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Hitori Bocchi is plagued by severe social anxiety, causing her to struggle with conversation and turn to drastic measures to avoid social situations. She experiences cramping in her legs from overexertion, becomes overly confident when left to her own devices, and even vomits when under extreme stress. As she begins her journey in middle school, her sole friend, Yawara Kai, is attending a different school, leaving Bocchi to navigate new surroundings and make new friends in order to regain Kai's friendship.
Naoto, a "corporate slave," and Ren, a "host," meet at 5:00 a.m. at a beef bowl restaurant in the Kabukichou area of Shinjiku. They are complete strangers who just so happen to share breakfast each day side by side—a rather unusual relationship. A corporate slave whose day is about to begin and a host whose day has finally come to an end. This is a morning-routine story that depicts the only 15 minutes in which these two people, who live on opposite sides of the clock, cross paths!
During their sixth-grade year, Yukiya Asagi and Miku Sakura, best friends since childhood, devised a game aimed at embarrassing the other person by uttering the phrase "I love you" in turn. Even four years later, as they enter high school, the competition continues as they strive to outdo each other and emerge victorious. However, as they begin to develop deep emotions for each other, the seemingly simple phrase takes on a more profound significance that surpasses the boundaries of their game. Each day, their urge to move beyond mere friendship intensifies, yet both are reticent to make the first move, uncertain of what lies ahead once the contest finally ends.
As I woke up, I found myself in a strange realm with a young lady I didn't recognize. It seemed like I had been transported to another world, and I felt a rush of excitement at the prospect of all the exhilarating adventures I might have. But unfortunately, my excitement was short-lived as I soon discovered that I couldn't speak a word. To my surprise, my summoner was an adorable demon lord, as far as I could tell. In this love comedy that's based on communication difficulties in another land, we had to rely on gestures to make sense of each other's words.
With fervent enthusiasm, Cocoa pays a visit to the Rabbit House cafe, a familiar dwelling for her. She finds herself surrounded by a myriad of intriguing individuals - Chino, who may be small in size but is composed; Rize, who exudes a militaristic aura; Chiya, with doe-like eyes and a classical Japanese charm; and Sharo, who is both elegant and modest. Cocoa encounters all of them during her visit.
After dating for a year and three months, Yuuya Aida calmly suggests to his beautiful girlfriend Rio Aihara that they should move in together. Despite their busy work schedules and age difference, their love stands firm. Even now, whether they're playfully bickering over dessert or having serious discussions about their future, Yuuya and Rio still feel giddy around each other as if they just started dating. Their delightful everyday exchanges demonstrate the undeniable joy of being in a loving relationship.
Once upon a time, a wolf stumbled upon a small and tender pup. From that day on, they embarked on a journey together, building a life in harmony.
Kanmuri Ayako's watch workshop welcomes a varied group of guests, each with their unique experiences, stories, and perspectives. This heartwarming tale is sure to leave an impression.
Rin and Nadeshiko cherish camping, where they savor setting up their tent, lighting a fire, and devouring noodles amid the enthralling view of Mt. Fuji. Get inspired by their enthusiasm for traveling and glean some valuable insights into thriving amidst the wilderness. Who knows, you might be tempted to embark on a camping adventure yourself!
Norio Itonami, an ordinary man without any notable abilities, finds himself transported to another realm where he expects to confront a fierce battle. Unfortunately, he is deemed worthless due to his lack of useful skills. Fortunately, he is able to negotiate with the monarch and is granted a remote, abandoned property that holds a hidden treasure - the Master of Supremacy - giving him a life of luxury. Norio's adventurous journey begins, including marrying a mermaid, befriending the Undead King, and enjoying his wild but enjoyable routine. However, when a dragon unexpectedly appears, everything is turned upside down.
Himeno Aikawa poses a challenge to Ouji Doumoto as he struggles to comprehend her austere conduct of reprimanding boys for breaching school rules. Thus, when she requests for a private conversation at the rear of the class, Ouji feels puzzled as to why Himeno has taken a liking towards him. Since Himeno battles to express herself, their association becomes intriguing as they misinterpret each other's self-assessment. Ouji perceives Himeno as daunting and strives to steer clear of her anger, whereas Himeno assumes that Ouji is her partner, albeit aggravatingly dense on occasions. Due to Ouji's inability to decipher her feelings, Himeno becomes vexed and resorts to showcasing her favourite pastime, impersonating an adult much beyond her age, as a means to captivate Ouji. As the two elementary students continue their peculiar bond, they remain oblivious to each other's sentiments, leading to comical situations.
Rei is the lead character, a 17-year-old shogi player who lives alone without any family, school, or close companions. He's acquainted with a household that includes a young lady named Akari, two little girls named Momo and Hinata, and many cats. This manga won several awards, including the Grand Prize at the 4th Manga Taishou Award in 2011, the 35th Kodansha Manga Award in 2011, the Grand Prize at the Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize in 2014, and the Grand Prize at the Japan Media Arts Festival in 2021.
