Top 20 Office Romance Manga with Co-Workers Relationships
If you’re looking for the best Office Romance mangas, look no further.
Ah... the office, a source of income for many, and the last hope of romance after the unfruitful years of school and college for others (myself included). If you do not want to look disoriented in the gym or confused in a designated store or bar of your choice, the office is your last refuge for finding partnership and love.
From intense office tensions that will make you wonder if you should involve HR to after-work drinks during which hands and mouths unexpectedly meet one another, the office romance stories depicted in the manga on this list will have your heart fluttering in no time.
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Real Clothes
Kinue is an average girl who works as a saleswoman in the futon section of a department store. Despite her plain clothes and poor makeup, she surprisingly gets transferred to the women's clothing department, where her extraordinarily fashionable boss trains her in the art of looking her best. This unique manga follows Kinue's journey of self-discovery and offers an intriguing look at the challenges she faces. With romance sprinkled into the storyline but not overly emphasized, this manga moves at a steady pace and is an excellent example of character growth. An entertaining and engaging read; it is definitely well worth your time.
+Volume: 13
+Chapters: 102
+Published: 2006 to 2011
+Genres: Drama - Romance
+Authors: Makimura Satoru [Art&tory]
+Serialization/Other work: YOU
2. Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
ダメな私に恋してください - Please Love the Useless Me
Poverty, unemployment, and naivety are the characteristics of twenty-nine-year-old Michiko Shibata. But even though she doesn't have enough money for a cane of noodles, she still buys expensive gifts for her boyfriend, hoping that her kindness will eventually convince him to marry her. To no one's surprise, this doesn't happen, and as tension escalate between the couple, Michiko finally realizes that her boyfriend viewed her as a wallet rather than a life partner. After her breakup, she unexpectedly randomly meets her former boss, Ayumu Kurosawa, whom she resents. Believing that he is partly responsible for her unemployment, Kurosawa decides to help Shibata and becomes her boss once again. As this office romance manga unfolds, you'll quickly get its overall theme: a bickering couple dynamic.
+Volumes: 10
+Chapters: 43
+Published: 2013 to 2016
+Genres: Comedy - Romance
+Authors: Nakahara Aya [Story&Art]
+Serialization/Other work: YOU
3. Kekkon suru tte, Hontou desu ka
結婚するって、本当ですか 365 Days To The Wedding - 結婚するって、本当ですか 365 Days To The Wedding
Rika and Takuya are coworkers in Tokyo, single and content until their job seeks to transfer unmarried employees to Siberia. In an act of desperation, they pretend to be in a relationship, but will the fake union turn into something real? Despite a rather over-exploited 'forced marriage' situation, this manga's flawed characters and realistic depictions of adult romance make it an engaging and relatable read.
+Volumes: +8
+Chapters: +87
+Published: 2020 to Present
+Genres: Romance - Slice of Life
+Authors: Wakaki Tamiki [Story&Art]
+Serialization/Other work: Big Comic Spirits
4. Minegishi-san wa Ootsu-kun ni Tabesasetai
峰岸さんは大津くんに食べさせたい - Manly Appetites: Minegishi Loves Otsu
Otsu and Minegishi are two office workers with a special bond in this manga. Minegishi is a dashing, hardworking salaryman who is quickly climbing the corporate ladder. He has a particular soft spot (or huge crush) for Ootsu, his grumpy colleague, and makes it a point to always bring him food, hoping to make him happier. However, Ootsu is not so easily swayed and is determined to keep a straight face around Minegishi... This humorous tension between the two leads to lots of fun and adorable moments. The plot is laid-back but brimming with hilarious and heartwarming scenes.
+Volumes: 3
+Chapters: 41
+Published: 2019 to 2021
+Genres: Boys Love - Comedy
+Authors: Mito [Story & Art]
+Serialization/Other work: Gekkan Action
5. Telework Yotabanashi
テレワァク与太話
Telework Yotabanashi is a heart-warming manga about Nokoru Mitsuhashi, an introverted salesman who finds solace in working from home. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he meets Natsu, his kind and sweet archaeology post-grad neighbor. Over the course of 20 chapters, Natsu helps Nokoru gain the confidence he lacked before, and they fall in love. The dialogue between Natsu and Nokoru is honest and mature, making it stand out from other romance manga. Altough not particularly original and relatively short, this is a nice and interesting story that won’t disappoint.
+Volumes: +1
+Chapters: +13
+Published: 2022 to Present
+Genres: Comedy - Romance - Slice of Life
+Authors: Yamada Kintetsu [Story & Art]
+Serialization/Other works: Morning
6. WOTAKOI LOVE IS HARD FOR OTAKU
ヲタクに恋は難しい - IT'S DIFFICULT TO LOVE AN OTAKU
Narumi Momose is a young woman who loves all things anime and manga. She's a closet otaku, especially into boys' love - but when her partner (and co-worker) discovers her hobbies and breaks up with her, she quits her job and joins a new company. There, she reconnects with a childhood friend: Hirotaka, a blunt gaming otaku. While they're drinking after work, Hirotaka tells Narumi to find someone who understands her hobbies - but she's wary. Could a relationship between two otakus work? Wotaku ni Koi wa Muzukashii aims to answer this question through its hilarious and lighthearted plot that juggles stories of balancing work, relationships, and hobbies.
+Volumes: 11
+Chapters: 70
+Published: 2015 to 2021
+Genres: Comedy, Romance
+Authors: Fujita [Story & Art]
+Serialization/Other work: Comic POOL
7. V.B. Rose
Ｖ・Ｂ・ローズ (ベルベット・ブルー・ローズ)
Ageha Shiroi is not happy about her sister's wedding and pregnancy due to her sister-complex. When Ageha accompanies her sister to a wedding dress shop called Velvet Blue Rose, she can't control her displeasure causing her to be thrown out by one of the staff members, Yukari Arisaka. After returning to apologize, Ageha does more harm than good and injures the arm of Mitsuya Kuromina. To make amends, she offers to replace Mitsuya in making the wedding dress, not knowing the challenges that await her. V.B. Rose is a cute romantic comedy that also emphasizes the processes of dressmaking. The story follows Ageha's journey as she navigates love, career, and self-worth in relatable ways, filled with humor and serious topics like self-doubt, grief, and abandonment.
+Volumes: 14
+Chapters: 83
+Published: 2004 to 2009
+Genres: Romance - Love Polygon
+Creator: Hidaka Banri [Story&Art]
+Serialization/Other works: Hana to Yume
8. 30-sai made Doutei dato Mahoutsukai ni Nareru Rashii
30歳まで童貞だと魔法使いになれるらしい - Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!
Office worker Kiyoshi Adachi is like a wizard that can read minds through physical contact. His ability is a result of a profound accomplishment; he is 30 years old and has never had sex. While on his way to work, he touches his attractive colleague Yuuichi Kurosawa and discovers that Kurosawa is a pervert who has his eyes on poor Adachi. Now, no matter how hard Adachi tries to concentrate, he is unable to keep his mind from wandering to questionable scenarios when Kurosawa is around. This light-hearted and comical office romance story includes comically steamy themes that will pique readers' interest.
+Volumes: +11
+Published: 2018 to Present
+Genres: Comedy - Fantasy - Romance - Slice of Life
+Authors: Toyota Yuu [Story & Art]
+Serialization/Other work: Square Enix
9. Majo-senpai Nippou
魔女先輩日報 - Daily Report About My Witch Senpai
Naoto Misono is not easily impressed unless it comes to his senior colleague and witch, Shizuka Hoshino, who always seems save the day on her broom. The two have very different personalities: while Misono is calm and composed, Hoshino is easily embarrassed and sometimes finds it challenging to find the words to explain her feelings. However, this does not stop Misono from admiring her and proving his love for her by facing jealous ex-boyfriends and opposing overprotective brothers. This manga is simply a breath of fresh air with a great message and an enjoyable story.
+Volumes: +2
+Chapters: +58
+Published: 2018 to Present
+Genres: Romance - Slice of Life - Fantasy
+Authors: Mochida Maka [Story&Art]
+Serialization/Other work: Manga Cross
10. Koi wa Ameagari no You ni
恋は雨上がりのように - After the Rain
This captivating story revolves around the age-old dilemma of choosing between following your dreams or staying put for love. Akira Tachibana, a high school athlete once sidelined by injury, now works at a restaurant where she meets a charming, forty-five-year-old manager with a son. Before long, Akira is head over heels in love. But the real question is, will her middle-aged boss reciprocate or reject her advances? This manga is less about romance and more about the new beginnings that can emerge from unexpected encounters and the hope that life can always get better.
+Volumes: 10
+Chapters: 82
+Published: 2014 to 2018
+Genres: Romance
+Authors: Mayuzuki Jun [Art&Story]
+Serialization/Other works: Gekkan! Spirits
11. ICE GUY AND THE COOL FEMALE COLLEAGUE
氷属性男子とクールな同僚女子 - KOORI ZOKUSEI DANSHI TO COOL NA DOURYOU JOSHI
Himuro is a typical Japanese office worker, but one fact makes him stand out: he comes from a race of supernatural beings with strange powers. As he cannot fully control his powers, he sometimes turns his environment into the Arctic, making it snow whenever he is in deep concentration or lowering the temperature and turning things into ice whenever he is in turmoil. Contrary to his powers, Himuro is quite warm and kind. He also has a soft spot for one of his colleagues, Fuyutuski, a calm and elegant woman who always seems to look out for him and offer solutions to the problems his power cause. His feelings for her sometimes lead to raging snowstorms in the office, but Fuyutuski doesn't seem to mind. This is a pretty simple romance manga with a cute and entertaining story
+Chapters: 30
+Published: 2019 to Present
+Genres: Action - Mystery - Horror - Sci-Fi Psychological
+Authors: Tonogaya, Miyuki [Story & Art]
+Serialization/Other works: None
12. Kaketa Tsuki to Doughnut
欠けた月とドーナッツ - Doughnuts Under a Crescent Moon
The manga follows the story of two female colleagues who find themselves taking opposite paths due to society's expectations. Hinako Uno is pressured by her family and friends to fall in love, and as a result, she works hard to become the ideal young woman. However, after rejecting a love confession, Hinako starts to believe that she is not capable of loving someone. Meanwhile, Asahi Satou devotes her life to providing for her sister and rejects anything that might be a distraction, including love. One evening, both women bond after sharing their vulnerable moments and begin a beautiful relationship.
+Volumes: 4
+Chapters: 20
+Published: 2019 to 2022
+Genres: Drama - Girls Love - Slice of Life
+Authors: Usui Shio [Art&Story]
+Serialization/Other work: Comic Yuri Hime
13. KOI WA TSUZUKU YO DOKOMADE MO
恋はつづくよどこまでも - AN INCURABLE CASE OF LOVE
The premise follows Sakura, a woman who witnessed Dr. Tendou save a life and decided to become a nurse to pursue her love for him. Fast forward five years, Sakura joins Dr. Tendou's hospital as a nurse in training. On her first day, she proclaims her love for him, who not only does not remember her but now considers her a total idiot. Full of laughs and squeals, if you like this trope, you'll love this manga. If you like romantic interests who are not in tune with their emotions and behave more like demon-kings rather than knight-in-shining-armors: congrats, this manga is for you.
+Volumes: 7
+Chapters: 37
+Published: 2016 to 2019
+Genres: Romance, Slice of Life, Josei
+Authors: Enjouji Maki [Story & Art]
+Serialization/Other work: Petit Comic
14. Teiji ni Agaretara
定時にあがれたら - If We Leave on the Dot
If you're looking for a slow-burn and wholesome manga, this one might be right up your alley. The story follows Yukawa, a proper office worker, who always hangs her coat on the rack with care and eagerly awaits the sweet notes that her coworker Mizuki places in her pocket. After befriending Mizuki by mistake and experiencing her alluring vanilla scent up close, Yukawa finds herself falling for her coworker. The two communicate exclusively through handwritten notes and coat exchanges, never planning ahead or exchanging phone numbers. But Yukawa's growing feelings for Mizuki will eventually lead her to attempt to change the nature of their relationship.
+Volumes: 4
+Chapters: 20
+Published: 2018 to 2020
+Genres: Girls Love - Slice of Life
+Authors: Inui Ayu [Story&Art]
+Serialization/Other work: Manga Jam
15. Hapi Mari: HAPPY MARRIAGE!?
はぴまり
Poor-girl-marries-rich-guy-to-pay-off-family's-debts. That's it. That's the plot. In all seriousness, there is some profundity despite the cliche plot, particularly when it comes to depicting relationships: Bickering, small and big fights, the eruption of jealousy, and different daily struggles, as well as more complex conflicts. Through them, the characters establish stronger connections and comprehension of one another. Our main protagonists are quite interesting: Hokuto is an ego-centric flawed guy, and Chiwa doesn't tolerate any nonsense and has rough skin and a soft interior. Again, cliche, but the way their personalities interact is entertaining and refreshing: there is a level of maturity that isn't usually portrayed in such mangas.
+Volumes: 10
+Chapters: 40
+Published: 2009 to 2012
+Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Josei
+Authors: Enjouji, Maki [Story & Art]
+Serialization/Other works: Petit Comic
16. Senpai ga Uzai Kouhai no Hanashi
先輩がうざい後輩の話 - My Senpai is Annoying
Igarashi Futuba's new job would be fantastic if it weren't for Takeda Harumi, her frustrating senpai! Despite her cute appearance and youthful demeanor, Futuba is no child and hates how Takeda treats her like one. His jokes and towering height only add to her annoyance, and she can't help but wonder if there could be something more between them. This manga is perfect for anyone who loves cute and heartwarming stories, with charming characters and delightful art that will leave you feeling fuzzy inside. Each chapter is a standalone adventure that will make you smile and laugh without worrying about any grand romantic developments.
+Volumes: +10
+Chapters: +209
+Published: 2018 to Present
+Genres: Comedy - Romance
+Authors: Shiromanta [Story & Art]
+Serialization/Other work: Ichijinsha
17. Kono Kaisha ni Suki na Hito ga Imasu
この会社に好きな人がいます - CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET?
Masugu Tateishi and Yui Mitsuya secretly started dating in the same company, but can they keep it under wraps from their coworkers? Masugu is diligent but a bit of a pushover, while Yui appears together but is terrible at keeping secrets. Through its panels, this manga offers a realistic portrayal of office romance between adults with good doses of charm, comical situations, minor conflicts, and issues.
+Volumes: +7
+Chapters: +61
+Published: 2019 to Present
+Genres: Comedy - Romance - Slice of Life - Workplace
+Authors: Enomoto Akamaru [Story & Art]
+Serialization/Other work: Morning
18. Midnight Secretary
ミッドナイト・セクレタリ
Kaya's dream job as the private secretary of Kyouhei Touma - the director of a tableware company of the same name - quickly turns into a nightmare when she discovers his deep, dark secret: he's a vampire! As she navigates their complicated and steamy work relationship, Kaya realizes that beneath his legend of arrogance and sluttish behavior lies a man with a heart - and a thirst - like no other. The romance heats up quickly, with plenty of innuendos and "hot" moments, but it's the actual reciprocated feelings between Kaya and Kyouhei that set this manga apart. Despite some awkward anatomy and pacing issues, Midnight Secretary is definitely one of the best in the romance vampire genre and well worth a read.
+Volumes: 7
+Chapters: 35
+Published: 2006 to 2009
+Genres: Romance - Supernatural - Ecchi - Vampire
+Authors: Ohmi Tomu [Art&Story]
+Serialization/Other work: Petit Comic
19. Still Sick
Leaders of large teams in industrial firms are boring people with no life outside their work, right? Well, that's not quite the case with Shimizu Makoto, who, when she's not an absolute girl boss at her well-paid job, draws 'girl love' self-publishing manga that she sells at conventions. She keeps this secret from her colleagues to avoid awkwardness in the workplace. That is until she meets Akane Maekawa, a colleague who is surprisingly interested in her hobby. After an initially unpleasant encounter, the two become closer, and slowly, new feelings begin to develop between them. This is a wholesome office romance full of comedic moments but also complex and difficult topics about the world of adults.
+Volumes: 3
+Chapters: 26
+Published: 2018 to 2020
+Genres: Girls Love - Slice of Life
+Authors: Akashi [Story&Art]
+Serialization/Other works: MAGxiv
20. Ase to Sekken
あせとせっけん - SWEAT AND SOAP
Asako Yaeshima had struggled with excessive sweating since she was a child, leading to her being bullied. To help combat this, she started a morning routine of mixing different scents of Liliadrop soaps and deodorants. But this didn't fool Koutarou Natori, a genius fragrance developer at the high-class Liliadrop cosmetics company, who has an infallible sense of smell. Amazed by her natural scent, he insists on sniffing her every day for a week to create a new fragrance. Although the plot is a bit out there (or a lot out there) it's still a nice adult romance story that is worth a read - if you can get past the sniffing.
+Volumes: 11
+Chapters: 104
+Published: 2018 to 2021
+Genres: Comedy - Romance - Workplace
+Authors: Yamada Kintetsu [Art&Story]
+Serialization/Other work: Morning
