ひかえめに言っても、これは愛 [Hikaeme ni Ittemo, Kore wa Ai]

Told with a light touch, Hikaeme ni Ittemo, Kore wa Ai is a romantic comedy manga from Kōdansha that launched in 2021 and is still running. The series follows the sweet, awkward relationship between a stoic yakuza enforcer and a cheerful convenience store clerk, whose unexpected connection blossoms into something far more tender than either expects. Known for its gentle humor and endearing character dynamics, this ongoing eight-issue series is a charming addition to the modern romance genre, proving that love can bloom in the most unlikely places.