Manga Like Kodomo no Jikan

In *If I See You in My Dreams*, Fuguno Masuo, a 24-year-old office worker who has been unlucky in love, has never been on a date. His hopes for romance are crushed after seeking advice from a fortune teller. But his luck changes when he meets the charming Nagisa Shiozaki at a matchmaking bar, where she reveals she shares his dating troubles. Determined to earn her affection, Masuo must compete with other suitors and the romantic advances of a colleague, all while navigating the awkward situations that keep ruining his plans.

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.

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.

Yamato Akitsuki, a bright and energetic boy, is excited to begin his high school life in Tokyo. Grateful for his aunt’s offer of a free room in her apartment building, he accepts without realizing it is an all-girls dormitory. His first day of school takes an interesting turn when Yamato notices a girl excelling at the high jump. Her skill and beauty captivate him, and he becomes determined to get to know her better. By chance, this girl, Suzuka Asahina, turns out to be his next-door neighbor. However, their interactions so far have caused Suzuka to form a negative impression of him. Despite these misunderstandings, Yamato decides to join the track team to try to make an impression on her. He soon finds himself developing into a promising sprinter in the 100-meter race. Balancing friendship and potential romance, Yamato dedicates himself to training, hoping to win Suzuka’s heart.

In his pursuit of filmmaking, Junpei Manaka stumbles upon a striking moment in middle school when he catches a glimpse of strawberry-patterned underwear against the backdrop of a sunset. Believing the girl to be his classmate, Aya Toujou, he makes efforts to get closer to her to recreate that memorable skirt flip for artistic reasons. However, when he encounters her the following day, she appears entirely different from the memory he cherishes. Just as Junpei considers starting anew, he comes across the school idol, Tsukasa Nishino, who confidently reveals she is wearing strawberry-patterned panties that day. Convinced that Tsukasa is the girl he seeks, Junpei devises a plan to confess to her, aiming to become her boyfriend and eventually capture footage of her underwear.

In "Sora no Otoshimono," Tomoki Sakurai is troubled by a recurring dream in which an unknown angel vanishes into the sky, saying, "The sky has captured me." One day, the dream changes, and the angel descends, urgently seeking his help. While napping in class, his childhood friend Sohara Mitsuki wakes Tomoki and notices his tears. Worried, she encourages him to consult Eishirou Sugata, an older student obsessed with "The New Continent," a mysterious aerial phenomenon that has no explanation. As the anomaly is about to pass over their town, Sugata suggests meeting at midnight to explore Tomoki's dream and gather information about The New Continent. Even though his friends do not show up, Tomoki arrives alone and witnesses an angeloid falling from the sky, who attaches herself to him and declares him her master. Sohara then forces Tomoki to join the New Continent Discovery Club, which Sugata is the only other member of. Together, the three investigate the mysteries of The New Continent, the angeloids, and the girl from Tomoki's dreams, uncovering truths that may be more dangerous than anticipated.

Ichitaka Seto is a 16-year-old high school student who has secretly been in love with Iori Yoshizuki, a classmate who gained popularity after being featured in a magazine. Despite his feelings, Ichitaka has not confessed due to a painful rejection in his past. His opportunity for a connection arises when he is paired with Iori for the Freshman Welcoming Ceremony. After some initial difficulties, Ichitaka and Iori build a good relationship. However, the situation changes dramatically when Ichitaka's childhood friend, Itsuki Akiba, unexpectedly arrives and moves in with him. This sudden development complicates the relationships among the three from the very beginning.

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 "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.

Seiji Sawamura is a 17-year-old whose reputation as a fierce fighter and his notorious "Devil's Right Hand" have made him widely misunderstood. Though he has a genuinely kind nature and wants to end his 17-year run of being alone, his intimidating image keeps potential romantic partners away. Everything changes when Seiji wakes up one morning to find a girl named Midori in place of his right hand, and it turns out she has been secretly admiring him since middle school.

In "Skill of Lure," Sung-Gi Jang is unfairly branded as a complete pervert by his classmates, who misread his lack of social grace as lecherous behavior. Despite this reputation, Sung-Gi genuinely struggles to navigate interactions with the opposite sex. His misfortunes seem endless until his close friend Jae Hwang, witnessing Sung-Gi’s despair, offers assistance. Unbeknownst to Sung-Gi, Hwang is a skilled pick-up artist. Under Hwang’s tutelage, Sung-Gi begins to learn the fundamentals of conversing and interacting with women. Through numerous attempts and failures, he starts to understand the subtleties necessary for expressing deeper emotions. Realizing how much he can read from subtle cues, Sung-Gi becomes particularly interested in a specific classmate and uses the newly acquired "Skill of Lure" to connect with her.

In "Ai Kora," Maeda Hachibei has an unusual obsession: rather than being attracted to whole people like most men, he is fixated on specific body parts. When he moves to Tokyo for school, he ends up living in a dorm with five young women, each representing one of his ideal physical traits—a remarkable pair of blue eyes, perfectly shaped breasts, a calmingly deep voice, and strikingly straight legs reminiscent of anime. Surrounded by this collection of beauty, can he keep his composure? Despite surface-level comparisons to "Love Hina," Hachibei’s predicament is truly unique and different from Keitaro’s. One-Shot: Volume 12 - "The Boy Who Heard Too Much"

On his twentieth birthday, Shizuka decides to spend the day alone at a hot spring. There, he accidentally comes across a drunk and unconscious woman, seeing her unclothed form for the first time. When he begins college, an old friend convinces him to join the travel and hot springs club, which consists mainly of women. Much to his surprise, the woman he saw at the hot spring, named Ruka, is also a member. Now, Shizuka must maintain a normal relationship with the club members while concealing his constant mental images of Ruka. His goal is to keep this awkward secret hidden from everyone. Additional one-shots: Volume 5: Katakoi Volume 10: Toori no Kado wo Magaru made

This series is highly informative and entertaining, focusing on a newlywed couple who are both virgins as they navigate the humorous challenges of learning about sex. While it is not strictly a hentai, it does contain scenes that could be considered as such. The taboo subjects are handled with good taste. It serves as a comedic instructional guide, useful for both those unfamiliar with sex and seasoned experts.

Mugi Tadano, a sixteen-year-old boy, is heartbroken when his girlfriend moves away. To cope, he takes a summer job at a beachside snack bar and hotel on a tropical island, run by his friend Kazuki. Things seem fine until Kazuki sets up a blind date for Mugi with a girl named Yuu, whom they expect to be unattractive. However, Yuu turns out to be the most adorable girl Mugi has ever seen. Mugi's luck changes when he accidentally catches Yuu bathing, which angers her greatly. The next day, Mugi tries to make amends, only to find that Yuu has already left the island. With unwavering determination, Mugi vows to track down the beautiful Yuu, but will their paths cross again? Included one-shots: Volume 11: Candy Girl ni Hanataba wo. Volume 13: Apricot Girl Volume 24: Happy Ice Cream Volume 34: Otoko wa Sore wo Gaman Dekinai!! Volume 42: Weapon!!!

Who wouldn't cherish such a lovely mother? Ryo Ishizuka balances a part-time job while studying for his accountant exams. He finds solace in his coworker, Yuzuki Tachibana, a widow raising a young child. As Ryo's feelings for Yuzuki deepen, he gathers the courage to confess, yet wonders how she will respond. Will love conquer all obstacles, or will their path to romance face difficulties? Additionally, enjoy moments filled with lullabies and tender bedtime scenes. Get ready to be moved by this heartwarming romantic comedy centered around a single mother and a dedicated freelancer!

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!

Shun, Kaname, and the twin siblings Yuuki and Yuuta have been friends since kindergarten. Whether their connection is strong or simply a matter of habit is unclear, but they still spend time together after entering high school. The group's dynamic changes when Chizuru, a half-Japanese transfer student, joins them and brings new energy. "Kimi to Boku" follows their ordinary lives, free from intense drama or excitement. It's a gentle, sometimes humorous account of young friendships.

Aspiring actor Makoto Amano is bound by a strict condition from his father: he may only pursue his dream if he lives as a girl for his final two years of high school. After transferring to a new school, Makoto develops a close friendship with the spirited and tomboyish Ito Miura, who also loves drama and is the only one who knows his secret. Yet, the question remains whether their bond is purely platonic.

In "The Ruler of the Land," Bi-Kwang is a dashing young warrior who becomes infatuated and somewhat dimwitted around attractive women. During his travels, he encounters an unnamed, highly skilled swordswoman looking for a legendary martial arts master. Bi-Kwang volunteers to assist her in exchange for an introduction to her gorgeous sibling. It soon becomes clear that the swordswoman is actually Hwa-Rin Dahm, the sister herself, and she alternates between disguises to progress the narrative. Bi-Kwang is immediately smitten with her, leading to a romantic subplot involving only the two of them. Set in a realm where various factions vie for control over the Murim, Bi-Kwang, despite possessing a natural aptitude for martial arts and lacking interest in them, makes a deal to escort Hwa-Rin to meet her grandfather, the last known witness to his disappearance. Their journey is fraught with adversaries and occasional reunions with old acquaintances. Through their adventures, Bi-Kwang grows and gains insight into the importance of martial arts, recognizing his previous misuse of his abilities.

In "Orange Yane no Chiisana Ie," Shoutarou Ninomiya, a father of two boys who has been a dedicated workaholic without using his paid leave for 15 years, faces marital problems that lead to his wife filing for divorce. Meanwhile, Natsumi Okajima, a mother of two girls, leaves her unfaithful husband. Both Shoutarou and Natsumi seek a fresh start by purchasing separate homes for themselves and their children. However, they fall victim to the same real estate scam, becoming co-owners of the same house. With no means to move and limited legal options, the two families must coexist in the same space. Initially, Natsumi, who distrusts men, establishes strict boundaries within the household. As the children form close bonds, the adults' lives gradually become intertwined, fostering a tender relationship between Shoutarou and Natsumi.

Forty years ago, Yoshihiro Tatsumi expanded the boundaries of manga storytelling by using its visual language to craft powerful, literary narratives centered on the everyday lives of ordinary people. Known as "the grandfather of Japanese alternative comics," his influence reaches cartoonists worldwide. In this deeply personal work, Tatsumi, who previously authored "The Push Man and Other Stories" and "Good-bye," offers an unflinching look at his own life. Spanning a decade in its creation, "A Drifting Life" is Tatsumi's most daring, intimate, and emotionally resonant project—a graphic novel that serves as an autobiographical coming-of-age story. Through his enduring passion for manga, Tatsumi weaves a rich narrative exploring family dynamics, Japanese cultural and historical elements, first love, the complexities of the manga industry, and most importantly, the essence of being an artist. This work is at times humorous, thought-provoking, and moving, standing as the culmination of his extraordinary life and legendary career.

In "Sekitou Elegy," Satoshi Yanagawa starts working part-time as a police assistant and soon becomes aware of a strikingly beautiful female colleague. Despite her good looks, she has a distinctly unpleasant attitude. Is it possible for a romantic relationship to develop between them? The narrative shifts between comedic situations and emotionally touching moments.

Shinya is an unremarkable student, lacking athletic ability and plagued by a timid disposition that leaves him feeling insignificant. One day, he meets Haruna, a girl whose presence might change his fate. She identifies him as the Messiah, destined by the Lord to save her world, and offers to be his protector. Could this claim be true? Is his life of mediocrity simply a setup for such a significant role? Is he really the Messiah? And if he is, can he even save himself, much less an entire world? The story includes one-shots from Volume 4: Night Keeper and Volume 6: Exorcist.