In the red-light district of Yoshiwara, during the Edo period, Akane is a young orphan from the military nobility. Following the mysterious murder of her parents, she decides to walk into the lion's den by going to a luxury brothel: the Akebonorô. Her meeting with Sôsuke, a young pawnbroker and a great seducer with a sharp intelligence, will literally shake up her destiny.... more>>

In this environment where lust reigns supreme, is this apprentice courtesan getting ready to taste heaven or hell? <<less

A poor boy has a reoccurring dream where he meets a ballerina.

The manga centers on Aoko, youngest daughter of the noted Jioka family, and Akira, the man who serves as her guard. Akira has been protecting Aoko since she was young, and while he protects and cherishes her, she does not know his true character. However, a certain incident causes the nature of their relationship to change.... more>>

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