Manga Like My Darling Devilish Daughter

In "RuriDragon," Ruri Aoki is an ordinary high school student until she wakes up one morning to find horns sprouting from her head. Startled but intrigued, she shows them to her mother, who calmly explains that she is half-dragon. Uncertain of what to do, Ruri goes to school hoping for a normal day. But her best friend, classmates, and homeroom teacher quickly notice the unusual horns, bombarding her with requests to see, touch, and even photograph them. Ruri soon understands that her new half-dragon identity will make her daily life far more chaotic than she ever imagined.

In Amberground, an artificial sun shines only over the capital city of Akatsuki, while the rest of the land remains locked in perpetual darkness. The farther one travels from Akatsuki, the more perilous and shadowy the world becomes. In the regions of Yuusari and Yodaka, giant, armored insect-like creatures known as Gaichuu threaten humans by feeding on their emotions. Despite these dangers, a special group of mail carriers called Letter Bees bravely delivers messages across Amberground, confronting the Gaichuu directly. At twelve years old, Lag Seeing dreams of becoming a Letter Bee, inspired by Gauche Suede, who deeply affected Lag's life five years earlier. Gauche once delivered Lag as a "letter" from their missing mother. Driven by a desire to find Gauche again and uncover the truth behind their mother's disappearance, Lag sets out on a journey to become a Letter Bee.

Coco resides by herself in a grand mansion, finding comfort solely in her cherished black cat, Kuro. Although Kuro exhibits certain peculiar habits, their connection is deep, and they share everyday escapades together. Immersed in the calm of these moments, Coco remains oblivious to the ominous truth looming above her. Within her town, dread and anxiety dominate as inhabitants fret over malicious entities seeping into their midst. Ironically, they also hold apprehension towards Coco and Kuro. Unwittingly dwelling in serenity with her feline companion, Coco's blissful ignorance may soon be short-lived.

In a realm suspended between existence and non-existence, a being called "God" awaits the souls of those nearing death. God interacts with a diverse array of individuals—some virtuous, some flawed—offering them a moment to ponder their lives. These encounters vary widely; some seek solace, others grapple with guilt or sorrow over past deeds. God provides each soul with impartial assessment prior to their transition. Despite the inevitability of life's passage, many fail to appreciate its value until faced with its end. When their appointed hour comes, everyone must confront mortality. Through the unique experiences of those meeting God in their final moments, the philosophical and contemplative series "About Death" explores the profound ideas surrounding life and death.

In "Kokoro Connect," the Cultural Research Club consists of a wrestling enthusiast, a carefree airhead, a sarcastic cynic, a laid-back joker, and a hyperfeminine member. Their ordinary high school life is thrown into chaos when they suddenly begin swapping bodies with one another. At first amusing, these exchanges grow increasingly uncomfortable as personal boundaries are breached and hidden secrets come to light—secrets powerful enough to threaten their friendship. As they struggle with these changes, they must discover who or what is causing the body swaps, whether the phenomenon will stop, and if their club can survive such turmoil. Explore this acclaimed ensemble comedy-drama light novel written by renowned author Sadanatsu Anda!

In this spin-off of Bungo Stray Dogs, the attention turns to the tranquil everyday routines of the characters, with a unique twist: the Armed Detective Agency and Port Mafia are now chibi-sized versions of themselves! From investigating the secret contents of agency lockers to going to a public bath while being chased by the Mafia, Atsushi and the group always end up in the middle of playful and exciting escapades.

In the dark fantasy world of "Kyoukai no Kanata," the story centers on Akihito Kanbara, a high school sophomore who appears human but is actually half yōmu and possesses rapid healing, making him immune to harm. One day, Akihito encounters freshman Mirai Kuriyama, who seems poised to leap from the school rooftop. Mirai endures isolation due to her rare ability to manipulate blood, a power uncommon even among spirit world entities. After Akihito rescues her, a string of strange and unsettling events begins to unfold.

In Twin Spica, fourteen-year-old Asumi Kamogawa, a small girl with a passion for astronomy, learns about the universe from her friendly ghost mentor, "Lion-san," known for his large lion mask and insightful teachings. Despite facing challenges at home, Asumi joins the Tokyo Space School. At the school, she forms bonds with her classmates: Shinnosuke Fuchuuya, her childhood friend with glasses and an honest demeanor; Kei Oumi, a kindhearted girl inspired by Neil Armstrong's moon landing; Marika Ukita, a mysterious and elegant girl keeping her own secrets; and Shuu Suzuki, a confident and smart young man with a laid-back outlook on life. Set in a world where Japan's first manned rocket crash occurred in 2010, Twin Spica narrates the maturing journey of these teenagers as they pursue their dreams of reaching the stars.

In the Asakusa district of Tokyo, a quiet mansion called Ayakashi-sou stands. Though large, it is home only to a sixteen-year-old girl. The mansion gets its name from the ayakashi—Japanese spirits and ghosts—that live there. Among them are Kuuko, a playful fox girl who loves pranks, and Yukime, a serene snow-woman. Also present is Kii, a childlike Zashikiwarashi who protects the building. Later, a newly formed cat youkai named Nene, with no home of her own, joins them. The mansion's owner, Mahoro Miyatsuka, inherited it from her late grandmother because of her unique ability to see and talk to spirits. While this gift lets her connect with the ayakashi, it also makes her classmates wary of her habit of speaking to unseen beings. Still, Mahoro finds joy in caring for her spectral friends as they enjoy everyday activities like watching fireworks, playing games, and cherishing each day.

In "The Masterful Cat Is Depressed Again Today," Saku takes in a stray black cat, but the cat named Yukichi turns out to be more of a household partner than a typical pet. Towering over Saku, Yukichi is no ordinary feline; he excels at cooking and has a sharp eye for supermarket bargains, adding a special charm to their home. Even as Saku continues to face her daily challenges, she discovers peace and reassurance in her bond with Yukichi.

A solitary witch living in the forest takes in a child. Sixteen years later, that child has grown far larger than anticipated.

When high school student Sora Kashiwagi finds himself faced with a mysterious oversized package sent by his self-proclaimed "adventurer" father, the last thing he expects is for it to be opened from the inside... by a tiny mummy small enough to fit in the palm of his hand.

Naori Shida is a college student who loves making alcoholic drinks but has no one to share them with. At a mixer, she meets Hinata Ibuki and ends up bringing her home. After mixing her a drink, Naori learns that Hinata is an ogre girl descended from Shuten-douji who needs alcohol to survive, can only consume alcohol given to her by humans, and develops horns whenever she drinks. Because of this, Hinata decides to make Naori her personal bartender.

Kurona, a cat-girl, and her group of friends encounter various monsters, demons, and spirits, discovering how to handle these creatures—and humans too.

After his parents' divorce, Ryuusuke Nanri transfers to a new school and is assigned the seat in front of a peculiar girl named Miya Fujimoto. Miya always dresses in Gothic Lolita-style clothing, carries a mysterious book and her cat Judah, and insists she is a witch. From that point on, Ryuusuke becomes the primary subject of her bizarre witch experiments.

NonNonBa is a story based on Mizuki's own life, centering on a young boy during the 1930s who becomes acquainted with Japanese folklore through the tales recounted by an elderly neighbor.

After losing her parents, Miyo Yamaguchi goes to live with a distant uncle and a demanding aunt, who pressure her to find work. Following several rejections, she gets a job as a sales clerk at a peculiar curio shop. Though she lacks standard qualifications, Miyo has a special gift that captivates the shop's owner, Momotoshi Koura—she can sense the history and future prospective owners of any object she touches. The store's assortment of rare items from far-off lands, combined with Momotoshi's quirky personality and the intimidating presence of his assistant, Ganjii, makes Miyo feel like she has stepped into Alice in Wonderland. Yet they prove to be caring allies, helping her adapt to her new position. Unknown to Miyo, her entrance into this strange world signals the start of an exciting new chapter and guides her toward a magical realm that will change her destiny forever.

For ages, the demon Seere has taken pride in his work—fulfilling the desires of those who summon him. From annihilating enemies to granting unimaginable riches, nothing is beyond reach with his formidable magic. However, Seere’s newest contractor, Sakura Masuda, is nothing like anyone he has encountered before. For one, she is only in the fourth grade, and her wish is…for Seere to become her mama! Well, if that is what she wants, then that is exactly what he will provide—by being the absolute best mama imaginable!

On the quiet threshold between life and death rests a small convenience store. Its soft glow after dark pulls people in, each step drawing them toward the last purchase they will ever make... and is that a monster hiding in the magazine aisle?! Get ready for creepy creatures, inscrutable staff, and a wonderfully unsettling atmosphere in this otherworldly mystery. This cherished one-shot earned a top position in both the Kono Manga wo Yome! and Kono Manga ga Sugoi! rankings in Japan.

A boy loses his parents in a supernatural disaster referred to as a "Curse" and is subsequently taken in by the Tsuchimikado family, a household dedicated to exorcising curses. A decade later, he has risen to become the head of the family, performing exorcisms while managing the demands of his role as an exorcist and his life as a high school student.

Tomo-kun is an office worker who lives next door to Aki-san. She frequently comes over to his apartment to share drinks, but when she gets drunk, her hidden nature is exposed: she's actually part cat! As Tomo-kun goes through his daily routine, other part-animal Onee-sans will also drop by to drink with him.

A rain woman starts taking care of a child she found crying in the rain.

Shiraishi Atoi has always struggled to communicate with others and never made any friends. When he starts high school, he ends up in a special class at a rural school. Rather than being ordinary, the class is filled with bizarre classmates. This is a fluffy, feel-good story.

Punpun Onodera is an ordinary 11-year-old Japanese boy filled with naive idealism and romantic notions. His transition into adolescence begins when he meets Aiko Tanaka, a new student in his class. As Punpun deals with the delicate nature of relationships and the challenge of leaving behind his innocent childhood, he confronts harsh realities. One such reality hits when his father assaults his mother, showing Punpun that the people he once admired are far from perfect. With each new struggle, Punpun's initially timid personality gradually shifts toward deliberate isolation. Rather than finding solutions to his problems and emotional conflicts, his seclusion worsens them, steering him down a bleak path to maturity in this somber story of growing up.