Overview
is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kanae Hazuki. It was serialized in Kodansha's shōjo manga magazine Dessert from February 2008 to July 2017, with its chapters collected in 18 volumes. An anime adaptation by Zexcs aired from October to December 2012. A live action film adaptation premiered in July 2014.
In North America, the manga was licensed by Kodansha USA. The anime series was licensed by Sentai Filmworks.
Plot
Quiet and unassuming Mei Tachibana has spent her high school years without friends or boyfriend. A childhood incident in which her so called friends turned out to be toxic and shallow left her scared of disappointment, leading her to be cautious around people - too cautious. She encounters a popular boy named Yamato Kurosawa, who took an interest in her. Through their friendship and blossoming relationship, Mei ultimately begins to branch out and befriend others.
Characters
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