ari's manga / #slice of life(103)

"Workaholic Natsume misses the last train and ends up sharing a business hotel room with cheerful coworker Miki. For introverted Natsume, it's a nerve-wracking first, especially when Miki's bright personality draws him into the same bed for the night. The next morning, Miki surprises Natsume by saying he'd love to meet again, leaving Natsume to wonder if this encounter was just the beginning of something more." Love at first sight. ADORABLE!

"Shuichirou often retreats to the school terrace to escape class or delay going home. There, he frequently encounters Konno, a mysterious figure surrounded by rumors—some calling him dark and intimidating, others noting his passion for photography and surprising kindness." Roof friends; Photography. Emotions are portrayed really beautifully. The art really adds to the whole experience. Definitely a deeper story that explores the psyche.

"Kitagawa, the charming ace of the Sales Department, hides a surprising secret—he's a nervous wreck who blushes at the slightest surprise. Discovering that he stays calm around his stern senior Natsume, he clings to him for support. Unbeknownst to Kitagawa, Natsume has been harboring a secret of his own—he's gay and has admired Kitagawa since he first joined the company four years ago. A workplace dynamic full of hidden feelings unfolds!" A SUPER good read. I really enjoyed both couples (yes, BOTH). They had excellent communication and their dynamics were just so wonderful.

Unfinished so far but sweet!

"When a wild life photographer gets his car stuck in a snow bank, he is too busy marveling at nature to notice the gravity of his situation. Luckily for him, a local resident of the town happens to cross his path and offers him some help." BEAUTIFUL art, so cute. Such a sweet and fluffy story.

"Overworked and stressed, salaryman Hirokuni is at his breaking point when childhood friend Kai reappears after 12 years—now homeless and in need of help. Reluctantly, Hirokuni lets him move in, only to learn Kai is gay, sparking concerns about his chastity. But Kai’s home-cooked meals and care bring unexpected comfort. A heartwarming tale of a lonely salaryman and his skilled, caring roommate!" The confession scene! OMG. A more adult, realistic, down-to-earth story.

"Overworked Minato finds solace in feeding a stray tomcat, Nyako, though his chaotic lifestyle keeps him from adopting the cat. One night, he discovers an unconscious man, Ritsu, in a garbage dump. Unable to abandon him, Minato offers Ritsu a place to stay—on the condition that he cares for Nyako during the day."

"TMinato, a reserved man who keeps his emotions hidden, and Wataru, an open-hearted extrovert, share a passion for photography that cements their unlikely friendship. They grow so close during university that they decide to live together. However, when Minato moves away for work, Wataru realizes his feelings run deeper than friendship." HE ABSOLUTE SWEETEST. I adore them with my whole heart. Such a wonderful friends-to-lovers story, where they come to connect and understand their feelings through photography. Author never misses.