Namida mo Tooku - Aonibi no Nemuri
Okay, I think Shiki's story had the most realistic, sensible ending it could have had. It makes sense. You are comfortable with what you know, right? It's the only *sane* solution. Protection of self, protection and guard. Manager. Parent. Sexual health advocate. Psychologist and *physician * . I really love this story, thought-provoking, though it made me want to sob my eyes out. I also realize something else : Shiki owed him a certain debt of gratitude for taking him in and with the *disability*, it would be far worse than if he simply stayed. Just my two cents. :)
Sakura Gari
This was the first manga I fell in love with. It is difficult, demanding and heartbreaking. Highly recommended Couldn't stop crying throughout and at its conclusion, I was left shattered. You'll need a huge box of tissues and bleach for your mind and eyes.
Ginza Neon Paradise
God, this is beautiful. Highly recommended.
Doutei Saizensen
(*SPOILERS !) God, this freaking series is a freaking hoot! The self references to the manga is so freaking hilarious. This is one of the funniest manga series I have had the true pleasure of reading. " Hey baby, want a ride?" and "You don't have to clean up for me, I'm a prisoner," had me howling!
Hakuyou Ayakashi Gatari
Precious, precious story. Thoroughly enjoyed this. Highly recommended.
Giglio
Dark and subversive as hell, but beautiful. I really appreciate this writing.
Matsugo no Yume
Okay. ..wow. I can't express enough my affection for this mangaka. Everything she writes I fall in love with. That conclusion, man...I had to go back and reread it, and then I had to kiss my sleeping husband just to make sure he was sleeping and I wasn't dreaming. Very effective. Well done, Sensei. In my world, my own little twisted mind and heart, they are together. I can't imagine living with that grief.
Samurai Lover
This is great. I love the characters, I love the story. Thank you, Potato -san and company, for all your hard work.
Meeting him
Outstanding. Exceptional. Pretty damn brilliant. I loved everything about this. Goes right into my outstanding list. To translator san: Thank you for your chapter notes. You're hilarious.
Yuki to Matsu