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Shouta Aikawa is an enthusiastic third-grader with a deep love for insects. He raises a rhinoceros beetle larva, which he names Moriking, with care for two months. However, much to his surprise, Moriking defies its expected transformation into a beetle and evolves into a human instead. As it turns out, Moriking is a rare species, an insect king that emerges only once every hundred million years. It must pass a trial to prove its worthiness as the King of Insects. This trial involves venturing out into the world and surviving on its own. Moriking recognizes Shouta as its savior and owner and wishes to stay with the Aikawa family. Shouta has no issues with the humanoid beetle's unique abilities, but his sister Shouko is hesitant. After some convincing, their parents agree to take Moriking into their family. However, the task ahead for Moriking and its owners is not an easy one. They must help Moriking defeat four other candidate kings to become the Lord of the Forest, ruler of all the insects in the world. Other one-shot stories include Shinrin Shugosha Moriking in Volume 2, and Baito Leader Tetsuzawa: Futou no Nanokakan in Volume 4.
At Sanada North High School, Tadakuni, Hidenori Tabata, and Yoshitake Tanaka lead ordinary lives as typical high school boys. Unlike some, they're not preoccupied with winning sports championships or pursuing romantic interests. Instead, they spend their time exploring different experiences, including trying on skirts, making the most of summer vacation, and engaging in philosophical discussions with an idealistic significant other by the riverbank. Their varying personalities often lead to entertaining and relatable situations, highlighting the humorous side of teenage life.
Once contented, Shizuo Oguro can't shake off the nagging feeling that his life misses something. So, at forty, he quits his monotone job as a salary man to follow his lifelong dream of becoming a manga artist. The whole family is now hostage to this pursuit. Shizuo spends his days engrossed in video games while his teenage daughter and elderly father pick up the slack. Will he blossom and create an exceptional manga or flop and just be another idle drop-out?
At Kameido High School, the members of the tennis club, four girls in particular, engage in both hilarious tennis-related and non-tennis-related antics. However, Yuri Oshimoto, a new member, is often the only sane one amidst her eccentric and silly upperclassmen. Among them is Kanae Shinjou, who despite being a member of the tennis club, is incapable of playing tennis; Marimo Bandou, an unpredictable pervert hailing from Kansai; and Nasuno Takamiya, an airheaded and enigmatic wealthy girl who attempts to solve every problem with money. Whether all four are present or not, this tennis manga is guaranteed to leave readers in fits of laughter throughout its run.
The decrease in Japan's birth rate has resulted in a loss of innocent energy sources for the magical world. Businesses are closing due to the scarcity, and the authorities have implemented a policy to create everlasting love for those who prioritize careers or hobbies over romance. As a preliminary test, high school student Anzu Hoshino is selected by fairy Riri before the policy is enforced nationwide. Anzu is the ideal candidate with her love for video games, pet cat, and obsession with chocolate. Unfortunately, Anzu is entirely against the idea and tries to stop the magical world from forcing her into a relationship. Despite the confiscation of her distractions, Anzu is determined to avoid her predetermined fate. However, when she collides with Tsukasa Kazuki, a hot guy from her school, her efforts prove to be futile. Now unable to evade the boy, Anzu wonders if her sabotage tactics will work.
Meet Amane Mizuno a girl with fierce sanpaku eyes and a pure heart! She has recently fallen for a boy named Katou, who has the exact opposite attitude! Will the tender-hearted Amane ever tell him how she feels?!
Doraemon is cat shaped robot from the future traveling all the way back to the 20th century in order to help Nobi Nobita, a lazy kid with nothing really going for him. Nobi is bad at sports, his grades are terrible, he can't even win a match of rock-paper-scissors. Doraemon has a hard task ahead of him but he is well prepared with a huge arsenal of the most inventive and funny gadgets available. The problem is he's not the most competent robot cat helper out there either and the pair gets in constant trouble because of it. Thus begins one of the most interesting friendships ever to appear in a manga series.
The descendant of an ancient ninja clan, this high school student is a skilled karate expert. Despite his mastery in martial arts, he lacks rationality and acts without any restraint. He frequently finds himself in hot water with the school authorities and indulges in his fetish for pilfering girls' underwear, especially Mayumi's. He values three things above all else: his luscious locks, his prized collection of panties, and his unwavering commitment to Mayumi's safety.
Narumi Momose is a cute and petite young lady with a passion for idols, games, and all things related to anime or manga, particularly the boys' love genre. Secretly, she is an otaku, specifically a fujoshi. Her interests led to a breakup in her previous relationship, prompting her to seek a fresh job. At her new workplace, only her childhood friend and gaming otaku, Hirotaka Nifuji, the cool and mature-looking beauty, Hanako Koyanagi, and the attractive guy with a scary face who always quarrels with Hanako, Tarou Kabakura, know of her secret. While having drinks together, Hirotaka suggests that Narumi should date someone who understands her hobbies. However, she is apprehensive since otakus are typically considered disgusting, and only another otaku could fathom them. Could a relationship between two otakus thrive? Wotaku ni Koi wa Muzukashii follows Narumi and Hirotaka's romantic journey as they attempt to balance their work, relationships, and hobbies, creating a heartwarming story.
"Can a liar lead a life of good?" Utsuho's truthfulness as a child resulted in an enormous catastrophe, and he decided to lie from that day forward. Raised in a village of orphans by a monk, Utsuho is an unrepentant troublemaker. The monk eventually inspires him to help people, but there's no way Utsuho's going to lead an honest life! Instead, he's going to use his talents for mischief and deception for good!
Saku Fujigaya faints and misplaces her handbag in a busy train due to her anemia. As soon as she regains consciousness in the hospital, she finds her bag with belongings and a scribbled note that reveals the identity and phone number of the kind stranger who rescued her. Unfortunately, Saku fails to contact them despite trying multiple times. At one point, Saku regarded herself as a background character, barely significant in the eyes of society. But the kind stranger who helped her changed her perspective and instilled new hope in her. She decides to be the change she wants to see and pledges to assist anyone in need. This aspiration stays with her even in high school. On her first day, somebody calls out her name, the same name as the person who saved her. But upon closer inspection, they're looking for another Sakura.
Delight in the amusing and whimsical daily (mis)adventures of the Crimson Vow! This offshoot comedy is a playful frolic that showcases the unforgettable characters from the series Didn't I Say To Make My Abilities Average in the Next Life?!
