それでも歩は寄せてくる [Soredemo Ayumu Wa Yosetekuru]

From 2019 to 2023, this charming 17-issue romantic comedy from Kōdansha, written and illustrated by Yamamoto Sōichirō, follows the daily life of Ayumu Tanaka, a high school shogi player who can't seem to confess his feelings to his senpai, Urushi Yaotome. Though he vows to win her heart only after he beats her at shogi, his every move and earnest blush betrays his resolve, creating a gentle, teasing dynamic between the pair. Known for its warm, slow-burn romance and the creator's signature soft art style, the series is a beloved entry in the "will-they-won't-they" genre, capturing the sweet tension of unspoken affection.