The time is 972 A.D. in Kyoto, the capital of ancient Japan. Kyoto is becoming a corrupt and run-down city; selfish samurai and onmyoji, who care only about gaining political power are everywhere. To make matters worse the city is suffering from famine and widespread disease. Unable to ignore the condition of the city any longer, the Imperial Court decides to send Minamoto no Raiko, a famous samurai well-known for his archery skills, to recover a legendary gem, the Magatama, said to hold mysterious power to save the world. However Raiko also falls ill to disease. Instead his youngest sister, Hikaru, decides secretely to make the journey in his place. Hikaru meets many people, and has many adventures while on her trip for the legendary gem.
Serves as a prequel to the anime.
-- Tokyopop
Anye Fei Ying Xin Zhi Shang ; 暗夜绯影·心之殇 ; The Evening Red Shadow: Heart's Wound
Action, Fantasy, Historical, Shoujo
35
1
5
October 28, 2023
Border wars ravaged the water nation. In order to calm the war, the royal family was forced to send the king’s daughter amidst the fighting, but the storm continued… Meanwhile, there existed a struggle within the royalty, where fate hangs in the balance! The wheel of fate spins quietly….
Drama, Historical, Mature, Seinen, Slice of Life, Tragedy
11
1
0
October 28, 2023
It's about young people in postwar Hiroshima getting involved in the black market for weapons. The main character is an A-bomb survivor whose hatred drives him to kill an American black marketeer. He asks the Americans, "Who are you to talk about justice when you massacred hundreds of thousands of innocent people in Hiroshima, in Nagasaki, in the firebombing of Tokyo? Was that what you call justice?"
Petite et accipietis pulsate et aperietur vobis ; The Reason Criminals on the Other Side Fight
Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Historical
9
1
5
October 28, 2023
From AQUA Scans:
A group of scattered people who?ve lived sin-filled lives head off to battle once again after their deaths; each one harboring their own reason to fight? When the fighting is finished and their sins have been atoned for, their souls will be returned to them. Kanata no Togabito ga Tatakau Riyuu is an epic fantasy from a long anticipated new author, and the story of those who fight on and are burdened by the sins from their past.
Shiinoki Hanao didn’t know her life could change just overnight. Once just a normal girl, Hanao’s life takes a sharp turn when she is sold to the red light district of Shinjuku along with her twin brother Chigaya due to their parents’ debt. Hanao is forced to work at the historically themed brothel “Kaguraya” and act as an “oiran,” a high-class Japanese prostitute that existed back in the Edo Period. Then there is Takajo Shu, the young and handsome keeper of Kaguraya who is in charge of Hanao’s training as an oiran. Takajo confuses Hanao, because he’s supposed to be one of the bad guys selling girls’ bodies for a living and yet… he’s always there for her when she needs someone. Hanao longs to escape from this prison of a place, but somehow she’s started to long for something, or rather, someone else as well…
Sute Akuyaku Reijou wa Kaibutsu ni Otogibanashi wo Kataru Even Monsters Like Fairytales 捨て悪役令嬢は怪物にお伽噺を語る 被丢弃的恶役千金给怪物讲故事
Drama, Fantasy, Historical, Romance, Shoujo
336
11
159
October 17, 2025
Sylph Biebel, the duke's daughter, has just suffered a sinister plot by a friend resulting in her engagement to the prince being called off and her own banishment! But she's not just sent anywhere—she gets exiled to a kingdom where an infamous monster resides. Will her quick wit win this king's favor as she begins a new life as a librarian in a mysterious land?
ベルモンド Le VisiteuR ; ベルモンド Ｌｅ ＶｉｓｉｔｅｕＲ ; Belmonde ; Belmondo le VisiteuR
Action, Comedy, Historical, Shounen, Supernatural
16
1
1
October 28, 2023
The story takes places in 17th century, France. Belmonde, a son of a noble father and a deceased witch mother, was born and raised in a cloister's basement. He is the master of an underground prison and has the rights to use any means to bring out confessions from his prisoners, namely by using "torture". With his eye, he is able to see through them... That is, if they do not comply to his questions.
Summary based on the beginning chapters of this manga.
It was an era of terror, a time in history where 10 suns shone as the world below burned under its mantle. As a result, Yae, a legendary warrior, was summoned and commanded by Chunjae, the father of these 10 suns, to shoots down all but one sun. But of course, the suns’ mother, Hwaehwa, did not take this news well and, in vengeance, swore to revive her dead sons. After a long time, Hwaehwa returns and challenges Chunjae to a game of Baduk. She brings Hanbal with her, who was once Chunjae’s follower and releases a thousand demons down to earth, proclaiming that they are a symbol of her Baduk stones. Now, in order for Chunjae to gather his stones, he searches for Dong Bangsak and provides one of Yae’s followers, Hangah Dong Gun (東君) to watch over him as he embarks on his journey to seal these demons...!
Fake Was Thrown Away / 가짜는 버려졌다 / In Holy Acrimony ; The Fake Has Been Discarded
Fantasy, Historical, Romance
1.1K
103
712
June 1, 2025
"[Even if they call me a fake saint, it doesn't matter. I've gained the power to seek revenge with trustworthy comrades.] For a long time, I lived as an empire's hero's cure. I participated in countless demon subjugations, shedding blood without end. Then, one day, A woman appeared, claiming to be the real saint. "How could she deceive everyone for so long?" "I can't believe it. Doesn't she feel any shame?" And then, as if waiting for it, they all turned their backs on me, Pointing their fingers at me as a 'fake.' "I'm not doing it." "...What?" "I said I'm not going to be a saint." "...." So, in my anger and recklessness, I beat them all to a pulp. When I dropped the mace I was holding on the ground, The solid marble floor instantly shattered. "That's why I told you, the ones who are doing well should stick together."
Leah wrote a will before her wedding, writing that she will die on the first night. It was a miserable end for a princess who devoted her entire life to her country and the royal family. Before throwing her life away, Leah plans one final revenge against the royal family. By becoming an impure new bride. “Why did you throw away your first experience? Don’t you want to run away?” “I... I want to die.” It was something I said impulsively because I was with someone for one night. I thought it was meant to end after that one night. Until we met again in an unexpected place. He eroded the orderly routine of daily life. Even though she knew it was a dangerous relationship, Leah couldn't reject him. What on earth is that man thinking? "Don't you remember?" The man said, smiling wickedly. “I told you I would ruin your life."
Junkoku no Alpha; 殉国のアルファ～オメガ・ド・ベルサイユ～; Junkoku no Alpha: Omega de Versailles; Junkoku no Arufa - Omega do Berusaiyu / Le Martyr patriotique de l'alpha
Drama, Fantasy, Harem, Historical, Mystery, Romance, Shoujo, Shounen Ai
97
5
37
December 24, 2024
The French Revolution, which started with the king, sent many citizens to the guillotine, "exporting" the momentum of democratization to countries around the world - marking a turning point in history.
But underneath the surface, there was another world that none were aware of...
18th century France - this was a time where the world's royalty, nobility, and commoners were separated into a 3-tier system, α (alpha), β (beta), and Ω (omega).
King Louis XVI was known as the "dim-witted α." Queen Marie Antoinette, who married in from a neighboring country in a political marriage, was ridiculed as the "lustful Ω."
Then there was a certain girl who held a grudge against the royal family...
Seeking, hating, deceiving... A swirling conspiracy emerged, catching everyone in a revolutionary storm!
At the brothel district, where money is exchanged for relationships between males and females is where Ryuren, an esteemed imperial soldier, famous for his beauty meets Mingmei, a girl in training at the Colourful Jewel Brothel. His is heart drawn to her for her hatred of men and her “avenger's eyes”, and he offers to pay to get her out of bondage. This feeling that is more sure than love and won't fade away, turn it only towards me. A girl from an impoverished village × top soldier. A twisted and intense pure love romance!
Tensei Seijo, Maou Aku ni Nomi Hatsujou su ~ Kouryaku Taishou ni wa Zettai ni Tokimeke nai Isekai de / 転生聖女、魔王アークにのみ発情ス～攻略対象には絶対にときめけない異世界で / Tensei Seijo Mao Aku Ni Nomi Hatsujosu Koryaku Taisho Ni Tokimekenai Isekaide / The Reincarnated Saint Falls for the Demon Lord / 성녀로 전생했지만 마왕에게만 흥분합니다
Fantasy, Historical, Mature, Romance
220
1
509
February 18, 2024
"I, the Demon King, will take your body, Saint…" I slowly get wetter and wetter as I lust after the villain more and more intensely… I thought I had no libido, but the ecstasy just won't stop…!
After dying in an accident, an ordinary woman wakes up next to her favorite fictional character, the handsome Duke Roan von Bannester. Not only that, but she's now Delisse, his villainous wife! In the novel, they divorce due to Delisse's abuse, but the new Delisse is set on changing this. To try and thaw Roan's infamously icy heart, she showers him with fangirlish affection. But while living together may be her dream come true, can Delisse successfully transition from fangirl to loving wife?
ふしぎの国のバード (Japanese); 博兒的東瀛紀行 (Chinese); Bird in Wonderland; Isabella Bird in Wonderland (English); Isabella Bird, Femme Exploratrice (French)
Adventure, Historical, Seinen, Slice of Life
63
1
17
June 27, 2025
Scottish adventuress Isabella Bird journeys to Japan in 1878 and becomes the first Westerner to travel to many remote locations, heading northward towards Hokkaido to study the aboriginal Ainu people.
A true story based on the book "Unbeaten Tracks in Japan".
Deep in the palace, lives a girl named Yu Pan. Forbidden by her mother to go even to the outside, Yu Pan entertains herself by learning as many things as possible to be fit to be one of the Prince's mistress. Because of her eagerness and talent, the emperor invites Yu Pan to study with the Prince. Can she love someone whom she's never even met...?
-- Manga Updates
もっと☆心に星の輝きを ; More Starlight to Your Heart ; Mas Maraming Liwanag ng Bituwin sa iyong Puso
Comedy, Historical, Romance, Shoujo
13
1
3
October 24, 2023
From ADV:
Akane is a charming young girl with two separate identities. Growing up as a princess in the Dainagon family, she befriends Aogi, who, as he matures, takes a position with the Inner Guards at the Imperial Palace, thus becoming unavailable to the outside world. When the long-lasting separation from her childhood chum becomes unbearable, Akane must assume a second persona, that of a servant of the Imperial Palace. But entering the gates of the castle doesn't get her any closer to Aogi, and soon, these star-crossed lovers are breaking all the rules for that sweet reunion they both crave.
蝴蝶爱看书 ; Butterfly Loves to Read ; Dragon Teases Phoenix Miraculous Love Fate ; Mọt sách đáng yêu
Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Historical, Romance, School Life, Shoujo
13
1
5
October 24, 2023
From Aerandria Scans:
In the ‘Dream Bookshop’ that specializes in antique books, there is a mysterious and beautiful shop mistress. If she recommends you a book, please do not reject her, because it is a love story that belongs solely to you—
The female protagonist, Xiao Deah*, received a wordless book. This book caused a misunderstanding and now Deah is the pretend girlfriend of school idol and soccer captain, Hu Ke Jun?! Will Deah and Hu Ke Jun become a true couple?
This book also contains the new series ‘Dragon Teases Phoenix Miraculous Love Fate’ which is a hilarious historical romance story not to be missed by shoujo fans!
*Xiao=Little, Deah=Butterfly
Her Shim Cheong / Her Shim-Cheong / Her ShimCheong / 她的沈清 / 她的沈清：丞相夫人與她的秘戀 / 彼女の沈清 / 桃花洞の沈清 / 그녀의 심청 / Ihre Geschichte von Shim Chong
Drama, Fantasy, Historical, Romance, Shoujo Ai
346
7
126
March 5, 2024
Two women destined to suffer in a man’s world. One, a beggar caring for her blind father. The other, a wife to be sold off to the chancellor. Both wish for a quick and painless death to ease their suffering, but a chance encounter may just provide another option. As romantic feelings for each other swell, the two begin to rebel against the customs that conspire against them.
King's Beast ; Ou no Kemono (Official) / The King's Beast / King's Beast / Ou no Kemono -Enpei no Arcanum- / Ou no Kemono -Enpei no Arukana- / 王の獣 / 王の獣～掩蔽のアルカナ～ / 王之从兽 ; King’s Beast
Drama, Fantasy, Historical, Mystery, Romance
291
1
72
April 29, 2025
A smoldering tale of romance and revenge set in the world of the New York Times best seller Dawn of the Arcana!
Ajin boys who show signs of special abilities are conscripted to serve in the imperial palace as beast-servants—status symbols and shields for their royal masters, to be kept or discarded on a whim. When they were children, Rangetsu’s twin brother Sogetsu was ripped from her arms and sent to the palace to attend Prince Tenyou as a beast-servant, where he quickly fell victim to bloody dynastic intrigues. Now in a world that promises only bitterness, Rangetsu’s one hope at avenging her brother is to disguise herself as a man and find a way into the palace!
Prince Tenyou is not what Rangetsu expected, and the political currents in the palace run deep and strange. Does Rangetsu have any chance of finding justice for her brother, or will she become just another Ajin casualty in the game of kings?
フェアトラーク寓話 ; フェアトラーク寓話 コルマ城の執事 ; フェアトラーク寓話 コルマ城の執事 ; Vartrag Tale - Korumajou no Shitsuji ; Vertrag Guuwa ; Vertrag Tale
Drama, Fantasy, Historical, Shoujo, Supernatural
17
1
2
October 24, 2023
The series contains 2 volumes;
1) Vartrag Tale
Ralph can see angels and demons. When he was five years old he came across the winged demon Valafar and was completely charmed by him. He made a pact with the demon in order to make his wish, to live with Valafar, come true. Seven years must pass, and there are two conditions that must be met for the pact to be fulfilled. Can the older Ralph discard his ties to humanity and fulfill the pact...?
2) Vartrag Tale - Korumajou no Shitsuji
From Baka-Updates
Ichiyo and Akehiko (both 15 years old) have been brought up in an amicable environment at a prosperous restaurant in Japan. They live a safe, happy life, but, as was the norm in Edo, they train at the local dojo with determination to become strong. The times are turbulent, and violence brims in the streets of nineteenth century Japan. Under such conditions the boys will have to learn what it means to wield a sword, take someone’s life, and understand the precarious life of living by the sword.
A metaphorical depiction of Japan's apprehension concerning the advance of western culture in the country during the period preceding the Meiji Era.
Historical figures and psychedelic experiences are on the menu.
A story of a young man who lacks a sense of reality after being dumped by his lover. He was visiting a seminar on cultural anthropology with his fellow classmates when he discoveres an ancient wall painting, which transports him to the past where mammoths dominated the world.Action
Paris, late 19th century. Vanitas is a human who works as a doctor for vampires and wishes to save them. He uses a magical book called The Vanitas Grimoire to dispel an evil curse that corrupts vampires and turns them into blood-sucking monsters.
But...this very same book is rumoured to be the cursed tome that gives birth to vampires on nights when the blue moon is full. Noe is a vampire on the hunt for The Grimoire.
Who, really, is Dr Vanitas? What are the secrets that he holds, and what fate do those secrets spell for the vampire species?
In the Victorian ages of London The Earl of the Phantomhive house, Ciel Phantomhive, needs to get his revenge on those who had humiliated him and destroyed what he loved. Not being able to do it alone he sells his soul to a demon he names Sebastian Michaelis. Now working as his butler, Sebastian must help the Earl Phantomhive in this suspenseful, exciting, thriller manga. Overcoming many obstacles like Jack the Ripper and Noah's Ark Circus in the name of the Queen, Ciel and Sebastian truly make the best characters in this amazing story!
The Grand Duke's Fox Princess / 대공가의 여우 황녀님; The Duke and the Fox Princess; 大公家のキツネ皇女さま
Drama, Fantasy, Historical, Romance, Shoujo
2.3K
20
2.2K
September 22, 2025
Nobility, dazzling appearance, and talent unparalleled. She had met all the conditions for the life of a princess. She could not be humbled as she walked the royal path. I'm being selfish? So what? She lived her life without caring about what others had thought of her. “Look at this white fur. It's like a snowball. It's fluffy.” Have you no shame?! You dare touch me?! No matter how much she yelled, her maids stood dazed. Princess Eristella, an archmage of unprecented abilities, was cursed and turned into a small fox. It wasn't so bad for the princess to be showered with affection by her dukedom. The same people who used to grit their teeth. "Eristella"
Joeseon Dynasty, a dynasty most known for its prosperous yet dangerous times... However, some of the history is not written in books... What happened to the life of a little girl living in the Joeseon Dynasty?
The 13th year of the Tenshou Era (1573.7.28 - 1592.12.8), young "One-Eyed Dragon" Date Masamune is the head of the powerful Date family. Masamune is very vain, self-centered, and reckless, and has started attacking and conquering all of the regions around his lands. The purpose of his campaign appears to be the acquisition of the treasures these nations possess. Katakura Kojuro, his trusted retainer and friend, does his best to keep Masamune from getting himself killed by his rash and dangerous plans.
From Midnight Scans:
Chacha, a girl who rushes through life during the Warring States era, is a daughter of a military commander. Even though the men who rule over the country decide her fate, she will never lose her pride, no matter the situation. When her beloved family is taken away from her, and her feelings for her loved-one is trampled, she starts her battle in order to fulfill her only wish!
From Ivyscan:
The story of Mitsuko who was born with a 'star' on her palm. It's believed that those who are born with this mark will live to fly high, holding the stars within their grip. However she is just the third daughter of the Aoyama family who own an antique store. Her life will change forever after meeting Heinrich, an austrian count visiting Japan.
風よ、万里を翔けよ―花木蘭物語 ; Kazeyo Banri wo Kakeyo ; O Wind, Fly O'er a Thousand Leagues
Adventure, Drama, Historical, Shoujo
15
1
1
October 21, 2023
(from Baka-updates): This manga is about a girl named Mulan, who donned armor in her aged father's place and came to serve in the Sui Dynasty's expedition to Gao Ju Li (Korea). However, due to a revolt caused by Imperial corruption, there came an event which would greatly change the course of her fate!!
ã°ãã¾ã¤ã‚Œã‚“ã‹ãƒ»ã‹ã‚Šã‚…ã†ã‘ã‚“ã—ã§ã‚“ ; 幕末æ‹è¯ãƒ»èŠ±æŸ³å‰£å£«ä¼ ; Bakumatsu Renka Karyuukenshiden
Action, Harem, Historical, Romance, Shoujo
10
1
5
October 21, 2023
Bakumatsu Renka Karyuu Kenshiden takes place in the first year of Tokugawa when the Shogunate and the emperor's supporters fight for supremacy. Shizuki Rin is a girl growing up in a Dojo who lost her memory of the past. Secretly the dojo deals with information. Including the violent Shinsengumi, some bishies and children who aim to get stronger.
