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Risa and Atsushi refuse to give in to fate and instead team up to pursue their true love interests. As they work together, their camaraderie blossoms. But could this relationship become more complicated? Perhaps the stories told in Volume 12, "Even as a Star, I Love You," and Volume 16, "Our Place," hold the answers.
Upon being elected Student Council President, first-year student Kurokami Medaka introduces a suggestion box for students to share their concerns, which quickly earns the nickname "Medaka Box." Medaka proclaims that no issue is too small for her attention and requests that students submit their problems without hesitation. Despite winning the council election by an overwhelming 98% vote, Medaka is the sole member of the council. She enlists the help of her childhood friend, Hitoyoshi Zenkichi, as the least ranking member of the council. Eventually, Medaka brings on two more members, former judo club member Akune Kouki as secretary, and swim club member Kikaijima Mogana as treasurer on loan for 300 yen a day. Together, the members of the Student Council diligently work to address the problems presented in the Medaka Box. They handle a variety of issues, from handling disruptive club members to drafting love letters and searching for lost pets. Their dedication to helping those in need earns them the admiration and respect of the entire school.
Yatsuki Nishizuru works part-time in Akihabara and has the unique ability to see and talk to spirits, specifically the youkai that reside in the area. However, Yatsuki prefers to lead a normal life, focusing on work, caring for his younger sister Nanao, and enjoying a coffee at a nearby café. But all of that changes when he is unexpectedly hit in the face by a girl who falls out of a tree. This girl, named Rokka Ayatsuji, quickly becomes friends with Yatsuki and Nanao. However, they soon discover that Rokka is actually a Rokurokubi, an ancient youkai that feeds on souls and can stretch her neck to incredible lengths. Complicating matters further, Yatsuki reveals that Nanao's body and spirit are separate, and Nanao is actually a ghost. At the same time, Momo Chitoseya, one of the waitresses at the café, gets possessed by an evil spirit. Yatsuki and Rokka carry out an exorcism to save her, attracting the attention of Nagi, Momo's sister, who is a professional medium. In exchange for their assistance in eliminating dangerous youkai in Akihabara, Nagi vows to find a way to reunite Nanao's spirit with her body. Aware of the dangerous spirit world, Yatsuki embarks on a dangerous journey to restore his sister's spirit to her body, risking his life in the process.
The manga, in a 4-panel format, portrays Yoshiko, a girl who is genuinely unintelligent (she can even achieve all zeroes in multiple choice tests). At school, she stays with her childhood friend, who she professes to have feelings for, and he must endure her absurd actions. Bonus story: Volume 12: Nandemo Shiteageru (I'd do anything for you.)
A petite P.E. teacher, Mami Tachibana, meets on a spring night… a tall, mature junior teacher!? Her affectionate, touchy junior gets way too close, and it’s troublesome…
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.
Warrior Woman's sole wish is for Hero to love her back. Despite her attempts to exhibit her womanhood, he views her solely as a comrade during their exploits. Her unmatched combat expertise empowers her to defeat even the most fearsome adversary, such as vanquishing a dragon without difficulty. Is it possible for her to earn Hero's love without causing him any unintended harm?
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?!
