Boys Run the Riot

In the manga Boys Run the Riot, published by Editora JBC from 2022 to 2023, a trans high school student and his new friend channel their frustrations into launching a streetwear brand. This four-issue series explores identity, friendship, and self-expression through the lens of fashion and underground culture. Created by Keito Gaku, the story is notable for its authentic, empathetic portrayal of a transgender protagonist navigating adolescence in Japan.