Hey! If you’re like me—an otaku who lives for yuri manga—you know 2025 is shaping up to be fire. With dramatic, sweet, and totally unique stories dropping, there’s something for everyone. I’ve been stalking release lists, publisher announcements, and fan buzz, and here are the best yuri manga titles released (or set to release) in 2025—plus a few upcoming ones to keep your wishlist full.
I’ll walk you through what makes each one special, so you can pick what vibes best with you. Also, important keywords like yuri manga 2025, best yuri manga, new yuri releases, etc., sprinkled in naturally so this guide is helpful for you and easy to find for fellow fans.
Top Yuri Manga Releases in 2025
Here are standout Yuri Manga in 2025 that are trending, critically praised, or coming up strong in popularity. I grouped them by vibe so you can find what hits your mood.
🔥 Dark Horror Yuri
1. This Monster Wants to Eat Me (Watashi o Tabetai, Hito de Nashi)
- Mangaka: Sai Naekawa
- What makes it special: A mermaid (Shiori) who wants to eat Hinako, yet protects her from other monsters in the meantime. It balances weird horror elements with deep emotional vulnerability.
- 2025 updates: The anime adaptation is slated for October 2, 2025. That increases the hype massively. If you like your yuri with tension, dread, and also weird romance, this is a must.
Why read it: It’s an unusual blend of horror + yuri + existential longing. If you’re tired of straight fluff, this scratches a darker itch nicely.
💕Romance Yuri
2. Assorted Entanglements (Fuzoroi no Renri)
- Mangaka: Mikanuji
- Summary: Connected love stories between women, focusing on realistic romantic and interpersonal struggles. It ended in March 2025 but volumes are still fresh and every chapter feels emotionally rich.
3. I Won’t Let Mistress Suck My Blood
- Mangaka: Paderapollonorio
- Why it’s interesting: Supernatural elements along with romantic tension, but also explores issues of identity, acceptance, and trust. As of mid-2025, the English licensing was confirmed to begin December 2025—so it’s becoming more accessible.
Promising Yuri Manga Gaining Buzz
These series might not all be fully released in 2025, but they’ve got momentum, and I expect many will be seen among the best by the end of the year.
WataNare (There’s No Freaking Way I’ll Be Your Lover! Unless…)
This series has built a loyal fanbase for its mix of awkwardness, romance, and humor.
Koharu and Minato: My Partner Is a Girl
Slice-of-life + autobiographical vibes. Already licensed in English (though the release schedule is still catching up).
Honorable Mentions
I Want to Love You Till Your Dying Day (Kimi ga Shinu Made Koi wo Shitai).
The Fed-Up Office Lady Wants to Serve the Villainess – isekai GL, officially licensed.
It’s All Your Fault (Zenbu Kimi no Sei da).
Not So Shoujo Love Story – trending webtoon GL, licensed in print.
Yuri Is My Job! – ongoing, volume 13 out in 2025.
Cheerful Amnesia – final volumes releasing through 2025.
The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t a Guy at All – ongoing series.
Love Bullet – verified series.
My Girlfriend’s Not Here Today – official GL manga.
A White Rose in Bloom – Asumiko Nakamura, licensed by Seven Seas.
How Do I Turn My Best Friend Into My Girlfriend?
My Deer Friend Nokotan – also has an anime adaptation (2025).
Lilies Blooming in 100 Days – anthology, officially announced for September 2025.
Moon on a Rainy Night (Amayo no Tsuki).
Young Ladies Don’t Play Fighting Games (Ojousama no Untouchable Fight).
Which Yuri Manga Should You Start With?
Here are my suggestions depending on the mood:
| Mood | Start With |
| You want something creepy + romantic | This Monster Wants to Eat Me |
| You want realistic, mature relationships | Assorted Entanglements or I Won’t Let Mistress Suck My Blood |
| You want something light, comforting | Koharu and Minato or WataNare |
| You like cross-genre weirdness | This Monster Wants to Eat Me again (monster + yuri) |
What Makes a Yuri Manga Stand Out
Before diving into specific titles, just a quick note on what I’m looking for (and what you should too):
- Strong character development: Not just romance, but the emotional growth, conflicts, backstory.
- Fresh themes: Horror, supernatural, slice-of-life, workplace drama, etc.—if it mixes genres well, it can elevate the yuri vibe.
- Art & atmosphere: Nice line-work, expressive faces, good layouts.
- Official licensing or translations (if you read in English or other languages)—so you’re not stuck with shady scans.
Conclusion
2025 is proving to be an excellent year for yuri manga fans. Whether you love your stories sweet and light, raw and realistic, or dark and supernatural, there’s a strong lineup. This Monster Wants to Eat Me is probably the biggest standout if you want something new + intense + beautiful. But don’t sleep on Assorted Entanglements or I Won’t Let Mistress Suck My Blood, especially once the English versions drop.
Keep an eye on the upcoming titles I mentioned—they might become your next fave. And always check for licensed translations so you support the creators.
Frequently Asked Question
Q1: What defines a great new yuri manga release vs. just another romance?
A great release—especially in 2025—balances romance with character growth, strong storytelling, distinct voice, good art, and ideally explores new themes (horror, fantasy, workplace, etc.). Also, how well it’s translated or localized matters for non-Japanese readers.
Q2: Is This Monster Wants to Eat Me safe for readers who don’t like gore or horror?
Not entirely. It has horror and supernatural elements, and some scenes of violence (because of monsters/yōkai). If you’re sensitive to those, you might prefer something more slice-of-life or romance-focused like Assorted Entanglements.
Q3: How can I keep up with new yuri manga releases in 2025?
- Follow specialized sites like Yuri Anime News for release lists
- Check Bookshop.org or outlets that list upcoming yuri/girls’ love manga.
- Watch for licensing announcements from Yen Press, Seven Seas, etc.
- Use fan communities (reddit / Discord) but verify with official sources to avoid unreliable scanlation info.
Q4: Which of these are already licensed in English, or will be soon?
- This Monster Wants to Eat Me is licensed by Yen Press.
- Assorted Entanglements is licensed by Yen Press.
- I Won’t Let Mistress Suck My Blood has English licensing confirmed beginning December 2025.
- Koharu and Minato has licensing announced (English) though release schedule is a bit delayed.
Q5: Any hidden gem you think will blow up later in 2025?
I’m betting on Moon on a Rainy Night and *Young Ladies Don’t Play Fighting Games (?)**. They’re currently under-the-radar but have strong fan anticipation. Once more chapters or volumes come out, they could really take off.
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