束の間の一花 [Tsuka no Ma no Ichika] #1

The cover of this Kōdansha manga sets a quietly beautiful tone: a dark-haired girl with warm red eyes gazes toward us with a soft, knowing smile, while a silver-haired boy stands slightly behind her, both surrounded by drifting petals and a luminous teal backdrop. Tsuka no Ma no Ichika ("Ichika of a Fleeting Moment") promises a story where every small moment feels precious, and that bittersweet atmosphere comes through immediately. A lovely opening volume for readers drawn to heartfelt, emotionally resonant manga.