The manga Osana Najimi na Kimi ga
Tamaranaku Daisuki! ( I Love You Irresistibly, Childhood Friend! ) by
author Ayano Natsume will come to an end with the publication
of its second compiled book volume. According to official listings, this final
installment will be released on July 11 in Japan, marking the
conclusion of this short but endearing story.
A
romantic comedy that captivated from the first episode
The plot
revolves around Asahi , a first-year high school student who
can't help but feel hopelessly in love with his childhood friend, Kazune .
She combines a charming personality with a cool attitude, making Asahi simply
unable to resist her charms. Through everyday situations and tender moments,
the manga explores the intensity of teenage love from a warm
and fun perspective.
A recent
premiere with a quick farewell
The
manga debuted in Square Enix 's Monthly Shonen Gangan magazine in December
2024 , and its first compiled book volume was published on April
12. Despite its short runtime, the manga managed to generate interest
among fans of the school romance genre thanks to its
expressive drawings and dynamics between the protagonists.
The
career of Ayano Natsume
Ayano
Natsume is no stranger to the youth romance genre. Her previous series, Lofty
Flower, Fall for Me!! , ran from 2015 to 2019 on Square Enix's Gangan
Online platform and was collected into eight volumes. This series
was also well-received by fans and is now available in English through Crunchyroll and Manga
UP! Global .
For those
who enjoy adorable relationships with a touch of nostalgia , Osana
Najimi na Kimi ga Tamaranaku Daisuki! is a short story perfect for
devouring in one sitting. With only two volumes, it's perfect for those looking
for a quick and heartwarming dose of teenage love.
