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Kyotaro Ichikawa, a boy barely clinging to the bottom rung of his school’s social ladder, secretly believes he’s the tortured lead in some psychological thriller. He spends his days dreaming up ways to disrupt his classmates’ peaceful lives and pining after Anna Yamada, the class idol. But Kyotaro’s not nearly the troubled teen he pretends to be…and it turns out Anna’s a bit odd herself!

While Kyotaro is buried in studies for entrance exams, Yamada’s got her own high stress situation. She’s gone viral on social media! Her popularity and fame are soaring but that means security has to be tightened wherever Yamada goes. With the internet’s ever-present eyes watching her every move, Kyotaro has to carefully watch his own actions. The wrong phrase or misplaced hand could irreparably damage Yamada’s career and their relationship!

Quirky courtship awaits in this comedy nominated for the 2020 Manga Taisho Award--and don't miss the anime!Kyotaro Ichikawa, a boy barely clinging to the bottom rung of his school’s social ladder, secretly believes he’s the tortured lead in some psychological thriller. He spends his days dreaming up ways to disrupt his classmates’ peaceful lives and pining after Anna Yamada, the class idol. But Kyotaro’s not nearly the troubled teen he pretends to be…and it turns out Anna’s a bit odd herself!

STRANGE ATTRACTIONKyotaro is confused by his budding love for Yamada…and even more confused by the fact that she keeps approaching him! Could she know the hidden feelings in his heart? And more importantly, could these two social opposites have a chance at an actual relationship?

Kyotaro Ichikawa, a boy barely clinging to the bottom rung of his school’s social ladder, secretly believes he’s the tortured lead in some psychological thriller. He spends his days dreaming up ways to disrupt his classmates’ peaceful lives and pining after Anna Yamada, the class idol. But Kyotaro’s not nearly the troubled teen he pretends to be…and it turns out Anna’s a bit odd herself!

Kyotaro Ichikawa, a boy barely clinging to the bottom rung of his school’s social ladder, secretly believes he’s the tortured lead in some psychological thriller. He spends his days dreaming up ways to disrupt his classmates’ peaceful lives and pining after Anna Yamada, the class idol. But Kyotaro’s not nearly the troubled teen he pretends to be…and it turns out Anna’s a bit odd herself!

After successfully sharing their feelings for each other, Kyotaro and Yamada are finally dating. Even though they’re happy fumbling through what that means together, Kyotaro can’t stop worrying. What will their first kiss be like? Where will he put his hands? What if he’s a bad kisser? On top of his relationship fears, he’s got to start seriously studying for his high school entrance exams, and Yamada has to split her time between him and shooting a new TV drama. It’s a summer full of feelings!

Kyotaro Ichikawa, a boy barely clinging to the bottom rung of his school’s social ladder, secretly believes he’s the tortured lead in some psychological thriller. He spends his days dreaming up ways to disrupt his classmates’ peaceful lives and pining after Anna Yamada, the class idol. But Kyotaro’s not nearly the troubled teen he pretends to be…and it turns out Anna’s a bit odd herself!