Romance is in the air, and TOKYOPOP’s got just what you’re looking for. With shoujo, josei, girls love, boys love and more, our LOVELOVE line has something for everyone!
Super serious Asahi Suzumura and laidback, easygoing Mitsuki Sayama might seem like an odd couple, but they made a deal; they'll vacation around the world and when they get back to Japan, they'll get married.
As they travel from country to country, the different people, cultures and cuisine they encounter begin to bring them closer together. After all they're not just learning about the world, but about themselves too.
Planeta
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A Tail's Tale, Volume 4
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Nachi Hiyama plays softball, but hates how she never tans like her teammates. Feeling alone and discouraged, she struggles to fit in. That is, until she meets Utsumi, a quiet, shy boy at her school, and discovers his secret; he has a tail!
They might be different, but they can be different together.
"For modern romance manga though, there have been some titles that have been known to break the formula, and “A Tail’s Tale” is one of them." — Asian Movie Pulse
Let's Eat Together, Aki and Haru, Volume 3
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Join Aki and Haru as they tackle one of the most perilous tasks two college roommates can face — feeding themselves! Easygoing Aki has mastered the art of affordable home-cooking to keep his good friend Haru upbeat and motivated throughout the school year. From homemade ramen to fried chicken to plum liqueur, each season offers a whole new menu! Chewing their way through life's ups and downs, the boys and their friends share in the simple joys of food and youth. Take a hearty bite out of this sweet and refreshing slice of life story!
The Inconvenient Life of an Arousing Priestess, Volume 1
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My Contract With the Apothecary Monster, Volume 1
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In this world, monsters consume a person's lifespan in exchange for granting their every wish. However, Nea's mysterious "apothecary" monster seems uninterested in consuming hers.
After wandering into the land of Weem, Nea is offered the illustrious position of Songbearer, and forms a contract with Dino — a monster as beautiful as he is powerful. While Nea adjusts to her role (and Dino's peculiar brand of companionship) she is tasked with the search for the Grimmdoll Chain: an artifact in possession of the elusive Masked Monster. If not her lifespan, what will Dino require of her in exchange for her wishes...?
Trapped By His Love: The Duke's Unexpected Bride, Volume 1
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When her engagement to her childhood bully is announced, Alice Coleman — the gentle-hearted and serious daughter of an impoverished noble family — is utterly aghast. In a desperate bid to find someone to stand in as an alternate fiancé, she blurts out a proposal… to the wealthy, high ranking son of a Duke, Arthur Grindelbard.
And to her shock, he accepts.
Despite the strange beginning of their engagement, Arthur is an adoring fiancé to Alice, eager to spoil her with luxurious gifts and earn her affection. But behind his charming smile and solicitous attention lies a deeper intent and focus, hints of a man who has had his eye upon Alice for far longer than he cares to admit…
A Tail's Tale, Volume 3
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Nachi Hiyama plays softball, but hates how she never tans like her teammates. Feeling alone and discouraged, she struggles to fit in. That is, until she meets Utsumi, a quiet, shy boy at her school, and discovers his secret; he has a tail!
They might be different, but they can be different together.
"For modern romance manga though, there have been some titles that have been known to break the formula, and “A Tail’s Tale” is one of them." — Asian Movie Pulse
The Person I Loved Asked Me to Die in My Sister's Stead, Volume 2
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Lady Wisteria's greatest wish is to be worthy of the man she loves, Lord Bright. But when Wisteria’s little sister, Rosalie, is selected to enter the Predawn Realm as its guardian, never to return, Bright begs Wisteria to take Rosalie’s place! After all, Wisteria is skilled with magic, and resistant to the sinister miasma that threatens the mortal world. Heartbroken, Wisteria enters the Predawn Realm, accompanied by the sacred sword, Sartis. Twenty years later, a stranger with a familiar face appears, demanding the sword and challenging Wisteria. Who is he, and why does he resemble Lord Bright…?
I Was Reincarnated as the Heroine on the Verge of a Bad Ending, and I'm Determined to Fall in Love!, Volume 2
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"With the rank exam coming up, it’s time for Reine to buckle down! In spite of her classmates’ bullying, she’s determined to prove herself to both her schoolmates and her burgeoning love interests. With the help of her new friends and her possessive “brother,” Julius, she might just have a shot at escaping her F-rank status!
After Reine saves him from being bullied, fellow underachiever Reinhardt teams up with her to study, and reveals himself to be a total hottie! Could he be an additional romance route?! And what exactly are meddling Julius’ intentions with Reine…?"
A Tail's Tale, Volume 2
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Two years have passed since Utsumi's secret was discovered and he and his family left town without a word. Hiyama Nachi has grown into a hardened and distrustful high schooler, embittered by feelings of abandonment and determined to focus on her test scores to the exclusion of everything else. Despite her best efforts, thoughts of Utsumi still linger in her mind... but is her hope for his return just as painful as the grief of being left behind?
"For modern romance manga though, there have been some titles that have been known to break the formula, and “A Tail’s Tale” is one of them." — Asian Movie Pulse
A Tail's Tale, Volume 1
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Nachi Hiyama plays softball, but hates how she never tans like her teammates. Feeling alone and discouraged, she struggles to fit in. That is, until she meets Utsumi, a quiet, shy boy at her school, and discovers his secret; he has a tail!
They might be different, but they can be different together.
"For modern romance manga though, there have been some titles that have been known to break the formula, and “A Tail’s Tale” is one of them." — Asian Movie Pulse
If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die, Volume 6
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When it comes to idol group Cham Jam, Eripiyo is the oldest — and perhaps only — fan of Maina Ichii. Despite Eripiyo's enthusiastic support, Maina is the least popular member of the group, but that doesn't deter Eripiyo, even though she spends so much of her money that she only has a single outfit of her own. But her love for Maina doesn't waver, even if she knows she might never be noticed for it!
Confessions of a Shy Baker, Volume 4
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Toshimitsu Yamamura lives together happily with his boyfriend of many years, Gonta Tsubakisaka, but in his everyday life Toshimitsu isn't really... "out." After his vehemently progressive employee had the idea to list their real estate business as LGBTQ+ friendly, Toshimitsu has been very anxious about accidentally outing himself, and he often channels his anxiety into baking incredible treats for his carb-conscious boyfriend. With the love of his boyfriend and his love of baking, maybe Toshimitsu will steadily become more comfortable being his authentic self! sexuality;gay;queer;comic;comic strips;transgender;cartoonist;toshimitsu yamamura;genta tsubakisaka;toshimitsu;gonta;toshi;fiction;gay men;lgbtq;homosexuality;interpersonal relations;japan;graphic novels;comics and graphic novels;baking;comic books;strips;baked products;real estate agents;manga;yaoi
If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die, Volume 5
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Forthright and impetuous Eripiyo is the number one stan for Maina, a sidelined member of the underground idol group Cham Jam, spending a fortune on CDs, merch, and fan meetings to support her fave. As fan events come and go, Eripiyo remains steadfast in catching a glimpse of Maina at every opportunity — and despite her shy personality, Maina's adoration and gratitude for Eripiyo's support is beginning to bridge the awkward gap between them as idol and fan.
When a lucky break brings an influx of new fans to Cham Jam, the lines begin to blur between Cham Jam's indie status and what it takes for them to break into the national spotlight as the group travels to Tokyo! But newfound popularity brings with it its own set of insecurities and complications. To support an idol group from the very start and see them flourish should be every fan's dream, right? And yet, there's a bittersweet feeling that comes with becoming just one among a multitude of fans...
Alter Ego 2: Noel & June
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The long-awaited sequel to Spanish artist Ana C. Sánchez's heart-pounding lesbian romance, Alter Ego.
The Person I Loved Asked Me to Die in My Sister's Stead, Volume 1
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Lady Wisteria's greatest wish is to be worthy of the man she loves, Lord Bright. But when Wisteria’s little sister, Rosalie, is selected to enter the Predawn Realm as its guardian, never to return, Bright begs Wisteria to take Rosalie’s place! After all, Wisteria is skilled with magic, and resistant to the sinister miasma that threatens the mortal world. Heartbroken, Wisteria enters the Predawn Realm, accompanied by the sacred sword, Sartis. More than twenty years later, a stranger with a familiar face appears, demanding the sword and challenging Wisteria. Who is he, and why does he resemble Lord Bright…?
If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die, Volume 10
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When it comes to idol group Cham Jam, Eripiyo is the oldest — and perhaps only — fan of Maina Ichii. Despite Eripiyo's enthusiastic support, Maina is the least popular member of the group, but that doesn't deter Eripiyo, even though she spends so much of her money that she only has a single outfit of her own. But her love for Maina doesn't waver, even if she knows she might never be noticed for it!
Sweet for Sweets and Foreigners, Volume 2
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Ami Satou works for Cobara, a company that specializes in sweets. While she may be good at sales, her confidence in pretty much everything else is low, which is why she hasn't even thought about dating since college. Instead, she fills up her imagination with romantic scenes from shoujo manga.
When she meets Alain Giraud, a handsome, older French man in charge of a new project she's assigned to work on, she begins to struggle to keep that romantic imagination in check... especially with Alain being so overly friendly! Ami keeps reminding herself that it's just because he's French, but will she be able to resist his romantic charm?
Alter Ego 2: Noel & June
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The long-awaited sequel to Spanish artist Ana C. Sánchez's heart-pounding lesbian romance, Alter Ego.
If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die, Volume 9
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Forthright and impetuous Eripiyo is the number one stan for Maina, a sidelined member of the underground idol group Cham Jam, lining up for every event and spending a fortune on CDs and fan meetings to support her fave over the years. During a collectible card event, Eripiyo, Kumasa, and Motoi reminisce over how idol fandom has brought them together, even as Kumasa wonders if these halcyon days might be coming to an end. Still, these last few months have been good for Cham Jam— especially Maina, whose popularity has grown by leaps and bounds after going viral.
For Eripiyo, this should be a dream come true. Finally, the rest of the world is recognizing her beloved Maina in all her adorable glory! But fame has it price, and more fans means fewer chances to spend time with her favorite... a bittersweet blessing that Eripiyo accepts as her lot as a fan. But Maina finds that she dearly misses their usual interactions, clinging to things that remind her of Eripiyo even she feels more distant from her than ever. As her first-ever birthday event draws near, Maina wonders... is there anything she can do to bring them together once more?
The Prince Is in the Villainess' Way!, Volume 1
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Iris, the "Wise Princess Who Never Smiles," has just remembered her past life as Fiona, Warrior Princess from the neighboring kingdom. In this lifetime, however, the events that lead to Fiona's death have yet to happen, and Iris becomes determined to use the knowledge from her reincarnation to stop the person she suspects is behind her murder: Fiona's cousin, Prince Alvin.
In disguise, Iris moves to the neighboring country and becomes the princess' educator. But when she meets Prince Al, he turns out to be a cool-headed flirt, who, most-shockingly of all, is actually very sweet with Fiona... Can Iris figure out the truth in time to save Fiona from her fate?
If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die, Volume 4
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Despite her shy personality, Maina is finally plucking up the courage to express her heartfelt gratitude and affection for Eripiyo's support — but will Eripiyo fumble the moment, like she has so many times before?
Still, things finally seem to be looking up for Cham Jam as they briefly debut on television and prepare for an upcoming idol festival, their biggest show yet! But the clear gap in their popularity compared to other idol groups brings out complicated feelings among the members of Cham Jam, and their newfound determination to give their best performance is tempered by insecurity and worries about the future. After all their years of hard work and indie idol efforts, their dreams of performing at the Budokan still seem so far away...
Confessions of a Shy Baker, Volume 3
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Toshimitsu Yamamura lives together happily with his boyfriend of many years, Gonta Tsubakisaka, but in his everyday life Toshimitsu isn't really... "out." After his vehemently progressive employee had the idea to list their real estate business as LGBTQ+ friendly, Toshimitsu has been very anxious about accidentally outing himself, and he often channels his anxiety into baking incredible treats for his carb-conscious boyfriend. With the love of his boyfriend and his love of baking, maybe Toshimitsu will steadily become more comfortable being his authentic self! sexuality;gay;queer;comic;comic strips;transgender;cartoonist;toshimitsu yamamura;genta tsubakisaka;toshimitsu;gonta;toshi;fiction;gay men;lgbtq;homosexuality;interpersonal relations;japan;graphic novels;comics and graphic novels;baking;comic books;strips;baked products;real estate agents;manga;yaoi
Our Not-So-Lonely Planet Travel Guide, Volume 4
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Super serious Asahi Suzumura and laidback, easygoing Mitsuki Sayama might seem like an odd couple, but they made a deal; they'll vacation around the world and when they get back to Japan, they'll get married.
As they travel from country to country, the different people, cultures and cuisine they encounter begin to bring them closer together. After all they're not just learning about the world, but about themselves too.
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Futaribeya: A Room for Two, Volume 10
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Sakurako and Kasumi became roommates when they entered high school, and they've been inseparable ever since. Now that they've graduated college and their carefree school days have come to an end, how will their lives change as they settle into new jobs and adult life? Balancing work and play, catching up with old friends, finding a comfortable rhythm in mundane tasks and the little daily joys they still find with each other....
Follow the heartwarming, hilarious daily life of two young women settling into the rest of their lives together! This is the final volume of this adorable four-panel style comic!
I Was Reincarnated as the Villainess in an Otome Game but the Boys Love Me Anyway!, Volume 4
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Fated to die as the villainess of an otome game, Mystia sets out to change her own unhappy ending!
Mystia Aren is the daughter of a noble family, and she just started high school. She’s surrounded by a group of adoring classmates and her charming fiancé. Everything seems perfect.
Except that this world is actually a dating sim called Kyun-Love, and Mystia knows she's been reincarnated into the role of the main character's evil rival! Mystia is determined to do everything she can to avoid her fate, but it’s not as easy as it sounds. Especially when all the boys keep falling in love with her!
