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自転車屋さんの高橋くん [Jitenshaya-san no Takahashi-kun] #1
Takahashi from the Bike Shop, Vol. 1
From unwanted advances from her boss and work dumped onto her by coworkers, thirty-year-old Tomoko Hanno, or Panko for short, struggles to stand up for herself. But when her rusty bike breaks down, she meets Ryohei Takahashi from the neighborhood bike repair shop. Although he can be a bit overbearing, Panko finds herself relying on his considerate nature and her world begins to shift…
172 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 22, 2019
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March 11, 2024
Non chiedetemi il colore di niente.
December 31, 2024
3.5 stars
I so wanted to love this more and feel that maybe I should binge read it when more volumes come out because I feel that's the best way I would enjoy it?
I am unsure if it was the story itself or how uncomfortable I personally felt in seeing SO much of myself Panko that it was hard to read because I related to her in such a painful way. The way she never stands up for herself because she doesn't want to make people angry hit me so hard and I think it's ultimately why I didn't overwhelmingly love this first volume, which is hard to admit. I feel like this story is set up in a way where I KNOW Panko is going to find freedom from that "worry" in not speaking up because near the end there was one moment where she did and I completely cheered! She deserves so much better and I really hope she only becomes happier as the story goes on!
Ryouhei is fantastic! I agree with Panko that I was nervous about him at first, but I LOVED seeing how caring and bold he is! I think he will really help Panko slowly start to say no to things she doesn't want to do as well as be more open about the things she loves and likes. He's a really really great male lead!
I also loved how the romance is slowly blooming as I have no doubts it will be beautiful, but for now, I think I will come back to this series at another time when I feel more mentally prepared to read someone so similar to myself. 🥹
*(I received a digital e-copy via Edelweiss. All thoughts expressed are my own.)*
I so wanted to love this more and feel that maybe I should binge read it when more volumes come out because I feel that's the best way I would enjoy it?
I am unsure if it was the story itself or how uncomfortable I personally felt in seeing SO much of myself Panko that it was hard to read because I related to her in such a painful way. The way she never stands up for herself because she doesn't want to make people angry hit me so hard and I think it's ultimately why I didn't overwhelmingly love this first volume, which is hard to admit. I feel like this story is set up in a way where I KNOW Panko is going to find freedom from that "worry" in not speaking up because near the end there was one moment where she did and I completely cheered! She deserves so much better and I really hope she only becomes happier as the story goes on!
Ryouhei is fantastic! I agree with Panko that I was nervous about him at first, but I LOVED seeing how caring and bold he is! I think he will really help Panko slowly start to say no to things she doesn't want to do as well as be more open about the things she loves and likes. He's a really really great male lead!
I also loved how the romance is slowly blooming as I have no doubts it will be beautiful, but for now, I think I will come back to this series at another time when I feel more mentally prepared to read someone so similar to myself. 🥹
*(I received a digital e-copy via Edelweiss. All thoughts expressed are my own.)*
February 9, 2025
Hey, this is kind of okay. It’s not perfect, even an aged up faux-delinquent story is still just a faux-delinquent story, but it’s certainly worthwhile if you’re into the genre.
The opening of this is a hell of a downer though. Poor Tomoko is not one to stand up for herself and this volume is large swathes of her being trampled on by her job, her boss, her coworkers, and her mother. At least her dog doesn’t bite her.
Ryohei is rough around the edges, but no points for figuring out that he has the proverbial heart of gold. In a world that doesn’t care about Tomoko, well, he certainly does and he’s happy to insert himself into her field of vision.
I think your enjoyment of this mostly comes down to how much you can endure seeing Tomoko getting dumped on. While things pick up as they go, she’s still not quite there in terms of asserting herself. It’s also her predominant personality trait at the moment.
Outside of the wallowing, she and Ryohei are clearly attracted to one another, but I don’t think that I would quite say that they have chemistry, precisely. Ryohei is mostly a nice guy, but he acts, for lack of a better term, weird at some points.
It makes for a choppier read than intended; the storytelling doesn’t always gel quite how I’d like. Some of it is fun enough, but there’s something missing here that would make it a great book rather than an okay one.
Partly it’s down to the aforementioned chemistry, I suspect. On the one hand, these two get along and bond, sure, but it feels pretty thin. While she eventually comes around, I think the kiss is definitely done a specific way to make things more equal, Tomoko is very wary of Ryohei for quite a while.
It’s an okay romance and, if you like the whole ‘rough guy who’s actually a softie’ angle, this will absolutely fulfill its stated mission. On that basis it’s certainly not offering up anything it can’t provide. Then again, something like Love, That’s An Understatement mops the floor with it.
3.5 stars - a lean 3.5 at that, but we’ll see how it goes next time out. It’s a rocky start, in more ways than one, but I didn’t hate it and there’s enough in it to bring me back for a second volume.
The opening of this is a hell of a downer though. Poor Tomoko is not one to stand up for herself and this volume is large swathes of her being trampled on by her job, her boss, her coworkers, and her mother. At least her dog doesn’t bite her.
Ryohei is rough around the edges, but no points for figuring out that he has the proverbial heart of gold. In a world that doesn’t care about Tomoko, well, he certainly does and he’s happy to insert himself into her field of vision.
I think your enjoyment of this mostly comes down to how much you can endure seeing Tomoko getting dumped on. While things pick up as they go, she’s still not quite there in terms of asserting herself. It’s also her predominant personality trait at the moment.
Outside of the wallowing, she and Ryohei are clearly attracted to one another, but I don’t think that I would quite say that they have chemistry, precisely. Ryohei is mostly a nice guy, but he acts, for lack of a better term, weird at some points.
It makes for a choppier read than intended; the storytelling doesn’t always gel quite how I’d like. Some of it is fun enough, but there’s something missing here that would make it a great book rather than an okay one.
Partly it’s down to the aforementioned chemistry, I suspect. On the one hand, these two get along and bond, sure, but it feels pretty thin. While she eventually comes around, I think the kiss is definitely done a specific way to make things more equal, Tomoko is very wary of Ryohei for quite a while.
It’s an okay romance and, if you like the whole ‘rough guy who’s actually a softie’ angle, this will absolutely fulfill its stated mission. On that basis it’s certainly not offering up anything it can’t provide. Then again, something like Love, That’s An Understatement mops the floor with it.
3.5 stars - a lean 3.5 at that, but we’ll see how it goes next time out. It’s a rocky start, in more ways than one, but I didn’t hate it and there’s enough in it to bring me back for a second volume.
September 21, 2025
four stars because tomoko and i are alike. i want to protect her.
March 17, 2024
Primo volume molto carino e sono contenta di leggere un manga romance con protagonisti degli adulti, c’è il margine per tematiche un po’ più mature.
December 23, 2025
OMG, this was so cute! A guy with punk hair/attitude meets a timid girl afraid to say no. I just love these two and I love seeing them get closer. I was shipping them like mad and I want them to start dating ASAP. I love that he is working at a bicycle repair shop that was so fun, not something you often see in manga. I was also so proud when Tomo said No to the guy at her work who likes her (she isn't into him, she is more into our punk guy even though it takes her a bit to realise, haha). The art was fun, at times the faces didn't work, but the rest was nice.
Oh, and the bonus was a nice glimpse into our punk's backstory/the friend otaku he has.
Oh, and the bonus was a nice glimpse into our punk's backstory/the friend otaku he has.
January 7, 2025
Chronique pour les 3 premiers tomes :
Généralement, je n'aime pas beaucoup les histoires, en manga ou roman ou même n'importe où, avec une protagoniste peu sûre d'elle qui a tendance à se laisser marcher dessus. C'est que je suis personnellement plus explosive.
En plus, je trouve que le dessin n'est pas le point fort de cette histoire, et je suis sensible aux beaux dessins.
Donc, d'où sort le 4/5 ? Simplement de l'histoire. C'est une histoire toute simple, mais avec des personnages attachants, qui osent affirmer leurs différences dans une société japonaise où plus tu es dans la norme, mieux c'est. Je ne parle même pas du machisme. Les deux personnages principaux sont maladroits chacun à leur manière, leur histoire arrive tout doucement, et on doit encore en apprendre sur eux puis les voir évoluer.
Une série qui me plaît vraiment beaucoup, elle est réconfortante et me fait sourire. Voire verser une larme. Mais souvent sourire.
Note augmentée à 5 pour le début 2025 - la série le mérite amplement;
Généralement, je n'aime pas beaucoup les histoires, en manga ou roman ou même n'importe où, avec une protagoniste peu sûre d'elle qui a tendance à se laisser marcher dessus. C'est que je suis personnellement plus explosive.
En plus, je trouve que le dessin n'est pas le point fort de cette histoire, et je suis sensible aux beaux dessins.
Donc, d'où sort le 4/5 ? Simplement de l'histoire. C'est une histoire toute simple, mais avec des personnages attachants, qui osent affirmer leurs différences dans une société japonaise où plus tu es dans la norme, mieux c'est. Je ne parle même pas du machisme. Les deux personnages principaux sont maladroits chacun à leur manière, leur histoire arrive tout doucement, et on doit encore en apprendre sur eux puis les voir évoluer.
Une série qui me plaît vraiment beaucoup, elle est réconfortante et me fait sourire. Voire verser une larme. Mais souvent sourire.
Note augmentée à 5 pour le début 2025 - la série le mérite amplement;
July 26, 2025
Picked this up thinking it'll be cute and not much else, but there's actually more depth than I expected. Without going into spoilers, the story goes into Tomoko's upbringing and reveals how much anguish her people pleasing tendencies causes her, which I find relatable and know a lot of women would as well. On top of that, Tomoko has a cute dynamic with Ryohei and I totally understand why they would be drawn to each other. Excited to pick up the next volume.
February 17, 2025
Preso in offerta in eBook, molto carina come storia.
Penso di continuare in digitale però, ho troppe serie in corso 🤣
Penso di continuare in digitale però, ho troppe serie in corso 🤣
February 13, 2025
Super cute!!!! Really enjoyed this. It's not ground breaking or life changing but it's a sweet little fluffy read!
Also major points for the characters being late 20s early 30s. 🤌 That's so hard to find in romance Manga.
Also major points for the characters being late 20s early 30s. 🤌 That's so hard to find in romance Manga.
March 11, 2024
Primo volume molto carino! Vediamo come prosegue!
March 31, 2024
3.5/5
Inizio molto carino anche se ci vorrà sicuramente più sviluppo sui personaggi.
I disegni non sono sempre stati tra i miei preferiti anche se per la storia che raccontano sono in linea.
Sicuramente un'ambientazione diversa e con personaggi più adulti, motivo per il quale si distingue da tutti gli altri. Vedremo come prosegue la storia.
Inizio molto carino anche se ci vorrà sicuramente più sviluppo sui personaggi.
I disegni non sono sempre stati tra i miei preferiti anche se per la storia che raccontano sono in linea.
Sicuramente un'ambientazione diversa e con personaggi più adulti, motivo per il quale si distingue da tutti gli altri. Vedremo come prosegue la storia.
February 9, 2023
A young woman with an office job in a rural city meets a local bike repair man. He looks like a bousouzoku (biker gang) but is actually a gentle soul who cares about his friends and family, and looks out for the young woman. Their slow romance is super cute and I loved the real-life things that happened to them. I read until volume 4 I think. Can't wait for more.
June 24, 2023
El primer tomo de La tienda de bicicletas de Takahashi me ha parecido una preciosidad de historia. Desconocía el manga hasta que la editorial anunció su licencia, y a partir de ahí me fijé sobre todo en el estilo de dibujo, diferente a cualquier manga que he leído antes. Creo que eso lo ha hecho más único para mí.
Es un manga sobre Hanno y Takahashi, como se conocen un día en el que ella tiene la bicicleta estropeada y a partir de ahí se van encontrando más y se acercan poco a poco. La historia en este tomo va poco a poco, presentando a los personajes y el inicio de la relación entre ambos.
Además el manga es mucho más que la relación entre Hanno y Takahashi, se conocen cosillas de la infancia de Hanno, de lo insegura que es y del por qué no es ella misma con nadie excepto con Takahashi. También de los prejuicios, ya que Takahashi es más de lo que aparenta. Creo que nos van a aportar muchos momentos adorables.
Como inicio de serie me ha gustado y me alegro que Kitsune Manga le haya dado una oportunidad a esta historia. Si queréis una lectura confortable os la recomiendo.
Es un manga sobre Hanno y Takahashi, como se conocen un día en el que ella tiene la bicicleta estropeada y a partir de ahí se van encontrando más y se acercan poco a poco. La historia en este tomo va poco a poco, presentando a los personajes y el inicio de la relación entre ambos.
Además el manga es mucho más que la relación entre Hanno y Takahashi, se conocen cosillas de la infancia de Hanno, de lo insegura que es y del por qué no es ella misma con nadie excepto con Takahashi. También de los prejuicios, ya que Takahashi es más de lo que aparenta. Creo que nos van a aportar muchos momentos adorables.
Como inicio de serie me ha gustado y me alegro que Kitsune Manga le haya dado una oportunidad a esta historia. Si queréis una lectura confortable os la recomiendo.
October 25, 2023
4,5
Le fanta????? Le feu d’artifice???? Le cinéma???
Le fanta????? Le feu d’artifice???? Le cinéma???
January 12, 2025
A decent start to a series, but not terribly engaging. Tomoko Hanno is thirty, has trouble organising her life and a dead-end job where she's constantly unhappy. Only anime shows bring her some joy. She doesn't know it, but Ryohei Takahashi, who owns a bike repair shop she goes by every morning, has noticed her, or her bicycle that needs repairing.
The two meet up when he fixes her bike on a go, and he frightens her with his looks and abrupt manners. But since she can't say no to anyone, she agrees to bring her bike to his shop for repairs. It begins a rather odd friendship, leading to a maybe romance. He likes how she eats large protions, and she likes how he likes anime too.
The story was mostly about Hanno's life, her work and her relationship with her mother, and an attempt to date a coworker. We don't learn much about Takahashi, but the extra story at the end shows how he and his best friend became friends. I was a bit bored by the first volume though, and probably won't continue with this.
I received a free copy from Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review.
The two meet up when he fixes her bike on a go, and he frightens her with his looks and abrupt manners. But since she can't say no to anyone, she agrees to bring her bike to his shop for repairs. It begins a rather odd friendship, leading to a maybe romance. He likes how she eats large protions, and she likes how he likes anime too.
The story was mostly about Hanno's life, her work and her relationship with her mother, and an attempt to date a coworker. We don't learn much about Takahashi, but the extra story at the end shows how he and his best friend became friends. I was a bit bored by the first volume though, and probably won't continue with this.
I received a free copy from Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review.
December 18, 2024
I'm so stoked this got a licensed translation! I started the live action recently and was curious how well it followed the manga. So far it seems to follow it to a tee but the interactions in the manga play out less slap-sticky than the live action.
Thanks to Edelweiss and the publisher for the DRC~
I love the beginning of the story and how they quickly go from strangers to budding something. Their banter is cute, especially when Panko speaks her mind to him. They're so opposite but complement each other's character well.
While I do know how the story goes, I'm excited to read each volume as it gets translated. The art style is so cute and fits their characters so well.
I definitely recommend it if you're looking for a cute slice of life.
Thanks to Edelweiss and the publisher for the DRC~
I love the beginning of the story and how they quickly go from strangers to budding something. Their banter is cute, especially when Panko speaks her mind to him. They're so opposite but complement each other's character well.
While I do know how the story goes, I'm excited to read each volume as it gets translated. The art style is so cute and fits their characters so well.
I definitely recommend it if you're looking for a cute slice of life.
April 2, 2025
This is a very solid 4. The beginning half feels a little rocky, but by the second half I'm invested in the budding relationship. I'm a sucker for the nice delinquent type. There's significant ly less manga that focuses around adults, so having the focus on late 20s-eaely 30s is awesome.
The art is a rougher style, but I find it really charming, and you can tell everything is hand drawn. I love seeing a story set outside of Tokyo too. I believe this place in the Gifu prefecture and most of the cast has kansai dialect influence in their dialog.
Looking forward to vol 2
The art is a rougher style, but I find it really charming, and you can tell everything is hand drawn. I love seeing a story set outside of Tokyo too. I believe this place in the Gifu prefecture and most of the cast has kansai dialect influence in their dialog.
Looking forward to vol 2
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October 31, 2023This was fun! This is one of those graphic novels that open backwards and was a fun experience to read!
Story wise, my French is a little bit out of practice (a lot to be real!) so I’ve enjoyed the experience but feel like missed some parts because of the language barrier, hence I won’t rate the book.
Story wise, my French is a little bit out of practice (a lot to be real!) so I’ve enjoyed the experience but feel like missed some parts because of the language barrier, hence I won’t rate the book.
October 27, 2025
Je voulais le lire depuis tellemeeeent de temps (grâce à une story Instagram). Et, c’est désormais chose faite avec la lecture de ce premier tome ! Un bon premier tome qui introduit comme il faut, j’avais peur que ça tourne au cliché ennuyant surtout que j’avais un peu de mal avec les dessins mais ça a l’air de prendre une bonne direction. Je pense continuer la série quand je pourrais pour en découvrir plus !
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August 7, 2023Me ha gustado mucho. El dibujo es precioso y la historia está genial, pero me parece que todo va muy rápido y no es muy realista.
August 8, 2023
Muy lindo, si es cierto que las cosas van un poco rápido para ser el primer tomo pero me gusta la dinámica de los protagonistas.
March 9, 2024
OOMG LE ROLLERCOOASTEEER ???? JE SUIS PASSEE DE SAUTEER PARTOUT A PLEURER A RECRIER ??? CEST UN DEES MEILLEURS SHOJOS LA VERITEE
June 28, 2024
Je suis très satisfaite de ce petit shojo bien sympa, ça change, on suit des personnages adultes qui ont leurs propres problèmes et un passer qu'il faut considéré pour faire évoluer la relation.
February 8, 2025
c’était adorable ça me fait trop plaisir de relire des shojos 💌💌💌
February 24, 2025
This was so cute and fluffy! I need more!
May 2, 2025
Lady meets a bike mechanic and they have feelings for each other AND she's older than him? Kind of rules tbh.
August 22, 2025
such a cute book loveee the dynamic of the 2 main characters😋😋😋
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