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ウィンドブレイカー [Wind Breaker] #23
WIND BREAKER 23
揺れ動く頂点への道。背中を押す友の言葉。桐生の姉を狙う男達の存在を知った桜は、一人で敵の根城へと向かった桐生を追い、多勢相手に二人で共闘することに…! 級友との絆がさらに深まっていく中、一方で桜は、焚石との戦いで見た梅宮の姿にてっぺんの偉大さ、その遠さを痛感していた。そんな時、激闘を経て友となった獅子頭連・十亀の誘いを受け、夏祭りに訪れることに。てっぺんへの道に思い悩む桜に、十亀が交わした言葉とは――
208 pages, Paperback
First published September 9, 2025
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October 14, 2025
"Do you know? The ume flower - plum blossoms - bloom earlier than most flowers. They blossom in the snow and lead winter into spring. But sakura flowers - cherry blossoms - burst into full bloom in spring. It practically symbolizes spring while it blossoms along with all the other flowers. Cherry blossoms will not bloom when there's still snow. But when it's too warm, plum blossoms will wither. A sakura can never become an ume. And there's no need for it to change, either." [Togame]
I love how, through the stories of the new (and side) characters like Akari/Mitsuki and Natsuki, Sakura's character is being fleshed out. This Volume's focus is put on those three, and Sakura's there from start to finish, but it's not his presence that matters the most, he's the core of the storyline despite not standing directly in the spotlight. Through Akari and Natsuki we have the opportunity to look into Sakura's mind, his past insecurities and get glimpses of the version of Sakura before coming to Furin. It wasn't anything big, just small things here and there, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. I hope that we will get to see and find out more about our favorite cat from now on ☺️
Anyways.
"Sakura-san, you've really grown into a fine grade captain! At this rate you're gonna become the top of Furin in no time!"
"Huh?"
"Wait, Sakura-san, didn't you come to Furin so you could be the top dog here?"
"Uhm... Yeah... But..."
"I'm sure you've done a lot of thinking. And if you tell us that you really do want to be the top of Furin, then I'm gonna carry you all the way up!"
Sakura's being more and more acknowledged by his friends who get more and more inspired by him and want to support him in his initial goal to become the top of Furin. It's so cute, and sweet, and heartwarming how loved Sakura already is! But that's not the point that I want to make. What was interesting, though, was how different the view of the boys was from Sakura's. They spoke loudly (and proudly) about their need to support their beloved leader's goal, without any clue what Sakura thinks and feels about it. Unknowingly to them, Sakura's being drowned by his dark thoughts and insecurities, no longer being as brave and confident about his goal as he used to be.
"I came to Furin, so I could take down their boss and conquer the school. But... to be the top, you have to have something you want to achieve. And only those who will always win, no matter who they fight, can become the leader. Damn it. I don't know what I have to do to be just like Umemiya." [Sakura]
"A sakura can never become an ume. And there's no need for it to change, either. That's because a sakura is its own being." [Togame]
Bless the author for creating Togame's character! It's not news that I adore with all my heart every moment when characters, despite not being related, act like true siblings should. And Togame is like an older brother for Sakura, despite, well, being enemies before. I love how fond Togame always looks when Sakura's near and how he's always there when Sakura needs support. This time was not an exception. I squealed when Sakura decided to open up to Togame about his worries and I teared up reading the beautiful words Togame used to give his little brother the advice he needed to hear. Sakura was convinced that he needed to be like Umemiya to achieve his goal, but Togame was there to show him that his way of thinking is wrong. He doesn't need to follow Umemiya's footsteps. All he needs to do is to find his own way. There is no need for him to become another Hajime Umemiya. He just needs to be the one and only Haruka Sakura.
I like the little story with Mitsuki and Akari, and I like the introduction of the little orphan girl, Natsuki. Her relationship with Sakura is so cute, they are like siblings already which, as you know, is something I adore. I just wonder where we are heading with all of this. Are these characters involved with the new arc somehow? I also have a question about another new character, Shishitoren's Wanijima. He seems like a nice person, very supportive of his friends, but... But he's too nice. I can't shake the feeling that he's up to no good. He is all smiley, but he has snake-eyes, and snake-eyes are never good! I hope that I'm wrong, but, honestly, I don't think I am. Anyways, that's the last available volume that I could read. The next one should be released around December, I think. I will be waiting patiently for it to come out ☺️
I love how, through the stories of the new (and side) characters like Akari/Mitsuki and Natsuki, Sakura's character is being fleshed out. This Volume's focus is put on those three, and Sakura's there from start to finish, but it's not his presence that matters the most, he's the core of the storyline despite not standing directly in the spotlight. Through Akari and Natsuki we have the opportunity to look into Sakura's mind, his past insecurities and get glimpses of the version of Sakura before coming to Furin. It wasn't anything big, just small things here and there, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. I hope that we will get to see and find out more about our favorite cat from now on ☺️
Anyways.
"Sakura-san, you've really grown into a fine grade captain! At this rate you're gonna become the top of Furin in no time!"
"Huh?"
"Wait, Sakura-san, didn't you come to Furin so you could be the top dog here?"
"Uhm... Yeah... But..."
"I'm sure you've done a lot of thinking. And if you tell us that you really do want to be the top of Furin, then I'm gonna carry you all the way up!"
Sakura's being more and more acknowledged by his friends who get more and more inspired by him and want to support him in his initial goal to become the top of Furin. It's so cute, and sweet, and heartwarming how loved Sakura already is! But that's not the point that I want to make. What was interesting, though, was how different the view of the boys was from Sakura's. They spoke loudly (and proudly) about their need to support their beloved leader's goal, without any clue what Sakura thinks and feels about it. Unknowingly to them, Sakura's being drowned by his dark thoughts and insecurities, no longer being as brave and confident about his goal as he used to be.
"I came to Furin, so I could take down their boss and conquer the school. But... to be the top, you have to have something you want to achieve. And only those who will always win, no matter who they fight, can become the leader. Damn it. I don't know what I have to do to be just like Umemiya." [Sakura]
"A sakura can never become an ume. And there's no need for it to change, either. That's because a sakura is its own being." [Togame]
Bless the author for creating Togame's character! It's not news that I adore with all my heart every moment when characters, despite not being related, act like true siblings should. And Togame is like an older brother for Sakura, despite, well, being enemies before. I love how fond Togame always looks when Sakura's near and how he's always there when Sakura needs support. This time was not an exception. I squealed when Sakura decided to open up to Togame about his worries and I teared up reading the beautiful words Togame used to give his little brother the advice he needed to hear. Sakura was convinced that he needed to be like Umemiya to achieve his goal, but Togame was there to show him that his way of thinking is wrong. He doesn't need to follow Umemiya's footsteps. All he needs to do is to find his own way. There is no need for him to become another Hajime Umemiya. He just needs to be the one and only Haruka Sakura.
I like the little story with Mitsuki and Akari, and I like the introduction of the little orphan girl, Natsuki. Her relationship with Sakura is so cute, they are like siblings already which, as you know, is something I adore. I just wonder where we are heading with all of this. Are these characters involved with the new arc somehow? I also have a question about another new character, Shishitoren's Wanijima. He seems like a nice person, very supportive of his friends, but... But he's too nice. I can't shake the feeling that he's up to no good. He is all smiley, but he has snake-eyes, and snake-eyes are never good! I hope that I'm wrong, but, honestly, I don't think I am. Anyways, that's the last available volume that I could read. The next one should be released around December, I think. I will be waiting patiently for it to come out ☺️
October 28, 2025
I love how the author takes his time to let the story breathe and to develop his characters before introducing a new conflict.
I absolutely love the conversation Sakura has with Jo.
tho I'm still upset I didn't get what I thought I would in chapter 191 but that's okay.
I absolutely love the conversation Sakura has with Jo.
tho I'm still upset I didn't get what I thought I would in chapter 191 but that's okay.
September 12, 2026
My precious Sakura is getting a chance to be a senpai! We love to see it 💖😭💖
The highlight of this volume for me was Sakura being able to connect with Natsuki, the new girl at the orphanage. Poor girl is dealing with serious abandonment issues and struggling to accept the kindness of the people in Furin. My heart absolutely melted being able to see Sakura offer some wisdom to the girl 💖 He's really stepping up and growing so much as a character!
Speaking of his growth, I adore how much he cares about what it means to become the top of Furin High. He's so worried about not being as good as Umemiya. It was nice to see Togame give him a pep talk and emphasize that he doesn't have to be as good as or even a replica of Ume. He just needs to be authentic to himself and everything else will follow.
Ugh! I love my children so much! They all deserve besitos on the forehead 💖
The highlight of this volume for me was Sakura being able to connect with Natsuki, the new girl at the orphanage. Poor girl is dealing with serious abandonment issues and struggling to accept the kindness of the people in Furin. My heart absolutely melted being able to see Sakura offer some wisdom to the girl 💖 He's really stepping up and growing so much as a character!
Speaking of his growth, I adore how much he cares about what it means to become the top of Furin High. He's so worried about not being as good as Umemiya. It was nice to see Togame give him a pep talk and emphasize that he doesn't have to be as good as or even a replica of Ume. He just needs to be authentic to himself and everything else will follow.
Ugh! I love my children so much! They all deserve besitos on the forehead 💖
January 14, 2026
Sakuraaa te amo, y qué ilusión que haya aparecido Kotoha más en este volumen😭
October 1, 2025
Vol.23 (cap.177 - 185) ~4.5⭐~
La amistad entre Sakura y Togame ✨🌸🫂💛
La amistad entre Sakura y Togame ✨🌸🫂💛
November 2, 2025
Bueno tampoco me quiero repetir mucho con todos los volúmenes anteriores, porque cuando empiezo a hablar de Wind Breaker no hay quien me frene fr.
La pelea de Kiryu y Sakura vs La pandilla esa me ha encantado. Lo que más suelo disfrutar de este manga es toda la parte de amistad y de crecimiento personal. Pero ver una pelea de vez en cuando es algo que nunca me dejará de gustar jahajahsjshd.
Y me encanta que poco a poco Sakura vaya viendo que es muy querido, y que se merece tener gente a su alrededor que lo quiera.
El momento que ha llamado a Togame para decirle lo del festival de verano… no voy a ser yo la más shippeadora (lo soy), pero 🥺.
Me encanta la parte de reflexión de Sakura sobre lo de ser el más fuerte de Bofurin, y en general la conversación que tiene con Togame sobre ese tema.
Y ya para acabar, la parte del orfanato y de la niña… me hizo mucha gracia que Sakura haya pasado de ser un socially awkward que no entiende como ni porque los humanos se relacionan, a ser una social butterfly que es capaz de hacer entrar en razón a una niña que está sufriendo.
A todo esto, me acabo de dar cuenta que la siguiente portada QUIZÁ SEA DE KOTOHA😭😭😭 OJALÁ.
Y tengo muchas ganas de ver el Lore de Sakura, de Suo y de Nirei (que de los 3 es del que mas sabemos, pero se sabe bastante poco 😓).
La pelea de Kiryu y Sakura vs La pandilla esa me ha encantado. Lo que más suelo disfrutar de este manga es toda la parte de amistad y de crecimiento personal. Pero ver una pelea de vez en cuando es algo que nunca me dejará de gustar jahajahsjshd.
Y me encanta que poco a poco Sakura vaya viendo que es muy querido, y que se merece tener gente a su alrededor que lo quiera.
El momento que ha llamado a Togame para decirle lo del festival de verano… no voy a ser yo la más shippeadora (lo soy), pero 🥺.
Me encanta la parte de reflexión de Sakura sobre lo de ser el más fuerte de Bofurin, y en general la conversación que tiene con Togame sobre ese tema.
Y ya para acabar, la parte del orfanato y de la niña… me hizo mucha gracia que Sakura haya pasado de ser un socially awkward que no entiende como ni porque los humanos se relacionan, a ser una social butterfly que es capaz de hacer entrar en razón a una niña que está sufriendo.
A todo esto, me acabo de dar cuenta que la siguiente portada QUIZÁ SEA DE KOTOHA😭😭😭 OJALÁ.
Y tengo muchas ganas de ver el Lore de Sakura, de Suo y de Nirei (que de los 3 es del que mas sabemos, pero se sabe bastante poco 😓).
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 16, 2026
The stuff with Kiryu and his sister wrapped up nicely, I was kinda hoping for more with his family but I understand it's not something that can just be solved so quickly. We got a beautifully emotionally, cheerful and almost hopeful summer festival with the Furin and Shishitoren boys hanging out, and Sakura talking to Togame about his future at the top. I'm really beginning to like their friendship, especially because it feels different to Sakura's friendship with the Furin boys. The story then moved to a focus on the orphanage, where a new kid is being brought in. Natsuki only bonding with Sakura after rushing off was sweet, especially because it seems like they have similar pasts. I just know Sakura's backstory is going to be tragic and upsetting. But first, we get Kotoha's backstory with Umemiya.
July 6, 2026
oh this volume is poetic ⋆˙⟡♡ I love how togame made sakura feel comfortable enough to share his thoughts aloud. and sakura's worries on how he won't reach ume's level are just too precious I WILL DIE FOR THIS BOY (੭ ˊ^ˋ)੭ ♡
"a sakura (cherry blossom) can never become an ume (plum blossom). and there's no need for it to change, either. that's because a sakura is its own being."
it just makes me so happy how kindly everyone treated sakura. these kindness allowed him to actually approach another kid who lashed out at everyone because she was scared of being alone again–almost similar to what sakura went through. it broke my heart, yet my heart felt so full knowing how sakura have grown to be able to calmly convey his feelings. I just wish these happy times would stay longer if not forever.
"a sakura (cherry blossom) can never become an ume (plum blossom). and there's no need for it to change, either. that's because a sakura is its own being."
it just makes me so happy how kindly everyone treated sakura. these kindness allowed him to actually approach another kid who lashed out at everyone because she was scared of being alone again–almost similar to what sakura went through. it broke my heart, yet my heart felt so full knowing how sakura have grown to be able to calmly convey his feelings. I just wish these happy times would stay longer if not forever.
October 30, 2025
Mon amour pour Sakura est infini et si ces personnages étaient réels je serais tellement reconnaissante qu’il soit entouré des gens qui l’entourent 🥹
Ces deux derniers tomes m’ont encore plus rappelés pourquoi j’aime cette série que ce soit le festival avec Togame, le passage à l’orphelinat ou ce début d’arc avec Momijika j’adore j’adore.
(En plus on va enfin en savoir plus sur le passé de Sakura par pitié j’ai tellement tellement hâte)
Ces deux derniers tomes m’ont encore plus rappelés pourquoi j’aime cette série que ce soit le festival avec Togame, le passage à l’orphelinat ou ce début d’arc avec Momijika j’adore j’adore.
(En plus on va enfin en savoir plus sur le passé de Sakura par pitié j’ai tellement tellement hâte)
July 29, 2026
4.25 stars ⭐️
July 31, 2026
Jo’s speech to Sakura got me tearing up I love my boys.
September 9, 2026
“That’s because a Sakura is its own being.”
The conversation between Sakura and Jo is absolutely my favorite moment so far. It’s so tender and vulnerable.
The conversation between Sakura and Jo is absolutely my favorite moment so far. It’s so tender and vulnerable.
August 26, 2026
“ Anh đào không thể trở thành mai và nó cũng không cần thiết phải trở thành mai < Ume >. Anh đào < Sakura > hãy cứ làm anh đào < Sakura > là đủ rồi.”
Hự 😩 thằng rùa nó ví em Sakura là hoa xong nó chơi chữ để an ủi em luôn đoè moẹ năng lượng bê đê tôi yêu 🫶 Đọc 1 lèo 2 ngày hết 24 cuốn luôn quá đã. Bộ này đánh đấm ok không push main lố lăng, cũng gọi là có logic, back story của tụi nhỏ cũng cảm động nữa. Mê bé đào vãi ò 🥹 tác giả chia sẻ lấy cảm hứng main từ con mèo của ổng nên tính cách nhỏ đào như kon mèo luôn 🥺 hóng tới back story của em iu quá hem biết quá khứ phải cỡ nào nhỏ mới mất niềm tin vào tình người zị.
Hự 😩 thằng rùa nó ví em Sakura là hoa xong nó chơi chữ để an ủi em luôn đoè moẹ năng lượng bê đê tôi yêu 🫶 Đọc 1 lèo 2 ngày hết 24 cuốn luôn quá đã. Bộ này đánh đấm ok không push main lố lăng, cũng gọi là có logic, back story của tụi nhỏ cũng cảm động nữa. Mê bé đào vãi ò 🥹 tác giả chia sẻ lấy cảm hứng main từ con mèo của ổng nên tính cách nhỏ đào như kon mèo luôn 🥺 hóng tới back story của em iu quá hem biết quá khứ phải cỡ nào nhỏ mới mất niềm tin vào tình người zị.
May 11, 2026
We finished up last deep character dive and start now on the our restaurant owner which bleeds a little in to Sakura's background. Still very enjoyable to me and the art is still very cute. This fight club with a heart of gold still is going strong keeping their town and people they care about safe.
September 24, 2026
Kiryu y Sakura unen fuerzas y logran salir victoriosos.
Sakura es invitado por Togame a un festival de verano, y es aquí que Sakura se da cuenta de que su motivo inicial para unirse a Furin ha cambiado un poco después de todo los cerezos no pueden volverse ciruelos
Sakura es invitado por Togame a un festival de verano, y es aquí que Sakura se da cuenta de que su motivo inicial para unirse a Furin ha cambiado un poco después de todo los cerezos no pueden volverse ciruelos
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November 19, 2025I really enjoy volumes like this. It gives us a little snapshot of Sakura and how he's actually developing and learning as person who can be depended on. Love him to pieces
December 5, 2025
Kind of addicted to how this has been like a slice of life for the past few chapters
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January 17, 2026my therapy
February 11, 2026
a 😭 sakura 😭 can 😭 never 😭 become 😭 an 😭 ume 😭
April 4, 2026
morning pills
April 17, 2026
listen I happen to know what's coming up in (some of) the chapters ahead. and I'm scared. but the power of friendship will make everything okay... right?
April 20, 2026
(Aviso: lectura hecha en ejemplar en español, publicado en México. La presente nota se modificará cuando se dé de alta en GR la edición correspondiente).
May 9, 2026
(3,5)
May 23, 2026
Awww Sakura really growing into his own 🥹
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ouwah mais sakura vraiment une évolution miaaaam
September 9, 2026
4.5/5 stars
Every time Sakura gives his genuine, big smile I wanna shove him into my pocket and keep him safe
Every time Sakura gives his genuine, big smile I wanna shove him into my pocket and keep him safe
September 13, 2026
NEED THE NEXT VOLUME ASAP!!!!
September 13, 2026
i don't think anyone understands how much i love sakura. i feel so protective over him and i'm so happy whenever another character shows the same love and concern for him. he's literally my son 🥹🫂
October 17, 2025
¿Qué puedo decir? Esta historia es mi hogar 💖
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