Volume 1 of New Romantic Comedy Manga "Kimi to Sakura no Hanataba o" on Shelves
A fresh new breath for romantic comedy lovers! The first volume of the series "Kimi to Sakura no Hanataba o" (You and a Bouquet of Cherry Blossoms) from mangaka Saku hit the shelves in Japan on June 17, 2025. The story follows a university student who gives expensive private lessons and crosses paths with a mysterious girl who was once a popular idol.
The series' plot briefly: Our main character applies for an extremely expensive private tutoring job and comes face to face with a former idol. The idol's glorious days in the past are behind her, but with her new teacher, both lessons and feelings take on a completely different turn. "Kimi to Sakura no Hanataba o" offers a fresh take on the classic 'teacher-student' dynamic while also exploring themes of idol culture and confronting the past.
Mangaka Saku is a talent who has previously appeared in various anthologies; with this series, they are facing readers with a long-running manga for the first time. Drawing attention with their illustrations and fluid storytelling, Saku skillfully depicts the emotional transitions of the characters. The concepts of 'former idol' and 'private tutoring,' which have been increasing in the romantic comedy genre in recent years, combine in this series to offer both a nostalgic and entertaining atmosphere.
After the first volume, no official date has been announced for the second volume yet, but Japanese publishers typically plan to release a new volume every 3-4 months. The possibility of a Turkish translation is uncertain for now; however, considering the tendency of similar manga to be published on global platforms quickly, it is likely that "Kimi to Sakura no Hanataba o" will reach international readers as well. If you are looking for both a sweet love story and a different perspective on idol culture, this series is just for you!
