ボーイズ・ビー [Bōizu Bī / Boys Be...]

A long-running 1990s manga from Kōdansha, Boys Be... follows a group of Japanese high school friends navigating the awkward, exhilarating terrain of first love and adolescent relationships. Spanning 32 issues, the series is known for its episodic, bittersweet vignettes that capture the small, resonant moments of teenage romance. It remains a touchstone of the shōnen romance genre, celebrated for its grounded, empathetic portrayal of young people figuring out their hearts.