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古見さんは、コミュ症です。 [Komi-san wa, Komyushō Desu.] #17
Komi Can't Communicate, Vol. 17
El Festival Cultural del segundo año de Komi-san está repleto de sucesos inolvidables: la “cita” entre Tadako-kun y Katai-kun, el enfrentamiento entre el FBI y la CIA, y las dos obras teatrales que presenta la clase 2-1. Y, en medio de todo, un intercambio de verdaderos sentimientos entre Komi-san y Manbagi-san, al grado que aquella que siempre está callada comienza a expresarse en voz alta.
192 pages, Paperback
First published May 18, 2020
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Tomohito Oda
76 books371 followersODA Tomohito
Name (in native language): 小田智仁
Associated Names: オダトモヒト
Tomohito Oda won the grand prize for World Worst One in the 70th Shogakukan New Comic Artist Awards in 2012. Oda’s series Digicon, about a tough high school girl who finds herself in control of an alien with plans for world domination, ran from 2014 to 2015.
Name (in native language): 小田智仁
Associated Names: オダトモヒト
Tomohito Oda won the grand prize for World Worst One in the 70th Shogakukan New Comic Artist Awards in 2012. Oda’s series Digicon, about a tough high school girl who finds herself in control of an alien with plans for world domination, ran from 2014 to 2015.
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February 21, 2022
A break-through volume, or maybe it is a two-volume highlight of the series, possibly a kind of turning point. The Manbagi/Komi/Tadano triangle has been a known thing but unaddressed, until this volume, #17 (!?), where an unusual thing happens (spoiler alert!!!): Komi and Manbagi finally communicate to each other about their mutual attraction to Tadano, and they agree to commit to their friendship in spite of whatever happens. Yep, rather than fight with each other in jealous rage, they agree to support each other regardless of what happens.
Whatever else happens in this volume, any typical joking around, it's all in the background as this is a key occurrence. And note: Komi is communicating, and not on paper, with Manbagi. Now Tadano, who dresses as a girl for the play because Komi is talking to Manbagi, remains largely sweetly clueless about what is going on. No one is talking to him. And technically he has two separate culture festival "dates" with Komi and Manbagi, and doesn't even seem to realize it! And yet another girl who plays opposite him may also be falling for him! I say all clueless nice guys (like me and my sons, I am thinking, guys that as teenagers freeze up around girls) have Tadano as someone to cheer on.
Whatever else happens in this volume, any typical joking around, it's all in the background as this is a key occurrence. And note: Komi is communicating, and not on paper, with Manbagi. Now Tadano, who dresses as a girl for the play because Komi is talking to Manbagi, remains largely sweetly clueless about what is going on. No one is talking to him. And technically he has two separate culture festival "dates" with Komi and Manbagi, and doesn't even seem to realize it! And yet another girl who plays opposite him may also be falling for him! I say all clueless nice guys (like me and my sons, I am thinking, guys that as teenagers freeze up around girls) have Tadano as someone to cheer on.
December 26, 2021
GIRLS SUPPORTING GIRLS
March 21, 2022
OMG!!! Komi communicates.
Back in my review for Vol. 10, I wrote,"After an onslaught of new characters who haven't contributed much of anything to the story, Komi's newest friend, Rumiko Manbagi, has an interesting personality and problems and could actually upset the status quo if a little crush hinted at continues to develop. Promising."
Promise comes to fruition in a manner beyond my best expectations, and it finally accelerates the glacially slow progress that has been made since this whole thing kicked off two-and-a-half years ago.
I generally don't linger on books, but I have reread pages of this volume numerous times in the last week. Writing this review has taken forever because I keep picking up the book and reading large sections of it between every sentence.
It's the dad in me, sure, but I just feel so proud of Komi's progress and so much protectiveness for her friend Rumiko. Total emotional engagement.
Back in my review for Vol. 10, I wrote,"After an onslaught of new characters who haven't contributed much of anything to the story, Komi's newest friend, Rumiko Manbagi, has an interesting personality and problems and could actually upset the status quo if a little crush hinted at continues to develop. Promising."
Promise comes to fruition in a manner beyond my best expectations, and it finally accelerates the glacially slow progress that has been made since this whole thing kicked off two-and-a-half years ago.
I generally don't linger on books, but I have reread pages of this volume numerous times in the last week. Writing this review has taken forever because I keep picking up the book and reading large sections of it between every sentence.
It's the dad in me, sure, but I just feel so proud of Komi's progress and so much protectiveness for her friend Rumiko. Total emotional engagement.
February 9, 2022
The school festival continues to be a seething cauldron of hormones. Manbagi put two and two together and came up as the odd one out, but she hasn’t reckoned on her friends. Elsewhere, Tadano gets in touch with his feminine side, the FBI and CIA throw down, and things that make you go hurm.
This book is quintessential Komi in the best sort of way. It starts off pretty good and just builds and builds on itself to be rather excellent without relying on Najimi or going for any especially gut-busting jokes (although that one sequence with the older woman who loves theatrical productions was pretty stellar - she really says what everybody was thinking at the end).
Even if it just kicks the can a little further down the narrative path, the way they resolve the Manbagi/Komi/Tadano triangle is pretty satisfying and really has a little something for everybody. I thought last time that Manbagi’s revelation would lead to her silently letting things go, but the poor thing is made of more emotions than that and it really sets her up for a bruising.
Yet, despite my futile preference for Manbagi, there’s no denying that Komi kills it here - when she needs to step up and be there for her friend, she is there and not just as a bunch of scribbles on paper. It’s a really nice progression for her and, for all the times that others have been there for her, it’s such a nice twist to see her there for somebody else and amidst such a messy situation.
Friends liking the same guy is never going to end well, but you can make it end less painfully and everybody is trying their hardest. Well, minus Tadano, who gets two dates and doesn’t even realize it. The food stall he and Manbagi visit might be the book’s highlight, but this is Komi and Manbagi’s volume through and through (too bad that one girl who is hellbent on sniffing out yuri couples is a few minutes too late)
Everything else is a blur of antics. The student council goes too far, the former student council president goes too far correcting it, Naruse and Ase have half a beautiful moment together (why do these two work so well as a couple?), and somebody is definitely going to realize they’re a little gay for Tadano, by which I mean a lot.
With a lot of time given over to the Komi and Manbagi talk, it’s pretty easy to forgive this one for not being constantly funny. I’d much rather know that the series can split between being serious when it needs to be and still going for big laughs, which it does, and remain just as strong, if not stronger. For it to be as fun as it is, seventeen volumes on, is a minor miracle.
5 stars - c’mon, they didn’t totally crush Manbagi’s hopes and dreams and she got a date out of it! And everything else was great too and Yamai only showed up in a couple panels and was never seen otherwise. It’s like Komi perfection.
This book is quintessential Komi in the best sort of way. It starts off pretty good and just builds and builds on itself to be rather excellent without relying on Najimi or going for any especially gut-busting jokes (although that one sequence with the older woman who loves theatrical productions was pretty stellar - she really says what everybody was thinking at the end).
Even if it just kicks the can a little further down the narrative path, the way they resolve the Manbagi/Komi/Tadano triangle is pretty satisfying and really has a little something for everybody. I thought last time that Manbagi’s revelation would lead to her silently letting things go, but the poor thing is made of more emotions than that and it really sets her up for a bruising.
Yet, despite my futile preference for Manbagi, there’s no denying that Komi kills it here - when she needs to step up and be there for her friend, she is there and not just as a bunch of scribbles on paper. It’s a really nice progression for her and, for all the times that others have been there for her, it’s such a nice twist to see her there for somebody else and amidst such a messy situation.
Friends liking the same guy is never going to end well, but you can make it end less painfully and everybody is trying their hardest. Well, minus Tadano, who gets two dates and doesn’t even realize it. The food stall he and Manbagi visit might be the book’s highlight, but this is Komi and Manbagi’s volume through and through (too bad that one girl who is hellbent on sniffing out yuri couples is a few minutes too late)
Everything else is a blur of antics. The student council goes too far, the former student council president goes too far correcting it, Naruse and Ase have half a beautiful moment together (why do these two work so well as a couple?), and somebody is definitely going to realize they’re a little gay for Tadano, by which I mean a lot.
With a lot of time given over to the Komi and Manbagi talk, it’s pretty easy to forgive this one for not being constantly funny. I’d much rather know that the series can split between being serious when it needs to be and still going for big laughs, which it does, and remain just as strong, if not stronger. For it to be as fun as it is, seventeen volumes on, is a minor miracle.
5 stars - c’mon, they didn’t totally crush Manbagi’s hopes and dreams and she got a date out of it! And everything else was great too and Yamai only showed up in a couple panels and was never seen otherwise. It’s like Komi perfection.
August 31, 2023
I think this is my favorite volume so far! I love Komi and Rumiko’s friendship.
January 31, 2022
We’re getting closer and closer to the end of this slow burn and I absolutely can’t wait! Komi is becoming more confident and her speaking moments are happening more and more often! I love seeing her growth.
I also love seeing the other characters starting to notice this slow burn 👀
Happy reading!
I also love seeing the other characters starting to notice this slow burn 👀
Happy reading!
April 2, 2022
Tadano being a cute girl was a twist I did not expect...
Katai and Tadano are cute as a stage couple 😆
also the Rumiko and Shoko friendship 🥺🥺🥺
Katai and Tadano are cute as a stage couple 😆
also the Rumiko and Shoko friendship 🥺🥺🥺
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May 16, 20232023 reads: 153/350
April 12, 2022
Possibly the very best volume yet. This was gorgeous and so much fun. I live for Tadano in drag and will take it whenever it is available thank you very much. Shoko has grown so much, and we see a new side of her here. She expresses herself with such enthusiasm and love. Lots of great guest appearances and development for some of the newer characters. There's so much to love here and I was pretty emotional. The art is so good too. A gorgeous style has emerged and nothing else hits quite like it. I well deserved phenomenon, can't wait for the next one.
February 26, 2022
This was a cute installment. No new friends were made, but a deeper understanding between Komi and Manbagi was made and I'm all for that character development and girls supporting girls and not tearing each other down or forcing one to give up on their feelings because a friend has the same feelings for the same person. I liked how Komi is starting to grow in her communication skills and is starting to talk more the more comfortable she is with her friends.
February 21, 2025
The class’s play is a roaring success thanks to their star princess Komi, and her and Tadano’s performances get cheers for her but jealous leers for him. Later when Tadano gets into a funny wardrobe situation, Komi and Manbagi have an emotional moment together when they both share their feelings for him and ponder over who suits him more. It definitely looks like their friendship will still stay strong, despite them both liking the same guy. A (100%/Outstanding)
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December 28, 2024I am going to hit that reading goal so help me god!
March 15, 2023
MY HEART I LOVE THESE GIRLS AND LOVE THEM SUPPORTING EAVH OTHER
Y’all girls continuing to support girls even if they like the same guy is so so rare it makes me so happy.
Y’all girls continuing to support girls even if they like the same guy is so so rare it makes me so happy.
July 17, 2022
It's been a while since I've read one of these. They've been tricky to get my hands on lately.
Because of this, I hardly remember any names, and I've even forgotten some faces.
As far as I can tell, this volume has a lot of development compared to many others. It had its usual fun, as well as some more serious moments.
There are things I personally dislike about this volume. But after some thinking, I believe that's more so my personal preferences, rather than an actual issue with the book. I would explain what it is that I don't like, but I worry it's a bit of a spoiler, and I try to stay away from spoilers when reviewing.
Because of this, I hardly remember any names, and I've even forgotten some faces.
As far as I can tell, this volume has a lot of development compared to many others. It had its usual fun, as well as some more serious moments.
There are things I personally dislike about this volume. But after some thinking, I believe that's more so my personal preferences, rather than an actual issue with the book. I would explain what it is that I don't like, but I worry it's a bit of a spoiler, and I try to stay away from spoilers when reviewing.
August 11, 2022
Komi is verbally communicating more!!! I love that she and Rumiko are open with each other about their shared romantic interest in Tadano. I really enjoyed the story and interactions and art in this volume!
February 10, 2022
For fuck's sake Oda, stop making me feel things! My precious heart can't take it!
March 24, 2022
So much is happening! A delightful volume from start to finish.
May 19, 2022
And the award for best volume definitely goes to vol 17 can't wait for it to be animated.
July 9, 2022
The cuteness
August 9, 2022
Arghhh, why did it have to turn out like a semi-harem with everyone loving Tadano 🙄🙄
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 14, 2023
Aww! Friendship between girls!!
April 22, 2023
5/5 *
October 28, 2023
Ame este tomo la platica entre Komi y Mangabi es tan bella, en serio se sinceraron y ahora solo queda esperar como progresaran las cosas....y Tadano en la ignorancia.
Tadano debería de hacer Travestismo como hobbie, aunque su hermana ya empieza a pensar mal de él
Tadano debería de hacer Travestismo como hobbie, aunque su hermana ya empieza a pensar mal de él
March 24, 2024
Tadano being a girl was the funniest thing
January 14, 2025
This is how you do a love triangle
July 14, 2025
I thought he can only read Komi's mind
September 11, 2025
In this volume Komi admitted that she likes Tadano, she even tells him in a very particular way. The characters are always fun to read it can cheer you up.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 24, 2023
Gotta pick one! Can't be both😭😭
November 10, 2024
3.5 stars*
While yes we got some greater character development, and story development. I’m not really liking the direction it’s taking currently. Also, this series is becoming less cute and fun to read :/
While yes we got some greater character development, and story development. I’m not really liking the direction it’s taking currently. Also, this series is becoming less cute and fun to read :/
November 15, 2022
Best volume so far! I loved how instead of letting a guy get between them Shoko and Rumiko acknowledged they both have feelings for Tadano but their friendship will always be more important. Love to see girls supporting each other 😭❤️
AND this is a huge milestone for Shoko Komi and her communication... she spoke more than she ever has in one go to Rumiko (she even shouted!) and clearly expressed her thoughts out loud. I'm so proud of her!
AND this is a huge milestone for Shoko Komi and her communication... she spoke more than she ever has in one go to Rumiko (she even shouted!) and clearly expressed her thoughts out loud. I'm so proud of her!
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