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ブランチライン

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麦の惑星

Planet of the Wheat

Konta, a young baker, runs Hotaru Bakery, a remote mountain shop accessible by cable car, where he crafts natural yeast breads. He encounters Mamita, a stranded alien child searching for food after a spaceship crash, and impulsively invites him to stay as a “younger brother.” Mamita, resembling a fourth-grader but with mature intellect, adapts to life at the bakery, charming customers while bonding with Konta over baking. Their daily routine involves tending to the shop, perfecting recipes, and navigating the quirks of their makeshift sibling dynamic. The arrival of Tamaki, a curious visitor, and interactions with locals like Goro and the cat Mon-chan enrich their peaceful, flour-dusted days.

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かしましめし

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違国日記

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Cover for オハナホロホロ

オハナホロホロ

Ohana Horohoro

Maya, a translator, lives with her former partner Michiru, a single mother, and Michiru’s young son, Yuuta, in a shared apartment. Five years earlier, Michiru abruptly left their shared home, only to return later as a mother. Their neighbor Nico, an actor who frequently visits, shares a connection to Yuuta’s late father and becomes a regular presence in their lives. Together, the four form an unconventional household, navigating daily life with warmth and complexity. Their interactions weave a tapestry of emotional bonds, blending friendship, past romance, and familial care.

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ちぇみと三兄弟

Chemi and the Three Brothers

After losing her mother two years ago and forgoing high school to work odd jobs, Chemi has been living a solitary life in a cramped apartment, mourning the loss of her mother and her pet turtle, Koichiro-san. Her lonely days take a turn when Ken Mitateda, her mother's former stepson, arrives to take her in, knowing she's been living alone. Reluctantly, Chemi moves in with Ken and his two younger brothers, starting an unexpected new chapter of life under one roof. Living with the serious eldest brother, the troublemaking second brother, and the quirky youngest brother, Chemi navigates the chaos and warmth of this makeshift family.

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サプリ

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Cover for にれこスケッチ

にれこスケッチ

Nireko's Sketch

Nireko, a 28-year-old woman, works as an apprentice in an umbrella craftsman’s workshop while grappling with an unrequited love and uncertain job prospects. She is unexpectedly named the successor to her family’s brush-making business, prompting her to begin training as a brush artisan. Nireko’s two older sisters, part of the family business, play roles in her journey as she navigates her new responsibilities. Her mother and grandmother, experienced artisans, guide her in mastering the craft. Nireko faces challenges balancing her personal feelings and professional growth. Key events center on her efforts to develop new products and adapt to her evolving role in the family trade.

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Cover for 外面男子の清水くん

外面男子の清水くん

Shimizu Is Just a Tad Two-Faced

Miwa Koharu is a clumsy high school girl with a knack for bad timing, harboring a crush on the seemingly impeccable Shimizu Ren, the popular boy in class known for his kindness. However, a twist of fate reveals Shimizu's true, devious nature behind his facade. Despite his manipulative tendencies, Koharu finds herself drawn to the occasional glimpses of his genuine kindness. As they navigate high school life together, their relationship evolves into a playful dance of teasing and affection, mixing comedy with the sweet pangs of young love.

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Cover for こむぎびよりのコッペパン

こむぎびよりのコッペパン

On a rainy day in Kyoto, university freshman Ichigo Kaida, exhausted from part-time jobs, finds an abandoned schnauzer named Koppe Pan by the Kamogawa River. A note reveals Koppe Pan loves bread but refuses other food, leading to its abandonment by a previous owner. Ichigo, feeling a connection, takes the emaciated dog home and struggles to care for it as Koppe Pan rejects most meals. Their early interactions, marked by Ichigo’s earnest efforts and Koppe Pan’s stubbornness, begin to shift Ichigo’s lonely life.

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わたしはあなたの犬になる

Miki is a college student who falls for a distant young man soon after starting university. She keeps pursuing him even after he rejects her confession. After a night of drinking, she wakes up in his room in the body of a Shiba Inu. He is cold to her in human form but unexpectedly gentle when she is a dog. This odd change turns her crush into a chaotic romance comedy built on secret visits and mismatched sides of her life.

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& -アンド-

And

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Cover for アヤメくんののんびり肉食日誌

アヤメくんののんびり肉食日誌

The Diary About Ayame's Easygoing and Aggressive Days

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Cover for 女の園の星

女の園の星

The Star of Girls' Garden

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きちじつごよみ

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Cover for ひばりの朝

ひばりの朝

A middle school girl is singled out by the people around her in different cruel ways. Men treat her as an object, while girls see her as a rival. Harmful rumors spread through school and leave her increasingly isolated. One classmate tries to reach toward her even as the people around them carry their own frustrations. Her days unfold inside a tense portrait of adolescence, desire, and social cruelty.

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Cover for 吉祥寺少年歌劇

吉祥寺少年歌劇

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Cover for WHITE NOTE PAD

WHITE NOTE PAD

In a striking twist of fate, 17-year-old high school student Hana Odamaki and 38-year-old automotive engineer Shogo Kine find their lives inexplicably swapped. Two years after this bizarre body exchange, they encounter each other again by chance, each having adapted to their new existence in ways that reflect their original personalities—Hana, now in Shogo's body, has become a successful model, while Shogo, in Hana's body, has lost his job and is treated as amnesiac. This unexpected reunion forces them to confront not only their altered realities but also the profound changes in their identities. As they navigate the complexities of living as someone else, they explore themes of self, love, and the human condition.

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つんドル！～人生に詰んだ元アイドルの事情～

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Cover for うさぎドロップ

うさぎドロップ

Bunny Drop

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Cover for 三代目薬屋久兵衛

三代目薬屋久兵衛

Miku, a 25-year-old woman, returns to her hometown to train under her grandfather, who runs a traditional herbal medicine pharmacy, aiming to become its third-generation successor. She assists customers with their physical and emotional concerns, using herbal remedies and heartfelt conversations alongside her grandfather. At a class reunion, Miku reconnects with old friends but misses seeing her first love, Akito, sparking memories of past promises. On her way home, she encounters Kanae, a shy, plant-loving young man who intrigues her, stirring new feelings despite her lingering attachment to her past. Their interactions, set in a slightly mystical town, begin to shape Miku’s journey as she balances her duties and evolving emotions.

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