春待つ僕ら [Haru Matsu Bokura]

In Haru Matsu Bokura (2014–2020), Kōdansha published a 14-issue manga series that captures the tender, uncertain pulse of adolescence through the story of four high school boys on a basketball team and the shy girl who joins them as their manager. Known for its gentle, character-driven focus on budding friendships and first love, the series is most associated with creator Anashin, whose warm art and slow-burn emotional beats made it a beloved slice-of-life romance. It matters as a quiet, heartfelt exploration of how small moments—shared practices, festival outings, and unspoken feelings—can shape the bonds that define youth.