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飴色パラドックス [Ameiro Paradox] #6.5
Candy Color Paradox Assorted Pack
Reporter Onoe and photographer Kaburagi constantly bicker and argue on their stakeouts, but will their antagonistic behavior paradoxically evolve into something sweeter?
Satoshi Onoe, a reporter for a weekly magazine, has a new stakeout partner, and he’s anything but thrilled about it. Photographer Motoharu Kaburagi’s unconventional reporting methods and overall bad attitude are enough to drive Onoe insane. But the more the two work together, the closer they get.
Onoe and Kaburagi have had some rough patches in their relationship as these opposites navigate their unlikely love—but their bond is paradoxically stronger than ever. In true tabloid style, this compilation of never-before-seen Candy Color Paradox side and bonus stories spills all the juicy details of their romantic life. Includes a 16-page color gallery with exclusive illustrations and comic shorts!
Satoshi Onoe, a reporter for a weekly magazine, has a new stakeout partner, and he’s anything but thrilled about it. Photographer Motoharu Kaburagi’s unconventional reporting methods and overall bad attitude are enough to drive Onoe insane. But the more the two work together, the closer they get.
Onoe and Kaburagi have had some rough patches in their relationship as these opposites navigate their unlikely love—but their bond is paradoxically stronger than ever. In true tabloid style, this compilation of never-before-seen Candy Color Paradox side and bonus stories spills all the juicy details of their romantic life. Includes a 16-page color gallery with exclusive illustrations and comic shorts!
144 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 2023
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About the author
Isaku Natsume
58 books195 followersIsaku Natsume (native name: 夏目イサク) is a Japanese author of Boys' Love manga.
Aside from the manga published with publishing companies, she also runs two Dōjin circles: 139 and Chekera.
List of all her works (detailed) : http://infbot.cocolog-nifty.com/blog/...
Associated names :
チェケラ
チェケラ!
夏目維朔
139
Cheke-Rara
Aside from the manga published with publishing companies, she also runs two Dōjin circles: 139 and Chekera.
List of all her works (detailed) : http://infbot.cocolog-nifty.com/blog/...
Associated names :
チェケラ
チェケラ!
夏目維朔
139
Cheke-Rara
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July 23, 2025
this was so cute! i wanted to see more intimate moments between onoe and kabu, and this definitely delivered. i’m excited for the next volume :)
May 28, 2024
A collection of cute short stories. Kabu and Onoe are relationship goals :')
March 13, 2024
Super cute sort stories!
But like…when is the next volume 👀
But like…when is the next volume 👀
December 22, 2025
This is just a collection of various bonus comics that were produced for this series over the years, so it doesn't add too much in terms of overall plot. It's still great to be able to get all this extra material, and there are a few really nice extras in here.
Some aren't too much to my taste - never totally understood the age regression trope, for example, but I appreciate that Natsume was just trying to play around with ideas that could never be included in the regular storyline. (Although did there really need to be like six of those?)
The bodyswap one was interesting mainly because it played with the trope a little bit. I really liked that Kasai's attraction to Onoe was entirely based on his personality, and that he realized this very quickly once he was roped into their errand-boy role so no one else found out about their predicament. It was also fun to see Onoe and Kaburagi swapping expressions - I can see how artists would enjoy drawing that.
I also appreciated that it, for once, didn't go into smutty territory - Kaburagi has zero interest in making out with his own face, even with Onoe's soul behind it. Onoe may think Kaburagi has an overinflated ego, or at least he did in the early days, but it's clear that he's really not all that full of himself and that he wholeheartedly adores Onoe. In a weird way, it felt more romantic for them to wait until they were swapped back, because they genuinely just really love each other exactly as they are.
There was also a little bit more of Onoe's parents, and some fun jokes about Kaburagi's accent.
An overall cute collection that's really just meant for fans of the series who want to collect every last tidbit. I appreciate that this got licensed along with the rest!
Some aren't too much to my taste - never totally understood the age regression trope, for example, but I appreciate that Natsume was just trying to play around with ideas that could never be included in the regular storyline. (Although did there really need to be like six of those?)
The bodyswap one was interesting mainly because it played with the trope a little bit. I really liked that Kasai's attraction to Onoe was entirely based on his personality, and that he realized this very quickly once he was roped into their errand-boy role so no one else found out about their predicament. It was also fun to see Onoe and Kaburagi swapping expressions - I can see how artists would enjoy drawing that.
I also appreciated that it, for once, didn't go into smutty territory - Kaburagi has zero interest in making out with his own face, even with Onoe's soul behind it. Onoe may think Kaburagi has an overinflated ego, or at least he did in the early days, but it's clear that he's really not all that full of himself and that he wholeheartedly adores Onoe. In a weird way, it felt more romantic for them to wait until they were swapped back, because they genuinely just really love each other exactly as they are.
There was also a little bit more of Onoe's parents, and some fun jokes about Kaburagi's accent.
An overall cute collection that's really just meant for fans of the series who want to collect every last tidbit. I appreciate that this got licensed along with the rest!
March 13, 2024
I've been waiting so long for this!!!
First off, I think collecting a manga's art and special one-shots into an anthology like this is an EXCELLENT idea, and I really hope more publishers do it. It's such a nice way for fans to have access to bonus comics with super limited releases.
Secondly, while some may be disappointed that this is not a new formal entry into the series, I could not be happier. This is my favorite BL series, my favorite BL relationship, and this is a volume composed entirely of cute scenes where they get to be endearing together??? What is NOT to love??? I can see myself rereading this often (I've already read it twice and it came out today) whenever I need a sudden dose of pure dopamine.
First off, I think collecting a manga's art and special one-shots into an anthology like this is an EXCELLENT idea, and I really hope more publishers do it. It's such a nice way for fans to have access to bonus comics with super limited releases.
Secondly, while some may be disappointed that this is not a new formal entry into the series, I could not be happier. This is my favorite BL series, my favorite BL relationship, and this is a volume composed entirely of cute scenes where they get to be endearing together??? What is NOT to love??? I can see myself rereading this often (I've already read it twice and it came out today) whenever I need a sudden dose of pure dopamine.
April 5, 2024
This volume contains a bunch of extra stories, some random, and some related to the main storyline. All in all, a really cute addition to this series.
The extra stories are organized in chronological order in accordance to the main plot-line, so it’s not hard to figure out when each short comic takes place. My favorites though, were the ones with a silly premise, like the aged up/down one and the body switch one.
The extra stories are organized in chronological order in accordance to the main plot-line, so it’s not hard to figure out when each short comic takes place. My favorites though, were the ones with a silly premise, like the aged up/down one and the body switch one.
March 17, 2024
I love this couple!!!! Always making me laugh!!!!
This volume is just a collection of short side stories. My favorite had to be the body swapping story!
It’s not “necessary” to read this to continue the story but if you like the characters, you will enjoy this.
This volume is just a collection of short side stories. My favorite had to be the body swapping story!
It’s not “necessary” to read this to continue the story but if you like the characters, you will enjoy this.
March 17, 2024
This was a super cute little collection of short story’s, and if you’re a fan, you’ll enjoy it. However, if you are here for plot, it’s not that kind of volume. We must patiently wait for that content.
February 7, 2024
See u in next volume... but when's that!!
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March 24, 2024
I love these two so much!! Wish they included a what if Kaba was 18 yr old too lol
March 25, 2024
More than a little goofy but a fun read anyway! 😃
March 29, 2024
3.5 rounded up
The bonus stories and color pages were fun but I’m dying to read another mainline volume
The bonus stories and color pages were fun but I’m dying to read another mainline volume
April 27, 2024
Very cute!
May 12, 2024
super cute short stories! and even some coloured art, mix of fluff and smut 👀 i missed onoe and kabu~
May 28, 2024
Collection of extras from the main series, cute enough but lacks substance
May 31, 2024
A cute manga full of one shots and little specials we rarely get to see in English! Nothing to add to the plot, just some scenes.
July 30, 2024
3.5 stars.
October 12, 2024
4.5 stars
It was good and had some new content and some content I've read before. I didn't realize how harsh or rude K could be towards Onoe.
It was good and had some new content and some content I've read before. I didn't realize how harsh or rude K could be towards Onoe.
April 11, 2025
3 stars for the series as a whole
June 13, 2025
This was the hit of dopamine I needed. They are so darn cute together. I love seeing all the little ways they love each other and appreciate each other. I love the jealousy too.
January 19, 2026
(4.5) AAAAA lo mucho que los extrañaba, devuélvanmelos por favor 😭😭 todo fue muy bonito, hot y gracioso!!
April 16, 2025
LOS AMO LOS AMO LOS AMO TANTO hacen que se me hinche el corazón de alegría y gracias a estos extras es canon que kaburagi cuando se siente mal o cansado ve fotos de ONOE PARA RECOBRAR LOS ANIMOS TIENE UN ÁLBUM SOLO DE ÉL PÁ ESTO EN UN INICIO NI SE IMAGINABA
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