Stepping on Roses
Viz · 2010–2013 · 9 issues
About the series
In Stepping on Roses (2010–2013), a young woman in Meiji-era Japan is sold into a loveless marriage to a wealthy but troubled man, setting the stage for a dramatic tale of class, sacrifice, and simmering romance. This nine-issue series from Viz Media, written and illustrated by Rinko Ueda, blends historical detail with the emotional intensity of shojo manga. It matters as a compact, emotionally charged period piece that explores how far someone will go for family—and whether love can bloom in the most transactional of arrangements.
