I"s Series by Masakazu Katsura

Shy Ichitaka has a crush on his high-school classmate Iori, but ever since she posed for semi-provocative swimsuit photos in a magazine, she's had a lot of sleazy guys hitting on her. Ichitaka's afraid to make his feelings known for fear Iori will think he's just another creep.

High schoolers Ichitaka, Iori and, Itsuki find themselves in a full-blown love triangle. When Ichitaka tries to tell everyone that he and Itsuki are not going out--they're just childhood friends--Itsuki goes and declares her love for Ichitaka...right in front of Iori! That was before Itsuki moved out of his house without telling him where she was going... moreHigh schoolers Ichitaka, Iori and, Itsuki find themselves in a full-blown love triangle. When Ichitaka tries to tell everyone that he and Itsuki are not going out--they're just childhood friends--Itsuki goes and declares her love for Ichitaka...right in front of Iori! That was before Itsuki moved out of his house without telling him where she was going. But, she's just moved down the block! When Itsuki wins a trip to a hot springs resort, she gives the tickets to Iori so she and Ichitaka can enjoy the prize. Is this the chance Ichitaka's been waiting for or will fate find another way to spoil his summertime fun? less

Angst-addled high school student Ichitaka was hoping for a romantic hot springs getaway with the lovely Iori, his number-one-crush-turned-teen-model-fat chance. Their dynamic duo has quickly become a fantastic foursome now that his childhood friend (and über-babe) Itsuki, along with his nebbish buddy Teratani, are tagging along. A starry summer night stroll affords Ichitaka the perfect chance to confess his feelings for Iori, but his declaration de amor seems to fall on deaf ears... moreAngst-addled high school student Ichitaka was hoping for a romantic hot springs getaway with the lovely Iori, his number-one-crush-turned-teen-model-fat chance. Their dynamic duo has quickly become a fantastic foursome now that his childhood friend (and über-babe) Itsuki, along with his nebbish buddy Teratani, are tagging along. A starry summer night stroll affords Ichitaka the perfect chance to confess his feelings for Iori, but his declaration de amor seems to fall on deaf ears. Will he get back at Iori by hooking-up with a headstrong (and bouncy) beach bunny?! less

Ichitaka's birthday is around the corner, and there's only one thing he wants: his beloved Iori--wearing nothing but a ribbon and a smile. Sadly, that won't be happening anytime soon. Barring his initial wish, Ichitaka will settle for a delightful evening on the town with Iori (most likely, with her clothes on), but his childhood friend Itsuki shows up and totally ruins the mood... moreIchitaka's birthday is around the corner, and there's only one thing he wants: his beloved Iori--wearing nothing but a ribbon and a smile. Sadly, that won't be happening anytime soon. Barring his initial wish, Ichitaka will settle for a delightful evening on the town with Iori (most likely, with her clothes on), but his childhood friend Itsuki shows up and totally ruins the mood. Bummed out and bedraggled, Ichitaka manages to ask Iori out again, but she has already made other plans! Will Ichitaka let the b-day blues get the best of him, or will a kiss from Itsuki make him change his mind about his entire angst-addled existence? less

Getting to hang out with Iori in preparation for a school event was, by near and far, the biggest and brightest highlight of lovelorn Ichitaka Seto's life. Sadly, just like all things in life that are too-good-to-be-true, his time with Iori was just that--too brief. But what's this? The original I's team is reunited on a school trip to Kyoto, and Ichitaka and Iori get to visit a temple renowned for forming loving bonds between those who pass beneath its hallowed gates... moreGetting to hang out with Iori in preparation for a school event was, by near and far, the biggest and brightest highlight of lovelorn Ichitaka Seto's life. Sadly, just like all things in life that are too-good-to-be-true, his time with Iori was just that--too brief. But what's this? The original I's team is reunited on a school trip to Kyoto, and Ichitaka and Iori get to visit a temple renowned for forming loving bonds between those who pass beneath its hallowed gates. Will this ancient sanctuary of divine bliss succeed in eternally uniting Ichitaka and Iori, or will yet another Itsuki-related emergency forestall Ichitaka's chances for true love with the girl of his dreams? less

Ichitaka gathers up the courage and asks Itsuki on a date, and he is giddy in the knowledge that things are finally going his way... moreIchitaka gathers up the courage and asks Itsuki on a date, and he is giddy in the knowledge that things are finally going his way. However, Iori is asked to do a photo shoot on the same day as Ichitaka and Itsuki's date--and the guys photographing Iori turn out to be the lechers who put the hidden camera in a room at school to tape the girls changing! Ichitaka is called on to help Iori, but in doing so will he lose Itsuki? Will being second choice yet again drive Itsuki into accepting a job abroad...in Hollywood? less

In order to plan for a school project, Ichitaka, Iori and some of their classmates decide to have a sleepover at Nami's apartment. But what starts out as simple fun turns into trouble when Nami decides they'll all play a dare game. The dares rapidly escalate from playful to embarrassing, and Ichitaka is given a dare to French kiss Iori in front of the whole crowd! Ichitaka has dreamed of wrapping his arms around Iori--but not in front of his lecherous friends... moreIn order to plan for a school project, Ichitaka, Iori and some of their classmates decide to have a sleepover at Nami's apartment. But what starts out as simple fun turns into trouble when Nami decides they'll all play a dare game. The dares rapidly escalate from playful to embarrassing, and Ichitaka is given a dare to French kiss Iori in front of the whole crowd! Ichitaka has dreamed of wrapping his arms around Iori--but not in front of his lecherous friends. He can't figure out which will make Iori hate him more--going through with the kiss, or refusing to do it. If he succumbs to his desires, will he ever be able to look her in the face again? less

Shy Ichitaka has a crush on his high school classmate Iori, but ever since she posed for semi-provocative swimsuit photos in a magazine, she's had a lot of sleazy guys hitting on her. Ichitaka's afraid to make his feelings known for fear Iori will think he's just another creep. Torn between his physical feelings for Iori and his desire for real love, Ichitaka's life gets more complicated when his childhood friend Itsuki moves back from America and ends up living in his house!

Shy Ichitaka has a crush on his high school classmate Iori, but ever since she posed for semi-provocative swimsuit photos in a magazine, she's had a lot of sleazy guys hitting on her. Ichitaka's afraid to make his feelings known for fear Iori will think he's just another creep. Torn between his physical feelings for Iori and his desire for real love, Ichitaka's life gets more complicated when his childhood friend Itsuki moves back from America and ends up living in his house!

At first it seems like a dream come true--Ichitaka has a Christmas Eve date with Iori. But just as he is about to confess his love, Izumi's psycho boyfriend shows up looking for a fight. Then Ichitaka finds out that Izumi is waiting for him at the train station. And one of Iori's friends shows up after her own date goes sour, asking Iori to take her home. But just as it seems the evening will end in disaster, Ichitaka figures out a way to salvage the evening--if only he has the guts to do it.

Shy Ichitaka has a crush on his high school classmate Iori, but ever since she posed for semi-provocative swimsuit photos in a magazine, she's had a lot of sleazy guys hitting on her. Ichitaka's afraid to make his feelings known for fear Iori will think he's just another creep.

Teratani has invited the group to celebrate graduation by staying at his family's resort hotel. He even arranges to have Ichitaka share a room with Iori. Although finally alone together, the young couple find themselves awash in a mixture of love, bashfulness and embarrassment... moreTeratani has invited the group to celebrate graduation by staying at his family's resort hotel. He even arranges to have Ichitaka share a room with Iori. Although finally alone together, the young couple find themselves awash in a mixture of love, bashfulness and embarrassment. Just when it seems they might be able to relax and enjoy themselves, trouble appears in the form of uninvited guests, bringing new dangers that threaten to destroy Ichitaka's chance at happiness and Ior's budding acting career in a single stroke! Now Ichitaka must find a way to salvage both. less

After graduating high school, Ichitaka and Iori begin a new stage of life. Iori's career gets increasingly busy when she lands a role on a television drama. Meanwhile, Ichitaka takes a big step of his own--moving out of his parents' house and into his own apartment. With the luxury of freedom comes a new surprise--next door to him lives the pretty young Aso. Now while Iori struggles with the pressures of training, performing and success, Ichitaka must struggle with a new temptation... moreAfter graduating high school, Ichitaka and Iori begin a new stage of life. Iori's career gets increasingly busy when she lands a role on a television drama. Meanwhile, Ichitaka takes a big step of his own--moving out of his parents' house and into his own apartment. With the luxury of freedom comes a new surprise--next door to him lives the pretty young Aso. Now while Iori struggles with the pressures of training, performing and success, Ichitaka must struggle with a new temptation. Will Iori and Ichitaka grow further apart, as they both fear, or will love keep them together? less

Although officially they're going out, Ichitaka gets to see less of Iori than ever since she landed a role in a popular television drama. His feelings of alienation increase when her agent tells him he can't see her for the duration of the filming schedule. In the meantime, Ichitaka gets to know his new next-door neighbor, Aiko Aso. As the days pass, he finds himself growing attracted to her. Things begin to heat up when Aiko is abandoned by her old boyfriend... moreAlthough officially they're going out, Ichitaka gets to see less of Iori than ever since she landed a role in a popular television drama. His feelings of alienation increase when her agent tells him he can't see her for the duration of the filming schedule. In the meantime, Ichitaka gets to know his new next-door neighbor, Aiko Aso. As the days pass, he finds himself growing attracted to her. Things begin to heat up when Aiko is abandoned by her old boyfriend. As Aiko becomes more available, and Iori drifts further away, Ichitaka has to decide whether or not to hold on to an increasingly impossible dream. less

Lori's fame is taking a toll on her personal life. Another actor is trying to use her fame to promote his own career. Her agency is putting increasing pressure on her to break up with Ichitaka. And worst of all, a stalker calling himself "The Marionette King" has started to make death threats against her. Now Ichitaka feels he has to protect her career, their relationship, and even her life!