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Although there are rumors circulating that Akane Nishimura has the ability to inflict curses on those she touches, she is actually just a melancholic elementary school girl. Her classmates frequently torment her, causing her to feel neglected and without companionship while at school. Fortunately, when a new student named Taiyou Takada becomes fascinated with Akane's rumored power, he reaches out to her in an attempt to be her friend. Taiyou's inadvertent self-assurance causes Akane to feel a sudden rush of excitement and transforms her previously uneventful life into one filled with cheer.
Natsume Yuujinchou depicts the life of Takashi Natsume, a typical 15-year-old boy who craves a mundane existence. Unfortunately, like his late grandmother Reiko, Natsume can spot "youkai," or spirits. Although he inherited the "Book of Friends," a collection of contracts that binds the youkai from Reiko, these spirits have remained trapped as Reiko never called upon their names. Hence, the desperate spirits relentlessly hound Natsume, imploring him to break their contracts for freedom. While some well-meaning youkai seek Natsume's assistance, others pose a potential threat. That's where Madara, a spirited feline in disguise as Nyanko-sensei, comes in. Despite the often humorous facade, Madara is Natsume's self-appointed guardian, harboring concealed intentions for his association with the boy. Natsume Yuujinchou is a compelling supernatural series that follows Natsume's struggles to preserve a standard existence while juggling human and spirit worlds. Ultimately, he imparts vital life lessons from his experiences.
Koharu Hanamura was thrilled to start high school with her new friends from camp, but her excitement was interrupted by the appearance of a delicate beauty, Mafuyu Shirotsuki, during a reunion with Nanaya Asuka and Minori Kazami. Rumored to be extremely introverted and residing far away in the city, Mafuyu caught Koharu's attention when they both got lost in a crowd. Koharu soon realized that Mafuyu was a former classmate from their early years and asked her to watch cherry blossoms after school. However, Mafuyu was still hurt by past events, and Koharu's presence reminded her of those wounds. Nevertheless, the two girls kept seeing each other, and their friendship blossomed into a new chapter of enchanting experiences together.
There's something oddly alluring about meddling in the relationship of two high school students who share a somewhat distant connection, and Tsumiki and Io are the perfect example of this dynamic. As supporting characters play their part in stirring the pot, Tsumiki struggles to express her true emotions due to her tsundere personality, while Io remains blissfully unaware, further contributing to the simmering tension between them. It's anyone's guess what the future holds for this intriguing pair.
Living alone, Ooyama is a meek high schooler whose peaceful existence has recently been disturbed. One day, his classmate Riko Akutsu abruptly invited herself over and marked Ooyama's bedroom as her designated post-school hangout. Indulging in his manga stash, snacks and drinks, the troublesome delinquent enjoys lounging in his bed for leisurely naps. Ooyama finds himself unable to persuade Akutsu to depart, as she continues to frequent his home every single day with her provocative presence causing a stir within him. However, as time passes, their unordinary relationship evolves from mischievous taunting to a familiarity with each other that neither could have predicted.
Kyou Yamada and Asu have been living independently after their mother passed away and their father vanished due to a massive gambling debt. They face everyday hardships in order to make ends meet, while also trying to bring some joy into their lives.
College student Kuroe Shirahoshi feels like she's living in black and white, and she longs for more excitement... until a small, rainbow, incredibly weird bird-thing brings color to her life. Now they live together. Is this creature just a pet, or is it more like a roommate?
The everyday routine of a carefree bamboo rat and a fretful panda.
Beneath a dog signboard-adorned building in the shopping district near the office street, you can find "Youshoku no Nekoya" - a cafeteria with a feline illustration on its entrance. This longstanding western cuisine establishment has been serving nearby salarymen a diverse range of menus for over half a century and is beloved by the locals as their go-to dining spot. However, "Nekoya" has a hidden aspect. On Saturdays, the cafeteria shuts its doors to the public and hosts enigmatic guests who appear at the sound of a chime. These visitors come from far-off lands, seeking out exotic and mysterious delicacies. Unbeknownst to them, these dishes are the same humble fares enjoyed by the salarymen. Nevertheless, to these exclusive guests, it is an unparalleled culinary adventure. In their quest for perfection, this cafeteria is renowned as the "alternate-world restaurant." And now, the chime sounds, signaling the arrival of the weekend's guests.
At the age of 21, Nicoletta leaves her grandparents' rural home to work at a restaurant in Rome, owned by her estranged mother's lover. Casetta Dell'orso stands out because all the staff are older gentlemen who wear glasses, as per Nicoletta's mother's preferences. As she works in this mature environment, Nicoletta struggles to balance her personal and professional life. However, with each passing day, she becomes more enchanted by Casetta Dell'orso, making it harder to achieve her goals.
The snapshots in this collection showcase the everyday activities of a young girl whose imagination is always in overdrive. Lucika's boundless curiosity leads her to concoct strange ideas and approach the world with a unique perspective, sometimes causing chaos along the way - as is typical of most youngsters.
