Adekan

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Genre： action comedy drama historical mystery psychological shoujo supernatural
Author： nao tsukiji
Artist(s): nao tsukiji
Year: 2007
Original Publisher: shinshokan
Status： Ongoing

adapted to drama cd adapted to stage play alternate reality anachronisms androgynous protagonist atypical art style beautiful artwork bishounen bl subtext blue humor bromance child prostitutes childhood friends childhood trauma clan wars clans comedic undertone comedic violence crimes cruelty cunning male lead dark ambience dark past difficult childhood elaborate art style emotional manipulation english company closed before completing english version dropped episodic with underlying continuous plot female demographic with male lead friends become enemies friendship gang wars gangs hidden past hot-blooded male lead important non-romantic relationships important secondary characters influential characters insanity kimono loincloth manipulative antagonists multiple povs multiple protagonists murders mysterious male lead mysterious protagonist non-bl with two male leads obsession odd situations opposites become friends partial nudity past plays a big role personality changes perverted male lead playboys plot twist police policeman popular male lead power struggle protective friends protective male lead quirky characters rape reflections on human nature romantic subplot sadistic characters secret organizations secrets serial killers shop owners showa era smart male lead special ability/ies straightforward male lead strong male lead tall male lead torture unpredictable outcome violence

Shiro, a carefree and unintentionally alluring umbrella maker, is unexpectedly close friends with Koujirou, a passionate young police officer who staunchly opposes anything undisciplined. Despite their differences, both have a knack for attracting trouble, and soon they find themselves embroiled in a thrilling and risqué adventure in their eccentric town filled with equally unconventional residents. This action-packed, versatile manga promises to captivate you with its sultriness and leave you more hooked than opium—guaranteed!