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Dear Green: Hitomi no Ounowa ![]()
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Description
Volume 1:
1-5) Hitomi no Ounowa
Eight years ago, Yajima and Outomi met in high school, through Ryouko, Yajima's best female friend and Outomi's girlfriend at the time. Ryouko remained in their home town, but Yajima and Outomi moved to Tokyo and remained close friends through university, and after Yajima dropped out. Yajima feels comfortable with Outomi -- unlike with his girlfriend. Then one day Outomi kisses another guy just to see what it would feel like, and Yajima gets agitated beyond what seems reasonable for even a close friendship.
Side story - xx Happier
Feeling down in the dumps, Naru... More...
1-5) Hitomi no Ounowa
Eight years ago, Yajima and Outomi met in high school, through Ryouko, Yajima's best female friend and Outomi's girlfriend at the time. Ryouko remained in their home town, but Yajima and Outomi moved to Tokyo and remained close friends through university, and after Yajima dropped out. Yajima feels comfortable with Outomi -- unlike with his girlfriend. Then one day Outomi kisses another guy just to see what it would feel like, and Yajima gets agitated beyond what seems reasonable for even a close friendship.
Side story - xx Happier
Feeling down in the dumps, Naru... More...
Type
Manga
Related Series
Dear Green (Sequel)
Associated Names
Dear Green: Hitomi no Onowa
Hitomi no Ounowa
Hitomi no ounowa (dear green)
À la recherche de ton regard (French)
ディア・グリーン 瞳の追うのは
深瞳之戀
眼神的方向
Hitomi no Ounowa
Hitomi no ounowa (dear green)
À la recherche de ton regard (French)
ディア・グリーン 瞳の追うのは
深瞳之戀
眼神的方向
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Latest Release(s)
v.3 c.21 (end) by Bliss over 14 years ago
v.3 c.20 by Bliss over 14 years ago
v.3 c.19 by Bliss over 14 years ago
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v.3 c.20 by Bliss over 14 years ago
v.3 c.19 by Bliss over 14 years ago
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Status
in Country of Origin
3 Volumes (Complete)
Completely Scanlated?
Yes
Anime Start/End Chapter
N/A
User Reviews
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Forum
1 topics, 2 posts
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User Rating
Average: 8.6 / 10.0 (489 votes)
Bayesian Average: 8.47 / 10.0
Bayesian Average: 8.47 / 10.0
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Last Updated
June 27th 2020, 10:07am
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Category Recommendations
Recommendations
N/A
Author(s)
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Year
2005
Original Publisher
Serialized In (magazine)
Licensed (in English)
No
English Publisher
N/A
Activity Stats (vs. other series)
Weekly Pos #744 
(+22)
Monthly Pos #1667(+141)
3 Month Pos #3775 (No change)
6 Month Pos #4398(+467)
Year Pos #6502(+681)
(+22)Monthly Pos #1667
(+141)3 Month Pos #3775 (No change)
6 Month Pos #4398
(+467)Year Pos #6502
(+681)List Stats
On 370 reading lists
On 282 wish lists
On 1327 completed lists
On 24 unfinished lists
On 360 custom lists
On 282 wish lists
On 1327 completed lists
On 24 unfinished lists
On 360 custom lists
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I really love Fujiyama Hyouta sensei's works. And this is no exception. She takes her time to tell her story, there is actual development in the way the characters fall in love, a coherent plot, beautiful art, and other elements usually missing from most yaoi manga that makes her work such a pleasure to read. It sets itself apart from the others just as much by what it DOESN'T do as by what it does - loads of smex, overly demonstrative gestures or passionate declarations of undying love, rich manipulative semes, tiny helpless ukes, high drama conflicts and resolutions - which, don't get me wrong, I love that stuff too but it's so refreshing to stumble upon such a quietly told, cliche-avoiding story among the other run of the mill stuff.
And have to say, every time she draws her men leaning into a kiss, it makes me clutch my heart! No gasps, no moans yet so much more effectively sexy than all the tongue-entwining, open-mouthed kisses other mangakas come up with!
And have to say, every time she draws her men leaning into a kiss, it makes me clutch my heart! No gasps, no moans yet so much more effectively sexy than all the tongue-entwining, open-mouthed kisses other mangakas come up with!
I love this series. I love how Fujiyama-sensei captures the complications of falling in love after 5 years of friendship, the fear of losing a close friend, the frustrations, the feelings of one person being more in love than the other, the dance between these two as they alternately push forward and give in to their fears. I also like how even though they're similar, it's easy to tell the characters apart. I also love how all of his/her characters are 3 dimensional, even Uchiyama, whom I still feel sorry for. I also love how Fujiyama-sensei beautifully captures the little moments: the gentle touches and the small gestures that make my heart melt.
Yeah, I agree with previous posters. Yay, sequel!
... Last updated on June 17th, 2008, 3:42am
Yeah, I agree with previous posters. Yay, sequel!
... Last updated on June 17th, 2008, 3:42am
There’s a lot of comments on here saying how this manga is overrated. But this manga set the trend for yaoi to show consensual relationships rather then the usual “rape to love” story.
As a queer person it’s refreshing to see a realistic relationship portrayed in this genre. It opened a whole new door for the genre, and remains one of my all-time favorites.
Also my recommended reading order would be to read the first 17 chapters of this series (vol. 3 ch. 6) before reading the “sequel,” and then returning to finish this one.
Note on their given names: Yakima’s given name is Yukari, sometimes mistakenly translated as Midori. This is because the kanji is the same. The title “Dear Green,” is a joke on his name because midori means green. As for Outomi, his given name is alternately translated as Hiroshi or Kou, also because both of those names can be written with the same kanji.
... Last updated on June 21st, 2020, 1:15pm
As a queer person it’s refreshing to see a realistic relationship portrayed in this genre. It opened a whole new door for the genre, and remains one of my all-time favorites.
Also my recommended reading order would be to read the first 17 chapters of this series (vol. 3 ch. 6) before reading the “sequel,” and then returning to finish this one.
Note on their given names: Yakima’s given name is Yukari, sometimes mistakenly translated as Midori. This is because the kanji is the same. The title “Dear Green,” is a joke on his name because midori means green. As for Outomi, his given name is alternately translated as Hiroshi or Kou, also because both of those names can be written with the same kanji.
... Last updated on June 21st, 2020, 1:15pm
this is so far my favourite of fujiyama's manga; its quiet and simple plot proceeds at a realistic pace. there is nothing stupid here; no stereotypes, no instant love, no high drama, no contrived misunderstandings; just two people who slowly grow from friends into life partners -- which brings its own problems, and they're dealt with sensibly. the art is very expressive; it says a lot with small gestures, and she captures the romance in those gestures so well. the manga even has a strong female character. i can't think of anything to change, so i guess this really is one of my rare 10s.
... Last updated on January 6th, 2011, 9:50am
... Last updated on January 6th, 2011, 9:50am
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I love the serie that I could die happy ^^, in the sequel http://www.mangaupdates.com/series.html?id=3598, they get married and live happily under the same roof at the beginning, so nomatter how the end in this prequel is, I still dont feel disappointed. And this story is only the prequel that Fujiyama-sama draw after Dear Green (sequel) 2 years, that's mean she only wants to make clear about how Otoumi and Yukari develop their feelings.. I'm sure she's drawing more.
Definitly a slow-phased yaoi, although I wouldn´t want to call it yaoi because it´s basically no graphic sex or that much sex-scenes at all. I liked the plot, but 3 volumes was a bit long, I started to get bored at volume 2. The art was so-so, not good but not necessairly bad either.
What I liked the most was probably the characters, the uke wasn´t typically weak, girly or overemotional. They both gave me the feeling of equals, wich is a rare thing when it comes to yaoi-manga these days.
If you want a realistic, sweet and Slife-of-life kinda story, then you should definitly read this.
... Last updated on December 9th, 2011, 3:40pm
What I liked the most was probably the characters, the uke wasn´t typically weak, girly or overemotional. They both gave me the feeling of equals, wich is a rare thing when it comes to yaoi-manga these days.
If you want a realistic, sweet and Slife-of-life kinda story, then you should definitly read this.
... Last updated on December 9th, 2011, 3:40pm
This 3 volume series is one of those boys love manga that you just should have read!
It's got a solid, well paced story, very likable, human characters that feel real, and great art.
I was hooked right from the first page to the last, and wouldn't mind it being even longer.
This story has about everything you could want from boys love!
It has tragic moments that make you want to cry, as well as happy ones that make you smile, and a general feel-good story which still is not all rose-colored but instead feels realistic, like it could be happening somewhere right now.
The characters are simply great, lovable and it's easy to understand all their thoughts and worries.
Also sensei's art skill is very high and while not as clean as Yamane Ayano and such, it's still beautiful and I haven't noticed any anatomy errors at all (which a lot of popular mangaka still have!).
All in all, I'd recommend this to absolutely everybody, especially people who want a simple and sweet love story between two friends and follow their path in life, their struggle with their own feelings and how they end up.
If you are like me, and you love stories that develop slower, where you can get to know and love the characters and they do not just jump right into it, but instead you get to anticipate every single moment when something might finally happen between them, then you'll enjoy this!
... Last updated on December 27th, 2012, 5:21pm
It's got a solid, well paced story, very likable, human characters that feel real, and great art.
I was hooked right from the first page to the last, and wouldn't mind it being even longer.
This story has about everything you could want from boys love!
It has tragic moments that make you want to cry, as well as happy ones that make you smile, and a general feel-good story which still is not all rose-colored but instead feels realistic, like it could be happening somewhere right now.
The characters are simply great, lovable and it's easy to understand all their thoughts and worries.
Also sensei's art skill is very high and while not as clean as Yamane Ayano and such, it's still beautiful and I haven't noticed any anatomy errors at all (which a lot of popular mangaka still have!).
All in all, I'd recommend this to absolutely everybody, especially people who want a simple and sweet love story between two friends and follow their path in life, their struggle with their own feelings and how they end up.
If you are like me, and you love stories that develop slower, where you can get to know and love the characters and they do not just jump right into it, but instead you get to anticipate every single moment when something might finally happen between them, then you'll enjoy this!
... Last updated on December 27th, 2012, 5:21pm
This manga was really refreshing in that it avoided most of the usual yaoi cliches, including exaggeratedly femmy men (HATE that), illogical love triangles, and idiot girls. I can't say that any of the characters are outstanding, but they are portrayed as normal people very well, with more or less genuine behaviors and reactions. The plot is a little unexciting, but this is a nice read for a peaceful evening. If you're looking for smut, this isn't for you, but if you want a decently-paced romance, then certainly, try this one out.
There is nothing I don't love about this series. It's not only one of my favourite manga, it's also in my top five of favourite love stories.
This was one of the first manga by Fujiyama Hyouto that I've read, and now that I've read more by her I know that she is really good at taking her time and letting the story unfold slowly. Every time I reread this I'm taken aback by how realistic this feels, and by the way she can say so much with just a look, or a small gesture, between the characters.
This was one of the first manga by Fujiyama Hyouto that I've read, and now that I've read more by her I know that she is really good at taking her time and letting the story unfold slowly. Every time I reread this I'm taken aback by how realistic this feels, and by the way she can say so much with just a look, or a small gesture, between the characters.
This one's unique! I love that the two guys met because of a mutual friend/girlfriend. And that all three are still friends even 5 years later.
The translation was good, the cleaner did a great job, the uke wasn't terrified of sex and the seme wasn't insanely controlling. The dialog is great, the emotions are amazing, and the story is well done. In my book, that's awesome.
By the end of it, I was in love with them both. <3
... Last updated on January 9th, 2014, 3:01pm
The translation was good, the cleaner did a great job, the uke wasn't terrified of sex and the seme wasn't insanely controlling. The dialog is great, the emotions are amazing, and the story is well done. In my book, that's awesome.
By the end of it, I was in love with them both. <3
... Last updated on January 9th, 2014, 3:01pm
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