Subaru Mikazuki, a 23‑year‑old mystery novelist, is deeply introverted and painfully shy. He would rather stay curled up in his apartment with a book than step outside to mingle with strangers. The loss of both parents in a tragic accident years ago has left him completely alone.
One afternoon, while placing flowers on their graves, Subaru stumbles upon a small grey‑and‑white cat named Haru and decides to bring her home. He has never tended anyone before—can he really look after a pet? Haru is grateful for Subaru"s kindness, feeding her lavishly—a luxury for a stray used to rough conditions. Yet she quickly sees that Subaru himself struggles with basic self‑care! Will she accept this clumsy human?
Despite his awkwardness, Subaru finds solace in Haru"s quiet presence, and together they navigate a world that feels both alien and comforting. He spends long hours hunched over manuscripts, dreaming of characters that mirror his own solitude.
Doukyonin wa Hiza, Tokidoki, Atama no Ue follows the unlikely friendship between a man and his cat as they each learn to understand one another.
