This was such an interesting story! I loved the dive into the paranormal! The main character passing it off as sleep paralysis was a great idea! I actually expected this to be more slice of life but was pleasantly surprised by the paranormal action!

This was so cute!
Osuke is on his own after graduation and when he comes back to his hours old apartment it’s been flooded! Out on the street he is approached by a quirky man who gives him an offer he can barely refuse after hearing about him basically being homeless. Live in this luxury apartment.. but with a catch.

Osuke is introduced to a world of yokai and has to live and work with Nijio - his angry looking roommate who is really hard to read!

I really enjoyed this first volume and would love to continue if there are more in the series! The main characters relationship is funny and sweet and I’d love to see if they gain more yokai spirits along the way.

The book subtitle says it all ─ The Roof Over My Head Comes with Monsters and a Hottie. The story is off to a great start and I really enjoyed the art style. I will be back for volume two.

I received a digital copy of this manga from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

**My Noisy Roommate: The Roof Over My Head Comes With Monsters and a Hottie** delivers a delightful mix of supernatural intrigue and BL romance, perfect for fans of both genres.

The story kicks off with Osuke, who, after losing his home, finds himself thrust into an unexpected situation. Just as he's settling into his new apartment, he’s unceremoniously evicted, only to be offered a seemingly perfect place under rather peculiar conditions. Enter Nijio, a stunningly attractive blond who is as enigmatic as he is charming. It turns out that Nijio is not just a roommate but also a guardian of sorts, tasked with managing the supernatural phenomena that seem to follow Osuke.

The manga’s charm lies in its ability to blend the everyday struggles of finding a place to live with the fantastical elements of the supernatural. Osuke’s initial excitement about his new apartment quickly turns to bemusement and intrigue as he learns that his new living situation comes with both supernatural beings and a strikingly handsome roommate.

Nijio, with his mysterious aura and unconventional beliefs about the supernatural, adds a refreshing twist to the usual roommate dynamic. His interactions with Osuke are both humorous and endearing, with the chemistry between them developing amidst the chaos of ghosts and otherworldly creatures. The romantic tension between the characters is a highlight, offering fans of BL a satisfying blend of flirtation, emotional depth, and lighthearted moments.

The artwork complements the story perfectly, with dynamic illustrations that capture both the eerie and romantic elements of the plot. The supernatural elements are well-integrated, adding an extra layer of intrigue without overshadowing the developing romance. The balance between humor, romance, and supernatural drama makes for a compelling and entertaining read.

For fans of BL and supernatural themes, **My Noisy Roommate** offers a delightful escape into a world where the mundane and the magical collide. The combination of a charmingly flawed protagonist, an enigmatic and attractive roommate, and a host of supernatural occurrences creates a story that is both fun and engaging. If you enjoyed series like **FANGS** and **The Dragon’s Betrothed**, this manga will be a welcome addition to your collection.

When Osuke leaves home for the first time, unfortunate events happen, and he is kicked out of his apartment on the first day! He then gets an offer from a real estate agent for a room but with a catch: he has to room with Nijio, who deals with the supernatural as his job, and Osuke gets looped in!

I enjoyed this a lot. The story has a balanced blend of comedy, mystery, with supernatural elements. It was paced well, with each chapter dedicated to a new assignment.
It was cool to see the different types of yokai presented. I appreciated the variety shown! Not all of them are creepy or violent. There’s also an explanation of each yokai at the end of the book.

Osuke's nice personality and his aloofness compliments the mysterious and stoic Nijio, creating a lot of comical moments.

The art style was beautifully detailed with crisp, clean line art and excellent shading.

Are you looking for an easy to read, cute story that involves beautiful art and hot male leads? Check this out. But if you’re easily disturbed by monsters, ghosts, and the supernatural, then maybe not. I personally did not find it scary at all, but there were a couple of creepy images.

Thank you to Net Galley and Kodansha Comics for providing this free review copy. All my opinions are my own.

Thank you to Netgallery and Kadansha Comics for an early release copy of My Noisy Roommate: The Roof Over My Head Comes With Monsters and a Hottie by Kano Ozaki.

This story has an interesting premise! Each Ghost that our main characters try and negotiate with are interesting to read about, My favorite negotiation with a ghost has to be the Zashikiwarashi (Zashiki-warashi?) the character design for them is adorable, the scene with the alcohol is cute and funny, I hope that the author keeps them around, they are one of the cutest characters. I like our main characters however I think I needed more time with them to really love them, I don’t think we get to know either of them to much in volume one. I would be interested to continue reading this series and see what other kinds ghost these two negotiates. Also the teaser about new characters? I’m intrigued!

This is such a cute manga about two men trying to negotiate with Japanese ghosts, demons, and other otherworldly creatures to leave houses occupied by humans. The two men are opposites (kind of like a grumpy/sunshine trope), which creates a really cute dynamic!

Fantastic beginning of a new BL fantasy / paranormal manga series. The art is absolutely gorgeous and it's great that the author gives some information on the mythological beings being mentioned or appearing in the story. Osuke is an adorable guy and Nijio more of a cool, mysterious character. They work well together and it's nice to see their relationship slowly develop. I do also appreciate that the author seems to take their time writing their romance. So far, nothing felt rushed, be dubious consent happens, which is great to see.
I'm excited to see the story go on and I'll hope to one day own a printed version of the manga.

This new series has a really fun set up.
I really like both of our male leads, and I really enjoy their odd couple energy. Weaving in the yokai relocation element to the story just fed my soul in the best way. The cast of characters are quickly making their way into found family territory, and I am actually excited to see where this one goes. It could go a few ways, so I'm interested to see where we land.

Thank you for letting read this.

I am like the concept of the ghost as roommates because at frist the other roommate beside Osuke and Nijio but they did gain a roommate which I thought he was cute. I do like how Nijio is starting to like osuke for be a scared and worrisome because of the jobs they get.

Thank youI received a copy of this Volume from the publisher on NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you!

First, I think the art style of this series is beautiful, it left a very strong impression on me and I wish I was more willing to continue the series just for that. Unfortunately I just don't feel very drawn or compelled to continue based on this volume.

The label of BL Romance definitely has me a bit confused, because there really isn't much romance at all. I'm not sure if the tension was supposed to be there but it genuinely felt like I was just reading about friends (if they could even be called that much). Neither character was giving much of anything. This in addition to the characters not feeling very fleshed out just makes it very difficult to feel engaged.
The pacing felt strange in the beginning because of how quickly we were moving through any worldbuilding we were given. I know it is difficult to find the balance, especially for the first volume, but it was disappointing.
All this being said, it is still a fun concept that I'm sure can improve in future volumes. I love the idea of the characters working as spiritual real estate agents and colleagues having to live together. I hope this series is able to deliver on the romance it promises.

This was so fun? I need the second one like yesterday!!

If crack is treating itself seriously and it works out.

Im looking forward to their journey.. lets see how slowburn it really is.

Really enjoyed the pacing of the storyline and the art style is beautiful. Can't wait to hear about the two new characters and more about this realtor business.

Even though this a BL manga, I was happy to find out that the plot comes first in this case. It is a cute story about a young guy Osuke who became homeless due to water damage in the room that he had just rented. He doesn't know what to do and is suddenly approached by a real estate agent that tells him that he has a room for him for a very low price. The caviat that he will have to room with an aloof and heavily tatooed and pierced guy. Turns out the room is haunted and Osuke is the only one who can see and feel the ghost. And his scary looking roommate Nijio is actually a ghost negotiator/exorcist. I found this manga to be funny and exciting. I can not wait for later volumes to see how the relationship between the characters will progress.

This was an enjoyable read. The plot's fun and the art is amazing. Since Asian countries tend to have elaborate spooky stories about spirits, I knew there was a lot you could do with this and I'm excited to see how the story develops in future volumes.

I wouldn't really classify this as BL yet - the MCs seem to have a nice relationship for now but it does seem to hint toward a romance later.

Absolutely loved this story! I love the concept of them helping ghosts move on. and finding new places to live. Its an ADORABLE story and i cannot wait to read volume 2!

Thank you NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the ARC

Really fun quick read with very amazing art.
I love the spooky, eerie vibes and setting. The cases feature a mix of traditional and modern japanese monsters as well as urban legends. It's really cool to see the range of superstitious beliefs come to life in such an engaging way. The main characters and their abilities are also interesting.
I will definitely read on when the next volume is released to see where all of this is going and learn more cool horror trivia.

Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha for providing me with this ARC.

This was amazing! I was initially attracted to the cover and the art style, but the story and the plot were even more interesting that I completed it in one sitting! The blonde Nijio and our protagonist have such a cute relationship! And the whole premise of relocating ghosts to their orignal habitats or better homes is so intriguing and fun!

The ghosts themselves were so different. I loved the Little ghost who just wanted someone to play and helped Nijio to overcome his past and further strengthen his relationship with the MC. The MC and Nijio have a very cute dynamic. In the beginning things might not have worked especially when the ghosts were aggressive and the MC was so vulnerable and had no knowledge of his abilities but later on they both get to understand each other and make efforts to build their relationship which was very sweet!

I am excited to read the next volume where hopefully I'll get to see their relationship grow and who knows they might go on collecting more ghosts.

Overall it was a really fun read and if you like ghosts, supernatural stuff, found family troped and cute couples then this is for you!

This is a fun BL manga, and also a little refreshing. It follows our main character who loses his apartment, and is in search of something new he can afford. He found a great offer, and reluctantly went with it. However nightmares seem to be affecting him at no end, which we later find out his him being haunted by ghosts, and its his roommates job to rehome them. They start working together to get rid of them as a team. I am curious where the rest of the series is planning to go.

A fun, slightly crazy manga, with a gallery of colorful characters! A pint of tenderness, yokai and *we hope* a lovely love story!