TOP MANGA OF THE WEEK

From Girls' Generation Scanlation: This is a tale about Tomioka Sakito, a handsome young owner of a Dog Cafe, and Kanade Sakuza who likes small children and animals, but doesn't know how to get along with them, and instead, frightens them. When the two finally get along, Kanade finds out that Sakito is married and has a kid. What's the story behind that...?

Series of oneshots 1- Atelier- Art student Ritsu takes on Tagami, a teacher with a bad attitude. 2- Mad Dog Breeder- Kusugawa want to discover what his coworker Oka means when he says he get "desperate" when he drinks. 3- Longing for the Houseguest- Haruka and Jun are roommates and novelists. But after Jun's sloppy housekeeping makes Haruka injure his hands, guilty Jun needs to help Haruka any way he can. 4)- White Snow, Black Wings- ex-prostitute Mizuki and mafia assassin Katsuhiko are on the run from their former bosses. But Katsuhiko is sick. 5)Milk- A young man has a guy who wanders in and out of his life like a cat. 6)Twilight Amusement Park- Sensei is dating his student, Yoshii, who wants to quit school and work in an amusement park. But Yoshii's family wants him to study abroad. 7)Haruhi- His young patient dying of a mysterious illness, a doctor takes him on a trip to the sea.

Yamato works for his father’s company, is subordinate to his older sister, and harbors a secret affection for his sister’s fiancé, Sakaguchi. The day before his sister’s wedding, Yamato privately confesses his feelings to Sakaguchi. The answer he receives is surprising and unexpected, but at this last hour, can Yamato face the consequences of having his wish fulfilled…? Included in “Last Portrait” is the independent story of “Stairway to Heaven" : Narumi Imai has been with the FBI in Washington DC for six months, and already he has been recognized as the best man for... odd, chore-like jobs. As much as he wants to work in the field, his first opportunity comes under a bizarre set of circumstances. Narumi is the personally chosen bodyguard of Keith Coburn, a former FBI agent brought in from prison to HQ just seven days before his scheduled execution. Both Keith's mission and life have a time limit, and for the next seven days, Narumi will be his companion on the stairway to Heaven. From DramaQueen

Sakamoto is a serious and introverted law student. Iida works construction and is always making too much noise. The lives of these two drastically different neighbors are about to collide.

Continues the story started in 'Aseru' (also on Manga Fox). Kazuo is obsessed with his friend's older brother, Yuudai. Kazuo tracks him down and keeps him prisoner, taking what he wants from Yuudai's body everyday. Is it love or is it hate? (Warning: confinement, non-con)

From Baka-Update: Russian bodyguard Alexis is given the task of hunting down famous art thief Shiro, but is intrigued by art researcher Kairi. In a world of lies, intrigues, and espionage, love can be a deadly illusion...

1-3) Blue Grey Dream After the failure attempt of eloping with his customer, Shiki (Purple Ghost), a male prostitute, gave up his hope for love… until Ootori-sensei came along. Will Shiki finally find what he had been looking for…!? So what if there's a huge gap on their social standings, what's so wrong about living and loving for the moment? Enjoy this forbidden love story in the red-light district. 4) Untied Heartbeat Shinobu and Washizaki parted ways in the most terrible of circumstances and after the many years that have passed, Shinobu is still scarred by the incident. When Washizaki returns to Japan and seeks treatment for cancer at Shinobu’s hospital, Shinobu must face his past and find a resolution to the difficult feelings he’s hidden deep inside. 5) Heartthrob Prince Noriaki, a normal Japanese high school student befriends transfer student, Zeid, a prince from overseas. As Zeid accustoms himself to Japan, Noriaki, although frustrated with Zeid’s broken Japanese, finds the prince increasingly more charismatic and charming. Can Zeid charm his way into Noriaki’s heart, and ultimately, his bed?

1,2) The Perfect Wife Teshima could never resist his adorable kouhai Yuuichi; he always ended up buying him things and lending him money. Yuuichi moved away a year ago, but now he's back and Teshima's just happy to spend time with him again. But are they picking up right where they left off? Can Yuuichi really be that dense? 3)Sweet Pain Islander Mihama spends most of his time alone, so when klutzy vacationer Kunitsu stumbles into his life, Mihama doesn't expect much from him. Kunitsu's kind nature draws him in, but vacation's always have to end... 4,5)Love and Smile Intense Kuramochi and push-over Kao are unlikely friends and roommates. When Kuramochi feels Kao drifting away, he pulls him tighter. Kao doesn't ever protest, but he's spending more and more time away from home... 6)Please Give Me Your Hand When Sonoda gets a girlfriend, lonely Mizuno still travels to the places they used to hang out at. Including the restaurant where he's noticed by waiter Nomiya.

Yoshinaga is madly in love with Takao. However, Takao is in love with big tits. Facing such a frivolous lover, Yoshinaga needs to use all ways to tame Takao. But will Takao really listen and give up big tits? (- Attractive Fascinante) Contains a two-part oneshot called Dancing on the Horizon. Takeharu is traumatized of water ever since his father fell out of his boat while fishing and was never seen again. His cousin, Toshizou, had once traveled the world but is now a freeloader at his place. Will Toshizou be able to help Takeharu overcome his fear? Or will the same traumatizing events occur?

Three stories featuring an element of voyeurism - one man observing the object of his affection. 1. Mitsumete Itai (I'll Be Watching You): Chief Yamaguchi, a middle-aged married company manager, meets up with carefree motormouth Abe Kazuki once a month for dinner and sex. But each man secretly longs for greater intimacy. Over time they do become close, but the Chief's transfer to America and family problems threaten to ruin their fragile affair. 2. Ore ga Iru Kara (Because I'll Be There): High school student Yagi is caught making out with a girl by Karino, senior member of the rugby club. As the school bad boy, this is no big deal for Yagi - especially since he and Karino weren't friends in the first place. But when the tables are turned a week later, Yagi must summon the courage to be a hero. 3. Yume no Hate (The End of a Dream): John, a jaded male escort, has dreams of being with Chris, his aloof agent. How can a client's run-of-the-mill filming request drive these two professionals apart?

From mochi*mochi: Morimura Yuuki, concertmaster at Fujimi Citizens Orchestra, loves music and his small, amateurish, but tight-knit group at Fujimi. His world is shaken up when a brilliant, new conductor, Tounoin Kei, is recruited to breathe life into their music and orchestra. Yuuki feels Tounoin's high demands will do nothing but chase away the members, but when he draws more from them than they ever thought possible, Yuuki reconsiders his own motives for staying at Fujimi. Obviously, the newcomer Tounoin understands Fujimi more than Yuuki ever did and even has the girl that Yuuki's been in love with for the past three years, at his feet. Nursing a wounded pride Yuuki resigns from Fujimi, but Tounoin has other ideas...

From Yaoi Is Life: "Can't you let me be the only one to see what's under these clothes?" Suzumi Yoshinaga has always had a complex about his body, which has been said to look like a model's. He was about to meet a man overflowing with confidence and talent. One day, when Suzumi went to the neighborhood bathhouse "Kusabane Bath", there was a handsome attendant there. For some reason, the attendant stared at Suzumi with a hot, impudent look. Several days later, he finds out that this very man is the famous calligrapher Kusaba Shisou...?!

Set in Japan during the '20s, Mitsuyaku is the story of two childhood friends from very different walks of life who grow up to become lovers. Yuuichi is an ambitious type from humble beginnings, working his way towards success. His beloved Iori is the scion of an important family -- a beautiful, dark-haired creature with a gentle nature. Unfortunately, one of the aspects of belonging to an important lineage is marriage. Will the hero have the guts to stay with the love of his life, or will he succumb to his family's pressure to shore up the dwindling finances by marrying rich?

In the gritty backstreets of Paris, Jin ekes out a living as an informant while his buddy, Mari, does business as a hitman. They‘ve been friends since they were brats, but Jin’s demanding behavior has Mari growing increasingly resentful. Even so, Mari can’t seem to cut his ties to Jin. Has their friendship lasted so long it’s become impossible to break? What will happen when Jin’s new live-in boyfriend ignores Mari’s warning about Jin’s carefree lifestyle…? Prequel: Koujitsusei no Tobira

Raising Decoy 1-3 • Ato no Matsuri A group of male students, having failed to get girlfriends are soon becoming desperate, what will these "innocent" boys resort to? • Tenshi no Houbutsusen (Parabola) • Actress • Shishiza no Boku to Natsu no Yozora

Kyouta Sakurai is a student in the second grade of a prestigious high school. He is suddenly assigned to be a chairman of the students council, instead of Kei Mikami, a very beautiful, respected and intelligent vice-chairman. The members of the council are cold to Kyouta because of that and Kei says to him "You are just a symbol. I will do everything instead of you". But Kyouta still tries to be as good a chairman as he can. When he is nearly raped, Kei saves him and orders Kyouta to be his pet in return of his support with the council work...

Kouda’s job in Tokyo didn’t go well and now he lives as a cafeteria worker back in the country side. One day, he meets Nojima, who moves into the neighborhood, and becomes close with him, but finds out he’s the leader of the notorious Nojima group! But contrary to his reputation, Nojima asks Kouda to eat with him every day, and he can’t seem to sleep by himself because of the rumors that ghosts might appear in his house.

From Attractive Fascinante: Yoshizawa Kuuya, a high-schooler, grew up in a single-parent family. Because his mother was an unpopular actress, he had to work part-time as a pizza delivery boy. While making his delivering one day, he accidentally met a gay couple arguing and one of them was his sensei, Kakei Yuuichi. After that, they started to get closer. Was it a coincidence or a destiny?

"Aren't you always thinking about that guy?!" An arrogant Bakeneko (cat monster), named Kuro, is taken in by ordinary honor student Noeru. Kuro however leaves Noeru alone in a classroom after turning him into an erotic beauty with his powerful ero-magic. Things get complicated when he ends up sleeping with cool guy Shouei, the person he's secretly in love with! The dutiful honor student becomes a lusty boy... Erotically sweet and troubled high school days ensue!

Isaka is secretly in love with his caretaker and former childhood friend Asahina. However, Asahina seems to be obsessed with Isaka's father... or so it seems.

The owner of Boy's Club Garcon is closing up the store one night when he finds an injured young man on the street! His name is Kouta, and when he catches a glimpse of his handsome rescuer, it's love at first sight!

From Fantasy Shrine: “Would you be my mate for life?” For the sake of his little patient, Resident Doctor Yashiro Takashi agreed to a bet with the beautiful doll maker, Kuze Shinobu, who claimed to be his “destined one”. Unaware of their intertwined fate, Takashi had bonded himself with Shinobu in a spirit marriage.

To fulfill their life long dream, Ezakike Shuu's parents left for Africa, leaving him in charge of his younger brothers. However, growing up without parents' guidance, the Ezakike brothers are often ill-treated and looked down upon. In order to protect his brothers, Shuu devotes his life to raise them filled with happy memories. However, a fated meeting with his new homeroom teacher would turn his life upside down... From Baka-Updates: This series is on hiatus in origin country.

(From Attractive Fascinante) 1) Yearning for you Kizaki sees Jinka Senpai having sex with another male student. Now Kizaki can't get Jinka Senpai off his mind. Will Jinka Senpai be upset at Kizaki's voyuerism? Will our bois come to an understanding? You'll just have to wait and see... 2) You're My Only Shinin' Star Aoba Motoyuki is a starving model. World renowned jewelry designer, Tateyama Souji, needs a model for his new, expensive line of jewelry. Will Aoba's beauty finally be recognized? When did Aoba's family jewels get so expensive? 3) The Secret Relations Hirose and Yuuto are classmates. Yuuto has a one-sided love for Hirose or at least, he thinks it is one-sided. Stress, worry, and too many crepes cause Yuuto to have to be rushed to the hospital where Hirose may find new ways to cure Yuuto's illness. 4)Let's go with Love Tatsuhiro has always taken care of his younger brother Mitsuhiro. But now that they're older and living together, Tatsuhiro's feelings are more than brotherly... 5)Happy Incident Watase is surprised when beautiful student Tsujidou confesses to him. Though they start going out, their relationship isn't physical. Will clueless Watase and shy Tsujidou figure out what to do? 6)Please love me more Jinka is getting ready to graduate, and his younger lover Kizaki is feeling insecure. Will a shower make everything better?