“Teen con-artist Kizuna can't quit "The Game," but a nude-modeling job offers escape and unexpected romance.”
Torikagosou no Kyou mo Nemutai Juunin-tachi
鳥籠荘の今日も眠たい住人たち
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Synopsis
Teen con-artist Kizuna can't quit "The Game," but a nude-modeling job offers escape and unexpected romance.
Known only as "The Game," it takes players on a thrilling ride, bringing heart-pounding excitement and a sense of loftiness, and possibly a nice wad of cash. The rules are simple: seduce salary men into vulnerable positions before taking off with their money and dignity. Together with an aggressive and competitive group of high school dropouts, 16-year-old Kizuna Etou plays The Game, but begins to have second thoughts. Unfortunately, leaving isn't an option; the final rule of The Game states that no one is allowed to quit. Ever. However, after one of her night-time escapades, Kizuna is approached by a persistent woman with a captivating job offer: model in the nude for the taciturn painter Yusei Asai. Though at first dismissive of each other, these individuals slowly begin to change their stubborn habits and open their hearts to one another.
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What 10 readers settled on.
Strong agreement
σ 0.92 · scores cluster tight
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Not enough recommend signal yet
↑ 1.40
Running avg · Jul 2010 → Sep 2025
- 7 “I find the story refreshingly unique, complemented by high-quality, soft character designs and remarkably realistic personalities. My only frustration lies in the inconsistent release schedule,...”
- 7 “The characters are genuinely interesting with relatable flaws, and the plot offers a refreshing sense of originality. However, the story suffers from Deus Ex Machina moments and lacks the deep...”
- 9 “This manga is an amazing read that beautifully subverts traditional shoujo tropes with a strong-willed heroine and highly likeable, attractive male leads. While the art is not the absolute best, it...”
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A Manga Publication
- Format 21 × 3 ch × vol
- Total read 2h 48m approx
- Published Jan 2007 – Jan 2011
- Source Manga media type
- Ref. BS-M9495 catalog