Komi Can't Communicate, Vol. 25

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. Komi is in her final year of high school, and a cynical new classmate's outlook sparks a school-wide battle royale. Can she make a new ally, or will pessimism win?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 20 July 2023
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, yet her debilitating social anxiety often leads to misinterpretation as cool reserve. However, fate intervenes 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 a hundred friends.

Komi finds herself in her final year of high school, with the ticking clock reminding her of the urgency to fulfill her aspiration. She embarks on this journey with determination, but the first day of classes brings a challenge. A cynical new classmate, with a bitter outlook, ignites a school-wide battle royale. Can Komi find a new ally in the trenches, or will pessimism triumph?

Through her interactions with Tadano, Komi learns the power of empathy, understanding, and genuine connection. She realizes that true friendships are built on acceptance, support, and a willingness to step outside one's comfort zone. With Tadano by her side, Komi embarks on a mission to connect with others, overcoming obstacles and spreading positivity.

As Komi's circle of friends grows, she experiences the joy and fulfillment that comes from true companionship. She learns valuable lessons about self-confidence, resilience, and the importance of valuing diversity. Through her journey, Komi inspires others to embrace their uniqueness and seek connections that enrich their lives.

In the end, Komi's story serves as a testament to the transformative power of friendship. It reminds us that the journey to a hundred friends begins with a single conversation, and that with courage, determination, and a willingness to be open to others, we can overcome social barriers and build meaningful connections that enrich our lives.

Weight: 176g
Dimension: 126 x 191 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781974737048