“Tatsuya,” she breathed, “ I think I’ve liked you a lot longer than I admit .”
| Source | Commentary | Score / Outcome | |--------|------------|-----------------| | (review, 2022) | “A refreshing take on the high‑school romance genre that balances cheeky humor with heartfelt moments.” | 7.5/10 | | Manga Daizenshu (2023) | Praised for “well‑timed comedic beats” and “credible character growth,” though noted the ecchi label may deter some readers. | 4/5 stars | | Japan Media Arts Festival (2022) – Newcomer Award | Recognized for “innovative use of comedic tropes to explore adolescent vulnerability.” | Winner | | Reddit r/manga (community poll, 2024) | Ranked #18 in “Best Seinen Rom-Coms of the 2020s.” | 68% positive votes | | English translation sales (Seven Seas) | First print run of 30,000 copies sold out within two months of release. | Strong commercial performance | Natsuiro Hinata Ecchi Na Kanojo To Tokeau Kokoro