Aside from fantasies, action, thrillers, etc, there is a genre that raises the heartbeats and puts a smile on your face. Yes, we are talking about Romance. Now many might not be that interested in this, but we know a vast variety of fandom loves romance. In this article, we will list our best romance manga for you guys which you should read right now.
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1. The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity is one of the best romance manga (right now)
| Where to Read | Published | Number of Volumes | Status | My AnimeList Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket, Kodansha | 2021 | 12 | Ongoing | 8.62 |
The absolute, “GOAT” when it comes to romance, The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity which is also known as Kaoru Hana wa Rin to Saku is a must-read if you haven’t. According to leakers, this manga is already in the works for anime adaptation. This isn’t a slow burn or includes too much drama. It’s straight with peak romance that will give you diabetes. (Kept spoiler-free as much as possible)
“There is a specific location where two high schools sit side by side. Chidori High School, a sexist institution where dweebs congregate, and Kikyo Girls’ School, an elite institution for young women.
Rintaro Tsumugi, a guy who looks like a delinquent meets a girl ‘Kaoruko Waguri’ at her parent’s bakery shop. From that point onwards their life changes.”
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2. Kaguya-sama: Love Is War
| Where to Read | Published | Number of Volumes | Status | My AnimeList Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viz Media, Young Jump | 2015-2022 | 28 | Completed | 8.91 |
Next on our list is Kaguya-sama: Love Is War which comes with romance and comedy. A guy and a girl trying to make each other confess first and then fall for each other. A peak plot with comedy elements that keep you entertained throughout your reading journey.
This series also has an anime series with 4 seasons and 1 movie. You can officially stream it on the Crunchyroll platform.
We know most people would have seen the anime but we advise you to read the full manga too. Even the ending is peak just like the love story and its characters.
3. The Dangers in My Heart
| Where to Read | Published | Number of Volumes | Status | My AnimeList Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manga Cross, Seven Seas Entertainment | 2018 | 10 | Ongoing | 8.26 |
The sweet, tall, and food lover Yamada love story with Ichikawa in The Dangers in My Heart is next in our best romance manga list. You can even treat this more like a romcom. Both Yamada and Ichikawa are the best part of the series and their story in school life. (kept spoiler-free as much as possible)
“As he clings precariously to the lowest rung of his school’s social hierarchy, Ichikawa Kyoutarou harbors a secret fantasy of playing the role of a suffering protagonist in a psychological thriller. At first, he intended to wreak havoc on his friends and kill their class idol, Yamada Anna, in a terrible fashion.” Source: Wiki Fandom.
This manga series also has an anime adaptation that currently has two seasons. You can officially stream it on HIDIVE and Amazon Prime.
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4. My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999
| Where to Read | Published | Number of Volumes | Status | My AnimeList Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mangamo, Comic Smart, Ganma | 2019 | 9 | Ongoing | 8.17 |
Another great rom-com with a few elements of gaming that won the hearts of many fans. My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999 is a must-read manga if you haven’t. Also, this series has an anime adaptation that can be streamed on Crunchyroll.
“Akane Kinoshita, a female college student, faces the absolute worst situation when she ends up breaking up with her boyfriend after he has an affair with a woman he met playing an online game.
While relieving her stress by rampaging through the open hunting grounds of an online game, Akane spills everything about her heartbreak to “Yamada”, a player she met by chance who happens to be in the same guild.”
Source- Crunchyroll
5. Kimi ni Todoke
| Where to Read | Published | Number of Volumes | Status | My AnimeList Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viz Media | 2005-2017 | 30 | Completed | 8.30 |
Kimi ni Todoke: From Met to You is the completed manga series and a third season is on the way. You can officially watch the series on Crunchyroll and Netflix platform.
Read More details about this on: Kimi ni Todoke season 3 release date, new trailer, and more
6. Blue Box
| Where to Read | Published | Number of Volumes | Status | My AnimeList Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viz Media, Manga Plus | 2021 | 14 | Ongoing | 8.07 |
Another series with an anime on its way in October is Ao no Hako which is also known as Blue Box. This series has romance and sports that include badminton, basketball, and Rhythmic Gymnastics. Ain’t that cool and interesting to read.
“Taiki Inomata is the protagonist of the series. He is a badminton player for the Eimei Junior and Senior High School boys’ team. He works out with his classmate and crush, Chinatsu Kano, a female on the basketball team, every morning.
Nevertheless, when Taiki’s parents depart Japan for employment overseas, Chinatsu moves in with them. As they both work to get their teams to the national championship, Taiki plans to gradually deepen his connection with Chinatsu, who is now living with him.”
Source: Wikipedia
7. Hori-san to Miyamura-kun
| Where to Read | Published | Number of Volumes | Status | My AnimeList Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Square Enix, Gangan | 2007-2021 | 16 | Completed | 8.42 |
Hori San is the next on our list. This series is so good that I have read this multiple times. The chemistry between Hori and Miyamura is just too good. Horimiya also has an anime adaptation that can be streamed on Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Hulu.
“While her kindness and intelligence have earned her praise at school, high school student Kyouko Hori has been keeping a secret from her classmates. Hori has little time to herself outside of school because she is responsible for taking care of her younger brother and the house while her parents are at work.
The otaku community perceives Izumi Miyamura as a somber figure who wears spectacles. But deep down, he’s just a nice guy who can’t seem to get the hang of studying.
Hori and Miyamura unexpectedly see one other outside of school, and their appearances couldn’t be more different. When these two complete opposites become friends, they reveal a side of themselves to each other that they had kept hidden from the world.”
Source: My Anime List
8. Komi Can’t Communicate
| Where to Read | Published | Number of Volumes | Status | My AnimeList Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viz Media, Shogakukan | 2016 | 33 | Ongoing | 8.11 |
Komi-san and Tadano (Chadano) take the next stage in our list of best romance manga. This series boomed in popularity after the anime. You can watch the anime on the Netflix platform. No unnecessary drama, straight romance and comedy with well written side characters.
“After stepping foot in the exclusive Itan Private High School, Shoko Komi’s reputation skyrockets the moment she arrives. Her friends think she possesses an unmatched combination of austere beauty and polished grace.
Komi has a serious communication issue, but only Hitohito Tadano, a very ordinary schoolboy sitting next to her, finds out. After learning that Komi wants to create 100 friends, Tadano decides to assist her in her endeavor.”
Source: Wikipedia
9. Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo suru
| Where to Read | Published | Number of Volumes | Status | My AnimeList Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Square Enix, Gangan | 2018 | 12 | Ongoing | 8.00 |
Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo suru which is also called My Dress-Up Darling is next on the list. Another rom-com with a slow burn and with a tinge of ecchi spiciness. This also has an anime adaptation that can be streamed on the Crunchyroll platform.
“Wakana Gojou is an introverted freshman in high school who doesn’t have many friends because she is so focused on her family’s traditional doll-making business. Gojou gradually isolates himself since he can’t relate to his classmates’ hobbies and interests due to bitter recollections of a childhood friend’s scorn for his passion.
The dolls’ faces are still a work in progress for Gojou, but he is quite good at making their clothing. Marin Kitagawa, Gojou’s stunning classmate, quickly notices his sewing machine prowess and comments on how much he envies her honesty and bravery. Her interest in cosplaying as se*ual video game characters is something she immediately shares with Gojou.”
Source- My Anime List
10. Hitomi-chan is Shy With Strangers
| Where to Read | Published | Number of Volumes | Status | My AnimeList Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akita Shonen, Seven Seas | 2018 | 9 | Ongoing | 7.26 |
Probably the most underrated manga in our best romance manga list is Hitomi-chan is Shy With Strangers. This rom-com series is yet another based on the school love story between Hitomi and Yuu. And yes, you will have ecchi moments in it. Hope this will receive an anime adaptation soon.
“Hitomi Takano is a tall, plump high school student with a scary visage, a menacing presence, and shark teeth. However, appearances can be misleading, as Yuu Usami, an upperclassman, discovers. Despite her intimidating appearance, Hitomi-chan is actually a lovely girl who is struggling with social anxiety and would want to make some friends.
Friendship may not be sufficient as Yuu and she becomes closer as they get to know one another. The endearing romcom about a timid but nice girl and her petite but loving senpai is a must-watch.”
Source: My Anime List
We know that there are many manga’s which we missed but we will cover them next time. You can let us know in the comments, which are your best romance manga.
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