Otomen
Otomen by Aya Kanno is an illustrated manga published by VIZ Media LLC on January 7, 2014. This 192-page volume presents the story of Asuka Masamune, a young man who enjoys traditionally feminine hobbies such as sewing, knitting, and reading shojo comics. Set against societal expectations of masculinity, Asuka struggles to conceal his interests while navigating his feelings for Ryo Miyakozuka, a girl he is drawn to.
Readers will find a blend of romance and humor as Asuka grapples with his identity and the pressures from his mother, who seeks to steer him away from his “otomen” ways. The narrative explores themes of self-acceptance and the conflict between personal passions and societal norms. This edition is suitable for teen audiences and reads from right to left, following the traditional Japanese manga format.
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This New York Times Manga Bestseller series features handsome, manly men who have cute, girly hobbies!
Asuka Masamune is a guy who loves girly things–sewing, knitting, making cute stuffed animals and reading shojo comics. But in a world where boys are expected to act manly, Asuka must hide his beloved hobbies and play the part of a masculine jock instead. Can Asuka ever show his true self to anyone, much less to Ryo Miyakozuka, the girl that he’s falling for?
In her quest to get Asuka to turn away from his otomen ways, Asuka’s mom, Kiyomi, cancels his favorite shojo manga, Love Chick! What’s worse, she plans to break up Asuka and Ryo! Will Asuka succumb to his mother’s anti-otomen schemes?!
Reads R to L (Japanese Style) for teen audiences.
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