Best Boys Love

The Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation is a Chinese web novel by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu, serialized on the platform JJWXC beginning in 2015. It belongs to the danmei genre and is set in a xianxia-inspired world of cultivation sects, restless spirits, and arcane martial arts. The story centers on Wei Wuxi...

Semantic Error is a Korean BL series that centers on Chu Sang-woo, a computer science student who accidentally triggers a series of events that lead him to befriend and eventually fall for the stoic and popular Ja-young. The series cleverly blends humor and romance, showcasing the clash between thei...

Hikaru Kusakabe is a normal, carefree boy in a rock band who is always focused on the present. During the summer, his entire class is forced to participate in an upcoming chorus festival. By coincidence, he discovers his classmate Rihito Sajou—known for being an honor student with excellent grades—p...

Yoshikazu Miyano's troubles first start one hot summer day when Shuumei Sasaki steps into his life. Sasaki saves Miyano's classmate from a group of bullies, and after that, Miyano cannot seem to shake off his eccentric upperclassman. His silent admiration for Sasaki gradually sours into annoyance ea...

With university entrance exams and graduation drawing close, high school senior Shuumei Sasaki has to start taking his future more seriously. However, Sasaki is increasingly finding it hard to study; all he can think about is his boyfriend and junior, Yoshikazu Miyano. Having only recently made thei...

The band "given"—comprised of Ritsuka Uenoyama, Mafuyu Satou, Haruki Nakayama, and Akihiko Kaji—has advanced to the final screening of the Countdown-fes Amateur Contest, in which they will be judged on their live act. Although enthusiastic, they worry about having only one original song to perform....

Bad Buddy is a Thai BL series that follows the complicated relationship between Pran, a privileged young man, and Pat, a rebellious and free-spirited student. Initially rivals due to a misunderstanding, they find themselves drawn to each other despite their differences. The series is known for its w...

19 Days is a popular Chinese slice-of-life manhua created by the artist Old Xian, which began serialization in 2014. The narrative centers on the comedic and slow-burn romance between two teenage boys, the eccentric and affectionate Jian Yi and his stoic best friend Zhan Zheng Xi. Episodes primarily...

Since the night of "given's" first live performance, the relationship between Mafuyu Satou and Ritsuka Uenoyama has been smooth sailing. Their shared love of music reinforces their bond, and every moment spent together makes them more inseparable. Nevertheless, there will come times when they will s...

*The Scum Villain's Self-Saving System* is a Chinese *danmei* (boys' love) novel by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu that has been adapted into an illustrated manhua. The plot follows a modern reader who transmigrates into the body of Shen Qingqiu, the abusive villain of a fictional *xianxia* web novel. Tasked wit...

To the Sea is a 2024 Japanese animated movie expanding on the “Given” universe developed by Natsuki Kizu. It’s notable for its continued exploration of the relationships between Ritsuka and Shion, prominent characters within the boys-love genre. The film features original music and drama, appealing...

Hiiragi Kashima and Shizusumi "Shizu" Yagi's band "syh" is set to debut, but they run into trouble when their support guitarist leaves. Although Hiiragi often clashes with Ritsuka Uenoyama—the smug boyfriend of his childhood friend Mafuyu Satou—Hiiragi convinces him to perform as their temporary mem...

This heartwarming Japanese series follows Kiyoshi Adachi, a shy office worker who suddenly gains the ability to read people's minds upon turning thirty. He discovers that his popular and handsome colleague, Yuichi Kurosawa, is harboring a secret crush on him. 'Cherry Magic!' excels in its gentle hu...

"I've been holding a few words back for a long time — I like you!" "Beryl and Sapphire" is a popular manhua created by artist Ocarina. Here includes protagonists with the most random names in history — the mild-mannered Beryl (Green) and the easily-embarrassed Sapphire (Blue). At times the closest o...

First loves are messy. While settling in as a shoujo manga editor at the famous Marukawa Publishing House, Ritsu Onodera is quite troubled. Working under the stern and superb Masamune Takano is hard enough as it is. However, Masamune is not only Ritsu's first love from middle school but he also sudd...

After having to deal with jealousy from his co-workers for working under his father's name, prideful literary editor Ritsu Onodera is determined to establish himself in the industry. To accomplish this, he quits his job at his father's publishing company and transfers to Marukawa Publishing. But ins...

Shun Hashimoto is an openly gay aspiring novelist living in Okinawa who was abandoned by his parents after coming out to them. Mio Chibana is a reserved, orphaned high school student, often found spending his time by the sea. One day, the two meet on the beach, and Shun is instantly captivated by Mi...

Love by Chance is a Thai television drama series exploring a romantic relationship between two young men. The show’s initial broadcast generated substantial international interest and a follow-up season further developed its narrative. It's primarily intended for viewers interested in LGBTQ+ themes...

Given: 10th Mix is a short anime OVA exploring a mature romance between two boys. It presents an epilogue showcasing the characters’ lives and relationships years after the initial story. This work focuses on slice-of-life drama with elements of boy's love, appealing to viewers interested in charact...

Sekaiichi Hatsukoi is a Japanese anime series presented as an Original Video Animation (OVA). The story centers on high school boys navigating complex romantic relationships and social anxieties. Two episodes, “Ritsu & Takano” and “Hatori & Chiaki,” explore the awkwardness and misunderstandings inhe...

As Eishin Kuga—nicknamed "Mad Dog" for his unmistakable bloodlust—beats up his underlings, Yashiro watches and waits for his longtime friend to subdue him. Kanji Kageyama, an underground doctor, at last meets the young hothead whom Yashiro wants to recruit for his yakuza group. However, in light of...

Spiritpact: Bond of the Underworld is a supernatural anime series exploring the intertwined fates of Tanmoki and Rakugetsu. The narrative centers on uncovering Rakugetsu’s past through Tanmoki's memories revealing a lineage tied to the underworld. This story appeals primarily to fans of dark fantasy...

UuultraC is a 2020 boys' love visual novel developed by the Japanese indie studio ADELTA. Set in 1970s Japan, the narrative blends elements of tokusatsu transforming heroes and giant kaiju battles with grounded explorations of homosexuality, social alienation, and discrimination. Written and illustr...

Even at their colleagues' wedding, the sparkling members of Marukawa Publishing's Emerald Department stand out. Having been invited to assist in providing entertainment for the guests, Masamune Takano, Ritsu Onodera, Yoshiyuki Hatori, Shouta Kisa, Kanade Mino, as well as Takafumi Yokozawa enjoy the...

Sekai-ichi Hatsukoi: Yokozawa Takafumi no Baai is a 2014 Japanese boys' love anime film based on the light novel spin-off by Shungiku Nakamura and Miyako Fujisaki, focusing on the supporting character Yokozawa Takafumi from Sekai-ichi Hatsukoi. It depicts Yokozawa's romantic relationship with Zen Ki...

After living together for three years, Misaki Takahashi and Akihiko "Usagi" Usami's relationship has been progressing smoothly. However, all great relationships have problems, and theirs is just beginning. With a new rival on the horizon, Usagi worries about Misaki's feelings towards him. Meanwhile,...

After returning from a field trip, Yoshikazu Miyano—along with his friends—is ready to take over the Discipline Committee. But when a student loses their keychain, the now former chairman Masato Hanzawa uses this opportunity to create the First Lost Item Detective Squad in order to find the misplace...

Overworked office employee Seiichirou Kondou would be fine spending the rest of his days in the same exhausting routine, but an unexpected act of heroism causes him to be sucked into a parallel world. His abductors, residents of the magic-filled Romany Kingdom, promise him a life of comfort as an ap...

The diligent high school freshman Akira Kagiura and his senior Taiga Hirano have been roommates for half a year. Kagiura used to be anxious about his future dormitory life, but thanks to his energetic senior looking out for him, he has come to feel content and at ease. As he continues to rely on Hir...