Skip and Loafer
Skip and Loafer is a burgeoning romance manga with charm pouring from every pore. The protagonist has a wide-eyed sweetness as well as a goofiness, which is highlighted by her unusual appearance. Iwakura is drawn differently than the other characters on the roster, with a more minimalist and blank expression reminiscent of Mob Psycho 100. It's endearing that even her face makes you laugh (but not in a cruel or mocking way). Then there's the emphasis on friendship rather than romance.
Shima, the other protagonist, is a charming himbo who every girl adores, and he has chosen to befriend Iwakura on her first day of school. After growing up in the country, this is her first day in Tokyo. A lot goes wrong, and Shima is there to help (though he's not very good at it). This is a romance manga that combines the slice-of-life and rom-com genres to create something funny, warm, and entertaining. The excellent English translation carries the comedy and charm of the original into every line and page, and a growing cast of characters keeps us engaged chapter after chapter.
Author: Misaki Takamatsu
Original run: August 25, 2018 – present
Volumes: 8
Status: Ongoing
Buy here: https://bom.so/NLPrX1
