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Kawahara Kazune's compilation of short stories includes: Tensei: Shinohara Chiaki met Gotou-kun, the school's judo star, in April of her second year in high school. Fearing she wouldn't know anyone, Gotou-kun introduced her to many people and made her feel comfortable. To her, he was like an impressive bright blue sky. However, during one of his judo matches, something happened that made her see him in a different light. One and Only: On her way to work as a waitress at a restaurant, Matsumoto Rika accidentally slammed a door into a guy's face. She quickly apologized and fled in embarrassment, hoping to never see him again. But fate had other plans as she was surprised to find him at work later. Aishitekurenai: Fukazawa Akira is dating Yasuda Tatsurou, but she's constantly worrying about whether he truly likes her or not. Despite being together for weeks now, nothing romantic has happened between them, and she often catches him hanging out with an older friend named Yuka-chan-senpai, who he used to have a crush on. Is Yasuda just using Akira as a rebound from his past crush?
An introverted construction worker and a confident businessman meet at a coffee shop. From their first meeting begins a long love story.
A slapstick comedy that involves a town and its neighbors where dogs suddenly become human beings. The story follows the life of dog owner Saki and Ponta, her dog.
Juugatsu-to, a secondhand bookstore where people and books may meet anew. Run by a laid back young man with a ponytail, the shop is visited by all kinds of customers. Join him as he interacts with anyone from a book-loving regular, a high school girl growing into adulthood, a man looking to simply get rid of some books, and a widow selling her late husband's collection. A gem of a slice of life story for all lovers of books and those whose lives have been changed forever by their encounters with books. (Source: Kadokawa, translated) Note: Includes the one-shot "Hon wo Okuru"..
Dahlia immerses herself completely in the craft of crafting magical goods, after her rebirth in a realm of mystique. Blending her practical know-how from a previous life with the teachings of her adoptive father, she creates avant-garde contrivances such as hair dryers and other extraordinary instruments, deriving pleasure from everyday occupations. The days of sadness and hopelessness are no more; Dahlia resolves to revel in this chance to live anew!
The narrative centers on a woman in her middle age who prioritizes her work in the office above all else, neglecting her personal life. After discovering her partner's infidelity, she initially feels lost. However, with the aid of supportive friends, coworkers, and an attractive supervisor, she manages to triumph over adversity.
Nagi, who has always dreamed of a sweet romance, is troubled by her dislike of men. However, she meets a beautiful, androgynous, male model, Aran, who asks her to help him with his modeling work. Nagi's heart is pounding at MAX capacity at his urging and promise that "I'll teach you every thing you need to know"! When she realizes that she doesn't mind being touched by him because of his transcendent beauty, Nagi asks this beautiful and pushy man to give her lessons about love in exchange! Love lessons for a limited time between a beautiful, egoistical male model and a boyish and competitive girl!
Hikage Sumino has had to battle social anxiety and low self-esteem her entire life, which has resulted in her being overlooked by others. She works tirelessly in her first year of middle school to make friends, but her attempts fall short. The only things that provide her comfort are her solitary flower and her blog, "1 Centimeter of Happiness," which only garners two readers. Even though her blog visitors are few, the supportive comments she receives bring her peace. One day, Hinata Mutou and Teru Mikami, two of the most popular boys, unexpectedly acknowledge her and recall her name. Hikage is bewildered by the turn of events and shares her experience on her blog. One of her regular readers responds with encouraging feedback, inspiring Hikage to boost her confidence and create positive changes in her life.
A amusing story that narrates the usual habits of four adolescent males enrolled in high school.
The employees at Liliadrop are renowned for their elegance and excellence in producing premium women's cosmetics. However, Asako Yaeshima stands in stark contrast as an atypical employee, once nicknamed "Aseko" due to her uncommon issue of extreme perspiration. To combat her predicament, Asako devises a morning ritual of blending various Liliadrop soaps and unscented deodorants to conceal her body odor. Despite her efforts, Koutarou Natori, a brilliant fragrance developer at the company famed for his acute sense of smell, isn't fooled. Koutarou, taken aback by the amalgamation of Asako's natural essence and the soap, insists on daily olfactory testing for a week to safeguard the company's reputation by creating new fragrances inspired by Asako. With the stakes so high, Asako agrees but never anticipates the unexpected bond that would ensue between her and Koutarou.
Tomoko Kuroki falls short of being the embodiment of cool with her poor social skills and unkempt appearance. Rather than engaging in typical activities, she indulges in video games during most of her free time, hoping to gain popularity above all else. Tomoko resorts to atypical measures such as mimicking revered anime characters and purchasing high-end lingerie to improve her social status. Amusing yet heartwarming, the show portrays Tomoko's daily battle against social anxiety. The anime sheds light on relatable struggles, offering an inspirational outlook on overcoming insecurities.
Sasaki, a middle-aged man trapped in a soul-crushing job, seeks refuge in the cheerful grin of Yamada, a young cashier at a nearby 24-hour grocery store. Enduring constant berating from his boss, Sasaki finds solace in knowing he can escape his daily grind by visiting his favorite cashier. One difficult evening, Sasaki arrives at the store to find Yamada has already left for the day. Feeling dejected, he retreats to the back of the store to light a cigarette when Tayama, a bold and spunky woman, invites him over. Tayama teases Sasaki about his frequent visits and infatuation with Yamada, even revealing his interest to her colleague. Despite this, as they continue to chat, an authentic connection begins to form between them. Sasaki now looks forward to not only seeing Yamada but catching up with Tayama during his visits to the store. Although she appears playful, Tayama has a complexity that is yet to be uncovered as their unexpected friendship begins to take shape.
