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Tamaki, the son of a yakuza family, is friends with Tomoyuki who is 12 years older than him. One day, Tomoyuki kisses Tamaki. Tamaki becomes confused and runs away but before he has a chance figure out his feelings, Tomoyuki goes abroad for 3 years without saying anything or keeping in touch with Tamaki. Now Tomoyuki is back in Japan but he's avoiding Tamaki. Can the two become close again? Also look for Tsumasaki ni Kiss which follows the secret love of Homura (Tama’s older brother) and the heir of his rival group.

Naono's story from the Oyaji-Uke Tsumeawase anthology.

Aka Artbook AyaYamane Ayano's Artbook

Separated in childhood, Naoya is reunited with his best friend Tsukasa through his work. Though he is seemingly cold and distant, Tsukasa can't get Naoya off his mind. However, when Tamura, Naoya's co-worker, starts to show signs of affection towards Naoya, Tsukasa's jealousy is spurred. Can love blossom with so many obstacles in its path? continues in "Perfect world"

In the Goshintou series: Vol.1 - Zettai Meirei From Psycho Pandas: • Zettai Meirei (Absolute Decree) A wise, genius chief priest, Kikyou, falls in love with the beautiful heroic spirit of a sword, Kazuto. The story of a forbidden love. • Rakuin (Stigma) "I have corrupted you... Mikoto." The third sword spirit that cleanses evil, Mikoto, understands what it is to love the gentle fourth sword spirit, Shiou. However, Shiou is used by a political opponent's freed assassin...!? Vol.2 - Ryakudatsusha

An innocent boy, who has spent his whole life sheltered from the world in a hospital ward, meets a mysterious young man, claiming to be an acquaintance of his father. The boy’s naivety may very well save his life, but at what cost?

It's been about 2 years since the end of Yatteraneeze! and Chisato and Kanae have FINALLY gotten their shit together... or have they? They still fight all the time, clash at work and glare at each other across the breakfast table. But a little adversity has a funny way of bringing people together... Halfmoon Emotion is a sidestory to Yatteraneeze! written by Akizuki Koh (Fujimi Orchestra), with illustrations by Koide Mieko. read from right to left.

From Dangerous Pleasure: After being forced to quit his job and getting dumped by his girlfriend in the same day, Sawazu went out drinking with his four university friends to vent his depression. The day just after he announced, "I shall become gay," he woke up to find himself naked and lying beside his good friend Udaka. And after telling the stunned Sawazu, "I've always liked you," and "I won't see you anymore," Udaka left... Hand Which is a set of stories portraying friendship and love between men. Besides its stunning debut, it also includes extra one-shots that are popular amongst fans.

From Baka-Updates: Lawyer Gamou Toshiki and Prosecutor Amamiya Hiroaki met in college and quickly became friends, but for the serious Gamou it was love at first sight toward the charming Amamiya. After being separated for several years, Amamiya has moved back to Tokyo and though Gamou knows there's no chance of anything other than friendship, even that has to change...

A high school teacher, Ueda Wataru, was rejected by a person he loved back when he was a high school student and has been timid in love ever since. However, he's now fallen in love with his student's father, Ippongi Kazushi, a Yakuza. Although Ueda knows that he shouldn't be, he's fascinated with the good looking Ippongi's sweet words...

In the all-boys school, Blooming Love Academy, there’s a super-elite group where gorgeous guys flock in unrestrained abundance, the GLG (Gorgeous-Looking Guys). Even the people off-campus have heard of them.☆ One fateful day during the preparation of the school’s Christmas party, Echizen Makoto encounters the tall, handsome Fujimiya. Will the ordinary-looking Makoto ever have a chance to make his wish come true…? ♥ (From FantasyShrine)

Follow the adventures of Okita and the rest of the Shinsengumi in this fun romp with a yaoi twist through ninteenth century Japan. (from Countless Time)

A young boy who has always hated his girlish voice meets a striking man with a captivating voice. They try to figure out their feelings while striving to realize their dreams in theater.

A collection of three stories: 1. Seishun no Yamai wa - ch 1-4 2. Tengoku ga Mieru - ch 5-6 Sequel to Negai Kanae Tamae (Grant My Wish). Former bodyguard Kudo is harassed by a nosy thief while on a trip to Europe. 3. Good Night - ch 7

1) The Turquoise Morning .A well known photographer named Jed Knox acquires a one-sided love from his time in a foreign country. Because the target of his crush, Sahab, said he would never love another since his wife died, Jed would never tell of his feelings. Oh but how Jed wished Sahab would love him even a little bit and that he could have Sahab's soul in his hands. Although ifrits (genies, etc) are magical wish givers in story, what could happen if they were real? 2) It's Time for Goodbye It is the morning after and the student finally notices that the lover's room is exceptionally sparse. 3) LOVE-ING A guy tells his friend that he's gay and in love with him, but his friend is surprised and leaves. 4) Playboy! He has had it. His lover won't make love to him and refuses to stop seeing other women. 5) The Eyes of the Rose are Bombs The prince-like Hansumi has an effect on everyone around him, except Mitsuda. 6) Aah Boyfriend Suzuki can't stop fantasizing about his friend. 7) Garden of Despair Isuka is still trying to come to terms with his feelings for his friend. 8) The Eyes of the Rose are Blind Continuation of chapter 5. 9) Garden of Desire Continuation of chapter 7. 10) Bad Boy Continuation of chapter 4. 11) Go Go Boyfriend Continuation of chapter 6. 12) Postscript

[From Attractive Fascinante]: Chapter 1-4: Rose And Savage Seto Yasukuni fell in love with Tomokazu during middle school. Tomokazu’s dream is to become an illustrator. Yasukuni couldn’t bear to leave the quiet Tomokazu alone and took great care of him. They were separated before they even realize their own feelings for each other. Seven years later, Yasukuni met Tomokazu on his first day in the art college. Yet Tomokazu seems unexpectedly cold… Chapter 5: In Your Hand Chapter 6: In Your Heart Chapter 7: The Innocent Confession Continuation to '"Rose And Savage"

Eichi has always been in control, but when he notices baby-faced Souta has been taken advantage of, can he really keep his composure?

Kaduki Haruto runs away from his Old Japanese Court Music family, after he discovering that he likes modern music. His family is opposed to him being involved with anything but traditional music. Amamiya Keigo finds Kaduki singing in front of his apartment building. Kaduki collapses and Amamiya takes him to his appartment and cares for Kaduki, as though Kaduki were a stray cat. Kaduki begs to be allowed to stay and work for Amamiya. Amamiya agrees. What happens next? [By jennm]

Three delusional high school boys weave an intricate tale as they search for the meaning of life, love, and everything in between.

Ichita and Hiromu are childhood friends and neighbors. But when Hiromu sees Ichita making out with another guy, he calls it "disgusting" and stops speaking to Ichita. Does Ichita just want his friend back? Or does he want something more from Hiromu?

From Attractive Fascinante: Ch. 1-3: Kazuma, a yakuza, got shot and was saved by the heir of a tea ceremony family, Shibata Yukihiro. Yukihiro, being the illegitimate son, never allowed himself to ask for anything. Kazuma was the only one that Yukihiro had wanted to protect even though the burden that Kazuma carried was too dangerous. What should they do? A very in-depth story revolving around the Japanese traditions and the underworld and how the gentle and delicate Yukihiro and a powerful Kazuma managed to influence each other to find their true self. Ch. 4 - At First Sight Liam Brink, a university student, has a bit of an usual hobby - 'observing Maddox,' Maddox being another university student. The two have never spoken to each other until one day when Liam is knocked down by another student and his glasses are broken. Ch. 5 - Cry for the Sun Ethan's father just passed away. During the funeral, Ethan is torn by feelings of hatred towards the man that was absent through much of his life, though he doesn't understand the root of these feelings. Suddenly, he notices a mysterious weeping man at the edge of the funeral service that he doesn't recognize, but deep in his heart he somehow knows him - how can this be? Ch.6 - Garance A continuation of Kazuma and Yukihiro's story.

“It’s fine if our hearts aren’t connected”, that is what Takamura sensei thought when he confessed to his student, Rin. But after a few times of bodily contact, Takamura started to desire Rin’s heart. Will Rin open himself up and accept Takamura? [ From Attractive Fascinante ] Also contains a doujinshi (Takamura X Rin).

Because of some bad luck, Aikawa Towa’s recent problem is the complicated relationship between the devillish student council president, Shirahane Mikado. Kissing is not the only thing… but is this friendship?! What’s more, Towa started to take a part time job to find relief, but… His bad friends, Shinonome and Yukimura saw their kiss scene…?! Eh?! Will two guys be “lovers”…?! List of Warui Series: Vol 1 Warui Koto Shitai [1-1] Vol 2 Waruiko Demo Ii? [1-2] Vol 3 Kirai ja nai Kedo [2-1] Vol 4 Koi Ja nai Kedo [2-2] --- Warui Koto Bakkashite Gomennasai [1-3 &/ 2-3] Vol 5 Warui Yatsu Demo Ii [1-4] Vol 6 Mujihi na Otoko [3-1] Vol 7 Warui Koibito ja Dame? [1-5] Vol 8 Kare ja nai kedo [2-4] Vol 9 Mujihi na Anata [3-2] Vol 10 Sunao ja nai Kedo [2-5]

1. Water Breath (main story) An injury destroyed Olympic hopeful Ryuji Hayashida's promising swimming career. He was transferred to a university where he believed no one knew who he was, but he was wrong. There was someone who recognized him the moment their gazes met at the university's swimming club. 2. Pension A tempestuous tale of a rock band and the consequences of their enigmatic guitarist's return. It didn't take long to realize he has a keen interest in their lead singer. 3. Dance Shachi never got over his feelings for his classmate Michio who jokingly danced with him at school. Years after their school graduation he discovered what Michio did for a living. The discovery inspired him to sell his father's car for one night with Michio, which turned into a different kind of dance. [warning: contains S&M scenes] 4. Longing Shy and timid high school student Sakaki has always watched his classmate Ryoji from afar, but he wasn't as invisible as he believed himself to be.