Various media in Japan reported that the manga written and illustrated by Afro, Yuru Camp (Laid-Back Camp), has exceeded six million copies in circulation. The count includes both hard copies and digital copies already sold.
Afro began publishing the manga in Houbunsha publisher's Manga Time Kirara Forward magazine in July 2015, and in February 2019 it was moved to the Comic Fuz website. The publisher published the tenth compilation volume in March 2020, followed by the eleventh on January 7, 2021.
The play inspired a twelve-episode anime adaptation produced by C-Station Studios, directed by Yoshiaki Kyougoku and scripts written by Jin Tanaka, released in January 2018. A twelve-episode second season is currently on air in Japan. .
Yuru Camp Synopsis
While the perfect getaway for most girls her age may be an extravagant vacation with her loved ones, Rin Shima's ideal way is to camp alone at the base of Mount Fuji. From pitching her tent to collecting firewood, she has always done everything herself and has no plans to leave her lonely little world.
However, what starts out as one of Rin's usual camping sessions ends somewhat as a surprise reunion for two when the lost Nadeshiko Kagamihara is forced to take refuge in her camp. Originally with the intention of seeing the picturesque view of Mount Fuji for herself, Nadeshiko's plans are interrupted when she ends up falling asleep in the middle of her fate. Alone and with no other option, she seeks the help of the only person close to her. Despite their hasty introductions, the two girls enjoy the cold night together, eating ramen and chatting while the campfire keeps them warm. And even after Nadeshiko's sister finally picked her up later that night, both girls silently pondered the possibility of going on another camping trip together.
Source: Barks
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