We're New at This

Ikuma Saeki has finally achieved his greatest dream by marrying Sumika, the childhood friend he has admired for years. While his deep emotional devotion came naturally to him throughout their long friendship, the physical closeness expected in a marriage presents an entirely unfamiliar challenge. He finds himself struggling to navigate the new intimacy that comes with being a husband, unsure of how to transition from a lifelong companion to a romantic partner. Sumika faces a similar internal struggle as she attempts to bridge the gap between their platonic history and their current reality as newlyweds. The shift from familiar friends to lovers leaves her just as uncertain about how to express affection in this new dynamic. Both are deeply in love, yet neither possesses the experience required to smoothly handle the physical and emotional demands of married life. Rather than allowing their hesitation to drive them apart, the innocent couple chooses to confront these challenges together. Through a series of endearing missteps and honest conversations, Ikuma and Sumika slowly learn to embrace the awkwardness of their situation. Their journey is a heartwarming exploration of two people discovering that true intimacy requires patience, vulnerability, and the willingness to grow side by side.