June 19th, 2025
If you’re into anime like Steins;Gate, Ergo Proxy, or anything that blends romance with a weird sci-fi twist, Kowloon Generic Romance should be on your radar.
At first, it seems like a cozy slice-of-life story set in a super nostalgic, almost dreamlike version of the Kowloon Walled City. You’ve got two real estate agents, Reiko and Hajime, just going about their daily lives. But the longer you read, the more you realize something is… off. Reiko starts to question her past, weird coincidences pile up, and suddenly you’re neck-deep in a psychological mystery about memory, identity, and whether anything in this world is actually real.
What makes it stand out is the vibe—it’s slow, atmospheric, and kind of haunting. The city feels alive, like it’s hiding secrets around every corner. If you’re into those quiet but unsettling sci-fi stories that build tension without needing explosions or action scenes, this manga nails it.
If you like your sci-fi with a side of emotional depth, a sprinkle of existential dread, and a lot of mystery, give Kowloon Generic Romance a shot. It’s one of those stories that gets under your skin in the best way.
Ready to read more? Want to get ahead of the anime? Check out the first five volumes here!
Volume 1
Welcome to Kowloon Walled City-a dystopian townscape full of people brimming with nostalgia and a place where the past, present, and future converge. This vividly drawn tale tells the story of the secret feelings and extraordinary daily lives of the working men and women living in the city.
Volume 2
“I love him.” In a room lit by the setting sun, Kujirai discovers her feelings for her coworker Kudou. With a secret love comes unspoken desires and shocking truths brought to light in this dreamlike romance, brought to life by elegant brushstrokes.
Volume 3
The slow realization that her own identity is a mystery leaves Kujirai reeling, but fellow Kowloon resident Yaomay offers her another perspective: Everyone without a past has a first day of their new life. Supported by this new friendship forged by secrets, Kujirai confronts her feelings for Kudou.
Volume 4
“I only have eyes for you.” Such is the message the sunflowers proclaimed in a city brimming with a nostalgia just like love. As ordinary life turns extraordinary, a question arises. What if, in fact, your love and life belong to another? Knowing nothing of her past, Reiko Kujirai makes a wish to become her “absolute self.” Successive secrets and deepening mysteries emerge in a relaxing, ideal love story…
Volume 5
What happened to Kujirai B after Kudou fell for her? Miyuki and Gwen continue their investigation, while Kudou delivers some ominous words. Is the reality unfolding before Kujirai A’s eyes really true?
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