanticized

4591k / 2868 / 9.0

“ Self-conscious gay, Seto, encounters well-dressed Kurusu while he was in the middle of crying from a broken heart.”

» Surprisingly romantic and wholesome for a story that started with a one night stand and temporary lovers situation! Bisexuality acknowledgement, mature characters who communicate well and take time to settle into their feelings, respectful seme, and a healthy relationship! This was such a sweet and refreshing read!

1807k / 3698 / 9.3

» Heartwarming and Harada isn't often seen together but this story does just that. A pure but painful story with a blend of sweetness, humor, and heartache
One of Harada's softer works that may throw fans off with the shounen ai tag. While this doesn't have the same twisted psychological intensity that we know and love, it retains the Harada signature of incredible storytelling.

∴ suicide

511k / 988 / 9.4