Top 10 Yuri Manga Of The Year 2022

Another year has come to a close, so let us reflect on this past year’s manga selection. A lot of great Yuri manga was licensed in English and released this year, but as always, so many amazing titles remain on our wish list. We can only hope the licensing trend continues and we see more Yuri titles being released in 2023.

There was a wonderful mix in 2022 to choose from. Some honorable mentions include, “Yuri Espoir” Volume 1, “Vampeerz” Volume 1, “The Summer You Were There” Volume 1, “Run Away With Me, Girl” Volume 1, “Our Teachers Are Dating!” Volume 4, “Doughnuts Under A Crescent Moon” Volume 3, “The Girl I Want Is So Handsome!” The Complete Manga Collection, “How Do We Relationship?” Volume 5, “Asami-chan Is Interested in Lesbian Brothels!” Volume 1, “Syrup: A Yuri Anthology” Volume 4, and “Citrus +” Volume 4.

*Keep in mind, the list reflects only the volumes that were released in English in 2022.*

Check out our list for “Top 10 Yuri Manga Of The Year” for 2022 below:

10. “Cats and Sugar Bowls”

Story & Art By: Yukiko

“Cats and Sugar Bowls” Synopsis: A beautiful collection of sweet and provocative yuri romances!

Want a little spice with your sugar? Cats and Sugar Bowls delivers with nine bite-sized stories about love between women. Rena and Sanae are like a pair of naughty kitties who act far more innocent than they really are. Touka, while looking for a lover willing to indulge her more extreme BDSM fantasies, runs into her boss at a bondage club. All these delights and more await!

Where To Read: Seven Seas Entertainment released the manga in print and digital format in September 2022. For more information, check out the publisher website.

9. “Hello, Melancholic!” Volume 3

Story & Art By: Yayoi Ohsawa

“Hello, Melancholic!” Volume 3 Synopsis: IN LOVE, BUT OUT OF HARMONY

Chika and Sakiko’s past has struck a chord with Minato. But just as she starts to confront her feelings for Hibiki, the two clash over the future of their aspiring band. FINAL VOLUME

Volumes: There are a total of 3 volumes in this series and all are released in English.

Where To Read: Seven Seas Entertainment released the manga in print and digital format in December 2022. For more information, check out the publisher website.

8. “If You Could See Love” Volume 3

Story By: Teren Mikami

Art By: Yuuki Nanaji

“If You Could See Love” Volume 3 Synopsis: After starting high school, Mei has witnessed the many different forms love could take. From unrequited crushes to soulmates to unconventional relationships, she’s seen it all. And now, it’s time for her to confront her feelings and figure out which admirer is her own arrow of love pointing to! FINAL VOLUME

Volumes: There are a total of 3 volumes in this series and all are released in English.

Where To Read: Yen Press released the manga in print digital format in August 2022. For more information, check out the publisher website.

7. “I Can’t Believe I Slept With You!” Volume 3

Story & Art By: Miyako Miyahara

“I Can't Believe I Slept With You!” Volume 3 Synopsis: Koduka has finally confessed to her landlady. But as long as their rent-reduction contract is still in place, their relationship can never change. Eventually, all secrets are laid bare between the two women on one fateful Christmas evening. Can all regrets finally be put to rest? FINAL VOLUME

Volumes: There are a total of 3 volumes in this series and all are released in English.

Where To Read: Seven Seas Entertainment released the manga in print and digital format in November 2022. For more information, check out the publisher website.

6. “Whisper Me A Love Song” Volume 6

Story & Art By: Eku Takeshima

“Whisper Me A Love Song” Volume 6 Synopsis: SSGIRLS and Lorelei are gearing up to compete at the upcoming culture fest, but when Himari agrees to become Lorelei’s manager, will it get in the way of her relationship with Yori?

Himari agrees to be the manager of Izumi’s band, Lorelei. She’s excited to take up the new challenge—but not everyone is so thrilled. Yori knows she should be happy to see Himari embracing new opportunities, but she can’t help but worry: What if Himari cheers for Lorelei instead of SSGIRLS at the culture fest? What if her new responsibilities start to take over her life? What if she likes Izumi’s singing better than Yori’s? The fact that it’s going to be summer break and they won’t see each other every day only makes her feel worse. Not to mention that Yori wants to move their relationship beyond holding hands, but she has no idea if Himari feels the same way… As Himari throws herself into her new role, blissfully unaware of her girlfriend’s inner turmoil, the two girls will have to discover how you do love after love at first sight.

Volumes: This is an on-going series with 7 volumes. Volume 7 is set to be released on June 6, 2023.

Where To Read: Kodansha Comics released the manga in print and digital format in September 2022. For more information, check out the publisher website.

5. “Monologue Woven For You” Volume 2

Story & Art By: Syu Yasaka

“Monologue Woven For You” Volume 2 Synopsis: Even though Haruka thought she’d left the stage behind, her bond with Nao is slowly drawing her back in. Having given herself permission to love theater again, Haruka accepts a new dream for herself: to see Nao in the spotlight. However, both girls hold secrets in their hearts they fear to share. Despite their relationship progressing well, things kept hidden always manage to break free. When someone who knows all about Haruka’s past appears, will they both be forced to confess the truth?

Volumes: There are a total of 3 volumes in this series. Volume 3 is set to be release February 14, 2023.

Where To Read: Seven Seas Entertainment released the manga in print and digital format in June 2022. For more information, check out the publisher website.

4. “The Magical Revolution of the Reincarnated Princess and the Genius Young Lady” Volume 3

Story By: Piero Karasu

Art By: Harutsugu Nadaka

Character Design: Yuri Kisaragi

“The Magical Revolution of the Reincarnated Princess and the Genius Young Lady” Volume 3 Synopsis: The Marauder Princess and her trusty assistant face their most dangerous foe yet—a dragon! This time, it’ll take all of Anisphia’s wits and Euphyllia’s magical talent to defeat the majestic creature and save the city from impending doom. But their trials don’t stop there. Anisphia’s reckless actions throw the kingdom into political turmoil, and she must now face her worst nightmare—a formal banquet!

Volumes: This is an on-going series with 4 volumes. Volume 4 is set to be released on June 20, 2023. The anime adaptation is set to be released January 4, 2023.

Where To Read: Yen Press released the manga in print and digital format in December 2022. For more information, check out the publisher website.

3. “Futaribeya: A Room For Two” Volume 9

Story & Art By: Yukiko

“Futaribeya: A Room For Two” Volume 9 Synopsis: Sakurako and Kasumi settle into their college life together, and as always, time flies by when they're having fun! Already, they're starting sophomore year along with their new friends Moka and Koruri, whose relationship has recently taken an exciting new turn. Meanwhile, it seems some of their younger friends from high school might be new faces at the same college very soon too!

Volumes: This is an on-going series with 10 volumes. Volume 10 is set to be released on September 12, 2023.

Where To Read: Tokyopop released the manga in print and digital format in December 2022. For more information, check out the publisher website.

2. “Yuri Is My Job!” Volume 10

Story & Art By: Miman

“Yuri Is My Job!” Volume 10 Synopsis: Sumika realizes that her friend was right about her crush on Kanoko. In order to keep things professional, Sumika distances herself from the first-year, but Kanoko doesn’t understand why Sumika’s suddenly grown so cold... As the customers in the salon begin to notice a change in their relationship, an alumna shows up, complicating things further.

Volumes: This is an on-going series with 11 volumes. Volume 11 is set to be released on June 13, 2023. The anime adaptation is set to be released in April 2023.

Where To Read: Kodansha Comics released the manga in print and digital format in November 2022. For more information, check out the publisher website.

1. “My Cute Little Kitten” Volume 1

Story & Art By: Milk Morinaga

“My Cute Little Kitten” Synopsis: Rena has had a crush on her roommate Yuna since college, but Yuna has never noticed. One night, Yuna brings home a tiny kitten, even though their apartment doesn’t allow pets! Rena decides it would be better to let Yuna find her own place. But when Yuna says she wants to stay with Rena forever, Rena’s feelings are forced to the surface. Can Rena make Yuna understand what being together forever really means?

Where To Read: Seven Seas Entertainment released the manga in print and digital format in December 2022. For more information, check out the publisher website.

Sources: Seven Seas Entertainment website. Yen Press website. Tokypop website. Kodansha website. *Top photo credit - “The Magical Revolution of the Reincarnated Princess and the Genius Young Lady” Volume 1 from Kodansha Comics.*