I find it incredibly offensive that a story that is explicitly one of a transWOMAN (J states herself she isn't a man, and it's more than hinted at several times) is labelled as "yaoi". I wonder if it would be possible to edit the genres? This is one of the very, very few mangas that try to depict a transgendered character in an intelligent & correct way.

... Last updated on July 14th, 2013, 5:38am

I felt like the ending was too rushed. This is is the first manga that has the exact ending that I wished for, but the problem is that it suddenly skipped in time. I wanted the story to extend a bit longer, to see how they changed, and what happened to them.
Hmmm...
But perhaps I've simply read this a while ago and if I reread it then my opinion would change?

Truthfully, i liked her "Doukyuusei" and "Double Mints" more than this one.
The story had all chances to become a highest-rated manga in my list, being so catching with such a charismatic character as J. It lasted till the end of volume 2, and then imho the story became your common cliched yaoi.

I don't know... i never heard about "Barairo no Hoo no Koro", but i just don't like how J's and Paul's one-night stand was suddenly considered to be deep and true love. Actually, we know nothing about their relationship (common interests, time together and so forth) other than this accidental casual sex. Such a relationship seems superficial and rushed, and shouldn't be used as a climax and happy ending of a potentially great manga. Mangaka should have added something to the story of their love.

Anyway all the 3rd volume felt too simple and crumpled up with a hideous sugary ending.

... Last updated on November 18th, 2015, 12:52pm

Top quality story who hits on you with a great impact. Unique. A rare jewel.

It has everything what I like, solid strong plot, depth, twists, mysteries, the feeling it could've been a real story, the characters about whom you can't stay indifferent, and the harsh reality. Just like in the real life. I love this feeling. Even supporting characters were made with so much care, it's quite impressive. It's a sad and story but has funny moments, I've been laughing a lot.
The troubles they got are serious, not just some stupid dilemma "If he'll like my birthday gift?" or shit like that. This is a totally different level. And the art - so good. Awesome. Their eyes left an impression on me every single time. A great read with an excellent artwork. I just love those stories. Couldn't stop to read until the very end ( J no subete to the 16 chapter, even without knowing Japanese heh that was tough) anyway I was so excited what'll happen next I just couldn't let it go. I have nothing to complain about, it's so rare.
I'm so glad I picked this yaoi. Really glad. Definitely memorable.

I agree with the comment below >>There are SO many things I want to say about this manga...<< yup, that's how it is... Don't waste your time to read the comments, just go and read the manga!

BIG SPOILER about THE END


... Last updated on December 29th, 2014, 3:47pm

Like what narufan1st said, this is not pure sugar and pointless fluff. The storyline is actually very compelling. I really love it,

The characters from the prequel appear and it's quite surprising to see how they aged and changed. I like J, he's very out-there and loose. Morgan is still awesome. Paul...well he has his issues. However, it doesn't make me hate J, it's kind of sad to see him go through such a stage. :/
He's very seductive and pursues his desires. But that doesn't create a good reputation for him.

The art certainly changed for the better or worse I think it's based on individual's taste, but I think it enhanced its sultriness XDD the sex scene were erotic and filled with an elegant feeling inside. The rape was horrible and it displayed it like so.

Overall, this manga made me cry a little, so I'm giving it a 10. XD
And later on, things get kind of crazy...

... Last updated on August 1st, 2012, 7:23pm

I really like sensei's style of drawing, and how realistic her work seems. However, I don't really know how to rate this one, it was a bit shocking, even for me (and i'm a person who takes manga incest pretty lightly). Maybe I took the story too seriously.. who knows, but it's interesting nevertheless.

... Last updated on November 18th, 2009, 5:09am

somehow i've been thinking about this manga and i come to reread this again after few years? i actually love this, the angst drama and the plot is perfect, finally everyone get happy ending after bumpy road

It's psychological works like this that really highlights the author's strength in characterisation; each and every character serves a purpose to the manga, drawing out the dynamics between them as well the contrasts that sensei intended in order to convey her message. The strong personalities clash and then blend together very nicely to form such an impactful story. The famously unique artwork also adds a sense of surrealism, like it's clearly a fictional made-up plot, but readers are still very drawn as they're already invested in how it will progress. This manga is not for the weak stomach, but those who can handle it will truly be taken back by its powerful portrayals of raw emotions emitted from human nature.

Okay so I read the first volume of this story yet I can't find volume two or three and I really don't lile looking at the raws since I can't understand them, so please can someone summarize the ending for me? Because I hate starting a story and never getting to know how it ends.

The author is NAKAMURA Asumiko. This manga is being translated into russian and it`s REALLY something! It`s yaoi and contents incest scenes though.

... Last updated on November 28th, 2008, 3:26pm