Kissing (Yaoi)

Kissing is a lovely surprise. The journey from childhood friendship to lovers is well explored and filled with tender, sweet and warm moments. Both young men are very likable and they contrast one another beautifully. We have the more mature and confident Kazushi declaring his love quite early in the story. From there onwards, the story is told from the confused Haru's point of view as he struggles with his feelings for Kazushi (best friend or lover) and in the process learning more about his childhood friend. The plot seems predictable but it is handled with flair and a sensitivity which works well with the sentimental side of us BL/Yaoi lovers. Kissing is more BL but of course there is some soft Yaoi towards the end. And the artwork is gorgeous and better than the same artist's effort in Passion Vol 1 & 2. This is a great addition to my collection.

"Kissing" is a real treat for shonen-ai lovers. Teiko Sasaki delivers three dimensional characters in this sweet tale of friendship and love. The story centers on two college students (which is a nice change from the usual high school students) - Kazushi & Haru - who have been close friends since they were young. While Haru is sexy and confident, Kazushi is cute and quiet. Their friendship was secure until one day Haru asks the popular Kazushi why he never goes on a date with a girl. When Kazushi declares that he is in love with Haru, their friendship suddenly falters as Haru does not share the same feelings. You would expect the story from here to be predictable ... and to a certain degree it is. However, the story is told and narrated so sensitively, that it does not matter. The art is illustrated by Shoko Takaku from "Passion" and is even better than that series. The characters are attractive and look normal - no female or macho looking male leads here. This is one shonen-ai that I can find no fault in. Perfect.