Tsurutani is an unremarkable salaryman working in the inventory management department of a major food company. Though still in his late forties, his graying hair and weary demeanor make him appear older than his years. One day, he is summoned by the company president, Togawa, and assigned an unexpected and overwhelming task: to entertain executives from an overseas partner company in hopes of securing a crucial business alliance.... more>>

Initially refusing, believing himself unsuited for such an important role, Tsurutani is stunned when the true nature of the “entertainment” is revealed—it involves offering his body.

Driven by a sense of obligation to the company that gave him everything, Tsurutani reluctantly agrees. When he arrives at the appointed location, he finds two American men waiting for him... and thus begins a night that will irrevocably alter the course of his life. <<less

Two high school boys, suddenly forced to confront life and death—WELL portrays their intense bond of love and hate. HOPE tells the story of Tamura, a college student who becomes the leader of a group of survivors, exploring his hopes for survival, his inner struggles, and the ethical dilemmas he faces. Together, these works weave an unusual coming-of-age tapestry set in a post-apocalyptic world, blending BL themes with science fiction.... more>>

This edition also includes a brand-new short story written specifically for this volume, depicting what happens to the characters after the events of HOPE. <<less

This is a somber, psychologically charged, and quietly haunting tale of two men drawn together by despair and bound by something far more complicated than love—a man who wants to kill, and another who wants to die.... more>>

This deeply emotional salaryman drama delves into the quiet violence of trauma, the strange solace found in ruin, and the tangled ways people survive power imbalances, emotional manipulation, resentment, and longing.

Recommended for readers who appreciate age-gap dynamics, emotionally damaged characters, and stories that linger like a bruise. <<less

Bridal coordinator Asaka Takeshi reunites with his very first clients, Mr. and Mrs. Sasagawa, a year after their wedding. The couple had warmly forgiven the mishap Asaka caused on their big day, meeting it with kindness and laughter. Wanting to express his gratitude, he sends them a bouquet for their anniversary…... more>>

A tender and bittersweet love story unfolds as a wedding planner and a former client—both straight men—find themselves drawn to each other in unexpected ways. <<less