Noda has never wanted to be a source of disappointment or shame to his family. Raised in a pious, conservative household, he knew he had certain expectations to meet. Get a job, find a wife, have children- these were to be his destiny. But Noda has a secret. 10 years ago, he had a torrid s*xual affair with an acquaintance, a male acquaintance. Noda had kept himself from getting to know Wakasugi too well, hoping to distance himself from emotional entanglements. After all, it had to end sometime s two men couldn't carry on a forever type of relationship. When it got too personal, Noda pushed Wakasugi out of his life.... more>>

Now, Noda is all alone in his newly built house. His wife has left him, and they've had no children together. Then came the unexpected phone call from Wakasugi. Feelings buried for ten long years were given an opportunity to be laid to rest. But the outcome was not as either man expected, as passions that had simmered for ten long, lonely years insist upon a reckoning. Is Wakasugi ready to risk his heart again, and can Noda find the courage to step out of the closet he has locked himself and his emotions into? Two hearts reach across time and emotional distance to feed the fever that burns... <<less

The story is set in a Middle Eastern inspired land, Chevron, ruled by five kings of divine blood. Seiji, a pleasure s*ave, has a little... more>> sister who can read the future in the stars. When her prophetic gift begins to attract attention, he dresses up as a girl and goes in her stead to the palace to serve the King of Kings, Azur. <<less

I should have been sleeping in my room, but when I woke up, I was naked and in a place I did not know.... more>>

Moreover, in the appearance of a two or three years old child…

I was found by a man, he was like a cat with a tail and cat’s ears.

To be protected carefully while learning the language, in a world I do not understand… <<less

As far as Yamamoto Ritsu is concerned, Kagura Yoshiyuki is his lover. At least, he thinks so.... more>>

But he knows that Kagura doesn’t think of him as anything more than a s*x friend.

He really loves Kagura, so he wants to be his one and only, but…

Kagura absolutely never says what he actually feels, the man’s just playing with him.

• Sequel to Cute s*x Friend, Devilish Best Friend.

• Tamura and Shima’s story is found in My Cute Boyfriend’s Delicious Recipe. <<less

Kyle Tuuri, a man with the unique ability to understand the language of dragons, works for a rural town’s knight order.... more>>

One day, he reunites with his past lover, Alfred.

Kyle has not had a single day where he has forgotten him since their separation three years ago.

However, Alfred, who was once his direct superior, is now a margrave, while he himself is a commoner, a mere knight.

And moreover, Kyle betrayed Alfred.

Believing that he has no right to be by Alfred’s side, Kyle tries to keep his distance.

But Alfred wouldn’t allow that —

“No matter where you are, I’ll come looking for you. I won’t let you escape anymore.” <<less

Nonnoire, a poor noble with an ordinary appearance and a weak presence, worked at a popular restaurant in the royal capital after graduating from the Royal Capital Academy to help his family's finances. He intended to eventually marry a hardworking and honest woman and live as a commoner.... more>>

His childhood friend Rachel, on the other hand, acquired the enchantment skill when she was little and enjoyed creating a reverse harem during her studies at the academy. She attempted to convict the nagging fiancée of the second prince at their graduation party, only to be met with retribution.

From there, Nonnoire's life began to spiral out of control. The kingdom's best sorcerer, the handsome Holmes, took notice of him and followed him around, pulling him away from his ordinary life. <<less

I’m sorry I lied, really I love you Koh-chan— Asaka harbors a secret love for the man he is secretary to, Yagami, extolled as the Prince of Politics. But Yagami’s getting marriage proposals now, and Asaka’s place as private secretary is about to be lost..!?... more>>

Asaka, who never knew his father, is abandoned by his mother in the sea one mid-winter day, but he’s rescued by the son of a local prominent family, Yagami. Asaka has been secretly yearning for Yagami ever since that day, despite knowing how out of reach Yagami is for him, and he becomes Yagami’s private secretary, hoping to at least help out with his daily life and repay his debt to the man who has now become a Diet member. But Yagami’s marriage proposals spell the end of this dream-like intimate relationship— About to loose the only place he belonged, Asaka plays the betrayer, using himself as bait…!? <<less

Yuichiro, a 37-year-old freelance mercenary, was blown unconscious by a grenade during a guerrilla war and found himself in a strange world. In that world, the princes are currently fighting over the throne, and civil war is brewing. ... more>>

Apparently, Yuichiro was summoned as a [Goddess] to help a boy who is the [Rightful King] and save the country. An old man like himself is the Goddess? On top of that, in order to return to his original world, he has to give birth to the king’s child?　

Yuichiro is disgusted, but in exchange for money, he joined the war in another world… <<less

The hole of a manservant who works in a brothel was the best exquisite instrument. This is a story of knight(s), noble(s), royalty(ies). Multiple semes... more>> crazy over the manservant, instead of the male and female prostit**es, who feel so good they can’t keep their moans down. <<less

One day one of the twins born between the werewolf mother Hayato and the human father Gamon, Takahito was suddenly abducted by the Gosford family... more>> of werewolves from England. The present head of the family, the pack Alpha Arthur was a muscular, ruthless man. His amber eyes gave off a strong radiance like that of a predator hunting for his prey. Arthur informed Takahito that though he was a man his body was capable of conception. And thus: “You will conceive, and give birth to my child,” he ferociously pronounced as such and forcibly embraced Takahito… <<less

“I know that this is a bad thing. Despite knowing there’s a possibility of conception, I’m doing things like consenting to being embraced…”... more>>

Takahito was held down with overwhelming power, confined and assaulted by the Head of the Gosford werewolf family – Arthur.

If things go on like this he will probably become pregnant…

Tormented by such anxieties on one hand, on the other hand although the man was his enemy of the same gender, Takahito was drawn to the strong, masculine, and filled with a leader’s charm Arthur and who seemed to feel the same attraction.

However, the other werewolves of the Gosford Family are ferociously standing in the way in front of these two people…!?

(This book is a continuation of the story told in Affection: Call of the King. It is necessary to first read that book for the story to make sense.) <<less

I’m a demon! A NEET demon who lives off of his two outstanding brothers!... more>>

Then, one day, because I had been slacking off too much in my real job recently, my first brother forcibly sent me to the human world to make a contract with a human.

Anyway, I figured that if I stayed in the human world long enough, I'd be summoned sooner or later, but then my natural enemy, an exorcist, became a regular at my workplace and started to keep an eye on me. Moreover, this exorcist was one of the most powerful exorcists in this country. He'll definitely kill me if he finds out I'm a demon.

Why, just why did this happen… I was lamenting the fact that I couldn't return to the demon realm sooner, before one day, a summoning circle finally appeared right in front of me!

Wanting to leave this place as soon as possible, I jumped in without even checking the destination.

And what greeted me was the familiar face of a certain exorcist.

Then, I died.

My dearest older brother in the demon realm.

Please perform my resurrection ritual as soon as possible. Also, I swear that once I revive, I will never go back to the human world.

I have had enough of scary exorcists. <<less

On the outskirts of the Pleasure City of Midas lies the Ceres special autonomous area, commonly known as the slums. Gang leader Riki, looking for an easy pocket to pick in the nightlife districts, gets caught red-handed…by none other than one of the highest-ranking, golden-haired android elites ruling from the capital Tanagura: the “Blondy” Iason Mink!
By all rights, a Blondy standing at the pinnacle of aristocracy and a slummer should have never crossed paths—their chance encounter marks the beginning of a love twisted by obsession, soon spiraling into a karmic chain of events...... more>>

⬇️ //// About the Japanese novel and anime adaptations ////
⬇️ //// About the English translation ////
⬇️ //// Current translation status ////
⬇️ //// Drama CDs, prequel and side stories ////

//// About the Japanese novel and anime adaptations ////

Originally serialized in the bimonthly magazine Shosetsu June (小説ジュネ) spanning six chapters from December 1986 to October 1987, the novel was released with minor revisions into a hardcover edition in 1990.
This first version of the story received a two-episode/OVA anime adaptation in 1992 and 1994.

Between the years 2001 and 2007, the original story was greatly expanded upon and released in six paperback volumes. After a change of Japanese publisher, two more volumes were released between 2009 and 2010, completing the series (the six aforementioned volumes were released as volumes 1-4 in the newest Japanese edition).
This second version of the story was meant to be adapted into a twelve-episode OVA anime—initially planned to release in 2010—but was postponed to 2012, only to be discontinued after the fourth episode’s release.

//// About the English translation ////

The English paperback expanded edition is made up of eight volumes: the six first volumes (Seibido/Crystal edition) + the two later volumes (#7 and #8 in English, but #5 and #6 in the newest Tokuma/Chara edition).
The change in Japanese publisher led to a change in translator for the English edition between vol1 to 6 and vol7 to 8: it is highly recommended to read the fan translations of #7 and #8 as opposed to reading the licensed edition, due to the massive loss in translation (expect a 50% word count difference between the two).

//// Current translation status of the different editions of the novel (as of April 20th, 2024) ////

. Shosetsu June edition, unlicensed: 2/6 chapters, ongoing fan translation.
. 1990 hardcover edition, unlicensed: 2/6 chapters, ongoing fan translation. An older fan translation had 4/6 chapters translated but the project was dropped.
. 2000’s expanded edition, English licensed: fully translated, complete.

//// Drama CDs, prequel and side stories ////

– The Shosetsu June story was adapted into a drama cassette and a drama CD (Dark Erogenous).
– The expanded story was adapted into three drama CDs (Destiny, Nightmare, Resonance)
– A prequel called Midnight Illusion was serialized in Shosetsu June between December 1992 and April 1993, and released as a hardcover in 1996. 3/6 chapters have been fan-translated into English.
– The 5 side stories have all been fan-translated into English (Kizu/Wound, File-0, Cal’s Sighs, Musk, Illusion Night) and are based on the expanded version of the novel.

Look up online “Ai no Kusabi Master List LiveJournal” to find the links to all the material listed above and more.

[This page was updated as per an anon’s request, all credit goes to the AnK community where credit is due.] <<less

40-year-old virg*n, Japanese old man, found himself waking up in a different world. When he wakes up, he found out his body become young again. With no help from anyone he spends several years becoming a s*ave and spend his days full of hardship. His life in the living hell is continued, until he meets him…... more>>

This is a love story about a young man with small body in a different world that full of beastman. <<less

High school senior, Junya Sawa, gets a new classmate when Uzuki Kobayakawa, the heir to notorious crime syndicate, transfers to his school. The other students... more>> in Junya's class all keep their distance, giving Uzuki a wide berth, however Junya soon becomes good friends with him. Gradually, the two become attracted to one another, but Uzuki's educational "advisor" admonishes him, telling Uzuki that the world he must live in has no room for Junya, and the two are separated. Then, 8 years later, still holding that wound that never healed, the adult Junya reunites with Uzuki... <<less

Takechi Shigeto needs medicine for one of his patients, but can't afford it. a childhood friend sees his problem and pays for it for him.... more>> However, the medicine must be paid back at a cost.. <<less

One moonlit night, Detective Kusaka Daisuke of Tokyo's Metropolitan Police Investigation Department, 1st Division, managed to catch some criminals red-handed in the middle of an... more>> illegal drug deal. Struck by one of the perp's bullets, the detective sought refuge down one of the city's many back alley and stumbled upon a beautiful blond boy. The boy's eyes shone red, his skin unearthly pale like a porcelain doll. He called himself Luca, and against all logic, mysteriously aged into a young man before Kusaka's very eyes! What will become of this chance encounter? Find out in this modern-day fantasy set in the bustling streets of Tokyo. <<less

The queen’s essential feature is this: [must be a woman or a feminine-looking man].... more>>

——- “No, no! That’s no good at all!”

This is the story of an unfortunate young man who tripped into a different world and had to become the Queen of the largest country in that world.

“Being held by a man is no joke!”

Thinking it’s impossible for him, he decides to act as someone with a cool personality! <<less

One day when, I, Himukai Ren (21) woke up, I was suddenly transferred into a different world called “Alsar” where monsters and elves actually exist! Homos*xual marriage is considered normal and what’s more, they can actually have children together?! What?!... more>>

This is a story of how I found myself entangled in this world! <<less

The cool, attractive chemistry teacher Kuroki reaches out to the timid, lonely Tomoya. He forces his man-heat into Tomoya's sensitive body at school and on... more>> the train they commute by together; forcing Tomoya to drown in lustful pleasure. Pleasure and shame turns into attraction, and Tomoya begins to bloom. As his lonely heart trembles at this unpredictable love, the always kind Sakisaka sweetly approaches him... The men's ecstatic love hungers for Tomoya's affection. <<less

“Someone please help me… love me…”... more>>

Born as a rare sort of Omega, he lived in government asylum. He was determined to spend the rest of his days alone and not to marry anyone.

How did this president suddenly appear in his life!?

Even though it was their first meeting, their bodies were aching and wrapped in a sweet scent, and then the two of them…

[An Omegaverse office love story that depicts the lovey-dovey married life of a caring and doting seme x a naive new recruit uke.] <<less

“You’ll be my partner for the Lunatic night.”... more>>

—-That time, I met him at the mansion I was taken to.

Downtown Eastschist, the eastern metropolis, is said to be the most dangerous area.

The city of crime where sirens would sound everywhere until dawn.

High crime rates, especially on full moon nights.

And… humans don’t know that in Eastschist, which is also called the melting pot of all races, non-human beings can easily mingle with people and go unnoticed.

On the dangerous night streets, omega-born Angel Blanc, who was trying to sell his body to survive, was rescued by Aron Taker, a younger man with amber eyes, as he was about to be taken away by a member of the Mantegna family, a mafia who holds the power in Eastschist.

For Angel, who was desperate to find a job, Aron introduced him to work at the luxury club run by his elder brother.

Angel, attracted by his amber eyes, calls him Amber.

However, he didn’t see him since then. And, with Ian, the club owner and Amber’s elder brother, he was going to spend his first night. <<less

Answer 1... more>>

“Your kindness feels like pity.” And for that, Hatano is r*ped by Mashiba. Under the threat of blackmail he is forced to continue their relationship, and his life as an outlet for Mashiba’s s*xual desires begins. Pleasure and humiliation soon conquer his body, and his heart isn’t far behind. That’s what scares him. But every now and then Mashiba lowers his guard around him, and the embrace of his arms begins to feel more intimate, more passionate. Surely there’s a reason why…? An erot*c romance where selfish domination and furious love collide!

Answer 2 Suggestion
Answer 3 Nejireta Edge <<less

It is a story about a plain Ω that has s*x after drinking sake and is worried about the relationship between them.

Abandoned by the Heavenly Gods, the forlorn Lord of Underworld dotes upon Prince Nashel, the posthumous child of the Queen Goddess.... more>>

Nonetheless, the now grown Nashel was plagued with complicated feelings toward the Lord who had (sexually) disciplined him.

The abhorrence of his lascivious upbringing, and the craving to possess the immense power of the Lord of Underworld.

Nashel’s actions, which fluctuate between love and hate, eventually lead to major turmoil…

What will be the outcome of the tricky father-son relationship that develops with the demons under his control and the Heavenly Gods? <<less