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{{short description|Japanese manga series}}
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{{Infobox animanga/Header
| name            = Candy Color Paradox
| image           = Candy Color Paradox vol 1 JPN original.jpg
| image_size      = 
| caption         = Cover of the Japanese version's first edition of vol. 1, released on March 30, 2011
| ja_kanji        = 飴色パラドックス
| ja_romaji       = Ameiro Paradokkusu
| genre           = [[Romantic comedy]],<ref name="davinci 2016-03-14"/> [[boys' love]]<ref name="davinci 2016-03-14"/><!-- Note: Use and cite reliable sources to identify genre/s, not personal interpretation. Please don't include more than three genres (per [[MOS:A&M]]). -->
}}
{{Infobox animanga/Print
| type            = manga
| author          = {{ill|Isaku Natsume|ja|夏目イサク}}
| publisher       = [[Shinshokan]]
| publisher_en    = {{English manga publisher | NA=[[Viz Media|SuBLime]]}}
| demographic     = {{transliteration|ja|[[Josei manga|Josei]]}}
| magazine        = {{ubl|[[Dear+]] {{noitalic|(2010&ndash;2012)}}|Chéri+ {{noitalic|(2014&ndash;present)}}}}
| imprint         = Dear+ Comics
| first           = {{start date|2010|12|14}}
| last            = 
| volumes         = 6
| volume_list     = 
}}
{{Infobox animanga/Video
| type            = drama
| title           = 
| director        = [[Tomoyuki Furumaya]]
| producer        = 
| writer          = {{ill|Miako Tadano|ja|唯野未歩子}}
| music           = 
| studio          = Flag Pictures
| licensee        = {{flatlist|
* [[Viki (streaming service)|Viki]]
* [[GagaOOLala]]}}
| network         = {{flatlist|
* [[MBS TV|MBS]]}}
| network_en      = 
| first           = {{Start date|2022|12|15}}
| last            = {{End date|2023|2|10}}
| episodes        = 8
| episode_list    = 
}}
{{Infobox animanga/Footer}}

{{nihongo|'''''Candy Color Paradox'''''|飴色パラドックス|Ameiro Paradokkusu|lead=yes}} is a Japanese [[manga]] series by {{ill|Isaku Natsume|ja|夏目イサク}}. It was [[serial (literature)|serialized]] in the [[boys' love]] [[manga magazine]] ''[[Dear+]]'' from December 14, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The series was later renewed and published in the Spring 2014 issue of ''Chéri+'', where it continues to be serialized irregularly. A live-action television drama adaptation was broadcast from December 15, 2022 to February 10, 2023 for [[Drama Shower]], a programming block created [[MBS TV|MBS]] in collaboration with Tunku, [[Kadokawa Corporation]]'s label for live-action boys' love television dramas.

==Plot==

Originally a reporter for politics, journalist Satoshi Onoe is suddenly transferred to the celebrity gossip section in the weekly tabloid magazine ''Dash!'' and paired with photographer Motoharu Kaburagi, who Onoe views as his rival, as his partner for stake-outs. Onoe and Kaburagi constantly clash with each other from many factors such as Onoe's strong sense of justice, Kaburagi's two-faced and unethical methods of gathering information, and Onoe's ex-girlfriend choosing Kaburagi over him. Over time, Onoe comes to respect Kaburagi as he understands him more, while Kaburagi values Onoe's innocent outlook over journalism. The two eventually fall in love as they continue working together.<ref name="ann 2022-11-13"/>

==Characters==
;{{nihongo|Satoshi Onoe|尾上 聡|Onoe Satoshi}}
:{{voiced by|[[Takashi Kondō]] (drama CD),<ref name="dramacd1"/> [[Yusuke Shirai]] (OVA)<ref name="6lovers"/>}}; {{portrayed by|{{ill|Keito Kimura|ja|木村慧人}}<ref name="ann 2022-11-13"/>}}
:Onoe is a reporter for ''Dash!'' and has a straight-laced personality.<ref name="tvguide 2022-12-14"/> He has a strong sense of justice.<ref name="tvguide 2022-12-14"/>
;{{nihongo|Motoharu Kaburagi|蕪木 元治|Kaburagi Motoharu}}
:{{voiced by|[[Tomoaki Maeno]] (drama CD),<ref name="dramacd1"/> [[Junta Terashima]] (OVA)<ref name="6lovers"/>}}; {{portrayed by|{{ill|Jyutaro Yamanaka|ja|山中柔太朗}}<ref name="ann 2022-11-13"/>}}
:Kaburagi works as a photographer in ''Dash!'', and while he has a cool composure, he also has a kind side that allows him to show consideration for others.<ref name="tvguide 2022-12-14"/> Unlike Onoe, Kaburagi will do anything for a scoop and maintains his connections through deceit, bribery, and sex to obtain information.<ref name="tvguide 2022-12-14"/> Kaburagi admires Onoe's innocent outlook on journalism and hopes that he will not become as jaded as he is.

==Media==
===Manga===

''Candy Color Paradox'' is written and illustrated by {{ill|Isaku Natsume|ja|夏目イサク}}. It is serialized in the [[boys' love]] [[manga magazine]] ''[[Dear+]]'' from the January 2011 issue released on December 14, 2010 to the June 2012 issue released on May 14, 2012.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.shinshokan.co.jp/book/b564870.html | title=ディアプラス2012年6月号 | trans-title=''Dear+'' June 2012 issue | language=ja | work=[[Shinshokan]] | accessdate=2022-12-20}}</ref> Natsume resumed the series beginning with the Spring 2014 issue of ''Chéri+'' released on April 30, 2014, where it continues to be serialized irregularly.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.shinshokan.co.jp/book/b569015.html | title=シェリプラス2014年ハルvol.12 | trans-title=''Chéri+'' Spring 2014 issue vol. 12 | language=ja | work=[[Shinshokan]] | accessdate=2022-12-20}}</ref> The chapters were later released in six [[Tankōbon|bound volumes]] by [[Shinshokan]] under the Dear+ Comics imprint.

''Isaku Natsume Fanbook'', a collection featuring Natsume's boys' love works published with Shinshokan, was released on November 30, 2013 and included extra comics consisting of crossovers with ''Dōshiyō mo Nai Keredo'' and ''Tight Rope'', her other works.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.shinshokan.co.jp/book/b567147.html | title=夏目イサク ファンブック | trans-title=Isaku Natsume Fanbook | language=ja | work=[[Shinshokan]] | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=July 16, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220716062243/https://www.shinshokan.co.jp/book/b567147.html | url-status=live }}</ref> In 2015, the release of vol. 3  of ''Candy Color Paradox'' was included in a promotional event where first-press editions were distributed with an extra comic.<ref name="natalie 2015-09-22">{{cite news | url=https://natalie.mu/comic/news/160590 | title=夏目イサク3カ月連続発売で「ハートの隠れ家」ドラマCD全サや原画展 | language=ja | work=[[Natalie (website)|Natalie]] | date=2015-09-22 | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=December 22, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221222023737/https://natalie.mu/comic/news/160590 | url-status=live }}</ref> The first press bonus also included a ticket that allowed customers to apply to purchase an [[audio drama]] CD adaptation of Natsume's latest work at the time, ''Heart no Kakurega''.<ref name="natalie 2015-09-22"/> In late October 2015, Natsume's artwork for ''Candy Color Paradox'', as well as ''Heart no Kakurega'', had a feature exhibition at Yurindo Comic Kingdom at [[Yokohama Station]].<ref name="natalie 2015-09-22"/>

On September 15, 2017, ''Dear+'' announced that the {{transliteration|ja|tankōbon}} versions will be released with a new cover design starting with volume 4. The covers for volumes 1 to 3 were also redesigned with new artwork following the announcement.<ref>{{cite tweet |author=Dear+ &amp; Chéri+ Editorial Department |authorlink=Dear+ |user=dear_plus_ |number=908663334920007680 |date=2017-09-15 |title=【🌟応募者全員サービス🌟】 夏目イサク先生の超人気作『飴色パラドックス』が④巻からカバーデザイン一新！🎉✨ それにともない、既刊①〜③巻もデザインリニューアル＆「①〜③巻新デザインカバーセット」応募者全員サービスも実施！😆🎊✨ 詳細⇒http://shinshokan.com/139/ |trans-title= |language=ja |link=https://twitter.com/dear_plus_/status/908663334920007680 |access-date=2022-12-20}}</ref>

On August 1, 2018, [[Viz Media]] announced that they had licensed the series for North American distribution in English under their SuBLime imprint.<ref>{{cite news | first=Karen | last=Ressler | url=https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2018-08-01/sublime-licenses-love-in-limbo-candy-color-paradox-manga/.134972 | title=SuBLime Licenses Love in Limbo, Candy Color Paradox Manga | work=[[Anime News Network]] | date=2018-08-01 | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=December 21, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221221030434/https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2018-08-01/sublime-licenses-love-in-limbo-candy-color-paradox-manga/.134972 | url-status=live }}</ref>

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===Drama CD===

Several [[audio drama]]s based on each volume of ''Candy Color Paradox'' was released by Shinshokan on CD, starring [[Takashi Kondō]] as Onoe and [[Tomoaki Maeno]] as Kaburagi.<ref name="dramacd1">{{cite web | url=https://www.shinshokan.co.jp/book/b569599.html | title=ドラマCD「飴色パラドックス」 | trans-title=Drama CD ''Candy Color Paradox'' | language=ja | work=[[Shinshokan]] | accessdate=2022-12-20}}</ref> The first drama CD was released on July 30, 2011.<ref name="dramacd1"/> The second drama CD was released on November 28, 2012.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.shinshokan.co.jp/book/b569598.html | title=ドラマCD「飴色パラドックス (2) 」 | trans-title=Drama CD ''Candy Color Paradox'' vol. 2 | language=ja | work=[[Shinshokan]] | accessdate=2022-12-20}}</ref> The third drama CD was released on February 26, 2016.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.oricon.co.jp/prof/41498/products/1173593/1/ | title=飴色パラドックス3 | trans-title=''Candy Color Paradox'' vol. 3 | language=ja | work=[[Oricon]] | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=December 21, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221221030432/https://www.oricon.co.jp/prof/41498/products/1173593/1/ | url-status=live }}</ref>

===OVA===

''Candy Color Paradox: (Secret) Tape'' was included as part of ''6 Lovers'', a compilation DVD featuring six [[anime]] shorts based on the series from ''Dear+'' as part of the magazine's 20th anniversary.<ref name="6lovers">{{cite web | url=https://www.shinshokan.co.jp/book/b565110.html | title=ディアプラス20周年記念インモーションアニメ作品集「6 LOVERS」(DVD) | trans-title=Dear+ 20th Anniversary Celebration In Motion Anime Compilation ''6 Lovers'' (DVD) | language=ja | work=[[Shinshokan]] | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=July 30, 2021 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210730051019/https://www.shinshokan.co.jp/book/b565110.html | url-status=live }}</ref> ''6 Lovers'' was released on March 30, 2021.<ref name="6lovers"/> The short stars [[Yusuke Shirai]] as Onoe and [[Junta Terashima]] as Kaburagi.<ref name="6lovers"/>

===Television drama===

On November 13, 2022, Flag Pictures announced that they were producing a live-action television drama adaptation of ''Candy Color Paradox'' with 8 episodes planned.<ref name="ann 2022-11-13">{{cite news | first=Crystalyn | last=Hodgkins | url=https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-11-13/candy-color-paradox-boys-love-manga-gets-live-action-tv-series/.191837 | title=Candy Color Paradox Boys Love Manga Gets Live-Action TV Series | work=[[Anime News Network]] | date=2022-11-13 | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=December 21, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221221030434/https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-11-13/candy-color-paradox-boys-love-manga-gets-live-action-tv-series/.191837 | url-status=live }}</ref> The series premiered on December 15, 2022 as the fifth entry of [[MBS TV|MBS]]' [[Drama Shower]] programming block,<ref name="dwango 2022-12-13"/> with other broadcasts on [[TV Kanagawa]], [[Gunma TV]], [[Tochigi TV]], [[TV Saitama]], and [[Chiba TV]].<ref name="ann 2022-11-13"/> The series is also streamed on [[Viki (streaming service)|Viki]] and [[GagaOOLala]] for English distribution.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.viki.com/tv/38978c-candy-color-paradox | title=Candy Color Paradox | work=[[Viki (streaming service)|Viki]] | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=December 22, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221222030121/https://www.viki.com/tv/38978c-candy-color-paradox | url-status=live }}</ref>

The drama adaptation stars [[Fantastics from Exile Tribe]] member {{ill|Keito Kimura|ja|木村慧人}} as Onoe and {{ill|Milk (musical group)|lt=Milk|ja|M!LK}} member {{ill|Jyutaro Yamanaka|ja|山中柔太朗}} as Kaburagi.<ref name="ann 2022-11-13"/> The supporting cast includes Atsuki Kashio, [[Sae Miyazawa]], [[Kenta Izuka]], [[Rinne Yoshida]], [[Tomohiro Ichikawa]], {{ill|Yu Koyanagi|ja|小柳友}}, and {{ill|Ryuichi Ohura|ja|大浦龍宇一}}.<ref name="ann 2022-11-23">{{cite news | first=Rafael Antonio | last=Pineda | url=https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-11-23/live-action-candy-color-paradox-series-reveals-more-cast-theme-song-artists/.192233 | title=Live-Action Candy Color Paradox Series Reveals More Cast, Theme Song Artists | work=[[Anime News Network]] | date=2022-11-23 | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=December 21, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221221030432/https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-11-23/live-action-candy-color-paradox-series-reveals-more-cast-theme-song-artists/.192233 | url-status=live }}</ref> The opening theme is "Go Sign" by Billy Laurent and the ending theme is "Finder" by Claquepot.<ref name="ann 2022-11-23"/><ref>{{cite news | url=https://natalie.mu/comic/news/504848 | title=ドラマ「飴色パラドックス」蕪木が尾上の顎を引き寄せ見つめ合う、ED主題歌入り予告編 | trans-title=Trailer of the drama ''Candy Color Paradox'' features Kaburagi draws Onoe's face close as they gaze at each other, ending theme song | language=ja | work=[[Natalie (website)|Natalie]] | date=2022-12-13 | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=December 21, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221221033438/https://natalie.mu/comic/news/504848 | url-status=live }}</ref> As the series was broadcast, exclusive behind-the-scenes footage was uploaded weekly on Tunku's (Kadokawa's label for live-action boys' love dramas) [[Niconico]] channel.<ref name="dwango 2022-12-13"/>

Isaku Natsume was involved in the scriptwriting process, stating that the writing team had included her opinions in their revisions.<ref name="natalie 2022-11-14">{{cite news | url=https://natalie.mu/comic/news/501210 | title=ケンカップルBL「飴色パラドックス」ドラマ化決定、木村慧人＆山中柔太朗のW主演で | trans-title=Bickering couple BL ''Candy Color Paradox'' drama adaptation green-lit, Keito Kimura and Jyutaro Yamanaka to co-star | language=ja | work=[[Natalie (website)|Natalie]] | date=2022-11-14 | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=December 8, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221208052511/https://natalie.mu/comic/news/501210 | url-status=live }}</ref> Kimura and Yamanaka were familiar with each other after guest-starring in the live-action television drama adaptation of ''[[Yakuza Lover]]'' together, and ''Candy Color Paradox'' is not only their first time starring together, but their first time starring in lead roles.<ref name="tvguide 2022-12-14">{{cite news | url=https://www.tvguide.or.jp/feature/feature-1928316/ | title=BLドラマ「飴色パラドックス」、山中柔太朗が木村慧人のアドリブにキュン!? | trans-title=BL drama ''Candy Color Paradox'', Jyutaro Yamanaka's heart skipped over Keito Kimura's ad-lib?! | language=ja | work=TV Guide | date=2022-12-14 | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=December 21, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221221072530/https://www.tvguide.or.jp/feature/feature-1928316/ | url-status=live }}</ref> Kimura was instructed by the director to act as though he were having a normal conversation and thus gave a realistic portrayal of Onoe.<ref name="tvguide 2022-12-14"/> Kimura also ad-libbed an unspecified scene through gestures.<ref name="tvguide 2022-12-14"/>

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| DirectedBy          = [[Tomoyuki Furumaya]]
| WrittenBy           = Miyako Hatano
| OriginalAirDate     = {{Start date|2022|12|15}}
| ShortSummary        = Onoe, a reporter for the weekly magazine ''Dash!'', is transferred to the celebrity gossip column and partnered with Kaburagi. The two are assigned as a stake-out team to find out who Yumi Asaoka, an actress who has appeared in many commercials, is dating. Onoe becomes irritated at seeing Kaburagi switch personalities around others while remaining cold to him, but he also learns that Kaburagi is serious about his work. After Kaburagi takes a photo of Asaoka, Onoe realizes that the man she is with is Kōsei Mano, a {{transliteration|ja|[[yakuza]]}} member, deducing that her popularity was influenced by him.
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| DirectedBy          = Tomoyuki Furumaya
| WrittenBy           = Miyako Hatano
| OriginalAirDate     = {{Start date|2022|12|22}}
| ShortSummary        = Onoe and Kaburagi stake out to find more compromising photos of Asaoka and Mano. While staking out Asaoka, Kaburagi learns Asaoka is dating Mano in exchange for high-paying jobs to take care of her dementia-ridden mother; however, Onoe is taken into police custody while staking out Mano, forcing Kaburagi to bail him out. The two manage to take a photo of Asaoka hugging Mano and finish the article. Later, Onoe comforts Kaburagi, who feels guilty over ruining Asaoka's career. After this, the two realize they have feelings for each other.
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| EpisodeNumber       = 3
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| DirectedBy          = Tomoyuki Furumaya
| WrittenBy           = Miyako Hatano
| OriginalAirDate     = {{Start date|2022|12|30}} (worldwide)<br>{{Start date|2023|1|5}} (Japan)
| ShortSummary        = While Onoe struggles to come to terms about his feelings for Kaburagi, the two are assigned to investigate Sasagawa, a congressmen rumored to be evading taxes. Through a tip from Kaori, Onoe and Kaburagi meet with Sasagawa's secretary, Suda, while disguised as accountants. Suda confesses to Onoe that Sasagawa is committing fraud by creating fake expenditures. He then forces himself on Onoe, but Kaburagi comes to his rescue. Outside, Kaburagi tells Onoe that he's fallen in love with him.
}}
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| EpisodeNumber       = 4
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| DirectedBy          = Tomoyuki Furumaya
| WrittenBy           = Miyako Hatano
| OriginalAirDate     = {{Start date|2023|1|12}}
| ShortSummary        = ''Weekly Dash!'' arranges an interview with actor Kei Inami and his younger co-star, Yui Haruta, but Onoe and Kaburagi are also asked to investigate whether Inami and Haruta are in a relationship. Onoe notices that Inami had shown no interest in Haruta after the interview, and he suspects the rumors to be untrue. Meanwhile, he also questions whether Kaburagi is in love with him, as their relationship has not progressed since then.
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| EpisodeNumber       = 5
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| DirectedBy          = Tomoyuki Furumaya
| WrittenBy           = Miyako Hatano
| OriginalAirDate     = {{Start date|2023|1|19}}
| ShortSummary        = Inami confesses to Onoe that he is only romantically interested in Inukai, his friend from high school. Onoe becomes convinced that Inami has done no wrong and attempts to convince Kaburagi with such. However, Kaburagi gets information from Kaori that Inami has been trafficking his female co-stars into [[Pornography in Japan|pornographic films]]. Before he can inform Onoe, he becomes jealous when he sees him with Inami; however, Onoe admits to Kaburagi that he likes him.
}}
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| EpisodeNumber       = 6
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| DirectedBy          = Tomoyuki Furumaya
| WrittenBy           = Miyako Hatano
| OriginalAirDate     = {{Start date|2023|1|26}}
| ShortSummary        = Inami blackmails Kaburagi, threatening to force Onoe into sexual trafficking for his silence. Onoe finds Kaburagi's list of Inami's former co-stars and begins investigating against Kaburagi's suggestion. Eventually, the two find and interview an actress who admits to Inami forcing her into pornography. While the article is being published, Onoe and Kaburagi confront Inami one last time, where he confirms he committed the actions because he wanted to help Inukai. While Onoe is unsure of how much Inami is lying, Kaburagi comforts him, stating that Inami may have been truthful with him.
}}
{{Episode list
| EpisodeNumber       = 7
| Title               = Shot 7
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| NativeTitleLangCode = ja 
| DirectedBy          = Tomoyuki Furumaya
| WrittenBy           = Miyako Hatano
| OriginalAirDate     = {{Start date|2023|2|2}}
| ShortSummary        = Onoe and Kaburagi's relationship has been going smoothly, with both planning on moving in together soon. After Onoe exposes a former baseball player for running a phone scam center, Kaburagi becomes disappointed, as he believes Onoe has become comfortable with lying in order to advance his career.
}}
{{Episode list
| EpisodeNumber       = 8
| Title               = Shot 8
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| NativeTitleLangCode = ja 
| DirectedBy          = Tomoyuki Furumaya
| WrittenBy           = Miyako Hatano
| OriginalAirDate     = {{Start date|2023|2|9}}
| ShortSummary        = Kaburagi avoids Onoe and suggests that Onoe join the political news division when offered a department transfer, as he feels that working in the celebrity gossip division has corrupted Onoe's innocence. Sumida, the head editor, counters Kaburagi by stating that Onoe is capable of handling traumatic stories, as he has worked on similar topics in the past. With this in mind, Kaburagi and Onoe make up and decide to move in together.
}}
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==Reception==

In December 2022, a cumulative total of over 1.3 million physical copies have been sold in Japan.<ref name="dwango 2022-12-13">{{cite news | url=https://news.dwango.jp/tv/81323-2212 | title=木村慧人×山中柔太朗 キス直前『飴色パラドックス』予告解禁、第1話追加場面写真も | language=ja | work=Dwango JP News | publisher=[[Kadokawa Corporation]] | date=2022-12-13 | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=December 24, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221224024824/https://news.dwango.jp/tv/81323-2212 | url-status=live }}</ref> Media outlets such as ''[[Da Vinci (magazine)|Da Vinci]]'' and [[Right Stuf]] reviewed ''Candy Color Paradox'' favorably, stating that the series shows off the appeal of having a bickering couple while also showing that they can come to an understanding and fall in love because of it.<ref name="davinci 2016-03-14">{{cite web | first=Suso | last=Ameno | url=https://ddnavi.com/news/280832/a/ | title=大人気ケンカップルが3年ぶりに登場！ 『飴色パラドックス』最新刊！ | trans-title=The super popular bickering couple that has returned after 3 years! The latest release from ''Candy Color Paradox''! | language=ja | work=[[Da Vinci (magazine)|Da Vinci]] | date=2016-03-14 | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=November 23, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221123111213/https://ddnavi.com/news/280832/a/ | url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{cite web | author=Quinn | url=https://www.rightstufanime.com/post/Candy-Color-Paradox-Manga-Review | title=''Candy Color Paradox'' Manga Volume 1 Review | work=[[Right Stuf]] | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=December 21, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221221044241/https://www.rightstufanime.com/post/Candy-Color-Paradox-Manga-Review | url-status=dead }}</ref> In 2016, ''Candy Color Paradox'' ranked no. 9 in a list of recommended [[boys' love]] titles based on a survey of bookstore employees nationwide in Japan.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://natalie.mu/comic/news/179339 | title=全国書店員が選んだBLランキング、1位は昨年に続き「テンカウント」 | language=ja | work=[[Natalie (website)|Natalie]] | date=2016-03-10 | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=April 10, 2020 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200410182144/https://natalie.mu/comic/news/179339 | url-status=live }}</ref> Rebecca Silverman from [[Anime News Network]] praised the story and art, but she also claimed that readers may find the story rushed at times and Onoe irritating.<ref>{{cite news | first=Rebecca | last=Silverman | url=https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/candy-color-paradox/gn-1/.145706 | title=''Candy Color Paradox'' GN 1 | work=[[Anime News Network]] | date=2019-04-14 | accessdate=2022-12-20 | archive-date=December 21, 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221221030431/https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/candy-color-paradox/gn-1/.145706 | url-status=live }}</ref>

==References==
{{Reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{Official website|https://www.mbs.jp/amepara|Official website of the TV drama}} {{in lang|ja}}

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