Honestly, komik romance as a whole tends to lean heavily into modern, urban settings, but you can find some lovely exceptions if you look toward certain historical or fantasy genres. For instance, 'Ayşe & Mehmed: Bir Osmanlı Masalı' weaves romance into the backdrop of the Ottoman Empire with incredible detail on court life and social customs. The art is stunning, full of period-accurate clothing and architecture, which really sells the atmosphere.
Another one I'd point to is 'Raden Ajeng', an Indonesian webtoon that delves into Javanese palace intrigue and the complex traditions surrounding royal marriages. The romantic tension is all about duty versus personal desire, framed by rituals and societal expectations. It’s less about spicy scenes and more about the emotional weight of cultural obligations, which makes the eventual payoff so much sweeter.
You also get titles like 'Mira' by Senem Karaca, which explores a romance between characters from different Turkish regions, highlighting subtle clashes in family traditions and local customs. It’s not as grandiose as palace dramas, but it feels very authentic and grounded.