Kare Kano
Tokyopop · 2003–2007 · 21 issues
About the series
Tokyopop’s English-language release of Masami Tsuda’s beloved shōjo romance, Kare Kano (also known as His and Her Circumstances), ran for 21 issues from 2003 to 2007. The series follows the secret lives of two high-achieving high school students who discover that their perfect public personas hide very different private realities. Tsuda’s delicate, expressive art and the nuanced writing, with adaptations by Darcy Lockman and Jack Niida, capture the awkward, tender, and often humorous journey of young love and self-discovery. This series remains a touchstone for fans of thoughtful character-driven romance, celebrated for its emotional depth and honest portrayal of teenage vulnerability.