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hi kyla! do you perhaps have any slice of life manga recs that would feel just like a sunny day in late spring when everything is in bloom? you know, the classic… heavy topics and philosophical are great, but would love to read something to immerse myself into this feel :)

hello lovely!!! my apologies for replying sooo late!!! nevertheless, i’m so delighted that you thought of asking me for recommendations!!! i have been thinking of which mangas fit this beautiful description of yours, and these are the first ones that came to mind:

1. Hirayasumi

⤷ definitely the first one to spring to mind! your perfect slice-of-life with beautiful spreads like these, be it spring or summer. this is basically like a dear friend to me. when you are trying your best living life in the best ways you can, it will let you know. loving the mundane, coming to appreciate the quotidian hustle and bustle. finding a place in this world. we’ll be okay.

2. Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou

⤷ of course, I had to include this manga. a coastal slice-of-life where Alpha, the protagonist, runs a small coffee shop and likes to take photos whilst she gallivants with her scooter and meets new people. can be bittersweet at times, but is overall such a great and warm episodic manga with breathtaking colour pages. i urge you to check out the OVA as well, as it fits the sunny day in late spring more!

3. Akanesasu Zakuro no Miyako

⤷ love this little manga about a boy who started living with his aunt in Spain. meeting new people, trying to acclimate with a new culture and environment, and of course, getting to know his own aunt.

4. Kobato

⤷ my favourite from CLAMP. could be quite heavy, but it’s just so wonderful! not going to say anything else, just check it out yourself! and if you are familiar with CLAMP, you should know their ornate and intricate art. check out the anime as well! great stuff. it’s CLAMP, you’ll love it (you should) (not a threat)

5. Third-Generation Chemist Kyubee

⤷ this manga is so cute! miku is succeeding her grandfather’s apothecary shop and aids to people who come. breathtaking art that reinforces great allegories on complicated and unperceived feelings.

some more: Natsuyuki Rendezvous, Musashino Rondo, BL Metamorphosis, Mikazuki March, Zassou-tachi yo Taishi wo Idake, Dobugawa, Usemono Yado, Chirori, Maison Ikokku, Cross Game.

i’d give you some more, but that’s all for now! i have lots from my list that i have yet to read as well, including: Yotsuba&!, Mushishi, Seshuusei Triangle, Neko to Watashi to Deutschland, Miyori no Mori, Green: Nouka no Yome ni Naritai that i think might suit your liking.