Ryou Watari was born into a female body but identified as male. He struggled with being rejected for his gender identity and couldn't share it with anyone. However, he found solace in secretly buying boys clothes and expressing himself through a buzzcut. His life changed when Jin Satou joined his class. Jin was carefree, fearless, and unapologetic about his interests. Ryou felt admiration for the first time instead of envy. After meeting Jin in a men's fashion store, he proposed starting a clothing brand together. Overwhelmed and scared, Ryou confessed everything to Jin. To his surprise, Jin was fully accepting. Honored to have his first genuine friend and trusting partner, Ryou agreed to start their business. They recruited a photographer and collaborated with talented outcasts to express themselves through fashion and change the world one step at a time.
Boys Run the Riot has been published in English by Kodansha Comics USA since May 25, 2021.