pinkstarred's manga / #Yakuza(24)

Yokosu Inu, Mekuru Yoru

Ongoing | Nobara Aiko | 2000 released

This one hurt to read. It's one of my first's and the manipulation and love is heartbreaking. Update: I finally get to read more and it was painful the whole way through. I think it's an incredible characterization of three different people and how their stories intertwine. Is Shinitani's love real? He seemingly is the only one who actually understands what love should be yet fails to fight his feelings for both men despite what they do. Face it, every single character has done something bad, not one of them is innocent. Sudo is seemingly the biggest criminal and offender, but he never once covered up, he was honest about his bad character. And the author reveals his past to show us just how pitiful he is which only further draws Shinitani. Haruma the clear favorite, a dumb loveable puppy to a fault. But he is responsible for endangering Shinitani and his fam in the first place. We see him change and grow with the gentleness and kindness of Shinitani and just wants to be loved. It's clear he will thrive in a good environment. He honestly would be better off with someone else, but will other be able to look beyond his past and give him a chance? Does he have the strength? I think that Shinitani loses himself to Sudo because he accepts him as is, ugly and all. And despite the clear hurt that Sudo has continuously put him through he wants to help and be with him... There seems to be a consensus that Shinitani is the worst of all, but I'm not so sure. He was brought into this mess because of Haruma and dived deeper into it for him. Honestly their "romantic" relationship was a horrible start right from the beginning. He does hide his twisted, thrill seeking side well, but I don't think he is bad. It's like he is too kind which is what got him involved in all this in the first place. His kink is what it is... but both Haruma and Sudo accept him. ( Mainly bc no one else has treated them well before.) This story is so complicated and really makes me think and continue reading to see what happens. And to me that's what makes a good story. I wonder if this will end up as poly thing? Or everyone will split up or will they die? Can't wait to see what happens. Thanks so much for updating this title, I've been waiting for years.

Saezuru Tori wa Habatakanai

Ongoing | yoneda kou | 2011 released

A masterpiece! I read this all day on Christmas and couldn't put it down, what a great gift. So many feels. A truely well crafted plot that rips your heart out and then gently cradles it and leaves you wanting more of this dark twisted emotional story. One of the best mangas I've come across.

Yondaime Ooyamato Tatsuyuki

Complete | Scarlet Beriko | 2014 released
2017-01-12 10:47 marked

Acid Town

Ongoing | kyuugou | 2008 released

Shinjuku Lucky Hole

Ongoing | kumota haruko | 2012 released

This was actually quite dark but somehow kept a light tone. It's about AV company and the people who work there. It keeps you laughing at times and blends comedy and tragedy well. You don't feel wrecked at the end and that's probably because Kumi doesn't act like a victim. He has this coquettish charm about him even though he went through some fucked up shit. I really like his character. The art is gorgeous, the characters arnt cookie cutter and not ur typical bishi's. They all look distinct and have a bunch of personality. A good read.

Totally Captivated

Complete | YOO Ha jin | 2008 released
2017-02-17 00:50 marked

Sugar Code

Complete | natsume isaku | 2008 released
2017-02-26 21:48 marked

A nice slice of life about about helping others. Cute read

Honto Yajuu

Ongoing | yamamoto kotetsuko | 2008 released

One of my first and favorite mangas. This has one of the fluffiest couples ever. A romcom full of lovey dovey moments and lusty love scenes. The moe Aki captured mine and Ueda's heart. This fun silly series is full of rediculous antics that will make you laugh and lovable characters that make your heart doki doki. Recurring characters pop up and even supporting roles get some love too. It's a long series at 9 volumes and counting and worth every happy moment. A bit redundant at times and even clichéd, this sappy story won't disappoint but fuel your happy bubble. (((o(*゚▽゚*)o)))

Yakuza-sama no Omocha

Complete | KIRISHIKI Tokico | 2017 released
2018-12-23 03:58 marked

Ch 1-4 and 6 is yuuya and kurose.

Kakugo wo Kimete

Complete | Watarumi Naho,Miike Romuko | 2009 released
2019-01-12 02:24 marked

I lied the yskuza pair, they had good heads and were quite smart and won’t others take advantage. 8 liked that but not their love.