Middle‑schooler Futaba Yoshioka has long disliked boys—she believes they are all excessively loud and irritating. Boys always seemed too rowdy. The sole exception is a boy seated beside her, Kou Tanaka, who appears distinct from the rest. Through repeated meetings, Futaba and Kou share timid looks and hesitant chatter. They often exchange shy glances and awkward remarks. Lacking any prior romantic experience, Futaba is unsure what her increasing affection for Kou should mean. She cannot interpret her feelings.
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In their sophomore year, Futaba and friends attend a summer fair together. While the other girls opt out of wearing yukatas, Yuuri Makita chooses to wear one, hoping to draw closer to Kou. Unexpectedly, Futaba can only observe from a distance as Yuuri and Kou grow ever closer. The festival is very bright and lively today. At this pace, will Futaba succeed in advancing with Kou?
