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An anthology comic of Grow Up Show: Himawari no Circus-dan by various mangaka.

The time is the closing years of the Taishou era. Kinuko (who is blind) falls in love with a young man who aims to be a novelist. Growing impatient about the young man's lack of success, Kinuko proposes a double-suicide. An unpredictable tragicomedy begins! (Source: Hakusensha, translated) Included one-shot: Adabana

Tokunaga is a young comedian struggling to make a name for himself when he is taken under the wing of Kamiya, who is either a crazy genius or perhaps just crazy. Kamiya's indestructible confidence inspires Tokunaga, but it also makes him doubt the limits of his own talent, and dedication to Manzai comedy. Spark is a story about art and friendship, about countless bizarre drunken conversations and how far it's acceptable to go for a laugh. A novel about comedy that's as moving and thoughtful as it is funny, it's already been a sensation in Japan. (Source: Pushkin Press)

The future of Senka and Sentaro, the older and younger apprentices of the endangered "profession" of koudanshi, is uncertain. However, with the support of their master and the people around them, they continue on their "gei no michi", the path of exploration to learn the fascinating art of koudan... (Source: Kodansha, translated)

People are jealous of rookie rakugo performer Akatsuki, whose stage name is Kuroinu Hoteiya, for being the apprentice of the young and talented rakugo Master Koroku. Still, there's a couple of backstage stories none of them know about; that the amazing Master Koroku is the biggest scaredy-cat whose stage fright runs wild before every performance, and that Akatsuki is head-over-heels in love with him! (Source: MU)

Sue, a Jersey girl, and her mother are left to fend for themselves after Sue's father leaves to find work in New York and never returns. After tragedy strikes the family once again, Sue goes to New York alone to become an actress and meets her true father. (Source: MU)

Fune is a girl haunted by the sound of a genius piano performance she heard at a competition years ago. This is the story of her comeback and resonance after nearly losing her way as a pianist. (Source: MangaDex)

Narumi, a first-year high school student, is attracted by the voice of Momochi, a quiet member of the broadcasting committee, and after finding out that Momochi wants to get used to speaking out loud, Narumi decided to help him practice after school.

The dream begins here!! Youth!! The members were scouted by the new teacher who will be the club advisor, but although they all had experience in other sports, they have now all given up on those sports. With a fresh start, the members join the cheerleading club "Dynamites," and little by little they become a team, each with their own aspirations in mind. (Source: Takeshobo, translated)

Momo, 26 years old. Her dream, halfway. She works as an actress in a small theater company while working as an office temp three days a week. She keeps her acting a secret from her colleagues at work, because it's the most important thing to her and she's afraid of losing it. Amidst her beautiful friends, an energetic theater company leader and a steadfast star actress, Momo feels anxious and impatient about living her empty days. Is it okay for her to go on like this...? (Source: Bungeishunju, translated)

"Dankira," a dance battle where teams of three compete to be the best. This story follows young men who strive to be at the top.

As star ballerino, Jean Ivandish endures every cruelty just to keep dancing. But when Lev Volkoprin, a mesmerizing bourgeois star rising in high society, enters his world, everything changes. Lev's gentle warmth and alluring gaze break through Jean's defenses, daring him to dream of a life he truly wants. Yet beneath the glittering spotlight, dangerous secrets linger...and the truth always strikes when you least expect it. Can Jin trust this newfound passion before it destroys him? (Source: Lezhin Entertainment)

Rakugo: A traditional form of Japanese storytelling, told orally by one sitting down. Often humorous, often filled with folly, rakugo has persisted throughout the ages with good reason. Within Masterpiece Rakugo Complete Works, 33 rakugo stories are closely adapted by George Akiyama, who gives them his own charming, chaotic touch. (Source: MangaDex)