Otomen 5

Having Girly Hobbies Doesn't Make You Less Manly

R to L (Japanese Style). Having Girly Hobbies Doesn't Make You Less Manly

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. Ryo Miyakozuka, on the other hand, is a girl who can't sew or bake a cake to save her life. Asuka finds himself drawn to Ryo, but she likes only the manliest of men Can Asuka ever show his true self to anyone, much less to the girl that he's falling for?

Ryo is chosen to participate in a contest where flower arrangement and tea ceremony skills are tested--but she sucks at those things To top things off, the previous champion wants Asuka for herself Does Ryo have a fighting chance?

Aya Kanno was born in Tokyo, Japan. She is the creator of Soul Rescue, which has been published in the United States, and her latest work, Otomen, is currently being serialized in Japan’s BetsuHana magazine. Blank Slate was originally published in BetsuHana magazine.