Komi Can't Communicate, Vol. 16

Shoko Komis greatest dream is to make 100 friends, but everyone mistakes her social anxiety for cool reserve. She meets Tadano, a timid wallflower who helps her achieve her goal. Itan High's sports festival brings students together, but Tadano forgets his lunch. Will Komi and Manbagi hand-feed their crush, or will they be the only lunchtime losers?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 17 March 2022
Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

The path to forging a hundred friendships begins with a single, transformative conversation. Shoko Komis, a socially anxious high school student, yearns to connect with others, but her crippling social anxiety often leads to misinterpretation as cool reserve. However, her luck turns when she meets Tadano, a timid wallflower who courageously steps out of his comfort zone to assist her in achieving her cherished goal of making 100 friends.

As the sports festival arrives at Itan High, the students are filled with an intense sense of competitiveness. However, amidst the festivities, Tadano's forgetfulness leads to a heartwarming display of unity among his classmates. They set aside their rivalries and come together in a selfless act to ensure that Tadano has a fulfilling lunch.

Komi and Manbagi, two of Tadano's classmates, find themselves in a predicament. They must muster the courage to hand-feed their crush, Komi, who is hesitant to take the first step. Will they succeed in their endeavor, or will they remain the sole lunchtime losers?

This story serves as a poignant reminder that the journey to forming meaningful connections often begins with a single act of kindness and understanding. It highlights the power of stepping out of one's comfort zone to help others and the transformative impact that such actions can have on both the giver and the receiver. Through their collective efforts, Komi, Manbagi, and Tadano not only achieve their goal of making 100 friends but also learn valuable lessons about empathy, friendship, and the importance of valuing oneself.

Weight: 178g
Dimension: 128 x 189 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781974724543