Manga like Mikazuki March

Hibike! Euphonium: Kitauji Koukou Suisougakubu e Youkoso

Status: Finished
Genres: Music , Slice of Life

The Kitauji high school wind instrument club had at one time participated in national tournaments and was a champion school, but after the club's adviser changed, they have not been able to even participate in the qualifying tournament. Under the strict leadership of Taki, a substitute for Ms. Rikako, they steadily build up their strength. As they fight over who plays solos, some students give priority to studying and quit club activities. Finally, the long wished-for day of the contest arrives.

Tags: Band , School , School Club , Classical Music , Shounen

BLUE GIANT

Also known as Blue Giant.

Status: Finished
Genres: Drama , Music , Slice of Life

Dai lived a normal high school life in Sendai: a city of hot summer days and rainy nights. Between basketball, part time jobs, and an uncertain future, something was missing. And that thing was music. With his days in senior year running out, Dai swears a heartfelt vow: “I’m gonna be the best jazz player in the world.”

But what do you need to be the best? Talent? Effort? A lucky break? Or maybe just a deep, pure love for music, and too much stubbornness to know when to quit.



Note: Nominated for the 22nd Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize.

Tags: Seinen , Jazz Music , Band , Male Protagonist , Coming of Age , Bar , Tragedy , Ensemble Cast , Primarily Adult Cast , Primarily Male Cast

Ikoku Nikki

Status: Finished
Genres: Drama , Slice of Life

The manga centers on 35-year-old novelist Makio Koudai and her 15-year-old niece Asa, who live together under one roof. Makio took Asa in on a sudden impulse after Asa's parents, which included Makio's older sister, passed away. The next day, Makio returns to her senses and remembers that she does not do well in the company of other people. So begins their daily life, as Makio attempts to acclimate to a roommate, while Asa attempts to get used to an adult that never acts like one.



Note: Includes 3 extra chapters.

Tags: Adoption , Family Life , Female Protagonist , Josei , Coming of Age , Writing , Estranged Family , Primarily Female Cast , Parenthood , LGBTQ+ Themes , Yuri , Food , Primarily Adult Cast

Yell Girl!

Status: Releasing
Genres: Slice of Life

Yuyu, a first-year high school student, is completely mesmerized by the ouendan cheer squad and decides to join. She finds herself in the same group as her classmate, but for some reason, he’s always so moody!?

Tags: Shoujo , Female Protagonist , Cheerleading , School , School Club , Primarily Teen Cast

K-On!

Also known as K-On!.

Status: Finished
Genres: Comedy , Music , Slice of Life

When their high school's pop-music club is about to be disbanded due to lack of interest, four girls step up to fill the membership quota. Unfortunately, lead guitarist Yui Hirasawa has never played an instrument in her life. Ever. And although she likes the idea of being in a band, standing in front of the mirror posing with her guitar is a lot easier than actually playing it. It's gonna be a while before this motley crew is rocking out, but with their spunk and determination cranked to 11, anything is possible!



Note: Includes five extra chapters.

Tags: Cute Girls Doing Cute Things , School Club , 4-koma , Primarily Female Cast , School , Primarily Teen Cast , Band , Rock Music , Food , Female Protagonist , Tsundere , Chibi , Seinen , Tomboy , Slapstick , Tanned Skin

Shiokaze to Ryuu no Sumika

Status: Releasing
Genres: Fantasy , Romance

The story takes place in Kagosaki, a town inhabited by "dragon people" with dragon-like features and abilities. Mizuka, a young girl who lost her father, was taken there by her uncle, where she meets Tenshin, a dragon boy who lives in her uncle's house. Mizuka tries to get to know him as they start living together, but Tenshin maintains an unfriendly attitude...



Tags: Urban Fantasy , Shoujo , Dragons , Monster Boy , Female Protagonist , Heterosexual , Coastal , Adoption