As stated in the title, I am looking for Josei/Seinen romantic manga. I've exhausted the advanced search settings and I'm sure more hidden gems exist, so I now turn to you!

To help narrow this down a bit, I'd like for you to know that the one thing I love to see is realism and authentic emotional responses from the characters. Over the top theatrics or reactions really spoil the experience for me...that's what's got me cheating on Shoujo to be honest.

With that said, this forum has always been a wealth of knowledge since I first discovered baka-updates, so thank you to all of you who take the time to consider others' requests and recommend good reads. It does not go unnoticed or unappreciated.

🙂 Much love and thanks!

It wasn't a phase, mom.

Watashitachi no Shiawase na Jikan
Hoshi no Samidare + Spirit Circle
Kamisama ga Uso o Tsuku.
Bonnouji
Itoshi no Karin
Butter!!!
Soshite, Hare ni Naru
Tonari no Seki no Satou-san
Love Calendar
Hatsuharu ga saku

If you haven't read it yet, have Taiyou no Ie as your graduation manga.

in need of romance?
uncommon, sad, sweet

Umarekawatte mo mata, Watashi to Kekkon shite kuremasu ka?. This one says it’s a shoujo but honestly doesn’t feel like it! It’s a very realistic and heartwarming read.
Perfect World
Bread & Butter
No, You na
Dai-2 Dai-4 Kayoubi no Koi
Hiru to Yoru no Oishii Jikan
Usemono Yado