Komi Can't Communicate, Vol. 21

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.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 10 November 2022
Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

The path to forging a hundred friendships begins with a single conversation. Shoko Komis, a socially anxious high school student, yearns to form connections with others, but her debilitating 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 new year unfolds, Komis faces fresh challenges. Her class trip is scheduled to take place abroad, igniting a thrilling adventure that begins with Komi's daunting task of visiting the passport office to submit her paperwork. With determination and resilience, she embarks on this journey, embracing the opportunity to step outside her comfort zone and embrace new experiences.

Along the way, Komis encounters various obstacles and setbacks, but she remains steadfast in her pursuit of friendship. She befriends classmates, joins clubs, and actively engages in social activities, all in an effort to expand her circle of acquaintances. Through her determination and the support of Tadano, Komis gradually realizes that her social anxiety does not define her, and she can overcome her fears to form meaningful connections with others.

The journey to 100 friends is a transformative one for Komis. She learns the importance of self-confidence, empathy, and perseverance. She discovers that true friendship is not about quantity but about quality, and that by opening herself up to others, she can create a network of support and companionship that will accompany her throughout her life.

In the end, Komis achieves her goal of making 100 friends, but the true victory lies in the personal growth and self-discovery she experiences along the way. She emerges from her journey with a renewed sense of self-assurance, a deeper understanding of human connections, and a heart full of gratitude for the friendships she has formed. The path to 100 friends may have begun with a single conversation, but it is the transformative power of human connection that truly makes it extraordinary.

Weight: 168g
Dimension: 128 x 191 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781974731046