bl mangas that don't miss
Manga
really just my fav bl mangas. please mind that some of these show/bring up triggering topics and/or are nsfw!
not on MAL:
Walk on Water - 9/10 a complete package of good pacing, writing, art, characters, etc. extremely nsfw tho. tw: rape, porn industry related exploitation
not on MAL:
Walk on Water - 9/10 a complete package of good pacing, writing, art, characters, etc. extremely nsfw tho. tw: rape, porn industry related exploitation
Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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Author:9
sad, beautiful, and hopeful all in the same breath. also deals with gender identity issues!
tw: rape
tw: rape
Manga, 4 vol, 2015
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Author:10
not exactly bl, but definitely has mlm elements. more so about the queer community as a whole and i think everyone should read this tbh!
Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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Author:8
just a really adorable high school bl with an interesting premise and cute characters executed well. nsfw. has a sequel.
Manga, 1 vol, 2019
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Author:8
has a weird and absurd, but interesting and enjoyable plot.
Manga, ? vol, 2016
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Author:9
ghosts! super emotional, made me cry for sure. no nsfw.
Manga, 1 vol, 2014
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Author:8
a harrowing take on a difficult topic. nsfw.
tw: domestic abuse
tw: domestic abuse
Manga, 1 vol, 2014
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Author:8
a collection of two stories that also includes a sequel to the previous manga. ogeretsu tanaka generally just writes compelling characters tbh, lots of nsfw scenes though!
tw: references to workplace and domestic abuse
tw: references to workplace and domestic abuse
Manga, 2 vol, 2015
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Author:9
continues the previous two. very nsfw. very painful depiction of dealing with the consequences of your past.
tw: domestic abuse
tw: domestic abuse
Manga, 1 vol, 2018
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Author:8
a weird-ish and funny premise, but the relationship they develop is cute.
(also, they're cousins, but i pretend that they're not)
(also, they're cousins, but i pretend that they're not)
Manga, 1 vol, 2019
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Author:8
a really interesting take in the a/b/o world, plays with dynamics interestingly. nsfw.
Manga, 2 vol, 2016
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Author:8
an omegaverse classic. has an exciting plot with good characters and chemistry/development between them. nsfw.
Manga, 2 vol, 2015
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Author:8
not as good as the spin off, but still a good manga with lovable characters you want to root for. nsfw.
Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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Author:8
a slow-burn, realistic, and wholesome highschool romance. really well-written! not nsfw. has a sequel!
Manga, 2 vol, 2016
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Author:9
not exactly bl, but has an interesting take on romance and gender identity.
Manga, 1 vol, 2015
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Author:8
has a pretty sad and tragic premise, but a hopeful story all in all. amnesia.
Manga, 1 vol, 2014
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Author:8
a fantastical bl with interesting world building (it’s the best part of this one imo) and characters. nsfw.
tw: completely unnecessary pseudo-incest
tw: completely unnecessary pseudo-incest
Manga, 2 vol, 2014
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Author:8
not your typical premise and can be sensitive, but (at least, in my opinion) executed fairly well. two volumes! nsfw.
Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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Author:8
a messy workplace romance involving idol culture. actually a lot realer & more tragic than what it seems. nsfw. has a great sequel!
tw: dubcon, mutual blackmailing?, rape
tw: dubcon, mutual blackmailing?, rape
Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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Author:8
showbiz romance with pretty art and interesting character dynamic.
Manga, 1 vol, 2018
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Author:8
a very unconventional fantasy bl executed well.
Manga, 1 vol, 2013
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Author:8
wholesome and funny, unexpected highschool romance with lovable characters. not nsfw.
Manga, 1 vol, 2018
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Author:8
enemies to lovers highschool romance done well.
Manga, 1 vol, 2020
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Author:8
a cute and wholesome coming of age story with really pretty art.
Manga, 1 vol, 2020
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Author:8
since it is based on a true story, it depicts gay romance realistically. makes me really emotional, hopeful, and happy.
Manga, 1 vol, 2020
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Author:8
a wholesome work place romance involving shoujo manga. funny, charming, and cute. has a sequel! nsfw.
Manga, ? vol, 2018
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Author:8
if you're a long time bl reader, this manga points out all the typical clichés and tropes found in bl in a pretty funny way and manages to have somewhat of a cute romance storyline at the same time.
Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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Author:8
bittersweet and melancholic. starts off a little fast, but redeems itself in the middle imo. it's still pretty cliché and a bit of a guilty pleasure pick, but for some reason, chapter 5 of this manga just holds a special place in my heart. has a sequel! nsfw.
Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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Author:7
cute high school romace with pretty art! not nsfw.
Manga, 9 vol, 2013
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Author:8
the staple of bl manga. tragic, sweet, and beautiful! multi-volume. nsfw.
Manga, 10 vol, 2015
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Author:8
unique premise (they're kabuki actors)! slow burn rivals to lovers. multi-volume. nsfw.
Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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Author:9
realistic small town romance, truly truly beautiful, a must read! not nsfw. has an equally great sequel!
Manga, 1 vol, 2014
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Author:8
cute high school romance with lots of pining! not nsfw.
Manga, 1 vol, 2015
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Author:8
a tragic but beautiful story. nsfw.
tw: dark themes (yakuza, prostitution, etc.)
tw: dark themes (yakuza, prostitution, etc.)
Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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Author:8
mod’s sequel. probably my favorite of the two because i like the characters here even more. nsfw.
similar tws apply
similar tws apply
Manga, 2 vol, 2021
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Author:8
a/b/o featuring enemies to lovers and an adorable family dynamic. nsfw.
Manga, 1 vol, 2021
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Author:8
super pretty art & a very wholesome plot, quietly beautiful. nsfw.
Manga, 1 vol, 2022
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Author:8
ghosts! a kind-of love triangle that's both sad and hopeful!
Manga, 1 vol, 2022
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Author:9
super super cute idol/bodyguard romcom. the character design and expressions are 10/10. also great comedic timing. nsfw.
Manga, 2 vol, 2018
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Author:8
a really sweet story about love and found family!
Manga, ? vol, 2011
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Author:9
another classic. intriguing yakuza storyline and interesting character dynamic. multi-volume. nsfw.
tw: dubcon, noncon, violence
tw: dubcon, noncon, violence
Manga, 1 vol, 2020
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Author:8
really pretty art! also set in 1930s america so it’s a pretty unique premise. mafia. nsfw.
Manga, 8 vol, 2007
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Author:10
one of my all time faves. the plot, the characters, and the art are all done masterfully. multi-volume. nsfw.
Manga, ? vol, 2021
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Author:8
a very realistic break-up story. heartbreaking and beautiful. nsfw.
Manga, 1 vol, 2008
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Author:9
a classic! the art might look very of its time but the writing is top-notch. nsfw.
Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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Author:7
a melancholic and quite realistic love triangle. quietly beautiful! nsfw. (it reminds me of the perks of being a wallflower a little)
