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彼氏彼女の事情 [Kareshi Kanojo no Jijou]
Series · 21
books · 1996-2005

Books in series

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#1

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 1

1996

Straight As, athlete and overall "Ms. Popularity," Yukino, is the perfect student. Or at least that"s how she appears to the outside world. But when the curtains are drawn, a lazy young egomaniac lurks who will do anything and everything to be the top student in her school. Yukino finds her resolve put to the test as after years as the Idol of her class a threat emerges in the MORE perfect Soiichiro. A good-natured, studious and athletic boy he is her equal in every way but one ;that behind the act is a genuine heart driven to succeed. Yukino is desperate to regain her status anyway she can, but through embarrassing flub-ups at every turn, Soiichiro remains untouched even as they find respect for one another, and maybe, after all the dust has cleared, something more.
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#2

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 2

1997

You know that couple who was obviously meant for each other, and everybody knew it, except them? That's Yukino and Soichiro, the two top students in school, who are capable of anything other than a normal relationship. Still, despite all they've been through, it seems they could finally be getting together. But now, the school's token pretty boy, Hideaki, is intent on wedging himself between them, for reasons they can't begin to imagine.
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#3

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 3

1997

Things are going well for Yukino and Soichiro. They have accepted each other for who they are, and have truly become boyfriend and girlfriend. But they've been concentrating more on each other than on their schoolwork. When the two best students in school suddenly let their grades drop, it draws the attention and concern of one of the teachers. He wants Yukino and Soichiro to break up so they can concentrate on their schoolwork again! And he even calls a dreaded parent-teacher conference to tell their parents his concerns. Will they really make Yukino and Soichiro break up?
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#4

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 4

1997

After Soichiro threatens Yukino's status as most popular, Yukino tries to regain her idol-like popularity, struggling with her own inner problems while they develop a unique relationship.
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#5

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 5

1998

You know that couple that was obviously meant for each other, and everybody knew it, except them? That's Yukino and Soichiro, the two top students in school, who are capable of anything other than a normal relationship.
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#6

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 6

1998

You know that couple that was obviously meant for each other, and everybody knew it, except them? That's Yukino and Soichiro, the two top students in school, who are capable of anything other than a normal relationship.
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#7

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 7

1999

The second semester has begun and everyone's busy with tests, practices and activities. It's time to prepare for the culture festival and Yukino has been asked to perform in a futuristic sci-fi play. There's instant drama when Tonami, a transfer student and old friend of Soichiro, comes back on the scene after three years. Tempers flare and competitive natures run wild.
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#8

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 8

1999

After Soichiro threatens Yukino's status as most popular, Yukino tries to regain her idol-like popularity, struggling with her own inner problems while they develop a unique relationship.
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#9

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 9

2000

You know that couple that was obviously meant for each other, and everybody knew it, except them? That's Yukino and Soichiro, the two top students in school, who are capable of anything other than a normal relationship.
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#10

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 10

2000

When Maho confesses her true feelings for Takashi, he admits that he's not the man she thinks he is. With the arrival of winter comes an end-of-semester school trip to Kyoto, where a little love and tenderness just might fill everyone with good memories, glad tidings and the sweetest of dreams.
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#11

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 11

2001

Kazuma is the yin to his stepsister Tsubasa's yang—their relationship is like fire and ice. Kazuma is a famous singer loved by everyone in school... and Tsubasa has a bit of a schoolgirl crush on Kazuma! But how can a girl strike a chord with someone who is occupied with his own music 24/7?
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#12

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 12

2001

Tsubasa's never had much luck with guys—the ones she likes never feel the same way about her. When Kazuma drifts out of her life and focuses on his music career, Tsubasa's heart is broken yet again. Is this tender teen even capable of being loved? Does a rising pop star have room in heart for love and music? For these lovelorn siblings, the answers lie in song.
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#13

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 13

2002

After Soichiro threatens Yukino's status as most popular, Yukino tries to regain her idol-like popularity, struggling with her own inner problems while they develop a unique relationship.
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#14

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 14

2002

After Soichiro threatens Yukino's status as most popular, Yukino tries to regain her idol-like popularity, struggling with her own inner problems while they develop a unique relationship.
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#15

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 15

2003

After Soichiro threatens Yukino's status as most popular, Yukino tries to regain her idol-like popularity, struggling with her own inner problems while they develop a unique relationship.
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#16

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 16

2003

After Soichiro threatens Yukino's status as most popular, Yukino tries to regain her idol-like popularity, struggling with her own inner problems while they develop a unique relationship.
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#17

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 17

2003

After Soichiro threatens Yukino's status as most popular, Yukino tries to regain her idol-like popularity, struggling with her own inner problems while they develop a unique relationship.
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#18

Kare Kano, His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 18

2004

After Soichiro threatens Yukino's status as most popular, Yukino tries to regain her idol-like popularity, struggling with her own inner problems while they develop a unique relationship.
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#19

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 19

2004

After Soichiro threatens Yukino's status as most popular, Yukino tries to regain her idol-like popularity, struggling with her own inner problems while they develop a unique relationship.
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#20

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 20

2005

After Soichiro threatens Yukino's status as most popular, Yukino tries to regain her idol-like popularity, struggling with her own inner problems while they develop a unique relationship.
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#21

Kare Kano

His and Her Circumstances, Vol. 21

2005

After Soichiro threatens Yukino's status as most popular, Yukino tries to regain her idol-like popularity, struggling with her own inner problems while they develop a unique relationship.

Authors

Masami Tsuda
Author · 25 books

Name (in native language): 津田雅美 Tsuda is a tea-loving, crazy manga-ka who lives in Japan. Her most famous work that has been translated into several languages is Kare Kano (or His and Her Circumstances). Tsuda likes operas, historical sites, and classic children's tales.

Darcy Lockman
Darcy Lockman
Author · 5 books
Darcy Lockman is a former journalist turned psychologist whose writing has appeared in The New York Times and the Washington Post, among others. She lives with her husband and daughters in Queens.
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