From sexy misunderstandings to heart-racing first touches, these Kodansha Yaoi/BL manga titles are your next big obsession!
Whether you’re a longtime fujoshi/fudanshi or just dipping your toes into the world of beautiful boys and messy feelings, Kodansha delivers BL gold. And on Coolmic, these ten titles are setting hearts on fire.
We’ve ranked the top 10 most buzzworthy, emotionally delicious, and just-a-little-spicy BL manga from Kodansha! Let’s dive in from #10 to #1. Trust us, you’ll want to stick around till the very end.
💫 #10 – Twilight Out of Focus
By: Jyanome
When three rules are all that stand between you and falling for your gay roommate, things are bound to get complicated. Dorm life is quiet…until it isn’t. Film-lover Mao and aloof Hisashi are about to find out that real life is messier than the movies — and ten times more thrilling.

🐻 #9 – I Got Reincarnated in a (BL) World of Big (Man) Boobs
By: Tsukiji Nao
It’s BL meets brawn! Otaku Nagare’s last wish in life was to finally touch a pair of luscious boobs. The universe answered — just not the way he expected. Reincarnated into a world of handsome men and bulging pecs, will he dodge BL tropes or dive in chest-first?

🍶 #8 – His Extra-Large, Ever-So-Lovely…
By: Omoimi
Aoi just wanted a girlfriend, but what he got was a lot more exciting (and extra-large). After a sake-fueled night ends in an unexpected sleepover, this “Nihonshu Club” member finds himself drawn to a clubmate with a very special secret. Gentle laughs, big surprises.

🐶 #7 – Sugar Dog Life
By: Yoriko
Short, sweet, and sassier than it looks. A baby-faced college boy and a gruff police officer find themselves entangled in a heart-tugging, slow-burn romance with serious bark and bite. Trust us — this one sneaks up on you.

🦸 #6 – Hitorijime My Hero
By: Memeco Arii
A streetwise teen and a charismatic teacher form an unlikely bond in this emotional rollercoaster of a love story. If you like your romance with a side of emotional healing, this anime-adapted favorite will hit just right.

👨💼 #5 – The Dashing Zaddy and His Icy Protégé
By: Fumito
Hot older boss? Check. Ice-cold junior with a hidden crush? Double check. This spicy office romance balances comedy, vulnerability, and just enough tension to keep your heart thumping. Oh — and the zaddy’s got secrets.

🔫 #4 – Kei X Yaku: Bound By Law
By: Yoshie Kaoruhara
A cop and a yakuza walk into a mission…pretending to be lovers. (Spoiler: feelings get complicated real fast.) Packed with suspense, mystery, and slow-burn chemistry that could melt a glacier, this one’s a fan favorite for a reason.

🧠 #3 – No. 6
By: Atsuko Asano / Hinoki Kino
This dystopian masterpiece blends sci-fi, conspiracy, and tender boy-love into a hauntingly beautiful tale. Rat and Shion’s journey from strangers to something more is equal parts thrilling and soul-stirring. A must-read classic.

💻 #2 – Turns Out My Online Friend is My Real-Life Boss!
By: Nmura
From game chat to office awkwardness, this slow-burn romance turns the “ugh, my boss” trope on its head. You’ll cheer, cringe, and melt as Hashimoto realizes his online bestie might just be his real-life heartthrob.

🔥 #1 – How to Deal When Your Intimidating Neighbor is Actually an Omega
By: Nikuya Inui
Tattooed hottie next door? Alpha in trouble? Unforgettable scent in the air? This one’s got it all. Kota is your average Alpha student…until he gets a noseful of something that turns his world upside-down — and it’s coming from his ultra-scary, ultra-hot neighbor. Oh, and Kota’s a virgin. Good luck, sir.

💖 Which One’s Your Favorite?
There you have it — the 10 hottest, most adored BL titles from Kodansha on Coolmic right now. Whether you’re here for steamy tension, slow-burn affection, or unexpected twists, there’s a story waiting to steal your heart (and maybe leave your face a little flushed).
Stay spicy, stay sweet, and happy reading! 💕
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