This book was absolutely fantastic. I've already added it to our list for order this year and will recommend it to students.

Three friends- Yuki Yamada, Akari Akama, and Yousuke Toda- are starting their second spring in high school. Akama and Toda like each other, though neither of them have realized it yet, and Yamada has realized he likes Kaede Seno, a childhood friend. Surprise! Seno likes him too! No one is admitting to this, however- at least, no one has confessed yet. The awkwardness, blushing, and almost-confessions are so cute and OH MY GRAVY WAS THAT JUST A DOUBLE CONFESSION IN THE RAIN?!?!
....I apologize for my outburst. As I was saying, this is cute and sweet and will tug at several of your heartstrings. I can't say this brought anything new to the genre, it does its job very well- this is sweet, adorable slice-of-life high school romance, and I loved it!

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Springtime by the Window is a gentle and easy read, though ultimately fails to leave any real lasting impression. It's characters and setting is bland, and offers nothing new in the way of shoujo manga. However, for fans of the genre, it might be worth s read, if not for it's cute art style.

This was a cute shojo. I feel like it stayed in lines with the basic storylines of the genre. We have Yamada, the pretty boy, who is in love with Seno, who is kind of naïve and doesn’t see it. We also have Yamada’s two best friends Akama and Toda who are developing a relation of their own. I enjoyed this relationship between our side characters because I think they are just so adorable; quite cute and very funny. The main characters maybe touched me a little bit less because I feel like they are lost among all the hero/heroine shojo that I have already read about. Overall, even though it’s not a story I will keep in my heart forever for the moment, it was a nice read and I enjoyed it.
I recommend this manga if you are looking for a story with innocence, pure friendship and cute romance.
3.5/5

This manga was as cute as I thought it would be!

I really liked the characters, though Akama and Toda are the best! I'm already desperately wanting volume two because of how much I enjoyed them! They are so adorable together and really enjoy their banter!

Yamada grew on me as the volume progressed. I felt it was a little hard to get into the story at first because he's much more "stilted" (for a lack of a better word) compared to his very energetic friends. However, I LOVED the hopeful best friends-to-lovers romance! It's not an actual romance just yet, but a lot of those parts made me smile because him and Seno are just as adorable together.

This very much reads as a slice-of-life and a lot of the chapters don't have a direct lead-in to the next, but I found I didn't mind that. I found it to be pretty relaxing in how as the reader we know their downtime will involve a fun conversation. Though lots of "Awwww" moments when things go differently then I expect!

Overall, this was a great manga! I'm actually wanting to order a paperback for myself because I had such a great time! Lots of cute and funny moments and can't wait to see what's to come!

*(I received an e-ARC from the publisher via NetGalley. All thoughts expressed are my own.)*

I loved this manga and thought it was such a sweet portrayal of first loves. I initially wasn't a fan of the "telling not showing" style it was written in, but it grew on me the more I read. The characters were great and had such distinctive personalities. Yamada's friend group is just so fun to read and I love their dynamic. Toda is such a goofball and he reminds me of my own boyfriend. All of the characters' expressions and reactions were so great. They were all so cute with how they attempted to confess their crush or hide it. I can't wait to see what happens in the next volume!

In my journey into the world of manga, this one caught my attention and that's why I decided to read it. It's so cute and sweet, basically what I needed after all the books I've been reading.

Main characters

Yuki Yamada is the protagonist, he seems quite serious but he has a humorous side, I loved his personality, I felt identified. On the other hand, Kaede Seno the protagonist is somewhat distracted and cute, I liked her character is so sweet.

Soooo they are childhood friends (what's new), he has had a crush on her since they were kids and she likes him too, but they aren't honest and it's frustrating. Their moments are very beautiful and I just want them to go out.

Plot

The chapters are short and it doesn't follow a specific timeline, also, it doesn't have a plot, rather it's Yamada's life and how he relates to his friends and childhood crush, it's entertaining, it has a little comedy, and is quick to read, perfect when you want to relax and clear your mind, quite cute. The art style is cute, the strokes are smooth, and the characters aren't so sharp at all times.

Side characters

Akari Akama is a friend of the protagonist, she's a very happy person and has a lot of energy, I like her. On the other hand, Yousuke Toda is his best friend, outgoing, and somewhat absent-minded but I liked his relationship with the protagonist. They are my favorite characters, please I just want them to confess their feelings, is this what the manga is like?

Final thoughts

It's a quick read, the story is cute and entertaining, the art style cute, and generally very good if you want to pass the time.

Do I recommend it? Yes.

Heroine: 7/10
Hero: 7/10
Romance: 7/10
Type of Relationship: F/M
Plot: 6/10
Cover: 6.5/10

My thanks to the author Suzuyuki, LOVE x LOVE, and NetGalley for the opportunity to get this ARC for an unbiased review.

While there's nothing overtly wrong with this book, it also isn't particularly interesting. None of the characters stand out, which is a shame, because there is potential for most of them, especially the louder duo. But perhaps the fact that the two couples can be classified as "loud" and "quiet" is part of the problem - there's just nothing that makes it stand out. With as much manga as we have access to now, that's probably a greater sin than most.

Such a cute many volume. I really loved the storyline and the characters.. and the artwork was phenomenal! I am looking forward to the next volume.

This manga was such a delightful surprise! We follow four people as they all manage their own feelings and crushes and friendships between them all.

I loved both couples! They’re both different— we’ve got a childhood friends situation and a best friends with crushes on each other but they both don’t know yet— and I love all of these tropes so much. This first volume ended on a bit of a cliffhanger before their first date and I cannot wait for the next volume to see how all of it goes!

This was such a fun, heartwarming and hilarious read and I am excited to see where it goes in future volumes! Definitely recommend if you like any of the relationship tropes I said above and a high school setting.

4/5⭐️

This was such a sweet introduction to these characters. I'm already rooting for our main couple, and the side couple!

The story was a quick, cute read. Nice and lighthearted.

The story progressed at a decent speed and the artwork is gorgeous!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Cute romcom, about fours students, about friendship, about love. Its fluffy love, good humor, i can't wait to read vol 2

Thank you to NetGalley, Tokyopop, LOVE x LOVE, and Suzuyuki for the opportunity to read this manga in exchange for an honest review.

This is a cute high school romance that follows a set of four students who are friends, but soon seem to fall for each other. Seno and Yamada have known each other since childhood. Yamada only has a heart for Seno and denies other girls that ask him out. Seno seems to like him as well, but she can't seem to bring their togetherness beyond friendship.

Akama and Toda have been friends for a long time. They met Seno and Yamada in line at an ice cream shop. Akama has a crush on Toda and can't bring herself to tell him for fear of ruining their friendship, and Toda likes Akama, but he can't bring himself to say anything either! Yet perhaps a chance meet-up at the summer festival will bring them together? That is set up for volume 2, so I guess we'll see!

This was a quick, fun read with flavorful art. It was a very easy story, with a lot of cute and little dramatic or stressful elements that some high school romance manga has. A great first volume!

Yamada and Seno are second-year students. They are also childhood friends. Yamada is popular, especially among the girls. However, the girl he pines for is oblivious to his interest.
Plus, Yamada’s friends and fellow classmates secretly likes each other… but they are oblivious to the fact, only Yamada knows.
The story came off bland and dull to me. I had a rough time keeping interested in the story and characters. I understand that some people can be oblivious, but this got to be too much.

Love this cute and fluffy high school romance manga!

Sprint by the Window, by Suzuyuki, shows us the innocence of youth in our four main characters. They are all friends, and the couples are super adorable. I love how light and fluffy everything is, and that they all have friends that really love and support them.

The humor is on point, and the story sets a good pace. I'm excited to read the next volume!

This comedic, episodic shoujo is a heartwarming look at four oblivious friends. Yamada has been in love with his childhood friend Seno since they were children, while Yamada's two closest friends Akama and Toda are both have feelings for each other and don't realize the other returns their affections.

The little vignettes in this manga pass pretty fast, and I laughed out loud multiple times. This has all the follies of teen love and obliviousness, and I enjoyed it quite a bit! The art style wasn't my favorite but I think it suits the silliness of the story.

One thing that did confuse me was the bonus middle school story at the end... had to whip out my detective glasses to see if Akari is trans or if she just used to be a huge tomboy. Who knows! Either way, I love a good over-the-top girl archetype and I'm looking forward to reading more.

❧ 3.5 ★

3.5/5 stars (rounded to 3)

I received an ARC of this manga, and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

This was a cute shoujo/slice of life manga! Yamada has a crush on his childhood friend Seno. Akama and Toda, Yamada's friends, have crushes of their own, though they don't seem to realize that they both are developing feelings for each other.

I actually liked Akama and Toda more than I did the main couple. The main couple just felt kind of bland to me. Each chapter reminds me of a one-shot, but they do contribute to the story overall. The art is good, but I thought there were a few spots where it could have been a little better.

While I thought this was a cute story overall, I just had a hard time getting attached to the main characters. I might read the next volume since it looks like it revolves more around Akama and Toda, but I'm still unsure of how I feel about the series as a whole. I could see fans of fluffy and easy-to-read shoujos liking this though.

Content: a few suggestive comments, but nothing too bad

This story primarily follows Yamada as he tries to deal with this long time crush on this childhood friend and next door neighbor, Seno. Who also happens to have a crush on Yamada and is too worried she'll be rejected and too shy to express it.
Along with Yamada's friends Toda and Akama not realizing they both have feelings for each other.
All four of them struggle to express themselves, while trying to focus on school, other activities, and their friendships.

Cute, fluffy, light slice of life story about every day life of high schoolers dealing with the early blossoming of feelings and relationships. Great read if you're looking for shojo with a slow burn.

**Thank you to TOKYOPOP and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.**

Thank you to the publisher and #NetGalley for this DRC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

This was a cute slice of life read. It follows four high school students navigating through school and life while discussing random topics like grades, leisure activities, and romance. In the romantic side of things, there are fluffy scenarios like rainy days and umbrellas, watching the sunrise, and hanging out or walking home from school. There is even a bonus chapter when the four teenagers were in middle school.

The main pairings are YamadaxSeno and AkamaxToda so far, a potential friends-to-lovers troupe. I love how it explores these characters in short chapters. It may seem like there is little progression, yet it is showing back stories and growth in the relationships with each interaction (e.g. Yamada's childhood crush with Seno and how much Toda knows the littlest things about Akama).

For Yamada, he is adorable when he interacts with Seno despite his aloof personality. He turns down other girls because of how much he loves Seno and sees a future with her. However, Seno is completely oblivious to his feelings, making it a one-sided crush. For Toda and Akama, they focus on Yamada's love life when in reality they have their own precious moments with each other.

Overall, Suzuyuki has created a manga about everyday adolescence and how even with all the messy emotions, honest feelings will be unveiled when one least expects it.

For the first volume, I recommend this read to those who like a good introduction to shoujo, romance, and a slice of life manga. I am curious to know how their relationships will bloom so when the next volume releases, I'll check it out!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

A cute, sweet and funny shojo with lovely characters. The story starts with Yamada a cool and smart second year student who is simply in love with his childhood friend Seno and he is pretty honest with himself and the others about his feelings, then we have his two classmates Akama and Toda who are friends but also start to have some romantic feelings for each other but they are afraid to express them and try to keep them hidden which is not that easy.

It was simply enjoyable and funny to follow this four friends with their journey through their growing feelings. I want to know what will happen next between Akama and Toda.