Series for Historical Genre

Drama Fantasy Adventure Historical

アシガール

ashi-girl

By 森本梢子

Label マーガレットコミックスDIGITAL

Yui Hayakawa is a lazy, unmotivated high school girl with a knack for running fast. Her life takes a wild turn when she accidentally time-travels to Japan’s warring Sengoku period. There, she meets a handsome young lord named Tadakiyo and decides to protect him at all costs. Disguising herself as a boy, Yui joins his ranks as a foot soldier, using her speed to navigate battles and challenges. This action-packed tale blends romance, comedy, and historical adventure as Yui discovers her purpose and fights to stay by Tadakiyo’s side.

Comedy Fantasy Romance Historical

明治メランコリア

Meiji Melancholia

In the waning years of the Meiji era, Suzu, now a young woman, continues her journey from the events of Meiji Scarlet Romance, grappling with the weight of her past and the uncertainties of her future. Her heart remains tied to Tsugaru, the enigmatic heir who once rescued her, but their age difference and his elusive nature create a rift she struggles to bridge. As Suzu pursues her dreams and navigates the shifting tides of a modernizing Japan, she faces new challenges, from personal growth to unexpected adventures abroad, all while seeking to understand the true depth of their connection.

Carol Reed, a modern American archaeology student, is transported 3,000 years back to ancient Egypt after a curse from a tomb discovery, finding herself in the court of the young, bold Pharaoh Memphis. As she uses her 21st-century knowledge to navigate this unfamiliar world, Carol earns the title “Daughter of the Nile” and captures Memphis’s heart, sparking a romance fraught with danger from his jealous sister Isis and rival prince Izmir. Caught between two eras and a web of love and intrigue, this epic tale blends romance, history, and adventure, following a girl’s journey through time, love, and the grandeur of an ancient kingdom.

Romance Historical

王家の紋章

Crest of the Royal Family

Drama Fantasy Romance Supernatural Adventure Historical

虹色とうがらし

Rainbow-colored Chili Powder

Comedy Drama Fantasy Romance Adventure Action Historical

うらめしや

Romance Supernatural Historical

沈黙の艦隊

The Silent Service

In the post-Cold War era, Japan secretly develops a nuclear submarine, the "Seabat," in collaboration with the U.S. Navy. When Captain Shiro Kaieda takes command, he unexpectedly declares the submarine an independent state, "Yamato," and goes rogue during its maiden voyage. This act of defiance plunges the world into a political and military crisis. As Captain Kaieda navigates international waters, he proposes a radical vision of a "Silent Service," a submarine force dedicated to global peace without nuclear armament. His actions challenge the status quo, forcing nations to reconsider their military policies and alliances. Amidst naval confrontations, political intrigue, and personal struggles, the story explores themes of power, freedom, and the pursuit of an ideal world order.

Drama Action Historical

風の槍

Action Drama Historical

封神演義

By 藤崎竜

Comedy Fantasy Supernatural Adventure Sci-Fi Historical

大正処女御伽話

Taisho Maiden Fairytale

By 桐丘さな

In the early Taisho era, Tamahiko Shima, the second son of a wealthy family, is banished to a remote mountain villa after a tragic accident leaves him disillusioned and estranged from his family. Resigned to a life of solitude, his world shifts when Yuzuki Tachibana, a cheerful and optimistic girl, arrives as his arranged bride, sent by his family to care for him. Despite his initial resistance, Yuzuki's warmth and determination begin to thaw Tamahiko's hardened heart, drawing him out of his despair. As they navigate life together, along with unexpected visitors and challenges, they weave a tale of healing, connection, and rediscovery in a time of change.

Drama Historical Romance Slice of Life

逃げ上手の若君

The Elusive Samurai

By 松井優征

In 1333 Kamakura, young Hojo Tokiyuki, heir to the Kamakura shogunate, loses his family and home to a sudden rebellion led by Ashikaga Takauji. Exceptionally skilled at escaping, Tokiyuki flees with the guidance of Suwa Yorishige, a priest from Shinano, who sees him as a destined hero. He gathers a small group of loyal retainers, including the cunning Shokan and the strong Kojiro, to survive relentless pursuit by Takauji’s forces. Tokiyuki’s knack for evasion and quick thinking helps him outwit enemies as he begins a journey to reclaim his legacy. Supported by Yorishige’s divine visions, Tokiyuki sets out to navigate the turbulent era and become a hero through flight rather than fight.

Adventure Action Historical

龍狼伝　中原繚乱編

Fantasy Adventure Action Historical

天は赤い河のほとり

Heaven by the Red River

Yuri Suzuki, a modern 15-year-old Japanese girl, is mysteriously pulled into a portal at a lake and transported to the ancient Hittite Empire in 14th-century BC Anatolia. There, she is seized by Queen Nakia, who seeks to sacrifice Yuri to curse her stepson, Prince Kail, in a bid to secure the throne for her own son. Rescued by Prince Kail, Yuri learns of Nakia’s sinister magical powers and the political intrigue threatening the empire. As Yuri adapts to this unfamiliar world, her courage and quick thinking draw Kail’s admiration, forging an alliance between them. Their early encounters, marked by escapes from Nakia’s schemes and Yuri’s struggle to survive, set the stage for a journey of trust and destiny in a turbulent ancient realm.

Drama Fantasy Romance Adventure Action Historical

侠医冬馬

By かわのいちろう, 村上もとか

In the turbulent era of Japan's Bakumatsu period, Osaka buzzes with scholars and ambition, and young doctor Tōma Matsuzaki stands at the crossroads of tradition and innovation. Driven by an insatiable curiosity, Tōma studies the cutting-edge medical techniques of the Hanaoka school, wielding both scalpel and sword with equal skill. As he confronts the challenges of a society in flux, Tōma's journey becomes a quest to heal not just bodies but also the wounds of a nation on the brink of change.

Drama Historical

信長を殺した男～日輪のデマルカシオン～

The Man Who Killed Nobunaga: Demarcation of the Sun

By 明智憲三郎, 藤堂裕

Label ヤングチャンピオン・コミックス

Publisher 秋田書店

Drama Adventure Action Historical

アド・アストラ　―スキピオとハンニバル―

By カガノミハチ

Drama Psychological Adventure Action Historical

なるかみ長屋

By 嶋津蓮

Publisher Jコミックテラス

After losing her grandmother and seeing her grandfather struggle with grief, 12-year-old Konoha is sent by her mother from their rural home to live with him in the bustling Narukami tenement house in Edo-era Japan. Determined to help her grandfather heal, Konoha immerses herself in the vibrant community of the tenement, where she meets a colorful cast of residents, each with their own stories and struggles. As she forms bonds and navigates daily life, Konoha discovers the warmth of found family and the strength it takes to mend broken hearts. Though grounded in reality, the story occasionally weaves in fantastical elements, like visits to mythical realms, adding a touch of wonder to their journey.

Drama Historical

とつくにとうか　－幕末通訳　森山栄之助－

キングダム

Kingdom

By 原泰久

Comedy Mystery Historical

Drama Action Historical

いちまつ捕物帳

Ichimatsu Catch Book

はいからさんが通る

Here Comes Miss Modern

Comedy Historical Romance

猫奥

Comedy Slice of Life Historical

死にたがりと雲雀

A Death Wish and a Skylark

孔明のヨメ。

颯汰の国

Souta's Country

Drama Action Historical

警視庁草紙‐風太郎明治劇場‐

In the early Meiji era, just as Edo transforms into Tokyo, the newly established Metropolitan Police Department is on the cusp of modernity, clashing with the remnants of the old Shogunate's law enforcement. Here, we follow the adventures of the police force, led by characters like the innovative Inspector Kaji and the intuitive former samurai, soldier, and detective, Hyakutaro. They navigate through a series of intricate crimes that blend historical figures with fictional ones, from the great storyteller San'yutei Encho to revolutionaries like Saigo Takamori. Each case is a dance of wits between the new police and the old guard, set against the backdrop of Japan's rapid modernization, exploring themes of loyalty, change, and the clash of cultures.

Drama Adventure Action Historical

Drama Mystery Historical

史記

龍狼伝

Shiro Amachi and his childhood friend Masumi Izumi are swallowed by a giant dragon during a school trip, transporting them to 207 AD China during the Three Kingdoms era. Thrust into a battlefield between Liu Bei's and Cao Cao's armies, Shiro's knowledge and talent lead to his recruitment as a strategist for Liu Bei's forces. Revered as the "Dragon's Child," Shiro begins devising strategies to survive the turbulent times. Masumi develops a mark known as the "Sign of Heaven's Fortune," earning her recognition as the special "Dragon Maiden." Together, they navigate interactions with Three Kingdoms heroes while finding their place in the chaos of the era.

Comedy Fantasy Adventure Action Historical

岩元先輩ノ推薦

By 椎橋寛

Supernatural Action Historical

ＡＭＡＫＵＳＡ　１６３７

Summer Moon

修羅の刻

In the Sengoku era, Mutsu Yakumo, a practitioner of the ancient Mutsu Enmei Ryu martial art, emerges a decade after the Battle of Sekigahara. Known for his unparalleled combat skills, Yakumo crosses paths with the legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi. Their encounter sets the stage for intense battles, with Yakumo’s techniques clashing against Musashi’s swordsmanship. As Yakumo navigates this turbulent period, he faces various warriors, each challenging the Mutsu legacy. His journey intertwines with historical figures, driven by the unyielding spirit of the Mutsu clan’s martial tradition.

Drama Psychological Romance Historical

無限の住人

Blade of the Immortal

Supernatural Adventure Action Historical

卑弥呼－真説・邪馬台国伝－

By ウー・中村真理子, リチャード, リチャード・ウー, 中村真理子

Label ビッグコミックス

Publisher 小学館

In a time shrouded in mystery, the land of ancient Japan is divided, and the legendary queen Himiko rises to power in the enigmatic Yamatai-koku. Chosen as a shamaness-queen, Himiko wields both spiritual and political influence, navigating a world of warring tribes, divine rituals, and hidden truths. As she seeks to unify the land and protect her people, Himiko's journey intertwines with those of warriors, mystics, and rivals, each drawn into the web of her destiny.

In the turbulent era of the Muromachi period, young Ise Shinkuro Moritoki, later known as Hojo Soun, grows up in the shadow of a prestigious family, the Ise clan. Amidst political upheaval and the looming chaos of the Onin War, Shinkuro navigates the complexities of duty, ambition, and survival. From his early days in Kyoto to his rise as a key figure in Japan's shifting landscape, his journey is one of determination and transformation.

Historical Horror

新九郎、奔る！

Shinkurou, Run!

Slice of Life Historical

蘭と葵

Ran and Aoi

By 上田倫子

Label マーガレットコミックスDIGITAL

In the early Edo period, as peace settles over Japan, we follow the intertwined destinies of Ran, a skilled female ninja from the Iga clan, and Aoi, who would become the third Shogun, Tokugawa Iemitsu (known in youth as Takechiyo). Ran, escaping an unwanted marriage, arrives in Edo where she inadvertently saves young Takechiyo from an assassination attempt, earning her a place as his protector. Their relationship blossoms amidst political intrigue, assassination plots, and the trials of growing up in a time of transition. Ran, with her loyalty and bravery, navigates the complexities of love and duty while Takechiyo matures into a leader, all under the watchful eye of the powerful women around them.

Comedy Drama Historical Romance

大正恋恋双葉冊子

In the romanticized era of Taisho Japan, young Oya, a high school girl with dreams of becoming an author, finds her life taking an unexpected turn when she's saved from a would-be assailant by a dashing naval officer who bears a striking resemblance to her childhood sweetheart. Days later, during an arranged marriage meeting, she encounters a man with the same face, who claims to be her long-lost love. Confused by this coincidence and drawn into a world of mystery and love, Oya's quest for truth leads her into the publishing world, where she seeks to unravel the identity of the two men while navigating her own path to independence and love.

Drama Mystery Romance Historical

Drama Historical Romance

王国の子

Child of the Kingdom

夢の雫、黄金の鳥籠

Cage of Golden Drop of Dreams

Drama Historical Romance

無限の住人～幕末ノ章～

Blade of the Immortal – Bakumatsu Arc

Supernatural Adventure Action Historical

大正処女御伽話―厭世家ノ食卓―

By 桐丘さな

Comedy Romance Slice of Life Historical

おいらんガール

Tsubaki, a spirited merchant’s daughter in Edo-era Japan, is sold to the Yoshiwara red-light district after a fire leaves her family in debt, vowing to become a top oiran to spite her first love, a servant who rejected her. There, she clashes with Takao, the number-one courtesan with a sharp tongue and hidden secrets, who takes a special interest in her, while the charming samurai Gin offers quiet support. As Tsubaki navigates the vibrant yet harsh world of courtesans and her tangled feelings, this lively tale blends romance, ambition, and historical drama, following a girl’s journey to rise above her circumstances and find her place in a world of beauty and intrigue.

Drama Fantasy Historical Romance Supernatural

織田家の長男に生まれました～戦国時代に転生したけど、死にたくないので改革を起こします～

だんだらごはん

Slice of Life Historical

ＡＺＵＭＩ－あずみ－

Azumi

Action Drama Historical

ベルサイユのばら

The Rose of Versailles

By 池田理代子

Label マーガレットコミックスDIGITAL

By カズアキ, 田井ノエル, 馬場彩玖, 馬場彩玖・カズアキ

Drama Romance Historical

セイギタイ～明治警察伝～

クロノ・モノクローム

風光る

大阪マダム、後宮妃になる！

Label やわらかスピリッツ女子部

Publisher 小学館

Comedy Historical Romance

大奥

Ôoku: The Inner Chambers

Drama Historical Romance Slice of Life

青のミブロ

The Blue Wolves of Mibu

In the turbulent streets of 1863 Kyoto, during the waning days of the shogunate, young orphan Nio dreams of a better world despite the chaos and bloodshed surrounding him. His life takes a dramatic turn when he crosses paths with Hijikata Toshizo and Okita Souji, members of the notorious Miburo—a group of ronin feared by many, yet destined to become the legendary Shinsengumi. Inspired by their resolve, Nio joins their ranks, determined to carve a path toward justice in a time of political upheaval and clashing ideals.

Drama Historical

新☆再生縁－明王朝宮廷物語－

シノビノ

信長を殺した男～本能寺の変 431年目の真実～

The Man Who Killed Nobunaga: The Truth of Honnouji Incident Found After 431 Years

By 明智憲三郎, 藤堂裕

Label ヤングチャンピオン・コミックス

Publisher 秋田書店

Drama Adventure Action Historical

あれよ星屑

Tokutarō Kawashima, a former Japanese sergeant haunted by his wartime past, runs a small eatery in Tokyo’s black market in 1946. He reunites with Kadomatsu Kuroda, a rough-edged private who served under him during the war. The two men navigate the gritty underbelly of post-war Tokyo, encountering black market traders and street workers. Kawashima grapples with personal guilt while trying to survive in a city scarred by defeat. Kuroda, impulsive and loyal, becomes entangled in the same underworld, often clashing with local gangs. Their shared history binds them as they face the challenges of a broken society.