Definition

Romance

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A genre focused on the development of a deep, emotional, and loving relationship between characters.

In-Depth Explanation

While all hentai is sexual, "Romance" hentai places equal or greater importance on the emotional connection. It is the driving force of the "Vanilla" genre and is characterized by mutual affection, kissing, and a focus on the partner's pleasure.

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