Koi no Jikan

Naoto Sena has quietly harbored deep romantic feelings for his childhood friend, Go Kamikawa, for as long as he can remember. Their close bond has always been a source of comfort for Naoto, who carefully guards the secret of his unrequited affection. However, the fragile peace of their everyday lives is shattered when Go casually shares a life-changing revelation. He confesses to Naoto that he has recently fallen in love with someone, and to Naoto's shock, that person happens to be another young man. Even more devastating is the fact that Go's feelings are entirely mutual, and the two have already begun a relationship together. For Naoto, this news is nothing short of a personal tragedy. The boy he has silently adored for years now belongs to someone else, leaving him stranded on the sidelines of his own heartbreak. Stripped of any hope for a romantic future with his closest companion, Naoto is forced into an agonizing emotional corner. He must now navigate the painful reality of watching Go find happiness with another partner while desperately trying to maintain his composure. The story follows Naoto's quiet struggle as he wrestles with jealousy, grief, and the impossible challenge of acting like a supportive friend when his own heart is breaking.