Ophiuchus's manga / #Shoujo(82)

-------------------------------- KODANSHA SUMMARY My Darling Next Door, Volume 1 (2021) Ririka thinks she must be missing out—after all, what high school girl isn't obsessed with romance? But when a young, handsome salaryman moves in next door, she realizes she may just be able to understand the appeal of crushes, after all... Kodansha: https://kodansha.us/product/my-darling-next-door-1/ My Darling Next Door, Volume 2 (2021) The more Ririka gets to know her new neighbor Hinocchi, the more she falls for him. But he's an office worker who's five years older than her! Ririka wants to change her position from little sister to romantic interest, but Hinnochi's unconscious charm keeps her at its mercy…! Check out volume 2 of this love story between a gyaru and her white collar neighbor!! Kodansha: https://kodansha.us/product/my-darling-next-door-2/ My Darling Next Door, Volume 3 (2021) Ririka’s hopelessly in love with her next-door neighbor, Hinocchi. Even though she wants to keep taking things slow, her one-sided affections come pouring out—right in front of him! On Hinocchi’s part, although he handled her like a responsible adult at first, his true feelings gradually come to light as Ririka’s keep growing stronger! Will they take things a step beyond being “just neighbors”…?! Kodansha: https://kodansha.us/product/my-darling-next-door-3/ My Darling Next Door, Volume 4 (2022) Just when Ririka works up the nerve to tell Hinocchi how she feels about him, he turns her down. Heartbroken and in shock, Ririka embarks on her school trip to Hokkaido… In a crazy turn of events, she runs into Hinocchi, who’s there on a business trip. As they look at out at the nighttime view of the city, they’re able to talk frankly about their feelings. Upon returning, Ririka finds that both Hinocchi’s birthday and Christmas are quickly closing in… along with the distance between her and Hinocchi! Kodansha: https://kodansha.us/product/my-darling-next-door-4/ My Darling Next Door, Volume 5 (2022) Hinocchi and Ririka both have feelings for each other, but they’ve agreed to keep things platonic until she graduates in six months. Even kissing is off the table! Hoping to still find ways to kindle their romance, Ririka plans a date at his house. Hinocchi has trouble holding himself back, but knowing that he feels that strongly about her only makes Ririka like him more. Finally, the two get to go on a real date! Ririka is over the moon, but it seems Hinocchi has some bad news… Kodansha: https://kodansha.us/product/my-darling-next-door-5/

Wanted (2005) In the Mediterranean at end of the 17th century, former songstress Armeria disguises herself as a boy and boards the ship of the pirate Skulls--the man who kidnapped Luce, her first love. Captain Skulls is arrogant, violent, and a skirt chaser! And unfortunately for Armeria, he discovers she's a woman... Source: Viz Read here: https://www.mangago.me/read-manga/wanted_hino_matsuri/ Includes a side story called Haru wa Sakura: Shou wants to be a doctor, but female doctors are forbidden. Takao is a delinquent, whose bad reputation is known by many. Somehow these two people cross paths and a connection is made. Was it just a chance meeting or will something more come out of it? Source: MU ------------ MU TAGS Adventure Comedy Fantasy Historical Romance Shoujo Arranged Marriage Childhood Friend/s Doctor/s Female Disguised as Male Long-Lost Lover Naive Female Lead Pirate/s Ship/s Singer/s Tattoo/s Treasure/s Tsundere Male Lead Mature Contents Partial Nudity

Edited: Marked as read (I bought the official versions) Wanted (2005) In the Mediterranean at end of the 17th century, former songstress Armeria disguises herself as a boy and boards the ship of the pirate Skulls--the man who kidnapped Luce, her first love. Captain Skulls is arrogant, violent, and a skirt chaser! And unfortunately for Armeria, he discovers she's a woman... Source: Viz Includes a side story called Haru wa Sakura: Shou wants to be a doctor, but female doctors are forbidden. Takao is a delinquent, whose bad reputation is known by many. Somehow these two people cross paths and a connection is made. Was it just a chance meeting or will something more come out of it? Source: MU ------------ MU TAGS Adventure Comedy Fantasy Historical Romance Shoujo Arranged Marriage Childhood Friend/s Doctor/s Female Disguised as Male Long-Lost Lover Naive Female Lead Pirate/s Ship/s Singer/s Tattoo/s Treasure/s Tsundere Male Lead Mature Contents Partial Nudity

Review 2024: I read up to chapter 5. This is the fs english version. This manga is licensed by Viz so I might go buy it later if I find this story good (already thinking of buying). I found out about this manga upon checking sensei's works on the latest VK release on Viz (vol 9, pre order). This is a great addition of sensei's work. Edited: Marked as read (I bought the official versions) Notes: Reverse Harem Fantasy World World Hopping Comedy Fantasy Romance School Life Supernatural Half Human-NonHuman FL (implying she's Eurasian looking) NonHumans (Superhuman race that can shapeshift and do magic) Siblings Siblings in Love with the Same Person Royalty Princes Snow White SpinOff (unofficial) F Snow White FDj ----------------------------- Where to Buy: VOL 1 Paperback (2005): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/merupuri-volume-1/product/475/paperback Digital (2011): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/merupuri-volume-1/product/475/digital VOL 2 Paperback (2005): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/merupuri-volume-2/product/476 Digital (2011): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/merupuri-volume-2/product/476/digital VOL 3 Paperback (2006): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/merupuri-volume-3/product/477 Digital (2011): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/merupuri-volume-3/product/477/digital VOL 4 Paperback (2006): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/merupuri-volume-4/product/721 Digital (201): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/merupuri-volume-4/product/721/digital VIZ Summary MeruPuri, Vol. 1 On the way to school one morning, Airi loses her mirror—one that had been passed down to her through generations—and suddenly finds herself in a bizarre situation. Never in her wildest dreams did she expect Aram, a little boy from a magical kingdom, to have emerged from the mirror in the short time it took her to track it down! MeruPuri, Vol. 2 After Aram’s elder brother Jeile fails to lift the spell on him, Aram is forced to stay with Airi. Meanwhile, an unsuspecting Airi recites Aram’s full name in front of the mirror and is magically transported to Astale! But to Airi’s dismay, the citizens of Aram’s kingdom give her the cold shoulder. What do they know about her secret bloodline…? MeruPuri, Vol. 3 While on a seaside field trip, the little boy Aram and Airi find themselves in the middle of a blackout at a public bath. Frazzled to no end, Airi drags Aram inside a closet, but someone walks in on them. Will Aram’s secret be blown so soon? Meanwhile, Aram’s former fiancée Mariabel shows up at school. What evil schemes does she have in store for Aram and Airi? MeruPuri, Vol. 4 The bizarre adventures of reluctant pair Airi and little prince Aram wind down as their love story comes full circle. As the gap between the kingdom of Astale and the real world narrows, revelations about Airi’s and Aram’s quirky family members begin to float like pixie dust. Will Airi ever achieve her dream of sharing a cozy home with a loving husband? And what happens to her magic mirror? Discover the wacky twist that’s sure to leave readers begging for more! ----

2024 Review: Haven't read but I'm planning on buying from Viz since I enjoy VK, sensei's other works. --- Where to Buy: VOL 1 Paperback (2008): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/captive-hearts-volume-1/product/1630 Digital (2011): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/captive-hearts-volume-1/product/1630/digital VOL 2 Paperback (2009): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/captive-hearts-volume-2/product/1631 Digital (2011): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/captive-hearts-volume-2/product/1631/digital VOL 3 Paperback (2009): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/captive-hearts-volume-3/product/1632 Digital (2011): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/captive-hearts-volume-3/product/1632/digital VOL 4 Paperback (2009): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/captive-hearts-volume-4/product/1633 Digital (2011): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/captive-hearts-volume-4/product/1633/digital VOL 5 Paperback (2009): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/captive-hearts-volume-5/product/1634 Digital (2011): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/captive-hearts-volume-5/product/1634/digital VIZ Summary Captive Hearts, Vol. 1 Being carried around everywhere and having handsome Megumi act like a slave may seem ideal, but Suzuka just wishes he would stop. Can anything be done about Megumi's captive state? Or is Megumi doomed to see Suzuka as his master...forever? Captive Hearts, Vol. 2 Megumi decides he wants to become a formal servant of the Kogami family so he can be worthy of Suzuka's love. But when wealthy heir Hiryu arrives to claim Suzuka as his bride, can Megumi even compete? Captive Hearts, Vol. 3 Megumi sets out for China to find a cure for his curse, but it appears that even his health worsens if he is away from his master. Meanwhile, a maid in the Kogami household swears to make Megumi hers! Captive Hearts, Vol. 4 Suzuka becomes steeped in jealousy when she observes Megumi's interactions with Rui, the maid. But with the curse in the way, can Suzuka ever hope to have a normal relationship with Megumi? Captive Hearts, Vol. 5 Convinced that finding the jewel of the Dragon God will release the Kuroishi family from their curse, Megumi and Suzuka travel to China together. Will they succeed in their mission and finally break the captive spell? ----

2024 Review: Like the other reviews regarding sensei's works, I've only followed VK closely and only beginning to explore her other works. I'm also planning on reading this after buying them. Edit: I read all from here in one go just now and tbf the FL reminds me of VK's FL Yuuki. She's not only pretty, athletic, and strong, but also introspectively aware that she's suppressed her emotions for far too long. The age gap between the love interests and the same age love interest are also all so familiar to me like the way VK is set up haha I can't say I hate it. Mr Rodd is like Kaname but the version of normal human, old man. I don't hate anything at all. It's truly a beautiful story. I love that the FL doesn't end up with anyone. Some romance stories are fun to read when there's no definite couple and there are multiple ships - like although they're somewhat star-crossed lovers turned into something like the one that got away trope, I still appreciate this type of storyline because there are far so many common happy endings. I tend to love sad/tragic endings or bittersweet ones because contrary to life rn where everything is sweet and bubbly, it's nice to read about something like this. It's always fun to read about conflict ending up on a high note despite the heartbreaks and rejections. Life is like that. Our FL is the best heroine, I love it Where to BUY: VOL 1 Paperback (2016): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/shuriken-and-pleats-volume-1/product/3799 Digital (2016): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/shuriken-and-pleats-volume-1/product/3799/digital VOL 2 Paperback (2016): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/shuriken-and-pleats-volume-2/product/4939 Digital (2016): https://www.viz.com/read/manga/shuriken-and-pleats-volume-2/product/4939/digital --- VIZ Summary Shuriken and Pleats, Vol. 1 When the master she has sworn to protect is killed, Mikage Kirio, a skilled ninja, travels to Japan to start a new, peaceful life for herself. But as soon as she arrives, she finds herself fighting to protect the life of Mahito Wakashimatsu, a man who is under attack by a band of ninja. From that time on, Mikage is drawn deeper into the machinations of his powerful family. Shuriken and Pleats, Vol. 2 With her final mission as a ninja fulfilled, Mikage strives to lead the life of a normal high school girl. But the shadows of her former colleagues threaten to mar the peaceful skies. Mikage encounters someone she thought she’d never see again... ---