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Shaoran (Xiaolian) is an orphaned girl who lives alone in the mountains at the very nook of an impoverished village. One day, an envoy from the palace arrives and scouts her to to be a lady-in-waiting for the imperial harem. This was how a wild girl raised on the mountains was able to live in a luxurious palace working as a lady-in-waiting, however... On her first day (due to various reasons), Shaoran had suddenly become a criminal after slapping one of the consorts. Though execution appeared certain, she was specially pardoned and demoted from a lady-in-waiting to a maidservant in charge of odd jobs. She is ridiculed by the other consorts as the, "Princess of Odd Jobs," however, this is where her rapid advance begins. She implements reforms to the worn-down palace and optimizes her chores through the knowledge she learned from her life of living in poverty, earning the gaze of the other ladies-in-waiting and the imperial consorts alike. Continuing these course of events, Shaoran's name spreads through the imperial palace, reaching even the emperor's ears... (Source: Shousetsuka ni Narou, translated)

1) The Sound of a Lonely Bell Father Michael liked his best friend and was tormented by it. Viscount Hagen Ostendorf found out and took the opportunity to confess to Father Michael. Father Michael was shocked. Under Viscount’s courtship, would Father Michael accept him? 2) The Flower of Captivity As the powerless son of a rich family, Eugene is used to being manipulated for the good of the family name. But when he's captured by pirate Abram Roberts, his helplessness takes on a whole new dimension as the plaything of a ruthless buccaneer! 3) The Prince and I Hired as a Japanese tutor to Prince Syd Musafaru Baan, Mishima Kenichirou is shocked when the prince immediately asks him to be his lover! Can Mishima educate his troublesome student to the intricacies of the Japanese language and defend himself from the prince's devilishly charming sexual harassment? 4) Bubbly Night First Lieutenant Hirose has a reputation for purity, but his love for his seriously ill sister makes him thrown away his pride and be embraced by another man for money to support her medical care. Even though their relationship is monetary, Hirose can't help but notice how gently Harada holds him... 5) A Pure-Hearted Abortive Flower When Yakuza Akira is given a incredibly dangerous mission he's not expected to survive, his "aniki" Kuga offers to treat him to something special to keep his spirits up. But Kuga doesn't expect Akira to say "I want you..."! 6) The Place That You Desire After the war Masahito Takatou's family has lost the wealth and privilege that have insulated them for decades. But he has all he cares about, former servant and returned soldier Saeki Souji. Rescued as a child by the Takatou family, Souji's gratitude towards Masahito knows no bounds. Accepting that obligation has become painful for Masahito, who wants so much more from Souji than his "duty"... (Source: B-U)

The Gods have fallen to the surface after destroying the heavens and live among people in this fantasy.

It is the Heian era (794-1185); Kamo Yorimichi is a young onmyouji, the son of a famous onmyouji leader of the imperial court. As a boy, he had been hailed for his incredible talent - but a certain incident during childhood stripped him of all his memories and the ability to 'see'. Koretaka Shinnou, once the crown prince renowned for his brilliant mind and steadfast personality, is now in exile - supposedly as punishment for murder. Upon their first meeting, Yorimichi's powers are instantly re-awakened. Intrigued by what he believes to be Koretaka's amazing abilities, Yorimichi decides to swear allegiance to the prince. (Source: Manga Updates)

Winter 1989, Alaska. Blanca has escaped from a secret training camp in the Soviet bloc, counting only on his instinct to pass the Bering Strait and reach Alaska, the land of wolves. Hounded by the secret services, the genetically altered dog is driven by call of nature and of his land to continue the endless journey, embodying an ancient Inuit legend because of his extraordinary fighting skills, speed and endurance. But in his journey he comes across very dangerous enemies. (Source: MU)

1. Executioner 2. Interrogation Room 3. The Wolves's Feast 4-5. Greedy Devourer 6. Chateau Rouge 7. Portrait of a Mirrage 8. End of an Endless Journey 9. Invaders 10. Memento Mori: Black Penance 11. Inside the Bird Cage 12. Captivity of a Holy Woman

A prostitute's service in the red light district is coming to an end. Will she be able to return to a regular life? (Source: Osuwari Team)

In the Yuukoku no Moriarty series: 1. "Hiiro" no Kenkyuu 2. Kinjirareta Asobi 3. Niji wo Miru Shoujo

New installment of Versailles no Bara after 40 years since serialization ended, includes new episodes centered around André, Gerodelle, Fersen, Alain and many more. Each episode tells about events that happened afterward the main story and their unknown pasts that weren't disclosed before.

One of Go Nagai's first works, this violent period piece takes place in the 1500s and stars a talented low ranking ninja named Shishimaru. In it, Shishimaru fights against Ginnai Doma (an immortal samurai who, despite being butchered multiple times, doesn't die) because Ginnai murdered his comrades. Despite being set in historical times, it has machine guns/lasers/robots/atomic reactors with no real explaination. (Source: MU)

There are five kings carrying the blood of a god who govern a land called Chevron. Seiji, who has no relatives except his young sister who carries a godly power of reading the stars, agrees to devote himself to the arrogant and ruthless Blue King, Azure. However, by chance he meets the gentle and caring Red King, Gules. He is healed by his gentleness and slowly falls in love with him. But the Blue King does not forgive the thoughts of Seiji, who is still his property. As if to ridicule him, Azure starts toying with his emotions. (Source: Frontier Works, translated)

A boy meets his country's former hero, who is now a rebel.

Little stories about a boy named Ken and his daily life in 1976 with his stay-at-home mother, working father, cat Momo... and sometimes a duck. (Source: Lovely Strange Dark)

Popular for Junjou Romantica, Shungiku's earlier works were more samurai romance/yaoi of this sort. Here we have a basic spoiled brat and his bodyguard developing feelings for one another. (Source: MU)

In Heian era, the world is full of mysterious things. The heroine, Itsuki, has a special power to purify the souls of evil spirits and send them to the afterlife. For that, she must liaise with the ghosts and purify them with a kiss. However, Katsuragi-sama, who is both her mentor and foster father, tells her, "Do not exchange a kiss with living beings." One day, a letter from a childhood friend who trains faraway arrives. Death isn't the end, romantic Heian stories depicting immortal feelings! (Source: Kadokawa, translated)

A collection of five short stories, connected by the theme of the sea.

"It'd be nice if the last thing I were to see was a happy dream..." In feudal Japan, Youjun has the gift of foreseeing dreams, but for this reason he is going to be sent to Isurugi as a prisoner. And is it for this reason also that he asks for his close friend and bodyguard, Touichirou, to stay behind?

Sasuke Sarutobi is the commander of the Sanada army's elite force, Hayabusa. While Sasuke serves Yukimura with respect and love, within his squad he is known to be very strict and have an extreme sadist personality. As Sasuke twists their arms to make them stand up to it, Hayabusa members strive day after day to uphold their duty... (Source: Shoujo-Sense)

The jewelry store "Rohstein" has an unusual way of "maids selling jewelry." The store, located off the main street, is frequented by gentlemen, aristocrats, actresses, poor students, and all sorts of people who have heard the rumors. When they come across a sparkling jewel, their lives begin to shine brightly. A tale spun between gems and the people who desire them—a series of jewel-like short stories, delicately illustrated. (Source: Kadokawa, translated)

A long time ago there was a princess who was not afraid of the silver demon. Now after several years she has been reincarnated. This a cute oneshot, quite fairy-talish if you like stories like that. (from B-U)

Sold to the Gwak household as a young boy, Dol-swae grows from being a shy boy to a handsome, sturdy man. He's not the only one who grew up to be attractive, though. Lady So-hee, who he serves, and Yeo-reum, a fellow servant in the Gwak household, are now gorgeous women. The playful relationships they had together as children are now full of heated tension as they orbit each other. Something much steamier than love is in the air... (Source: Lezhin Entertainment)

Proud to be a Samurai, even though I'm destitute Harata Hiroshi chronologies 1970 - 1971