For a prolonged time, 29-year-old Mikita Ryuuji kept his love for his friend Koya hidden. But eventually, he couldn't hold it in any longer and sought temporary relief by spending a night with Sudo, someone he met at a bar. Even though Mikita only intended it to be a meaningless encounter, Sudo unexpectedly reenters his life and decides to stick around. Unfortunately, this sets off a chain of events that unravel Mikita's life.
The Continent of Song is in utter disarray due to the nefarious scheming of a secret society called Demon Card. Wielding the destructive power of Dark Bring, they seek to devastate everything and everyone in their path. The sole force capable of thwarting their evil plans are the fabled Rave stones. However, tragedy struck 50 years ago when the Rave Stones were scattered across the globe in a cataclysmic explosion. Now, the only hope of saving the world from certain doom rests on the shoulders of Haru Glory, a sixteen-year-old teenager hailing from Garage Island, who must collect the scattered Rave Stones and wield them as the new Rave Master. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, Haru must rise to the occasion and put an end to Demon Card's reign of terror once and for all. The adventure spans over 296 exciting chapters, with an additional two chapters including a special RAVE007 chapter and an epilogue chapter, totaling 298 thrilling pages.
From Intercross: 1-3) Anata e no Crescendo First love. Reunion. Misunderstanding. Passing by each other. And…a teary happy ending. "When you can play this tune, play it for me"…Suzuno has always been searching for the boy who told her that, whom she met at a piano recital when she was small. After entering high school, she was chosen to play the piano to accompany a chorus competition. Suzuno started practicing with Aiba-kun and Fujisawa-kun from her class, but Fujisawa-kun told her that they used to meet when they were small…!? 4) Invincible Love Mission Ten years ago Hina, without a single relative, was taken into the Ichijou family as the bodyguard for their eldest son, Reo. However… 5) God's Love Theorem "Please let me have a boyfriend this year" Mizutani Yuzu, 16 years old, has up until now, never visited the shrine on New Years but she has a wish to be granted no matter what. When She throws her money offering hers gets hit by another and doesnt go in. Will her wish come true? 6) Mistake! "My friend Ryou, who always fights with me, confessed to me yesterday. It was so sudden…that without thinking…RAN AWAY"' The place that exploded is the residence of Professor Random, a curio inventor! There's no damage to the neighborhood, but it seems that the mysterious smoke that he developed was spread thoughout the town. This smoke is harmless, however it changes humans into…!
Tokumaru Tokuda is a medical student who is taking a leave of absence from school and spending every day lazily. To search for his big brother who went missing after sending an e-mail saying "Help me," Tokumaru ends up going to "Western Tibet." Using the photo that his brother sent as a hint, Tokumaru and two male guides, Sonam and Namgyal head toward a certain valley. However, it's a valley that not even the locals go near since it is said that the valley brings disaster on anybody that comes near… The three men embark on their long journey on foot in Western Tibet, the land high above the world.
Upon returning to her hometown, Hina became aware of the stark division between two opposing groups in her high school, identified by their uniform colors: the flamboyant and violent Nishizaki who wore black, and the solitary and obsessive Isshiki who wore white. To add to the tension, there were also the "grays" who opted for their own clothing and refused to align themselves with either group. In a dangerous spot, Hina found herself stuck between the two leaders of the factions, as the conflict intensified. The story also includes a one-shot called "3 Days."
Beni is a spirited and determined individual who isn't bothered if her death brings shame to her conceited father. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Kagetora, a ninja who has dropped from the sky and pledged to guard her at all costs. Kagetora has come from a bygone era and has made it his life's goal to protect Princess Beni. Nevertheless, Kagetora is unaware that the Beni he's guarding isn't the real princess. Will love and honor endure amidst a bizarre, contemporary world, after being warped via centuries in time?
At Tokyo's high-class club, "Chateau du Amour," Renjouji Kiriya holds the esteemed title of the number one ranked host. The club specializes in catering to female clients with the company of cultured and charming men. However, unbeknownst to many, Kiriya is actually Yamada Kotarou, a boy who came to Tokyo from Nagasaki to settle his parent's debt. Despite his popularity, some of the other hosts are envious of Kiriya and are determined to dig up any dirt to discredit him. This proves challenging for Kiriya, especially after a former customer abandons a young, adorable girl claiming he is the father. As if that wasn't enough, his Nagasaki girlfriend, Miharu, arrives in Tokyo with no knowledge of his profession. Additionally, the story includes a one-shot titled "Apple."
The bespectacled boy whom CEO had harbored unrequited love for years was held tightly by an alluring singer who begged, "CEO, please let me go!" Unsurprisingly, CEO was deeply embarrassed by the situation and had hoped to never see the boy again. However, the universe had different plans, and on only the second day, the boy showed up as his assistant. CEO couldn't help but wonder if the boy was hiding his true identity to avoid a former lover or for some other mysterious reason, adding to the many enigmas that consumed his mind.
Real Account is a popular social media app that enables its users to link their account to reality. From socializing to buying things in real life, the app has become indispensable in daily life, especially for second-year high school student Ataru Kashigawa. He uses Real Account as a means to escape reality and he feels a sense of belonging and connection to his followers, whom he considers as his friends. However, Ataru's views on friendship drastically change when he gets plunged into the virtual world of Real Account and is forced to participate in horrific death games alongside ten thousand other users. But these are far from ordinary online death games as dying in the world of Real Account means that you and all your followers die in reality. To make matters worse, having no followers also means certain death. As Aratu begins to participate in these death games, he discovers the existence of Yuuma Mukai, a teenager who looks just like him. This discovery creates a twist in events. Betrayed by his so-called friends one by one, Ataru is left with one anonymous follower. In this virtual world where a single follower could be the difference between life or death, Ataru must survive and complete these games in order to return to the real world.
The son of a renowned pianist, Shinichi Chiaki, is a devoted and ambitious conductor who is currently in his fourth year at Momogaoka College of Music. While his father's influence was the driving force behind his love for music, his fear of flying has confined him to Japan. One evening, Chiaki passes out and comes to in the care of his neighbor, Megumi "Nodame" Noda, a peculiar and messy pianist. Initially hesitant to collaborate with Nodame, Chiaki discovers himself enamored with her unique personality - reigniting his passion for music. What does the future hold for this unexpected musical duo?
Kira's devotion to art dictates her life, leading her to keep a low profile in high school. Meanwhile, Rei flaunts his bad boy image with a pompous and violent attitude, earning himself a reputation as a womanizer. Although their personalities clash, Kira finds the bravery to confront Rei when she catches him kissing a statue of Mars, requesting him to pose as her model. Against all odds, Rei accepts her offer.
Behind your eyelids lurk creatures called mushi, some of which devour silence and others which bring madness to men. These beings came into existence alongside life itself, and still coexist with our world, hidden from most. As a mushishi, Ginko possesses the knowledge and abilities to help those who are inadvertently impacted by mushi. With a wry grin, he travels far and wide, aware of the existence of these elusive creatures, while most remain oblivious. This manga won the Excellence Prize for Manga at the 7th Japan Media Arts Festival in 2003, as well as the Kodansha Manga Award for General Manga in 2006.