Manga like Koukyuu mo Nidome nara: Shiro Butahi Sairaiden

Futsutsuka na Akujo de wa Gozaimasu ga: Suuguu Chouso Torikae Den

Also known as Though I Am an Inept Villainess: Tale of the Butterfly-Rat Body Swap in the Maiden Court.

Status: Releasing
Genres: Comedy , Drama , Fantasy , Romance

In a kingdom inspired by historical China, five clans put forth their maidens as imperial consorts–but only one will be crowned empress. The frail and beautiful Kou Reirin, the so-called “butterfly” of the imperial court, is a shoo-in to marry the crown prince. But when “court rat” Shu Keigetsu lashes out at her during the glittering Lantern Festival, it’s Reirin who wakes up in the dungeons! Body-swapped by her assailant to steal her position at court, Reirin’s plight seems dire…to everyone else! Now that she’s got a robust new body, not even the looming threat of execution can stop her!



Tags: Josei , Body Swapping , Historical , Female Protagonist , Foreign , Conspiracy , Revenge , Royal Affairs , Villainess , Magic , Love Triangle , Ancient China

Kusuriya no Hitorigoto

Also known as The Apothecary Diaries.

Status: Releasing
Genres: Drama , Mystery

Maomao, a young woman trained in the art of herbal medicine, is forced to work as a lowly servant in the inner palace. Though she yearns for life outside its perfumed halls, she isn’t long for a life of drudgery! Using her wits to break a “curse” afflicting the imperial heirs, Maomao attracts the attentions of the handsome eunuch Jinshi and is promoted to attendant food taster. But Jinshi has other plans for the erstwhile apothecary, and soon Maomao is back to brewing potions and…solving mysteries?!



Note: Won the Grand Prize in the Printed Manga category at the Tsugi ni Kuru Manga Award 2019.

Tags: Female Protagonist , Medicine , Detective , Historical , Ancient China , Foreign , Primarily Female Cast , Seinen , Royal Affairs , Drugs , Tragedy , Work , Politics , Crime , Episodic , Maids , Adoption , Asexual , Heterosexual , Conspiracy , Ojou-sama , Chibi , Suicide , War , Religion , Desert , Aromantic

Gekkakoku Kiiden

Also known as The Eccentric Doctor of the Moon Flower Kingdom.

Status: Releasing
Genres: Drama , Romance

A beautifully illustrated shoujo manga tale of medicine, royal intrigue, and romance in a setting inspired by historical China!

Whether it be for illness or injury, the preferred healing method in Moon Flower Kingdom has always been the country’s special medicinal baths. However, after his party is attacked by a mysterious figure during a regional inspection, Prince Keiun witnesses a never-before-seen lifesaving medical technique. Even more shocking still, the one who performed this feat is a young girl named Koyo! And while luck may have been on their side this time, questions remain. Just who is this girl, and who is after the prince’s life? Shadowy conspiracies, mysterious religions, and deep-rooted beliefs all collide in this beautifully drawn manga series!



Tags: Shoujo , Female Protagonist , Kingdom Management , Conspiracy , Politics , Assassins , Educational , Work , Medicine , Historical , Royal Affairs , Prison , Travel , Swordplay , Ancient China , Foreign , Religion , Crossdressing , Crime , Tragedy

Sakikaeri-hime no Homura Uta: Suterareta Hana wa Fukushuu ni Mau

Status: Releasing
Genres: Drama , Fantasy

A princess scorned by her surroundings. The only solace is time spent with her childhood friend, but she's forced into a political marriage.

Tags: Shoujo , Historical , Foreign , Arranged Marriage