Hatsuiku Collection

Kanae Tatsuharu, an ordinary high school student, finds himself in a series of awkward and intimate situations with the women around him. From a classmate with a secret crush to a teacher struggling with her own desires, each chapter follows a different relationship as it develops beyond the boundaries of everyday life. The collection explores the tender, confusing, and often physical side of young love and attraction.

As Kanae navigates these encounters, he discovers that everyone has their own hidden feelings and vulnerabilities. Whether it's a childhood friend who wants more than friendship or a mysterious older woman who knows exactly what she wants, Kanae must learn to understand the complexities of desire and connection. Each story in this anthology presents a new challenge, testing his emotions and pushing him to grow in unexpected ways.