If you’re as much of a romance manga fan as me, I think you’ll love this video!💖 I include both Shōjo & Shōnen romance recommendations, all are amongst my favourite romance mangas I’ve ever read. It was really difficult to place 2nd and 1st place… I’m stilling going back and forth with my decision!
This video includes spoilers of my explanation and manga panels! So if you haven’t read one of these mangas and you wish for the kiss to remain a suprise use the timestamps at the bottom of the video to skip to the next ranking.
Comment below if you have a memorable kiss from a romance manga you love!💋 Do you agree with my picks?!?
I hope you enjoy 😊
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Romance mangas mentioned in the video in no particular order (to not ruin the ranking lol).
✧ Two people romantic - Futarijime Romantic ✧
Genre: Shōjo, Comedy, Romance, School Life, Slice of Life.
Status: Released 2023 – ongoing.
Volumes: 3
Main characters: Kumamori, Tajima (#1), Tajima (#2),
This manga follows Kumamori, who has always been in pursuit of an ideal romance. When she changes classes for her second year of high school, she is unexpectedly reunited with “Tajima,” the partner of her first kiss (or is it?). Unfortunately, he is dry and stoic when it comes to romantic gestures. A realistic but cute and romantic opposites-attract love story!
✧ The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity ✧
Genre: Shōnen, Romance, Comedy, School Life, Slice of Life, Drama.
Status: Released 2021 - ongoing.
Volumbes: 11
Main characters: Rintarou, Kaoruko, Hoshina, Usami, Natsusawa, Yorita
This manga is set in a town with two rival schools, all boys, predominantly attended by low-class students and female students from wealthy backgrounds. Rintaro Tsumugi, a fierce-looking but gentle-hearted student, meets Kaoruko Waguri, a Kikyo student, at his family’s patisserie. Despite their schools’ differences, they form a connection.
✧ Kimi ni Todoke: From Me to You ✧
Genre: Shoujo, Comedy, Drama, Romance, School Life, Slice of Life.
Status: Released 2005 – 2017.
Volumes: 30
Main characters: Sawako, Shouta, Ayane, Chizuru, Ryuu & Kazuichi
This manga follows 15-year-old Sawako Kuronuma, often mistaken for The Ring horror character Sadako Yamamura due to her appearance. Despite her amiable disposition and diligent work ethic, her unusual appearance and lack of emotional expression keep others at bay. Her desire for companionship and admiration for Shouta Kazehaya, the popular boy in her class, drives her to emulate him to improve her social skills.
✧ Waiting for Spring ✧
Genre: Shoujo, Drama, Romance, School Life, Slice of Life, Sports – basketball.
Status: Released 2014 – 2021.
Latest: Volume 13
Main characters: Mitsuki, Towa, Aya, Rui, Ryuuji, Kyousuke
In ‘Waiting for Spring,’ Mitsuki Haruno, a shy high schooler, crosses paths with four popular basketball players—Towa Asakura, Rui Miyamotoi, Ryuuji Tada, and Kyousuke Wakamiya—while working at a cafe. Despite initial rudeness, they discreetly befriend her, adding twists to her quiet life. As Mitsuki navigates newfound friendships and potential romantic entanglements, the manga explores past childhood romances, unresolved feelings, and a captivating love triangle that is both frustrating and addicting.
✧ The reason why two people fall in love - Futari de Koi wo Suru Riyuu ✧
Genre: Shōjo, Romance, Slice of Life, School Life.
Status: Released 2018 – Completed 2022
Volumes: 12
Main characters: Urara, Jun, Aiji
This manga follows the story of Urara’s after she has a chance encounter with a kind boy on a train which leaves her longing for more, but he vanishes. Later, she meets Jun, a difficult classmate, only to discover that the mysterious boy is with him.
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☕ Timestamp:
00:00 Romance manga rankings & disclaimers
01:33 5th place manga
02:27 5th place memorable kissing moment (couple reveal)
03:54 4th place manga
05:16 4th place memorable kissing moment (couple reveal)
07:08 Top 3 intro
07:37 3rd place manga
09:14 3rd place memorable kissing moment (couple reveal)
11:33 2nd place manga
13:51 2nd place memorable kissing moment (couple reveal)
15:34 1st place manga
16:49 1st place memorable kissing moment (couple reveal)
18:59 Winning couple
19:14 Tell me your romance manga recs
