This was so cute and dorky in the best way possible. The mmc was such an awkward golden retriever and I couldn’t help smiling with every interaction he had the fmc.

Short, sweet, relatable. This single volume manga was a treat to read and was utterly romantic is the most mundane of ways. This is the type of love story that actually happens in real life, which makes it such a joy to read.

Thank you NetGalley for providing an ARC copy in exchange for my honest review!

Such a sweet and wholesome one-shot! I was interested in this one because it was by the same author of Sweat and Soap. While I haven't read Sweat and Soap yet, I thought this would be a great way to get a feel for the author's artistry and storytelling, and it was just so cute! Nokoru and Natsu made an adorable pairing. The story provides a new angle on the office romance by moving from the cubicle to the living room. It displayed many of the changes one experiences when working from home and the positive and negative impacts in a fun way. I also love Yamada's art style and it makes me excited to eventually pick up her other work.

Though this is set during the Covid-19 pandemic, I don't think it feels outdated since the story is so short. They hang out in person quite a lot which made it hard for me to feel the restrictions but this could just be a byproduct of Japan's handling of the pandemic making its way into the work that I'm unfamiliar with (I'm from the US). Since many people work from home still (at least in the US) this story is just as relatable now as it was a few years ago. I think if the author wanted to add some more chapters concerning the pairing's travel it would've been welcome with me! If you're a fan of Sweat and Soap and need a quick and cute pick-up, I think this is a good one!

A huge thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha for the e-book!

I really loved this one shot romance! Sweat and Soap was a great series and I was excited to read another story from this author. For a one shot this is a very comprehensive story, and you can really get a feel for everything from the pandemic overshadowing their lives to the development these two go through as their lives become entangled.

The story pacing was fun and it was nice to see time go by without wasting the time that had elapsed or bogging down the pacing of the story.
I would have loved to read a longer version of this, but it's honestly perfect the way it is.

Thank you so much for this arc!

I absolutely loved the manga. I thought it was really sweet, lighthearted and romantic. It was a nice, realistic story about falling in love in the pandemic. The illustrations were great and the writing was awesome. It written as if it was a memoir and for a moment it had me convinced this story was based off a true story

This was a quick read! So wholesome and cute. I’m not sure what I was expecting but I loved it so much! It really highlights some of the loneliness we felt while trapped during the pandemic. 🥲

Thank you for the eARC! This manga is so cute. Such a fun and quick read! Such a wholesome characters/stories that I had so much fun reading this manga. It's not heavy which is what I need after reading heavy fantasy books.

Sweat & Soap is one of my all-time favorite manga written for adult audiences; naturally, I was over the moon about this new release from that mangaka! While it didn't hit quite the same notes, I still really enjoyed this insular romance. It captured the feeling of the COVID-19 lockdown well, without being dark & hopeless. Instead, it celebrated the small connections we make every day, reminding us that you never know where one interaction will lead.

This is different from anything I've ever read - I have never reviewed a graphic novel - but this was SO precious and I absolutely loved this book.

The story itself was nice and simple, yet it was adorable and I laughed so many times. I saw myself in the MMC and was giggling as I saw him trying to figure out how to approach and get closer to his neighbor, it was so sweet! This is a very fast-paced/quick book, so I didn't have to wait long until feelings rose or they got together, and it made me enjoy it even more. There was very light angst in this book as it was more focused on the hope between the two as they figured things out during this unexpected love they found themselves in.

It's quick, you won't regret it!

Home Office Romance is a sweet, heartwarming manga that follows two neighbours gradually falling in love and embracing the solace of togetherness.

Nokoru, has been working nonstop until the pandemic gives him a much needed home from work option. Realising how much work has taken over his life, he reunited with his favourite old times hobbies. Then one day he meets his neighbour, Natsu, a graduate student in archeology.

And that was the beginning of it all. Gradually they form a friendship that turns to a blooming romance of warmth, affection and being comfortable in each other's presence.

This manga was perfect in every sense of romance that will tug at your heart's strings. I really liked the characters and their diversified personalities and professions that gave me a chance to experience the best of both worlds. Natsu was the sunshine that Nokoru needed in his life. And the expression of love and longing was *chef's kiss.*
This was captivating right from the start and I cannot get them out of mind. The artwork is outstanding.

I definitely recommend this manga.

Rating: 5 leaves out of 5
-Characters: 5/5
-Story: 5/5
-Writing: 5/5
Genre: Slice of Life
-Slice of Life: 5/5
Type: Manga
Worth?: Yes

Want to thank Netgalley and publishers for giving me the chance to read this book.

This was such a cute and fun little manga read! Kinda wished there had been more volumes!

Wow! I read such a cute and short manga after such a long time. I wish there were more chapters! But the ending in this felt so satisfying and right that I didn't mind. This is a story about two neighbours set during the Covid-19 years. One is an archaeological student and the other is an office worker and they both meet while working from home.

The chemistry between them is so cute, it makes me giggle. The FL is the one who pulls the first move here and the ML is such a softy. They bond over their love for architecturual wonders. One who acquired the love from mangas and other from her studies. They exchange each other's books and even make pie charts to find out free time to date. If this isn't the cutest thing then I don't know what is.

Also the ML moves all the way to a different part of the world, not just to meet the FL but also fulfill his own dream. This encourages me to fulfill my dreams of visiting my favourite places too!

In short this was a wonderful short read and everyone who has forgotten their dreams or loves a cute romance should give it a try. All you need is to burn that spark again and have some confidence!

I really enjoyed this, such a cute story about two neighbours falling in love during the pandemic. Very sweet indeed. And all wrapped up in one volume as well.

After reading an intense fantasy this was the perfect palate cleanser! What an incredibly cute, sweet, and funny story! I really liked the characters and the way their story was told. I wish we hadn’t found out so close to the beginning that they end up married. It would have been fun to not find out until the end! But otherwise, I liked this a lot!

Thank you Netgalley for providing me with a copy of Home Office Romance.
This was so heartwarming, funny and cute! I loved the characters and the progression of their relationship. I related to their interests and their experience of being apart due to lockdown. This was a quick read for me. The ending felt satisfying and I loved the art style.

Thank you to Netgalley and Kodansha for providing me with an eArc for this title in return for my unbiased review.

If you are feeling a bit down or having a hard day, I’d definitely recommend reading this manga for a pick me up! It is a short and sweet story about two neighbours who meet during the COVID pandemic and, as the title suggests, fall in love. I loved both of the characters- they had widely different personalities but, came together in such a natural and cute way. Honestly, aside from the pandemic, it reminds me of when I met my husband during my university years!

My only criticism is that there wasn’t more for me to read! I’d love more details of their lives and the events they experienced. Thank you to Netgalley and Kodansha for providing me with an eArc for this title in return for my unbiased review.

The characters felt so real and lovable, like you could actually meet them in real life. Their chemistry was effortless, and nothing about it felt forced or cringy. The way they were drawn made them even more charming—every expression and little detail added so much personality. Her reactions when she flirted were priceless; I couldn’t stop laughing at how funny and relatable they were. I’ve read a lot of manhwa before, but this one was on a whole new level of cute. It just left me smiling the entire time.

This was such a delightful and heart-warming slice-of-life manga! I adored the story of how two neighbours go from strangers to friends, and eventually fall in love during the COVID pandemic. The art style was charming throughout, and the sweet moments of romance had me giggling! I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a short, wholesome, and cosy read. It’s left me eager to explore more works by Kintetsu Yamada.

Thankyou Netgalley for this ARC.

This was a short sweet read with cosy vibes. The MC's are neighbours who become friends and then more during the pandemic. It shows their journey in their relationship and where they end up, I just wish there was more they're so sweet <3 I was kicking my feet at them so dang hard!

(Rounded from 4.5 stars)

Honest Netgalley Review:
This was such a sweet and wholesome slice of life manga. Set in the time of the Covid 19 pandemic two neighbors connect. Nokoru is working from home for the first time and inspired to spruce up his apartment. As he enjoys his newly decorated patio he finds out he has a neighbor and he's very intrigued by her. Natsu is in college for archeology and finds herself bored at home thanks to the pandemic. She misses being at digging sites but when she notices her neighbors jungle like patio she strikes up a conversation. These two neighbors stuck at home more than usual find they quite enjoy chatting. The two bond and soon their neighborly friendship blooms into something more. Nokoru was so hilarious. He is so stiff and formal but has super funny inner monologue. He needs answers for everything which is complete opposite of his neighbor. Natsu is outgoing, sweet, and very curious. It was so sweet and fun reading Nokoru and Natsu falling for each other.

it was a sweet romance read. i enjoyed it. but i really felt that the story could have been longer. but it was overall ok. sweet and short