Not Quite Love

Synopsis

In a twist of fate, high schooler Umi Sayama finds herself moving in with the Hiroi family next door. There’s just one problem—their son, Sho, is her childhood crush, eight years her senior, and it’s been years since she last saw him. Just as she's wondering if seeing him again will be the meet-cute romance that will change her life, she finds out that the honor student that she once admired has been transformed into a scruffy manga artist. Though she can’t quite shake her old feelings, Umi is certain—it’s more than a first crush, but it’s definitely not love. (Source: Square Enix)

About

Not Quite Love is a Japanese manga, first serialized in 2025, The series is currently being serialized.

Why readers enjoy Not Quite Love

Not Quite Love appeals to readers of Comedy manga, especially those who appreciate stories that weave in Romance elements. This combination of Comedy, Romance sets the work's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience.

Creators

Not Quite Love is written by Daisuke Hagiwara, with art by Daisuke Hagiwara.

Reception

Not Quite Love holds an average score of 6.9 out of 10 on AniList, a solid score that signals a stable, dedicated readership, with 45 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Not Quite Love include: Heterosexual, Female Protagonist, Drawing, Age Gap. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.