Hitomi Mikano Livres

An award-winner and top-seller in Japan, this provocative new manga handles its controversial subject with insight and sensitivity. "...Emotionally poignancy is due not just to this thoughtful writing but also to the beautiful art, which has few missteps." - AiPT Comics As the seasons change, so do Satoko and Mashuu. Mashuu has begun high school, and his relationship with Satoko has settled into casual encounters and study sessions. Though their waters are calm, the waves caused by their past interactions have rippled out to others in their lives. Now, instead of facing each other’s feelings, they must confront the broken hearts of those affected by their bond.

An award-winner and top-seller in Japan, this provocative new manga handles its controversial subject with insight and sensitivity. After realizing some of her flaws, Satoko is determined to open up Mashuu’s world. For the new year, she wants to take a novel approach to her efforts with Mashuu, so she seeks advice to examine the legal aspects of her past and future interactions. Her consultation settles questions and raises new ones, but before she can move forward, she takes a step back into a jilted lover who’s not so happy to see her during the New Year’s holiday…

An award-winner and top-seller in Japan, this provocative new manga handles its controversial subject with insight and sensitivity. Satoko has tried to put distance between herself and Mashuu after he tells her how he feels. Mayu, bored and restless after moving to Tokyo, invites Mashuu out to karaoke, where a chance meeting leads to an opportunity for Satoko to cast light on the parts of Mashuu’s life that still trouble her. As the boundaries between them become clearer, Satoko realizes what she should do...