Manga Like Hyakunichikan!!

In a world that many consider ordinary, five-year-old Yotsuba Koiwai perceives everything with boundless enthusiasm and curiosity. After moving to a new town with her adoptive father, Yousuke, she takes it upon herself to explore her surroundings. Following some mishaps at the local park, the Koiwais meet their neighbors, the Ayase family: college student Asagi, who loves to tease; responsible high school student Fuuka; and kind elementary schooler Ena. Though Yotsuba's antics often amuse and sometimes frustrate them, the Ayase sisters gradually grow fond of her and join her in her adventures. Whether mastering a swing or trying to stop global warming by fiddling with air conditioners, Yotsuba's ability to find joy in the simplest things astonishes and entertains those around her. Along with Yousuke, the Ayases, and various other friends, she embarks on daily escapades that deepen her appreciation for life's basic pleasures.

The difficulties of adulthood and the harsh realities of office work often make people wish they could go back to their younger years and choose differently. This feeling leads 27-year-old Arata Kaizaki to consider an unusual offer. After returning home from his part-time job, Arata is contacted by Ryou Yoake, a representative from the ReLife Research Institute, who presents an experimental program designed to improve his job prospects. The ReLife project plans to change Arata's appearance to that of a 17-year-old, allowing him to experience high school again for one year. After this trial ends, he will receive a job offer, something he has had trouble getting since leaving his previous job. Despite his doubts, Arata agrees to the strange arrangement. But his adult way of thinking and his lack of recent school experience make handling everyday life in high school harder than he expected.

Sun Jing has a major crush on Qiu Tong, a graceful and charming blonde girl she first notices at a bus stop. Even though Qiu Tong embodies everything Sun Jing admires, the tomboyish and energetic Sun Jing finds it hard to speak up around her. Eventually, Sun Jing works up the courage to introduce herself, and the two become close friends. While they are only friends for now, Sun Jing is ready to do anything to make Qiu Tong happy, and her genuine feelings may eventually win Qiu Tong over.

In "Azumanga Daioh," Chiyo Mihama, a precocious student who has skipped several grades, finds herself in high school where she encounters a diverse group of classmates. Standing out among them is the tall and somewhat intimidating Sakaki, the energetic and often annoying Tomo Takino, the absent-minded but puzzle-savvy Ayumu "Osaka" Kasuga, the diet-obsessed Koyomi "Yomi" Mizuhara who loves karaoke despite her awful singing, and the fiercely competitive tomboy Kagura. As Chiyo bonds with these unique individuals, they share typical high school experiences—navigating classes, studying, enjoying summer breaks, and engaging in various mischievous activities together.

Chikan Otoko is a socially awkward otaku with a perverse side who regularly visits the 2ch forum. One day, while returning from work, he is wrongly detained for stalking. Once the confusion clears, he learns that the girl he calls Miss Understanding has been deeply affected by a real stalker. Wanting to earn her favor, he extends his help. Unexpectedly, he finds himself growing closer to Miss Understanding and her companions: the lively Kansai and the innocent Loli Jugs.

Seishuu Handa is a calligraphy prodigy, but his arrogance leads to a conflict with an elderly curator who dismisses his celebrated work as unoriginal and uninspired. This outburst threatens Handa's promising future. After an incident reveals his son's immaturity, Handa's father—a renowned calligrapher—sends him to a remote village in the Goto Islands as a form of discipline. Cut off from city conveniences, Handa moves into a local house, planning to focus solely on calligraphy practice. However, the house was previously used by a group of lively children, including Naru Kotoishi, who refuse to leave. Additionally, the curious villagers treat Handa as a source of amusement and entertainment. Though removed from his familiar environment, Handa's interactions with the village and its residents begin teaching him valuable lessons about personal growth, life, and the true nature of calligraphy.

In his first spring as a college student, Kanji Sasahara is torn over whether to finally join an otaku club. At the same time, Saki Kasukabe is trying to turn her boyfriend Kousaka, a devoted anime fan, into someone more conventional. Both Kanji and Kousaka end up enrolling in Genshiken, the Society for the Study of Modern Visual Culture, while Saki, undeterred, follows Kousaka to learn about the quirky world of Japanese fandom. Through club activities like cosplay, comic conventions, gaming sessions, and figure collecting, Saki gains an unexpected insight into the amusing side of otaku culture.

After a five-year relationship ends, 26-year-old Michiyo Ozawa spends the evening drinking with coworkers. When she returns home, she finds the elevator in her apartment building out of order. Looking for an alternative, she goes to a nearby house to use the bathroom and meets Zenji Oyamada. At first glance, he seems ordinary, but Michiyo notices a large pile of boxes in his room. These boxes contain strange items sent by Oyamada's brother, who lives abroad and frequently changes hobbies. Fascinated by the mysterious boxes, Michiyo is invited by Oyamada to open one. As she does, a heartwarming story unfolds about an ordinary couple and their shared experience with the unusual contents of these boxes.

High school teacher Rinko Yoshitaka seems to treat Ryo Arase as she would any other student, frequently scolding him for late work and keeping a professional front. But unknown to everyone else, Yoshitaka and Arase share hidden romantic encounters. Although they find ways to meet in private, Yoshitaka insists their relationship must stay secret until Arase turns 20. Even with this rule hanging over them as a warning, Arase and Yoshitaka find it hard to hold back from each other. They have to practice self-control to keep others from becoming suspicious.

In K-On!, the Light Music Club is intended to be a relaxing and enjoyable space, a concept embraced by the carefree Yui Hirasawa. However, when Yui decides to leave the club, she realizes that her departure would cause it to be disbanded due to a lack of members. This realization makes Yui reconsider her decision. Her fellow club members—the dependable Mio Akiyama, the playful Ritsu Tainaka, and the refined Tsumugi Kotobuki—perform a musical piece to persuade Yui to stay, and their performance rekindles Yui's passion, prompting her to rejoin the Light Music Club. As the clubroom fills with the sounds of their music and laughter, the girls manage to balance their academic duties with their love for music. Though they occasionally engage in playful mischief, their high school days in K-On! become all the more exciting because of it.

After transferring to her new high school, Chihiro Watanuki receives help from another student while looking for a place to park her bike. When she introduces herself in class, she discovers her desk is next to the boy who assisted her. Classmates inform her that this is Yuuji Yugami, the Baseball Club's star player, but they warn her to keep her distance since he is considered an eccentric with unpredictable behavior. Despite the warnings, Chihiro tries to connect with him and soon finds that interacting with him is challenging, confirming the rumors. Later, Chihiro ends up in an uncomfortable situation with some senior students, but Yugami intervenes again, though his motives are self-serving. Convinced there is more to him than meets the eye, she decides to approach him without prejudice and aims to enjoy a normal high school experience filled with friendships.

In his fourth year at Momogaoka College of Music, Shinichi Chiaki—the son of a renowned pianist—harbors a secret dream of becoming a conductor like his father. But his fear of flying keeps him trapped in Japan, unable to pursue opportunities abroad in Europe. One night, after collapsing, Chiaki is helped by Megumi "Nodame" Noda, a talented but messy and eccentric pianist. To his dismay, Nodame turns out to be his neighbor, and he finds himself reluctantly working with her. Despite the potential for chaos, Chiaki begins to rediscover his love for music through their encounters. How will this unusual partnership develop?

Saint☆Young Men is a humorous slice-of-life—or rather divine-life—manga that follows Jesus and Buddha as they navigate modern life, particularly in Japan. The story pokes fun at religion, cultural norms, and traditional Japanese customs through the lens of these two iconic figures. In the series, Jesus and Buddha explore various aspects of Japanese life, including strolling through Asakusa, enjoying public baths, visiting theme parks, and even browsing the internet. While occasional references are made to their divine origins, they mostly come across as ordinary individuals in contemporary Japanese society. Before their true identities are recognized, many people mistake them for resembling Johnny Depp or simply a man with a distinctive bump on his forehead.

After taking a year off from school, Hong Sul—a diligent and high-achieving student—unintentionally loses the good graces of her seemingly perfect senior, Yu Jeong. As a result, her life takes a turn for the worse, and she becomes convinced that Yu Jeong is the cause of all her troubles. Yet, when a year passes, why has he suddenly started treating her with such kindness?

Tamahiko Shima, the youngest son of the distinguished Shima family, was raised in opulence yet starved of genuine warmth from his aloof relatives. After losing his mother and suffering a severe injury to his dominant arm in a tragic accident, he sank into hopelessness and was cast aside by his father, who deemed him a failure. Banished to a remote rural estate to safeguard the family's reputation, Tamahiko expected to wither away alone—until Yuzuki Tachibana arrived, announcing that his father had sent her to be his wife. Through her devoted care, Yuzuki breathes new purpose into his barren existence, guiding him as he mends the deep emotional scars of his past. Gradually, their lives become entwined, and they share the bittersweet journey of their first love.

After the death of his wife, high school teacher Kouhei Inuzuka tries his hand at cooking for his young daughter Tsumugi, despite having no real skill in the kitchen. Their meals end up coming from convenience stores after a few failed attempts. During a cherry blossom outing, Kouhei and Tsumugi encounter Kotori Iida, one of Kouhei’s socially withdrawn students. Noticing Tsumugi eyeing her lunch, Kotori invites them to her mother’s restaurant. Determined to give Tsumugi a proper meal, Kouhei arrives at the restaurant late, only to find Kotori waiting to assist him in the kitchen. Though both are inexperienced, they manage to make a simple dish. It becomes clear that Kotori often eats alone because her mother is busy. To ensure Tsumugi eats well, Kouhei agrees to cook regularly with Kotori, leading to a series of heartfelt shared meals.

In Rookies, Professor Kawato becomes the new Japanese teacher at the infamous Futagotamaga High School, whose baseball team is made up of delinquent students. They were previously banned from all school competitions after a brawl broke out during a match. With the ban now lifted, the surviving team members have lost their drive, wasting time on dating, smoking, and loafing around. Under Kawato's guidance, they find their passion again and aim for Koushien. Their path to Koushien is difficult; they must rebuild their physical condition, relearn baseball basics, and regain the trust of the school's administration and faculty within a short period. Through hard work and persistence, the baseball club members recover their determination and strength, moving closer to their goals, while Kawato's energetic and unconventional teaching methods gradually change the attitudes of those around him.

Takemoto lives in a small student apartment, always busy with managing his finances and getting to classes on time. Though he lives on his own, he still has a lot to learn about maturity. Along with his unusual friends—Morita, Mayama, Yamada, and Hagumi—he sets out on a path to grasp life and find his true self. Also included in Volume 10 are the extra one-shots: Sora no Kotori and Hoshi no Opera.

In Gakuen Babysitters, Ryuuichi Kashima has spent much of his life looking after his younger brother, Kotarou, due to their parents' frequent travels. After both parents tragically die in a plane crash, Youko Morinomiya—an elderly woman who lost her own son and daughter-in-law in the same accident—becomes their guardian. Ryuuichi is allowed to enroll at the school where Youko serves as chairwoman, but only on the condition that he joins the "babysitting club" to care for the children of the staff. Initially finding this task difficult, Ryuuichi gains encouragement from fellow student Hayato Kamitani and others. Together, they embark on new and thrilling adventures through their involvement with the club.

Nanase Sakashita is the reliable class representative, while Hana-kun is a student who often skips school. Despite their contrasting natures, an unexpected connection develops when Hana-kun steps in to protect Nanase from a bullying classmate. Nanase then takes it upon herself to encourage him to participate more and attend school regularly, while Hana-kun is equally determined to prove that life has more to offer than just academics. Can they bridge their different paths and form a bond?

At the close of the school year, middle schooler Yuuichi Kanba accidentally witnesses his childhood friend Makio Fujiyama, a towering 181 cm girl, in an embarrassing situation, which causes him to develop romantic feelings for her. Although Fujiyama is seen as unattractive by others, Kanba impulsively asks her out and, to his surprise, she agrees. As they navigate school events, fireworks displays, and other activities, Kanba constantly tries to sneak glances at Fujiyama while keeping their relationship a secret from those around them. This proves challenging due to Fujiyama's imposing presence, which often draws unwanted attention. In "Fujiyama-san wa Shishunki," Yuuichi and Makio experience a series of amusing and lighthearted moments, learning about love and each other along the way.

In "Hitoribocchi no ○○ Seikatsu," Hitori Bocchi, who suffers from severe social anxiety and trouble with conversation, often resorts to extreme measures. She is surprisingly skilled at avoiding interactions, experiences muscle spasms from stress, and becomes overly confident when by herself. Under great pressure, she sometimes gets sick, and she is always devising plans. As Bocchi gets ready to start middle school, she faces the difficulty of her only friend, Yawara Kai, attending a different school. Now, surrounded by new classmates, Bocchi must make friends to have any hope of reuniting with Kai.

In "Kodocha: Sana's Stage," young actress Sana Kurata confronts many difficulties at school, especially from her bullying classmate Akito Hayama. However, Sana's lively and upbeat personality drives her to address every issue she faces. Her determined efforts both annoy and captivate Hayama, while his gloomy attitude similarly frustrates and motivates Sana to change his perspective. As these opposing characters start affecting one another, they endure various hardships that slowly overcome their differences and create a stronger bond between them.

23-year-old Aoki Daisuke starts his teaching career at Futatsubashi Elementary School, where he is put in charge of Class 3-1. One of his students, Rin Kokonoe, is a sharp and playful girl who develops a strong infatuation with him and openly announces that she is his girlfriend. Even though it could threaten his position, Rin keeps chasing after her relationship with her teacher, adding more complications to the already tangled interactions among their friends, family, and fellow students.