Waiting for Spring

If you're looking for a cliche, light-hearted, love triangle "harem", with a little bit of sports, I would say this manga is for you! Most of the characters are pretty likeable, and the story progresses relatively well. The male and female lead have a decent amount of growth throughout the series, and you find yourself rooting for the side characters too. The only thing I wasn't too keen about was the love-triangle, as I didn't find Aya a particularly pleasant character, and found his behaviour a bit overly possessive. I also would have preferred if the female lead was more decisive and sure of her feelingswith the two guys, as after a while watching her going back and forth between the two male love-interests got a bit tiresome and repetitive. I would say the number one thing that made this manga so enjoyable to read was the art! The characters are very well drawn and you can tell that the mangaka took their time and effort with all aspects of the characters, the backgrounds, set-design, etc. They are all distinguisable from each other and have their own defining features.

Harumatsu Bokura is the kind of shoujo manga that gently tugs at your heart with its warmth, sincerity, and charming cast. I really enjoyed this one, it’s a soft, feel good story that balances friendship and romance in a way that feels both comforting and refreshing. The story follows Mizuki Haruno, a shy, reserved girl who wants to break out of her shell and make friends in high school. Her life starts to change when she forms an unexpected connection with the school’s popular boys’ basketball team, including the kind and reliable Towa Asakura. As she gets to know them, especially Towa, the story blossoms intoa gentle romance wrapped in themes of self discovery, trust, and growing up. What I loved most was how wholesome and steady the development was. Mizuki’s emotional growth is gradual and believable, and Towa is a genuinely sweet male lead who respects and supports her every step of the way. Their relationship is built on quiet moments and mutual care, rather than over the top drama, which makes it all the more meaningful. The friendships are also a huge highlight. The dynamic between Mizuki and the basketball boys is funny, supportive, and incredibly heartwarming. Each character brings something special to the story, and none of them feel like empty side roles. There’s real depth here, especially in how they deal with personal goals, past hurts, and the emotional messiness that comes with growing up. The art is gorgeous, clean, expressive, and full of the kinds of subtle moments that make your heart skip. Whether it’s a blush, a side glance, or a small gesture, it all adds to the emotional payoff. If you’re looking for a cozy romance with a kind-hearted heroine, a sweet male lead, and friendships that’ll make you smile, Harumatsu Bokura is a perfect pick. It’s not about flashy twists, it’s about sincerity, slow growth, and the quiet magic of falling in love with the right person at the right time.

Story: Harumatsu Bokura is your typical school romance. I wouldn't say it's the most original out there nor the most exciting, since from the very beginning you already know how it's going to finish. Besides, the ending wasn't that satisfactory, since in the last 2-3 episodes the author rushes all the characters to end up paired with someone else and it doesn't give time for the relationships to develop. However, there are some other aspects that make it worthreading. Art: The drawing style is really beautiful, all the characters are really pretty. Character:There are 3 main characters and the story revolves mainly around them. The main girl, Mitsuki, is your typical protagonist, she doesn't have a very strong personality and she's basically a goody two-shoes. This, although makes the story a bit boring it allows to avoid useless drama. The main love interest is a very polite and sincere guy. He's very conscious about the situation Mitsuki finds herself in and acts very respectfully. I didn't find him particularly interesting but it was a nice change from the typical love interest. Aya, the love rival, is, in my opinion one of the most interesting characters of the story. He is a complex character, very passionate and goal-driven, and this makes him stand out. The rest of the characters are there for comedic relief, which is a pity because they are very well written and I think they could have appeared more in the story, or at least have a more prominent role. Overall: Although it may not be the most innovative story, the drawing style and the characters make this story a nice read.