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Welcome to the world of Yuri โ where romance, emotion, and queer storytelling unfold through anime and comics. From the most beloved Japanese yuri anime couples to genre-defining Japanese yuri manga, and from bold Korean GL manhwa to poetic Chinese GL manhua, this section is your gateway to sapphic storytelling in 2D.
Whether you’re into schoolgirl crushes, fantasy epics, or slice-of-life romance, you’ll find stories that speak to every mood.
Yuri Anime & Manga by Country
Each region brings its own flavor to GL storytelling in anime and manga.
Discover the heartfelt bonds of Japanese yuri anime couples and the classic elegance of Japanese yuri manga.
For readers seeking fresh perspectives, Korean GL manhwa offers bold digital stories with a modern edge, while Chinese GL manhua brings delicate, lyrical tales often layered with subtext.
Browse the cards below to explore each country’s unique sapphic worlds in animation and comics.
๐ฏ๐ต Japanese Yuri Anime
Elegant, emotional, and iconic โ from schoolgirl crushes to slow-burn love stories
๐ฏ๐ต Japanese Yuri Manga
Classic yuri comics that shaped the genre
๐ฐ๐ท Korean GL Manhwa
Queer Korean digital comics with bold, modern themes
๐จ๐ณ Chinese GL Manhua
Delicate and poetic storytelling, often layered with subtext
๐บ๏ธ Discover More by Region
- โค Asian Lesbian Films
- โค Asian GL Series
- โค European Lesbian Films
Our Picks
If youโre new to yuri or want a few guaranteed great reads, here are some staff favorites that stand out for their story, emotion, or visual style.
Bloom Into You
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Adachi and Shimamura
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Lycoris Recoil
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๐บ Where to Watch & Read Yuri
Want to know where to legally watch yuri anime or read GL manga and manhwa online? Here are the most popular platforms for sapphic fans worldwide.
๐ฑ Korean GL Platforms
Manhwa apps with sapphic/GL content (vertical-scroll comics).
Explore vertical comic apps โโ ๏ธ All brand names and links are used for informational purposes only. LesbiansOnScreen is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of the platforms listed above.
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More About Yuri
๐ฅWhat Is โYuriโ? How Is It Different From GL or WLW?
“Yuri” refers to Japanese media that focuses on romantic or emotional bonds between women. While it overlaps with “Girlsโ Love”, yuri often leans toward emotional nuance, subtlety, or slow-burn storytelling. It may or may not include explicit romance.
๐ฅWhatโs the Difference Between Manga, Manhwa & Manhua?
Yuri, GL, WLW โ and then there’s manga, manhwa, and manhua? If you’re confused by the terms, you’re not alone. Here’s a quick breakdown of how these labels differ and what makes each one special.
| Term | Meaning & Format | Used By / Region |
|---|---|---|
| Manga | Japanese comics, usually black-and-white and serialized. Includes many yuri titles like Bloom Into You. | Japan, global anime/manga fans, Western fandoms |
| Manhwa | Korean comics, typically vertical-scroll digital comics with full color. Often published digitally. | Korean readers, digital comic audiences, vertical-scroll readers |
| Manhua | Chinese comics, often poetic and stylized. May include censorship. Growing in WLW storytelling. | Chinese-speaking regions, danmei/GL circles, niche queer fandoms |
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