[Warning] This is more of a word vomit than an actual review. I apologize.
Friendships in mainstream shonen anime usually mean having two bros punching and kicking, shedding sweat and blood to prove their bravery, perseverance, strength and physical sacrifice. I came across this manga out of sheer coincidence. In fact, I rarely read any shojo, but I'm glad that I read this one.
The "Secret of Friendship" between Eiko and Moe is nothing less compelling - just perhaps, a hell lot less painful in comparison. It's rare to find a story that centers around a friendship between two young girls, who are so utterly devoted to
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 Alternative TitlesSynonyms: Sono Kare, Shirabemasu Japanese: 友だちの話 More titlesInformationType: Manga
Volumes: 1
Chapters: 4
Status: Finished
Published: Mar 28, 2009 to Sep 1, 2010
Theme:
School
Demographic:
Shoujo
Serialization:
Deluxe Margaret Statistics Ranked: #10632 2 based on the top manga page. Please note that 'R18+' titles are excluded. Popularity: #1290
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Jan 30, 2014
“The secret of friendship” is a shoujo romance manga with a school life setting, but that’s only what the genres tell you. The art and plot execution is far more josei than shoujo, and friendship easily trumps romance as the central theme of the story. But these dichotomies make this title all the more engaging and memorable, one you’d like to revisit every time your friend cancels on your dinner plans to hang out with their significant other instead!
We have our two leading ladies, Eiko and Moe who meet in those initial turbulent days of high school when classmates are forming cliques, forging friendships and ... 
Jan 1, 2013
Story: 9
The story is simple, thus making it easy to take in. There wasn't much of a big drama or cliche drama. I also love the relationship between Eiko and Moe and how it developed. The pacing is also good, though it was kind of fast in the end. The romance part at the end was also nice and sweet. Art: 9 The art's also great. I wasn't accustomed to it much at first because it's different from other shoujo mangas, but it's really nice and cute and really makes reading it much fun. Character: 8 I hated the guy at first, but I love his wittiness or ... 
Apr 2, 2017
Though some people might say that this manga could be longer, it's short and sweet, yet quaint story, is a perfect fit for three chapters.
What I really enjoyed about this manga was the fact that both the relationships between a significant other, and a best friend are equally well explored. The manga manages to delve into what it really means to have a best friend from a few select angles. As someone who really loves his best friend, the story really rang true to me, but perhaps a bit more extreme. As for the significant other aspect, the story shows more about what it ... 
Mar 28, 2017
Overall: Incredible story about friendship.
And a very charming one regarding romance. Would love to give a higher score, but I can't help but wanting just a little bit more. One more chapter (not including the last one). One more character story. Just to give it that final touch. Other than that, it was incredibly refreshing, and fun paced. Story: (8) Really well paced, and very touching. But definitely needed at least one more chapter. Art: (8) Fitting for the tone of the manga. Not my usual personal favourite, but it was very fitting. Character: (9) For every character covered in depth, it was beautiful. Unfortunately, it would have been nice to ... 
Sep 29, 2020
I read this short series back in High School and completely forgot about it until recently! I was scrolling through my old Instagram posts, then I saw the adorable Eiko with Narugami pop up on my screen.
In three chapters you follow the perspectives of three people; Eiko, Narugami and Moe. Although they all go to the same High School, they have completely different lives and out looks on the world. You get to follow them learn about their own feelings, true friendship, how to treat other and more. I highly suggest this short series (does it count as a series if it's one volume?!) to anyone ... 
Oct 12, 2023
A gentle and emotionally rich series, this story is one that's left me with a whirlwind of feelings, some of which are difficult to put into words, and others that are quite bittersweet. With just four chapters, it seems that this tale leaves me pondering many things.
Narugami, the character, is a truly good guy. I am overjoyed that he's the kind of person who can bring happiness to Eiko's life. What's more, he deeply cares for his closest friends and wants nothing but the best for them. He's remarkable in his ability to see Eiko for who she is, just as Moe mentioned to her, ... |
